Lots of little boys dream of becoming firemen when they grow up. Firemen are some of the more idolized professionals among the 3-8 year old demographic. Today, I saw the manifestation of this as I was driving home. As I passed by the local fire station, I noticed that the big fire engine doors were open and that a stream of water was pouring out into the drive way. Then I noticed the fireman holding the hose and a little boy, no more than 3 years old, by his side. The boy's mother stood off to the side, watching with glee. It was a perfect encapsulation of what used to be good about American culture.I feel like we all want to become firemen is some sense or another. For instance, I was eating some really hot salsa earlier today and I was, like, "Damn, that is some hot stuff. My mouth is on fire! I need a fireman to put out the flames that are coming out of my mouth."
(Sigh)
"I wish I was a fireman."
3 comments:
I was daydreaming about this last night. For me though, it's Coast Guard diver. Thanks a lot, "Guardian."
My dream is similar to both of yours - fire jumper. I want to jump out of planes into the midst of a blazing forest fire!
holy hot tamales!!!
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