by Keira Kroft I could talk about the many beautiful Christmas’s I have spent with my family. I could tell you how my daughter’s face lights up when she opens her presents on Christmas Eve. I could mention the golden turkey falling of the bone, the laced eggnog and the decadent pie. But I think we should talk about some of America’s greatest and bravest—Firefighters.
Let’s face it the pay is not good. People aren’t always nice or grateful to them. Yet they choose to put their lives on the line every day. Some give up their holidays while others pay the ultimate price for anyone that needs help.
Here is a story of firefighters that went beyond the call of duty:
SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Fruitridge firefighters rushed to the rescue of an elderly woman hurt while she was putting up her Christmas decorations on Sunday.
Margie Hinkle, 83, was assisting her husband, George, in hanging the Christmas lights on their home when she tripped and fell down.
The Hinkles were stringing the last set of lights when the accident occurred.
Firefighters from station 56 arrived to assist Margie, and they went beyond the call of duty by
helping George hang the rest of their lights.
The Hinkles thanked the firefighters with cookies and other goodies Monday for assisting her and for helping her husband finish putting up the Christmas lights.
Margie is a two-time cancer survivor and said she will be more careful in the future but will not stop being independent.
Here is the video footage:
This story touched my heart because beautiful stories such as these are what make the season bright.
Here is the trailer from my latest Romantic Suspense,
Glow in the Dark
The awesome Decadent Publishing will be giving one lucky commenter a free download of “Glow in the Dark”, when it comes out, in the next month or so. Fireman Jake Gilroy will be lighting up your computer screen, soon. In the meantime, this same winner will be able to See Edward Cullen in a way they
have never seen him before in this full length Twilight graphic novel. So you get two lovely prizes, two hottie’s for the price of one comment, not a bad deal.
To warm your cold winter nights!
A second Commenter on this blog will have a chance to win a 2011 firefighters calendar.
(Calendar shown is not an exact replica of said raffle item, but will have the same hotness level— guaranteed!)
I wish you love and joy, always!
Big hugs, Keira
awww what a sweet story heros come in all shapes and sizes im still over the moon my sister justhad our christmas baby at 12:36 christmas morning mircles and helping hands come in all shapes and sizes
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Auntie, what a beautiful Christmas gift. Tell me... Boy or girl, how big and the name of the newest Christmas angel, Thank you.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Keira
Sweet story, Keira - and loved the trailer!
ReplyDeleteThank you Nina :)I was lucky too land that hottie for my trailer.
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays,
Hugs, Keira
enjoyed your post today and nice calendar.
ReplyDeleteHey Keira!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to reading Glow in the Dark. Can't wait. You must be so excited.
Hope you had a wonderful Christmas.
Aw, Keira! Thanks for sharing such a sweet news story. As I see it, there aren't enough heart-warming stories like that on the news. In these times I think it's important we hear more and more about the goodwill of our neighbors. Happy New Years to you! May it be filled with joy and prosperity!
ReplyDeleteI loved the story! Total hotness and sweet too!Firemen stories always seem to show that they may be tough but they're typically big ole sweethearts! Can't go wrong there!
ReplyDeleteIs it a bad thing if I love both 1st and 2nd prizes and I can't say I'd be bummed to come in 2nd? LOL The calendar is too yummy and the book looks amazing! Well here's hoping for either delicious prize! Pick Me, Pick Me! LOL Thanks for the great story and for spoiling us with such great giveaways!
Dina, thanks for stopping by, Good luck in the drawing :)
ReplyDeleteHugs, Keira
Hey Sharon, fancy seeing you here, LOL :)
ReplyDeleteYes, thank you I am very excited. I can't wait to share Jake the fireman with the world. I did have a wonderful Christmas.
Super big hugs,
Keira :D
Thanks for the great story! I knew firefighters were more than just hot...sweet too.
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ReplyDeleteJoder, ain't that the truth :)
ReplyDeleteHave a rockin awesome New Years!
Hugs, Keira
Deena, yes the news is so bad, I can't watch it. But I would if I could see more stories like this one.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
Hugs, Keira
Good morning Kirsten,
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that you are happy with the prizes. I am too; can I draw my own name? LOL :) I’m going to put all the commenter’s names in a hat and close my eyes and pull, lol But I wish you the best of luck!
Everday heroes are all around us and sometimes their efforts get unnoticed. What a good way to acknowledge them for all that they do. Thank you for sharing this story.
ReplyDeleteLove the trailer, too! Happy Holidays!
Kathleen
Keira - Always nice to hear fireman stories. I know the crew that answered the 911 call at my house back in 2007 were a godsend. Months later, they came for a power line down and one looked at me and said, "We were here before..."
ReplyDeleteI nodded, "Yup, 911 and me with a heart that stopped."
"Good to see you looking good! We usually don't know how things turn out!"
Glad to make his day.
Keira, great post. Your book looks fabulous (so does the calendar)!
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kbranfield@gmail.com
Kathleen that means a lot coming from you!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful New Year!
Hugs, Keira
Maureen, what an awesome story. It goes to Show how great firefighters are to remember you like that, very cool!
ReplyDeleteThanks for commenting!
Happy New Year!
Hugs, Keira
Thank you Kathy :) The calendar is very hot, I promise :)
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
Hugs, Keira
I loved your post. Such a great story!! I bet that calendar is hot!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhy yes Judy it is :) Thank you for reading :)
ReplyDeleteHugs, Keira
I love firefighters(I was a volunteer for 23 years)!
ReplyDeleteCalendar looks awesome.
kissinoak at frontier.com
You were a volunteer fire fighter? Then we love you. Those who volunteer are the bravest. And who says a woman can't do what a man can do. We can't, because we do it better, LMAO :)
ReplyDeleteSuper big hugs, Keira
Great story! Your Glow In The Dark video is awesome, I'm so impressed! I want you to make MY next book trailer! LOL
ReplyDeleteAwwww...What a touching story! I loved that after they helped Margie, they helped George finish hanging the lights..LOL.
ReplyDeleteHave a Happy New Year!
Your post was wonderful. Firefighters and police are true heroes on holidays when they give up time with their families to work.
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Drum Roll please…the winners are:
ReplyDeleteA free download of “Glow in the Dark” and the “Twilight” graphic Novel go to Kathy form Clovis New Mexico.
The sizzling hot NY firefighter’s 2011 calendar goes to Joder from Lincoln Nebraska.
Keira her name is
ReplyDeleteJaiden Annmarie
she was 7lbs 8oz and 20 inches long