Think back to when you were 5 years old or so. Did anyone ever ask you what you wanted to be when you grew up? If they did, was the response the cliche young child answer - a fireman or a policeman? For many, this is the only time they say they want to be part of those departments. For others however, its the first stepping stone towards a larger life.
You may think to yourself, why would anyone, man or woman, want to run into a burning building? Why lead that kind of life? Well, there's your answer right there. These men and women do this job not only for the experience, but the life itself.
In the coming days, I'll be updating the blog with testimonials from members of the FDNY I've put in contact with; sharing their thoughts on the job and what they've been able to take away from it. I can give you a little taste of that now though.
Yes, you have the thrill of the job, the sense of inner gratification that you're doing something to help others in need. It's much more than that however. It's the idea that you're part of the brotherhood of the FDNY. Your crew is your family. There is no tighter bond. You respect one another, you're there for each other no matter what, and you see what you can become when looking at the older members of the crew. You have a goal to achieve. What could be better than that?
Once I (hopefully) get the testimonials from my contacts, there will be more insight into this. For now though, think about this: do you get the same type of satisfaction and inner happiness with your job?
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