Guest guest Posted April 20, 2012 Report Share Posted April 20, 2012 Well said Mr. ! I SALUTE YOU !  I wish you well and GOD SPEED  I, too, have considered retiring after 30+ years. Instead, I have chosen to slow down and teach, and LOVE IT ! I pull no punches when I tell my students this profession is not for everyone. Many do very well in class-but-when the clinicals and rideouts begin and they REALLY SEE the profession in action firsthand, some change their mind. I will only encourage them to do what they feel is right for them individually. I was told last night by a student, that a classmemeber is going to complete the course, but not test out because of two back to back " bad calls. "  Hopefully, the student will come and talk to us (the faculty) before their mind is made up. I will only guide the student AND NOT attempt to convince them to make their decision solely on what I say.  STAY SAFE COMRADE.........................................................................\ .....................  Subject: Retiring my red patch To: texasems-l Cc: maxie.bishop@... Date: Friday, April 20, 2012, 10:50 AM  Dear Texas EMS community- After becoming a EMT Basic in 1976 (First shift was July 4th, the Bicentennial of our nation), a Paramedic in 1979 and up to today, I have been certified at some level in EMS. My licensure ends at the end of this month and I have decided that it is time to let it rest. While I am still active in EMS through the BAAS in EMS Management program I direct and the National Fire Academy FESHE EMS Higher Ed Committee, I no longer see myself being in a position to perform as a paramedic. I do not regret the years I have been a responder and I must admit, there is a twinge of nostalgia and a sense of loss for letting this chapter close. However, there are many more chapters left to write and I know that EMS will be a part of them for many years to come. I will remain a member of the list, to keep up with life in Texas EMS - you can never just walk away. This 'Dino-medic' isn't wandering into the swamps to lay down completely - I will keep a first aid and CPR card, just to cover myself at the accident I might encounter. I thank all of you for your advice, comradeship and humor. We are an extended family and I still look upon these as some of the best experiences of my life - Lawrence A. 'Larry' MS EMT-P NMCEMDirector, EMS and Emergency Management ProgramsENMU Stop 3, 1500 S. Avenue K Portales NM 88130To learn more about the program, go to:http://liberal-arts.enmu.edu/health/ems2/index.shtml __________________________________________________________ $4000//Mo With A Laptop? We explored work at home jobs. What we found may surprise you... http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4f9185f31d551707674st01vuc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 20, 2012 Report Share Posted April 20, 2012 Thank you for your years of service to Texas EMS. Wes Ogilvie Sent from a secure undisclosed location. > Dear Texas EMS community- After becoming a EMT Basic in 1976 (First shift was July 4th, the Bicentennial of our nation), a Paramedic in 1979 and up to today, I have been certified at some level in EMS. My licensure ends at the end of this month and I have decided that it is time to let it rest. While I am still active in EMS through the BAAS in EMS Management program I direct and the National Fire Academy FESHE EMS Higher Ed Committee, I no longer see myself being in a position to perform as a paramedic. I do not regret the years I have been a responder and I must admit, there is a twinge of nostalgia and a sense of loss for letting this chapter close. However, there are many more chapters left to write and I know that EMS will be a part of them for many years to come. I will remain a member of the list, to keep up with life in Texas EMS - you can never just walk away. This 'Dino-medic' isn't wandering into the swamps to lay down completely - I will keep a first aid and CPR card, just to cover myself at the accident I might encounter. I thank all of you for your advice, comradeship and humor. We are an extended family and I still look upon these as some of the best experiences of my life - Lawrence A. 'Larry' MS EMT-P NMCEMDirector, EMS and Emergency Management ProgramsENMU Stop 3, 1500 S. Avenue K Portales NM 88130To learn more about the program, go to:http://liberal-arts.enmu.edu/health/ems2/index.shtml > __________________________________________________________ > $4000//Mo With A Laptop? > We explored work at home jobs. What we found may surprise you... > http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4f9185f31d551707674st01vuc > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 21, 2012 Report Share Posted April 21, 2012 Best wishes Larry. You have earned a rest. Gene Gandy Retiring my red patch Dear Texas EMS community- After becoming a EMT Basic in 1976 (First shift was July 4th, the Bicentennial of our nation), a Paramedic in 1979 and up to today, I have been certified at some level in EMS. My licensure ends at the end of this month and I have decided that it is time to let it rest. While I am still active in EMS through the BAAS in EMS Management program I direct and the National Fire Academy FESHE EMS Higher Ed Committee, I no longer see myself being in a position to perform as a paramedic. I do not regret the years I have been a responder and I must admit, there is a twinge of nostalgia and a sense of loss for letting this chapter close. However, there are many more chapters left to write and I know that EMS will be a part of them for many years to come. I will remain a member of the list, to keep up with life in Texas EMS - you can never just walk away. This 'Dino-medic' isn't wandering into the swamps to lay down completely - I will keep a first aid and CPR card, just to cover myself at the accident I might encounter. I thank all of you for your advice, comradeship and humor. We are an extended family and I still look upon these as some of the best experiences of my life - Lawrence A. 