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Scott Carlson's avatar

100%, it's not easy loosing a career I fought for, but I firmly believe God closed that door for a reason. With that there must be a new door that will open.

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Bitesandpieces's avatar

Absolutely. He led you to that decision. If he led you to it, he’ll bring you through it. It may not be in your timing but continue to have faith.

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Lisa Ca's avatar

I truly feel for you. Over a shot. Most firefighters went into the field because they love it and fought to get in. My husband tried to get in for 8 years and never got a FT. Only seasonal. So I know that walking away is like a passion dying. :(

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Scott Carlson's avatar

Yes, I fought hard for it , worked hard at it. Then they took it away. Silly

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Chelie's avatar

I hear you Scott. I wasn’t fired, I left my nursing job I loved after 18 years on principle. The religious exemptions was pure hypocrisy & as a person of faith, I had to prove it to THEM by writing a 9 page dissertation on why I believe it violates my beliefs & faith in Christ ? On the way to my decision I watched the healthcare field start to crumble into something other than caring for others. That isn’t who I am. I was blessed to be retired Air Force, as well as my husband and he supported my decision to get out. God Bless you and as the false narrative of covid withers on the vine I hope everyone fights with a vengeance to get your jobs back. We’re going to need all the pure bloods !

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WendeAnne's avatar

God Bless you for your faith and courage.

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WendeAnne's avatar

A new door will Open, keep the Faith.

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Scott Carlson's avatar

Funny, South Dakota has come up a lot lately...Would live to hear more

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PamelaZelie's avatar

I live in the Black Hills, Scott. Beautiful area and very friendly people. The western part of the state is the best.

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PamelaZelie's avatar

Hi Mary. I live in Western SD too. Moved to the Black HIlls two years ago.

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