On-Shift Short Stories: Volume 2- "Hurry, HURRY! It's an EMERGENCY!!...but not RIGHT now."

Yes, the call you are about to read is...TRUE. Working in this field, for ANY period of time though...can you expect any less from some of the characters we see?? I didn't think so :-/ Scat Man & I- just as confuzzled on-scene to this as I'm sure you will be reading...not even needing to get out of our Sick Bus! However, for those of you who don't work in the world of EMS, here is another story of the AMAZING we see- more often than not. Short & sweet...ENJOY! :-)

Things like THESE are what give us Job Security!

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On Shift Short Stories: Volume 1- For here or to go??

There is rarely time in the world of EMS to do much of...well, anything really. As soon as you park & get comfy- there's a call. You pay for your meal & can see it being made? Call. Get to your favorite Latte Mecca dispensary, hopeful for your oh SO CLOSE cup of Wakey Wakey...C-A-L-L! Story of our lives. All part of the game. Irritating at times but regardless, a minor setback in our work. For me, this isn't only on shift. It also is part of my daily life (as I'm sure you've noticed by the decrease in stories posted recently- sorry!) Solution? "On Shift Short Stories"!! Not to replace all the full length versions I have waiting in back log, but to keep from long periods of time between enjoying our shifts & calls in good 'ol Latte Mecca. So I bring you Volume 1: short & sweet, but good for a little chuckle ;-)

"BIG LEAGUE" Impact

Sunshine + Weekend + Sports Event = The Trifecta. In the world of Professional People Movers this means 1 thing: BUSY. Shifts like these, making sure you are stocked up with lot's of vomit repellent & "People Burrito Wrap" supplies are as important as a tetanus shot after stepping on a rusty nail. Very rarely do we get any other type's of calls from these events.

Aaaaaah, sports & alcohol- like Siamese twins...just joined at the fist. We hope Garlic Fries & Bud light will only be SMELLED, briefly as we roll by the fan packed stadium...NOT blanketed across the floor of our Sick Bus.

"Catatonic" Complainer

Everyone deals with and handles pain from injuries ( and illnesses) differently. While a 5 year old laughs hysterically (WITHOUT medication) while watching 'Madagascar' (as they wait in their hospital bed), a grown man can be dropped to his knee's as he sucks his thumb, throwing a tantrum for more pain med's...

The "Usual" Suspect

The term "Frequent Flyer" isn't solely restricted to just the reason why airline perks are gained. No- in EMS, these are the folks that we see so often that if they they weren't able to talk (or write) it would actually make our job easier...having involuntarily memorized everything from the correct spelling of their name; Social Security number; Favorite childhood pet's name and much MUCH more!

"PRECIOUS CARGO"

This photo is real. Our last patient for the shift. The story, sad for most reasons; happy for others. Nonetheless, important...to show people not EVERY PATIENT we see in our Sick Bus is just another *Shaking Head Moment* kind of patient....SOME- out of necessity. But this one...THIS one- with a purpose for the greater good.

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Wanna know where to find your favorite Professional People Mover's and what stories they are in? Each can be found on the "Professional People Movers" Page Under my About Me! Updated as my life on the job unfolds with every partner I run the calls with...Why am I not listed- Your Ride Is Here? 'Cuz I'm in each one silly! Check 'em out!

Somethings just don't expire...Stupid being one of them...

*****Firstly- I will point out that this one is a doozy in length...but shortened, just doesn't quite express the level of "DUH" I am looking to get across ;-) ENJOY!!*****

We all learn how/what to use 9-1-1 for growing up. Right around the same time when learning your phone number and address was a homework assignment. When you were told to *STERN MOTHERLY VOICE*, "Don't answer the door for strangers!"...Right?! Yes...in the before time- when you could count your age on ONE hand! I remember being told how to use 9-1-1 as clearly as having my tonsils out...airway obstructing, pain caused necessity. NOT just for the treat of unlimited fruity flavored Popsicle's. *SIGH*

"Man Down"- The Finale!

Miracles can happen. Believe that to your very core! Not naively...with hope but understanding that it might not be time for your miracle, but elsewhere- it IS time for someone else's.

"Man Down"...Part Two

"WOOOOOOOOooooooo.....", The ALS siren dies out as they jolt to a stop on-scene. Every movement appearing delayed and mechanical from the Rave effect produced by the Strobes; the Red & Amber's flashing like the pounding of a deep, heavy base.

Hello, 9-1-1?? Yes, I'm too lazy to walk to my car....

It's unfortunate that it seems every year, the age of those using 9-1-1: routinely, as if using a phone version of Goolge, gets younger and younger. Since entering in to the world of EMS, I transport more people younger than me than traumatic injuries. AND- for things that, for lack of a better term- are seeking attention as a child would while throwing a temper tantrum. This one, barely a few years in to their 20's, already plays the system and wins...expect tonight.