'Larry' MS EMT-P NMCEMDirector, EMS and Emergency Management ProgramsENMU Stop 3, 1500 S. Avenue K Portales NM 88130To learn more about the program, go to:http://liberal-arts.enmu.edu/health/ems2/index.shtml __________________________________________________________ $4000//Mo With A Laptop? We explored work at home jobs. What we found may surprise you... http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4f9185f31d551707674st01vuc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 21, 2012 Report Share Posted April 21, 2012 Best to you Larry, enjoy your retirement. Sent from my iPad > Dear Texas EMS community- After becoming a EMT Basic in 1976 (First shift was July 4th, the Bicentennial of our nation), a Paramedic in 1979 and up to today, I have been certified at some level in EMS. My licensure ends at the end of this month and I have decided that it is time to let it rest. While I am still active in EMS through the BAAS in EMS Management program I direct and the National Fire Academy FESHE EMS Higher Ed Committee, I no longer see myself being in a position to perform as a paramedic. I do not regret the years I have been a responder and I must admit, there is a twinge of nostalgia and a sense of loss for letting this chapter close. However, there are many more chapters left to write and I know that EMS will be a part of them for many years to come. I will remain a member of the list, to keep up with life in Texas EMS - you can never just walk away. This 'Dino-medic' isn't wandering into the swamps to lay down completely - I will keep a first aid and CPR c > ard, just to cover myself at the accident I might encounter. I thank all of you for your advice, comradeship and humor. We are an extended family and I still look upon these as some of the best experiences of my life - Lawrence A. 'Larry' MS EMT-P NMCEMDirector, EMS and Emergency Management ProgramsENMU Stop 3, 1500 S. Avenue K Portales NM 88130To learn more about the program, go to:http://liberal-arts.enmu.edu/health/ems2/index.shtml > ____________________________________________________________ > $4000//Mo With A Laptop? > We explored work at home jobs. What we found may surprise you... > http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4f9185f31d551707674st01vuc > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 23, 2012 Report Share Posted April 23, 2012 Enjoy retirement Larry. Barry Sharp, MSHP, MCHES Tobacco Prevention & Control Program Coordinator Substance Abuse Services Unit Mental Health and Substance Abuse Division From: texasems-l [mailto:texasems-l ] On Behalf Of Larry Sent: Friday, April 20, 2012 10:51 AM To: texasems-l Cc: Bishop,Maxie (DSHS) Subject: Retiring my red patch Dear Texas EMS community- After becoming a EMT Basic in 1976 (First shift was July 4th, the Bicentennial of our nation), a Paramedic in 1979 and up to today, I have been certified at some level in EMS. My licensure ends at the end of this month and I have decided that it is time to let it rest. While I am still active in EMS through the BAAS in EMS Management program I direct and the National Fire Academy FESHE EMS Higher Ed Committee, I no longer see myself being in a position to perform as a paramedic. I do not regret the years I have been a responder and I must admit, there is a twinge of nostalgia and a sense of loss for letting this chapter close. However, there are many more chapters left to write and I know that EMS will be a part of them for many years to come. I will remain a member of the list, to keep up with life in Texas EMS - you can never just walk away. This 'Dino-medic' isn't wandering into the swamps to lay down completely - I will keep a first aid and CPR card, just to cover myself at the accident I might encounter. I thank all of you for your advice, comradeship and humor. We are an extended family and I still look upon these as some of the best experiences of my life - Lawrence A. 'Larry' MS EMT-P NMCEMDirector, EMS and Emergency Management ProgramsENMU Stop 3, 1500 S. Avenue K Portales NM 88130To learn more about the program, go to:http://liberal-arts.enmu.edu/health/ems2/index.shtml __________________________________________________________ $4000//Mo With A Laptop? We explored work at home jobs. What we found may surprise you... http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4f9185f31d551707674st01vuc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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