I just returned from the Joshua Fire Department Christmas party. Several firefighters are jokingly awaiting this post so I thought I'd punch it out for them maybe while they're still there. I didn't expect to be shown so many iPhones by which my words are so quickly accessible. I'm flattered, guys, thanks.
Today's festivities were great. Good food, friends, laughs and some well-deserved recognition for jobs well done. It's not unusual for camaraderie around like-minded individuals and work related Christmas parties are a staple of the season too, but anytime I'm around the Joshua fire fighters the reality of them being volunteers always strikes me. These dedicated men and women are really special.
Two groups stood out to me today though and they get even less recognition than the fire fighters. The Ladies Auxiliary and the Explorer Program. The dedicated ladies who support the department are truly remarkable and though I'm not a member of the department I thank them for their service. The Explorer Program is really...cool! These young men and women are the future of our department and so their interest and dedication is also very special.
Merry Christmas and God Bless the Joshua Fire Department and all those associated.
A.J.
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