I remember it well. A letter in the mail. "Would you please report to station 2 for an interview with the O'Fallon Fire Protection Group's Volunteer program."
I was in Shock. Spring 2005 I drop an application off and was told by the chief that summer that no knew volunteers would be accepted until after the 1st of January. It was now March of 2006. I figured I was forgotten.
On April 1st, 2006, I got the birthday present of all birthday presents. An interview. I remember it well. I got all dressed up in a shirt and tie. They never told us what to wear or what to expect. I showed up, waited in line and talked to a few folks that had gathered around...
One by one, they called us downstairs. At the bottom of the stairs their was a door. I remember saying a quick prayer as I opened the door. I noticed the tables and chairs were set up in a u-shaped. One by one they all asked question after question. I did my best to make sure I was calm and that I clearly and honestly answered all their questions. I remember feeling very comfortable with my answers when I
left.
As I drove away, I got a call from my sister. I told her all about the interview. She wished me a happy birthday and a good luck with the firedepartment.
It would be a few more weeks before I heard some more good news.
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