I know the pain and agony you keep buried inside each and every day and what it took for you to write this. I'm proud of you Peter and I love you with all my heart. Keep on writing, my love......

This is great Peter! One of my uncles is a fire fighter and he talks about the horrors he has to live with. I appreciate your words, which as Sunny said "Speak volumes". May you rest easy my friend, you have a highly important job.. Respect!

Wow, beautifully written! Great job!

Peter ,
I am at a loss for words ...this piece has touched the inner most depths of my heart ....
My brother is a fireman and many times people don't stop to thank them for the wonderful jobs they do ...
Thank-you Peter for sharing this amazing piece ....so very touching

Peter,
This truly reaches deep and touches my heart. My youngest Son is a firefighter and I'm thankful he cares and wants to do this, but ohhh, how I worry about him. But truly in my heart I'm so proud of him....Thank you Peter for sharing this and thank you for the wonderful job you do and for the lives you save and touch....Thanks my friend...

Love ya, Ann

"I hear a small groan, that's all I need" love that line! this poem really carries great emotions to it. how brave a firefighter really is! they do wonders risking their life for anothers. exspecially in september 11. i can really feel like i can relate to this poem as well reciently. there has been two fires that have left people homeless in my comunity. my school is helping to raise money, food, furnature and any thing they need for them. great poem, sorry i kind of branched out on my comment.

~Jacklyn

Firefighters are true heros....they risk their lives to save someone elses.....youve proved that in this poem great job.....

Someone has been watching Ladder 49, pete. 5/5

Powerful....5/5

Ezcellent job! My son is a paramedic so is on alot of these calls. Very sad. You and all rescue workers should be commended. ~CLAP~~CLAP~~CLAP~ Take Care Cindy

Awesome! my closest friend was in fire service....