Tag Archives: NFE

Former Board of Director calls for unfriending of “supposed” Firefighter non-profit.

If you need proof for yourself that the NFE is not what it appears- this should do it: I have seen several new t-shirt campaigns launched by the National Firefighters Endowment via Teespring. On December 12th- I saw a new t-shirt campaign: “San Francisco Fire 49 Engine”. This was one of three I have seen Shane Parkins launch since we dissolved the Officers Club.

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Misplaced and/or Lost Trust? …

SO, I resigned my position that night. Bob Gard did as well. Rhett and Andrew stayed on because Shane promised some answers to the finances within two weeks. They (Rhett and Andrew) were our only remaining link to solving the puzzle of scam vs. poor management.

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From the rubble ….

I'm emotionally exhausted and ashamed to admit it. I'm ashamed because I've meet people here who have been through so much more yet they continue to survive. They continue to rebuild and push forward with a determination and strength that's humbling to witness.

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The power of people ….

It's up to them to EARN that position ... nobody will "give" it to them. It takes dedication and heart and we can't teach either of them! Good luck to Recruit Class #16.

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A busy Halloween in "The Noke"

I was first in with the Chief's buggy to find smoke showing from the attic (sides Delta and Bravo) of a single story, wood framed, family dwelling. I gave the size up, marked it a working fire and established Command.

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Is simply "Remembering" enough?

It's more than a t-shirt, helmet sticker or catchy slogan for me. I hope I don't need any of that crap. I'd rather you know that I remember EVERYDAY and would hope you can tell that by my actions and not by the slogan on some shirt or hat that I'm wearing.

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