This evening we took Finlay to our local fire station to have a look at the fire engines. A few months back when we had our smoke alarms fitted we were told that if we took Finlay down on a Tuesday night then they would show him around. Tonight we did just that. It was great! I loved it just as much. Finlay and I got to sit in the driver’s seat. I decided that to drive it at speed would take incredible skill as they are whopping when you get inside.

Finlay enjoyed getting to look around the engine and try on he boots and fire helmets. I got to speak to some of the guys down there about what they do and I’ve got to say it’s great work that they do. Firemen definitely deserve their salaries.
I’d like to take the opportunity to thank the Pontycymer Fire Service for being so hospitable and encourage anyone to do the same. These everyday heroes don’t always get the recognition that they deserve. Support your local Brigade, you may need them someday.

Tomorrow I’m only working 5 hours and then if the weather is nice I’ll be off to the Amelia Trust Farm with Finlay to see if there is anything we can get involved with there.

Fingers crossed for dry weather tomorrow!!