When I gave birth to Emile and Brie I probably felt the same way most other mothers feel. I knew my babies would someday be all grown up and out on their own, however, that day was a long, LONG way away. So here I sit 23+ years later and that day arrived MUCH
FASTER than I was prepared for. Is that how most moms feel? I suppose it is. Again, I remember how many times my own mother told me how fast time fly's by... now I understand. My baby girls are spreading their wings and leaving the nest.
Both Emile and Brie chose to attend HACC (Harrisburg Area Community College).
Due to some choices Em made in her personal life along with some medical issues she has developed (hand tremors) she had to make a career path change. Rather than pursuing law enforcement she decided upon Emergency Medical Services. I think she may just be an adrenaline junkie??? I don't know where she gets that from. Bwahahahahaha!!! At any rate, Emile took the Emergency Medical Technician course at the York campus (York Hospital). She worked hard and before she knew it it was time to do her testing to become a Nationally Registered EMT. The test was divided into two parts, a written and a practical exam. In addition to that Emile also had to take and pass her Emergency Vehicle Operation Certification course so she would be able to drive an ambulance.
All of Emile's hard work, studying, and sleepless nights paid off. In March 2015 she PASSED all her exams on the very first try!!!! Her EVOC was a few months later and she passed them as well.
In July 2015 Emile was hired by White Rose Ambulance, while in the past few months she as started working PRN for Spring Grove Ambulance and West York Ambulance. Referring back to the "adrenaline junkie" title further up in this post.... Em's goal is to become a flight medic and perhaps even fly out of Penn State Hershey Medical Center in Hershey PA. In order to do that she must first become a paramedic. There is no doubt in my mind that Emile will someday accomplish that goal and when she does she will be an outstanding medic!
Emile's drive, dedication, and compassion to the EMS field and those she cares for is already making her a better person. She clearly has found a career she loves and lives for. Well done, kiddo... I'm so proud of you!!!
This is a picture of Emile and her partner that was published in the York Daily Record. They were moving the body of a deceased man from the area of the Codorus Creek in downtown York. The coroner is the gentleman following her and she is
always picking his brain on calls. Again, it's just an example of her desire to learn and become better at what she does. The sky is the limit.... quite literally.
Brie is just finishing up her second semester at HACC with her focus in radiology. When she began her classes she was planning on becoming an X-Ray Technologist, however, she seems to be changing her mind on where she wants to be when all is said and done. The last time Brie and I spoke about her career path she indicated a desire to do ultrasounds. While doing research she discovered that this is where the most money can be earned. Makes sense to me as long as it's something she enjoys doing. I'm sure she'll be good at whatever her final decision is.
Needless to say I am proud of both Emile's and Brie's accomplishments thus far. They may have given me some grief (okay, they DID give me some grief... some days more than other days) but they have become focused, independent, and loving young women. They're on their way to successful futures and for that I am incredibly grateful. Well done, Emile and Brie. Keep it up!!!
