I am at the end of the line and my fate is certain. I have fought the battle with the flames only to see them enraged. My duty was clear and my fate is left to the hand of God. As I enter the fire to save some life I have met my match and will give my life. God has called for me to fight the never-ending blaze. I am but a single person full of life, and I have a family and a good life. My time was not determined until this day. I went into the fire to save a life as I would do again. Today I gave my life for everyone who may be inside. Today I went in a Firefighter and came out a Hero. Today I fought the final blaze and now I am at the side of God fighting the fires with everyone. Today we all fight together AGAIN.

Author: By Fire Chief Jeff A. Stricklin 12/06/99