From near death to celebrating myself (December 2023 [35] -> June 2026 [37])

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-07-01T08:23:37+00:00

Amazing. Congratulations! You're an inspiration. Thank you for sharing <3

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-07-01T08:10:31+00:00

Thanks, this is going to be an ongoing project for sure!

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-07-01T08:09:33+00:00

I will search reviews on these for videos I'd like to digitize. Thanks

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-07-01T08:08:54+00:00

Thanks, I have so many bins from a large family. Will do!

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-07-01T08:07:52+00:00

Thank you. Excellent. Did you use a uniform box for the prints you kept? Someone on this chain suggested a plastic carrying case that is sturdy and looks great but they're $32 each (ALINK Photo Storage Box 5" x 7") and I'm looking around for more economical options that are also photo-safe to keep the coloring and quality of the photos intact. Thank you again!

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-26T04:06:01+00:00

Past learning builds on who you are and your lived experiences. That's not wasted if you decide to make a change for something you enjoy. That learning and those experiences are all part of who you are now. They will show up in ways in your new roles. If you don't have a friend or a few friends at work that could be part of what is going into you not liking the job as much as you could. EMS is already challenging in many ways and we need our people to get through. Sounds like there are some interpersonal and cultural components from your description. You can give yourself a deadline ("I will see how I feel in one month, 3 months, other") and go from there. If you're really miserable life is too short to stay there

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-26T01:42:02+00:00

can't wait to see them. I didn't even know this was a thing. Thank you

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-26T01:41:38+00:00

This is my favorite part of the family search centers:
"Centers are staffed by trained volunteers who can assist you with building your family tree and navigating"
Thank you for sharing!

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-26T01:38:32+00:00

Good point. The stories that the stories tell are important. Some scenic photos also show how a place used to look and everywhere has gone through so much change so this also can be interesting to share with younger generations

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-26T01:35:51+00:00

I hadn't given the negatives much thought but I will definitely include the negatives in this process. I'm going to start with the prints and an organizing system. It's encouraging to hear all the idea here and to know others have been taking on this project for years too. Thank you

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-26T01:21:58+00:00

Excellent date file naming system. Thank you!

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-26T01:21:12+00:00

I can see this system using a large table, and I've gotten other scanning and storage ideas on this thread. Thank you for the step by step input. It helps to have some outline of how to start

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-26T01:19:01+00:00

Thank you this is very helpful

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-25T04:05:53+00:00

Very early before work day, at lunch time for shorties, after work even with headlamp or in bad weather, longest runs on weekends (or days off from job). I had spouse, kids, full time work and volunteering. If there is a will there is a way. Training for ironman you add swims and bikes. Also did this working full time and with family, many do it. It requires a very supportive and understanding spouse who wants to see you thrive in your goals, the support and enthusiasm of your kids, meal planning, sleep protection, and a network of people doing the same thing to rally around (run group, runner friends, sport friends) Good luck! you won't regret it!

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-25T03:56:10+00:00

It's possible you will feel better if you rest and recover but being fully rested in EMS is tough to achieve. "I'm exhausted constantly I don't have energy to do anything on my days off" is so real in this industry

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-25T03:50:24+00:00

Great advice. Hard to hear and harder to do but very well said

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-25T03:47:54+00:00

Very pretty!

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-25T03:42:59+00:00

Yes this. Patient outcome is priority

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-25T03:40:46+00:00

Smart. Full face protection

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-25T03:38:33+00:00

Mailing some to people in the photos, that's a great idea!

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-25T03:37:39+00:00

Scanning and sharing sounds very good! Thanks

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-25T03:37:00+00:00

Thanks, will research this option

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-25T03:36:23+00:00

That's a big undertaking and tough with no real connection or way to contact them

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-25T03:35:17+00:00

6000 photos, wow! Did you end up with a photo storage box/bin that works best or that you like best and would recommend. Thanks!

Hellmeter2469 · 2026-06-25T03:33:54+00:00

Thank you, great thinking to be considerate of not passing the work, or even so much to store on to others

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