To EMT's and Firemen everywhere.
People often talk about their doctors and nurses when it comes to any kind of medical event, for a good reason. They are awesome! But, let's take a moment to appreciate the men and women who show up at your house, the EMT's and firemen, who keep you calm and safe until you get to those doctors and nurses. Who have to deal with angry, violent, and heartbroken patients. As I sit here writing letters to the wonderful men and women who helped us that night, I can't help but wonder how often they receive letters thanking them for all that they do. A lot of that 20ish hours (plus the next few weeks) were a blur, but there are a few things that I remember really well. One of the biggest things I remember is the nice fireman, Mark, who made sure he kept eye contact and talked me through everything. He is the man that cut my daughters umbilical cords. He is more important to me than he will ever know. Not even my letter to him can truly express how I fe...