Sometimes I like to combine metaphors. Emperors clothes and white elephants, things that need addressing but everyone ignores. Somewhere a power that be in our department decided there was a need for twice monthly meetings. I'm all for this if they would actually accomplish something. Otherwise the troublemakers continue to cause trouble and the followers still follow and the peacemakers still keeping getting their butts handed to them. It's a vicious cycle. Until yesterday.
I have more faith in my Lieutenant than ever before, sad I know. But maybe things may be changing for the better. It's going to be an interesting journey because I know he will be held to his word and I wonder if he's prepared for the consequences.
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Monday, March 12, 2012
Determination
Some days I would love to just throw in the towel; tell college "I'm out, I've had enough".
The 12 hour shifts coupled with 5 days a week of classes which equal days of little to no sleep has definitely taken a toll on me, both physically and mentally. There is a light at the end of the tunnel, however I don't know if April 20th can get here soon enough! After that, only 18 hours left to knock out then I can check off that Bachelor's degree from my bucket list.
I know, I'm mid-20's and have a bucket list, stranger things happen :)
It's early March, spring is starting to make an appearance, as are tornados.
So everyone out there, get your emergency kits together, don't forget batteries, water, (toliet paper)... you know, all the essentials!
The 12 hour shifts coupled with 5 days a week of classes which equal days of little to no sleep has definitely taken a toll on me, both physically and mentally. There is a light at the end of the tunnel, however I don't know if April 20th can get here soon enough! After that, only 18 hours left to knock out then I can check off that Bachelor's degree from my bucket list.
I know, I'm mid-20's and have a bucket list, stranger things happen :)
It's early March, spring is starting to make an appearance, as are tornados.
So everyone out there, get your emergency kits together, don't forget batteries, water, (toliet paper)... you know, all the essentials!
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Tell me again...
How do some people manage to survive infanthood?
I'm not a fan of Daylight Savings Time, mostly because I sleep during the day, but if it gives people to reason to ask more dumb questions then I'm game.
Friendly townsfolk: Can I ask you a question?
Friendly Dispatcher: Of course.
Friendly townsfolk: Will the time change change if we have school on Monday?
Friendly Dispatcher: ..... I don't believe it will affect it at all.
Friendly townsfolk: Okay, thank you.
Hmm...
I'm not a fan of Daylight Savings Time, mostly because I sleep during the day, but if it gives people to reason to ask more dumb questions then I'm game.
Friendly townsfolk: Can I ask you a question?
Friendly Dispatcher: Of course.
Friendly townsfolk: Will the time change change if we have school on Monday?
Friendly Dispatcher: ..... I don't believe it will affect it at all.
Friendly townsfolk: Okay, thank you.
Hmm...
Friday, March 9, 2012
Enchilada Recipe
It's sad...I needed to post an update so I could add a recipe :)
For the sauce, depending on the size or amount, 10 and less should be as follows:
1 Can Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 Can Cream of Chicken Soup
1-2 Cans of Rotel Diced Tomatos and Green Chiles (drained)
1/2 Cup of Sour Cream
Combine this in a bowl and season generously with your choice of seasonings.
I normally use, Chili Powder, Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, Garlic Powder, Tony Chachere's Blackening Spice or Creole Spice, Salt and Pepper.
For the chicken, I tend to cook it a little differently. I take a large pot and fill with hot tap water, (think dishwater too hot)
I then add 1/2 cup of chicken broth and the aforementioned seasonings to the water, let the water set for a few minutes, it shouldn't ever boil, then add your frozen chicken breasts to the water. This sounds unusual, but they don't get tough and they absorb all the seasonings.
When they are fully cooked, remove and let cool. When cool, shred and wrap in your choice of flour or corn tortillas, sprinkle with leftover chicken, some cheese, pour the sauce over, layer with more cheese and bake at 400 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
Enjoy!
For the sauce, depending on the size or amount, 10 and less should be as follows:
1 Can Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 Can Cream of Chicken Soup
1-2 Cans of Rotel Diced Tomatos and Green Chiles (drained)
1/2 Cup of Sour Cream
Combine this in a bowl and season generously with your choice of seasonings.
I normally use, Chili Powder, Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, Garlic Powder, Tony Chachere's Blackening Spice or Creole Spice, Salt and Pepper.
For the chicken, I tend to cook it a little differently. I take a large pot and fill with hot tap water, (think dishwater too hot)
I then add 1/2 cup of chicken broth and the aforementioned seasonings to the water, let the water set for a few minutes, it shouldn't ever boil, then add your frozen chicken breasts to the water. This sounds unusual, but they don't get tough and they absorb all the seasonings.
When they are fully cooked, remove and let cool. When cool, shred and wrap in your choice of flour or corn tortillas, sprinkle with leftover chicken, some cheese, pour the sauce over, layer with more cheese and bake at 400 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
Enjoy!
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Updating
It has been a while since I've been on here.
As much as I hate media, it certainly will let everyone know what we've been dealing with down here :) if you're in this business and pay attention...you'll know what I'm talking about :)
Life is going well...
It's been a very interesting experience, building a dispatch center from the ground up, there has been a lot of blood, sweat, and tears that have gone into this project, however its been fun :)
I'm finally able to move forward with my reserve aspirations, hopefully by January I will be done with academy... I hope!
So I'm in training for that, as well as the Tough Mudder race, which will be in March.
Maybe I'm just a glutton for punishment :)
As much as I hate media, it certainly will let everyone know what we've been dealing with down here :) if you're in this business and pay attention...you'll know what I'm talking about :)
Life is going well...
It's been a very interesting experience, building a dispatch center from the ground up, there has been a lot of blood, sweat, and tears that have gone into this project, however its been fun :)
I'm finally able to move forward with my reserve aspirations, hopefully by January I will be done with academy... I hope!
So I'm in training for that, as well as the Tough Mudder race, which will be in March.
Maybe I'm just a glutton for punishment :)
Friday, April 1, 2011
Happy News :)
Having a blog is way too much commitment, lol...
Got some amazing news today...as many of you guys know my end goal has been to become a fulltime law enforcement officer.
Well, I've gotten my chance... :)
I interviewed on Wednesday, take the PAT this morning and if I pass, I will be a deputy sheriff for the county I live in...
SUPER AWESOME.... :)
Then comes FTO and Academy...but it will be worth it!
Got some amazing news today...as many of you guys know my end goal has been to become a fulltime law enforcement officer.
Well, I've gotten my chance... :)
I interviewed on Wednesday, take the PAT this morning and if I pass, I will be a deputy sheriff for the county I live in...
SUPER AWESOME.... :)
Then comes FTO and Academy...but it will be worth it!
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