John,
You're reminding me of how, after six long years, I still find myself as "Secretary" of our local, antique fire engine organization!!!
In fact, last month, after goofing up the date on a meeting notice, I tried desperately to resign in shame.
THEY WOULDN'T LET ME!!!
As for the seriousness of fire-fighting, I know plenty of fire fighters well enough to know that, yes, when the bell rings, they're all business. But boy, in between calls, the "firehouse antics" never stop!
You don't often see a fire fighter without a sense of humor!
-Michael
