LODD Archives - Firefighter Wife

On September 11 Choose Your Positive Action

by Amanda Smith | Sep 10, 2015 | Community Activities, Fire Family Life, LODD, National Events

As members of the firefighting community, or any community of first responders, a day like September 11 is bound to make us feel a little differently than the general public. We’ve often heard wives and family members express a feeling of fear; fear their...

Firefighters Feel

by Jessie - | Apr 15, 2015 | Everyday, Fire Family Life, LODD

One of our Facebook followers recently shared with us an emotional open letter to the fire service from her husband. We’re sharing with you now, from Amy and Scott Pascu. Thank you for sharing your heart and words. We live in Ohio and our Local 330 has...

What Will I Do If I Get “that call”? Proactive Planning for Firefighter Wives

by Jessie - | May 7, 2014 | Especially For The Fire Wife, Fire Family Life, LODD, Worry and Fear

Please welcome our Flame Fest 2014 partner, Jennifer Taylor, from e3wealth. From the first moment I spoke on the phone with Jennifer I knew she understood the heart of a fire wife and has some much needed information for all of us. It’s not a fun...

The Life of a Fireman’s Wife

by Jessie - | Jan 31, 2014 | Fire Family Life, LODD

Sunday, January 26th, 2014 two Toledo Firefighters died in the line of duty. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers continue to go to their families, both blood and FIRE. We are honored that our Fire Wife Sisterhood members in the Toledo area are stepping up and serving...

What Is the Chance Your Firefighter Dies on The Job?

by David J Soler | Sep 17, 2013 | Everyday, Fire Family Life, Guest Posts, LODD

Please welcome guest writer David Soler from FirefighterToolbox.com. Sure we have worries, but don’t let them get the best of you. Take it from David and these great facts. Does your Firefighter have a higher...

9/11 Memorial Stair Climbs

by Lori Mercer | Sep 8, 2013 | Community Activities, Events, Fire Family Life, LODD, National Events

Just wanted to share a few of the stories from Fire Wives of 9/11 Memorial Stair Climbs from this weekend. At least here in the midwest, it was another gorgeous, blue sky, perfect September day. The kind that always reminds us of September 11, 2001. Thanks to...