Posts Tagged: 343
A sick mind wanders…
Every morning I see these faces, my thoughts go back to that day and the great acts that these men carried out.
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Must see Video…Class Presentation and Awareness on the 343+
You must watch this video...about the 343+. Video description is below. Watch it...
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9/11 Memorial Stair Climb #5 and more of my FDIC 2012 follow up
"When we climb, it is emotional. The feelings I have felt, the thoughts I have had, the emotions have been engraved in my mind. They are my tattoos." (quote from Rhett Fleitz)
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FDNY / NYC details, the Buckaroo and even some nudity
We don't do it for the honor or glory. We damn sure don't do it for the pay. We do it because we're fireman .. it's what we know ..what we do. BROTHERHOOD, HONOR, PRIDE, TRADITION and RESPECT .
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FDNY BABY ! FIRE CRITIC, DAVE STATTER AND IRONFIREMEN.COM VISIT NEW YORK
It's the hardest thing I've ever done yet somewhere deep down, somewhere deep down in your soul and out of that stairwell, you find the strength the keep climbing. It transforms you. I was in that stairwell climbing but I was also somewhere far away. Sweating, out of breath and burning with pain yet at peace.
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Firefighters, Civic Leaders Propose 9/11 Memorial to Oconee School Board
WALHALLA - A group of Oconee County firefighters and civic leaders want to make sure the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on America are not forgotten. The group asked the School District of Oconee County Board of Trustees at a meeting this week for permission…
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Buckle up!
I really haven't checked in with a "full" post since our 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in Greenbelt, Md back on the 11th. I received a TON of e-mails, text messages and comments on the site from that post ( I Cried ) ... THANKS!
I was hesitant to hit th…
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Must See Video …
The video below is 7 minutes long .... WATCH IT ALL ... AMAZING!
Stay Safe and in House!
Captain Wines
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I cried ….
I know ...I know ... I'm a fireman. Well guess what ??? Firemen are HUMAN ... we have feelings and emotion. Most of the time, we are able to set them aside, to hide them from our friends, family and the public. I haven't been doing such a good job of tha…
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343. Never Forget? We Already Did.
We read 343 names. We ring a bell 343 times. We get a 343 sticker for our helmet or a bumper sticker or window decal that simply says 343. T-shirts, tattoos, you name it- we solemnly pay tribute to the 343. QUESTION: The number didn't stop, so why did we?
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Why am I even here?
I've asked myself that question thousands of times since the attacks on our Nation back in 2001. My dad, Rhett (The FireCritic), Todd "Boots" Harris and myself recently sat down for an interview with Roanoke Times reporter Jorge Valencia. It was a GREAT …
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FRI Wrapup – better angels: the firefighters of 9/11
better angels: the firefighters of 9/11 is 343 individual oil
paintings of the firefighters who died on 9/11, created to honor
the lives they lived and the people they loved. from betterangels911.com
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A perfect tribute!
Rhett and I completed our 2nd 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb yesterday morning here in Atlanta, Ga. It was another experience that I'll have trouble describing to you.
Once again, Rhett and I found "something" in those stairwells that can only be experienc…
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Full Coverage: Firehouse Expo 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
As you know, Willie Wines Jr., Kevin Totten, and I climbed 110 stories as a part of the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Firehouse Expo. We climbed with 320 others, some of whom we knew already and others who we met for the first time.
The event was a huge success. All I can really say is that you have to participate in one to really understand.
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Swimming in the Current, Standing Like a Rock.
The following diatribe is written poorly at a late hour. My sincere apologies. But I would like to take the time to dedicate this declaration to the five highly dedicated firemen that have helped me this far acting out the foriegn roles of drill ins…
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110 Floors for 343…Never Forget. Honor, Respect, Tradition
The difference between us and them was that we did it in honor of them. We did it without an airpack, without fear, without trepidation.
We did it to help others never forget.
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Why Am I Here? Someone Please Remind Me…
"The first day, the look on the DC's face was priceless, he looked like he was gonna have a coronary. I asked him, "You want me to back off?" He said, "No, I am out of my element, ...but I have never seen so much accomplished in so short a time. Keep it up, I'll go protect your job!" The trials and tribulations of training recruits how to be a part of the fire service and convincing the establishment that it still has merit in the modern world we serve in.
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When One of Us Falls Down
Did you know who the procession was for last Friday? Did you hear the drums beat, the pipes calling, take note or shroud your badge? No? Not the usual coverage, I agree. A slightly more subdued affair. Still I would have liked to have known.
T…
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Our Ambition: Exposed in the Light of Integrity
Well, fill the cup....its been a while. I've been on a leave of absence, learning more about life. Its that time for me I think. I've been all grown up for a bit now, but still feel young at heart and life has its way of dragging you into reality.
I ret…
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Charleston FF Reacts to bin Ladens Death
A Charleston firefighter remembers his father.
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The Finer Things; Leading the Next Generation
They're a good crew. But they won't always be yours. At their next assignment or department, will your department's reputation be known for creating steadfast micro-managers or for making future leaders? Where are you in developing the next generation? Time will tell.
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Colonels’ On Point
Often when I think about my attitudes about a given subject and the core beliefs I have, I go back to my young life in the Marines. It was there that the foundation was laid that makes me the fireman that I am today. Here's a few thoughts about the finest officer I ever knew.
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A helmet tip to our “Northern” brethern…
Those of you who know me well know that I am a big FDNY buff. I made several trips up to ride earlier in my career.
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Remembering September 11th
Some of the firefighters in my department were in Middle or High School when the attacks occurred. It is hard to imagine their thoughts on the day.
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Memorial Day 2010
The top pic is from FDNY 10 House. For those of you who don't know, 10 House is located next to where the Twin Towers stood. Now I know Memorial Day is for honoring our veterans but since 2001, I always add a thought and prayer for our fallen brothers an…
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