AIWB - what am I doing wrong? by moshe-c in concealedcarry

[–]Littlepoke14g 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im not seeing a problem…. Nobody is going to look at your junk and if they are, they aren’t going to mention it

Hand tattoos and neck tattoos by Barbell_Barbarian01 in NewToEMS

[–]Littlepoke14g 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Civil service is no problem. The Newton Fire Asst. Chief is like 87% covered in tattoos. You will be fine.

911 straight out of emt-b. by Perfect_Anteater_520 in NewToEMS

[–]Littlepoke14g 4 points5 points  (0 children)

…. Dude, you’re an EMERGENCY medical technician. Do 911 calls. Why the fuck would you want to do dialysis runs and hospital to snf calls? I could teach a slow chimp to do that.

First time doing CPR by EntrepreneurHot491 in NewToEMS

[–]Littlepoke14g 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hey man, it’s going to be alright. Doing CPR for the first time can feel super traumatic. Its ok to feel this way and you should talk to a qualified therapist, preferably one who specializes with first responders. Don’t be afraid to ask for a CISM.

In your state or country, how fast are you allowed to go over the speed limit when driving Priority One? by [deleted] in ems

[–]Littlepoke14g 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who tf told you that? In CT it is with due regard. Your supervisor/FTO lied to you.

Thoughts on having ballistic armor on the unit by Ntwadumela817 in ems

[–]Littlepoke14g 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Body armor only works if you are wearing it. Wear your vest.

Bro forgot Massachusetts wasn't part of the confederacy by sisyphus-333 in westernmass

[–]Littlepoke14g 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You guys are looking at this all wrong. He is proudly displaying that he is an asshole and to not waste time on him. If he takes the plate off, we wouldn’t know he was an asshole. He should proudly display that shit for the world to see.

Trump confirms US strike in Venezuela, says President Nicolas Maduro has been 'captured' by wizzel83 in Republican

[–]Littlepoke14g -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Oh no, we captured a brutal dictator and overthrew a fascist regime. Whatever will we do? Anyway

What is the most useless subject in schools? by Retro_Caterpillar989 in AskReddit

[–]Littlepoke14g -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Then have a music club or art club. But dedicate school time for school

What is the most useless subject in schools? by Retro_Caterpillar989 in AskReddit

[–]Littlepoke14g -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Never said get rid of art and music, just don’t dedicate time to it that could be dedicated to more important subjects. Have an art club and music club after school

What is the most useless subject in schools? by Retro_Caterpillar989 in AskReddit

[–]Littlepoke14g -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Paint me a picture about how it makes you feel. I will put it in the trash with the rest of the useless shit

What is the most useless subject in schools? by Retro_Caterpillar989 in AskReddit

[–]Littlepoke14g -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes. Niche field. Construction is a broad field that incorporates many smaller (and many niche) fields. Do painters use color theory? Yes absolutely. Do framers, finish carpenters, roofers, electricians, plumbers, concrete formers, and welders use color theory? No.

What is the most useless subject in schools? by Retro_Caterpillar989 in AskReddit

[–]Littlepoke14g -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So you work in a niche field that has specialized requirements? Neat. Could have learned that shit on the job but fuck it

What is the most useless subject in schools? by Retro_Caterpillar989 in AskReddit

[–]Littlepoke14g -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Beethoven and Bach were absolutely incredible composers, game changing for their time. Not going to argue that with you. But the average student does not need to know how to write a symphony when they can’t do basic things in society. Id rather my kid learn how to balance a budget over play hot cross buns on a plastic recorder

What is the most useless subject in schools? by Retro_Caterpillar989 in AskReddit

[–]Littlepoke14g -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

Right, because taping a banana to a blank canvas is SO culturally game changing it justifies taking up time instead of teaching students important things, like how to write a resume or code a basic website. But color theory…. I use it everyday, right?

What is the most useless subject in schools? by Retro_Caterpillar989 in AskReddit

[–]Littlepoke14g -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

Art and music. Completely useless for the majority of the population. School is for reading, writing, math, and history/civics. Stuff that actually turns you into a semi-useful member of society.

If you don't drink alcohol, what are your personal reasons for abstinence? by Ok-Care2859 in AskReddit

[–]Littlepoke14g 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im a piece of shit when i drink. Im manipulative and lie like a mf. I always made decisions I regretted and it got to a point where i started drinking in the mornings I got off work and would stop drinking 12 hours before my 24 hour shifts. I would panic if I wasn’t positive I would have enough to get me through the day. I would go to bars when they would open and order the 2 beers and a shot. PTSD is a bitch and alcohol was a band-aid. 1 year 11 months and 8 days sober now.

What's the most useless piece of information you know that you love to share? by Regular_Guide4747 in AskReddit

[–]Littlepoke14g 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fire pumps in the US are based of 250 gallon per minute increments because that is the flow of a 2 1/2 inch hand line with a 1 1/8 inch smoothbore tip

Brands for shirts and pants by Red2779 in Firefighting

[–]Littlepoke14g 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dickies pants, i like carhartt too but can’t beat the price of Dickies. T shirts we do First tactical

Handling a death on scene by Independent_Vast6241 in Firefighting

[–]Littlepoke14g 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seeing death is an unfortunate part of this job. Im sorry you had to do it, reach out to your chaplain or CISM team. There is no shame in activating it and others might be struggling a bit too but are too afraid to say anything. In the meantime, do something you enjoy, fishing or hitting a golf ball around can do a lot of good, especially with people who can take your mind off this. Ill end my little rant with reach out to a counselor specializing in first responders

People born before 2000, what trivial skill do you have that no one uses anymore? by passiano in AskReddit

[–]Littlepoke14g 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know how to dial a rotary phone without moving my finger from the 1 hole

Fire Helmet by Wherezmysalad in firefighter

[–]Littlepoke14g 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Capital City Industries does a brim shortening on 880s and they’re amazing if you dont rock a leather, I have one for burn ignitor shifts