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The name of the blog is A Day In The Life Of An Ambulance Driver. It was intended to be my creative outlet, and a way for me to polish my writing and trial-balloon new stories.

It’s never been a purely medical blog. I write about my job, my interests and my hobbies, and my bitches and beefs. It’s a microcosm of whatever is going on in my life at that particular moment, hence the title.

And frankly, I rather like the fact that my blog is neither fish nor fowl nor good red meat.

Lately though, the days in the life of this ambulance driver that I am inspired to write about have little to do with work. In an effort to stave off impending burnout, I’ve been trying to do more for myself, and obsess less about work. Hence, more guns and miscellaneous stuff, and less medicine.

And I know that pimping myself and the book may get tiresome as well, and believe me, it’s no less tiresome for me. But Kaplan Publishing took a chance on me, primarily from what they read in this blog, and I owe it to them to promote the book whenever I can.

(And it’s a damned good book, available for only $24.95 retail!)

I know that EMS stories are why many of you read, and I’m sorry I’ve disappointed you of late.

But just as many more seem to like my (admittedly) non-expert anecdotes and commentary on guns and such.

And a few Anonymi hate pretty much everything I write, but apparently continue to read anyway. (And bless your hating little hearts for it. – Ed.)

So I suppose my question is, what would you like to see more of? Go back to opining primarily on medical issues and sharing my EMS stories with you, or keep doing what I am now?

I’ll tell you right now that I’m not going to cease being an EMS/gun/daddy/potty humor blogger just to please a vocal few people who would presume to dictate my blog topics, but I am interested in what you’d like to read, and I’ll try to give you more of it.

Let me know your preferences in comments.

  • Anonymous

    I like everything. Please bring back star of life though.

  • Anonymous

    I like everything. Please bring back star of life though.

  • Julie

    more of everything please – i find your EMS stories hilarious … i’m a gunny so anything guns is good – as a mum of 2 little girls, i like hearing about your daughter … stories about your relationships / past are also interesting … so please just write what interests you and i’ll read it …

    vw: sagones … is that what happens to guys in their 70s?

  • Julie

    more of everything please – i find your EMS stories hilarious … i’m a gunny so anything guns is good – as a mum of 2 little girls, i like hearing about your daughter … stories about your relationships / past are also interesting … so please just write what interests you and i’ll read it … vw: sagones … is that what happens to guys in their 70s?

  • steph6138

    Do what you do best – write about *your* life, et al – guns/KatyBeth/EMS and whatever else wanders in front of you. You have a gift for relating life as it happens – keep it up!

  • steph6138

    Do what you do best – write about *your* life, et al – guns/KatyBeth/EMS and whatever else wanders in front of you. You have a gift for relating life as it happens – keep it up!

  • serverwench

    Write whatever makes you happy. :)

  • serverwench

    Write whatever makes you happy. :)

  • virtualquilter

    You write well, so just write. I enjoy reading a good story regardless of the content.

  • virtualquilter

    You write well, so just write. I enjoy reading a good story regardless of the content.

  • Kristine

    reading your blog is like hearing my husband’s work stories (which I enjoy!), and since he also enjoys the range, and loves being a Dad, I really, really enjoy reading whatever you have to say. So, just speak your mind, and don’t worry about the rest.

  • Kristine

    reading your blog is like hearing my husband’s work stories (which I enjoy!), and since he also enjoys the range, and loves being a Dad, I really, really enjoy reading whatever you have to say. So, just speak your mind, and don’t worry about the rest.

  • AnneBethMN

    I LOVE everything you write, whether it’s medical, gun pron, or family related…keep it up!

  • AnneBethMN

    I LOVE everything you write, whether it’s medical, gun pron, or family related…keep it up!

  • Harriet

    I like it all. I’m just glad to see a post from you, whatever it’s about.
    Now that I’m only a short time away from getting my EMT-B license (and yeah, I’m going on to Paramedic) I find myself learning just as much from your non-EMS stories as from the Saga of Sumdood.
    Keep writing about life, whatever is in it that makes you happy, and may you have much more of the same.

  • Harriet

    I like it all. I’m just glad to see a post from you, whatever it’s about. Now that I’m only a short time away from getting my EMT-B license (and yeah, I’m going on to Paramedic) I find myself learning just as much from your non-EMS stories as from the Saga of Sumdood. Keep writing about life, whatever is in it that makes you happy, and may you have much more of the same.

  • Anonymous

    I like just about everything you write AD. Just don’t quit. Seems like a lot of the bloggers I’ve been reading forever are quitting this year. Some of them because of the haters out there who can’t seem to help sharing the non-love at every opertunity. I’m planning on buying the book as soon as I can. Keep doing what you are doing, if it ain’t broke don’t fix it! Janet

  • Anonymous

    I like just about everything you write AD. Just don’t quit. Seems like a lot of the bloggers I’ve been reading forever are quitting this year. Some of them because of the haters out there who can’t seem to help sharing the non-love at every opertunity. I’m planning on buying the book as soon as I can. Keep doing what you are doing, if it ain’t broke don’t fix it! Janet

  • Ross

    Well, this ought to teach you to ask for pats on the head. Now make sure that you read ALL these comments,AD!

    And get back to work, will ya? Obviously the only thing we all don’t like is when you don’t put up a new entry! ;-)

  • Ross

    Well, this ought to teach you to ask for pats on the head. Now make sure that you read ALL these comments,AD!And get back to work, will ya? Obviously the only thing we all don’t like is when you don’t put up a new entry! ;-)

  • Simian

    Love guns…love reading about med stuff…love reading about your kid. Keep yourself sane in whatever way you can. (although a little insanity goes a long way towards keeping life interesting)

  • Simian

    Love guns…love reading about med stuff…love reading about your kid. Keep yourself sane in whatever way you can. (although a little insanity goes a long way towards keeping life interesting)

  • Cher

    Any topic, as long as it’s humerous or heartfelt. Guns are *meh* I own ‘em and I’m a good shot with a 22….but unless there’s humor or drama related to the gun-posts I skim and check back later for other stuff.
    I do need some Star of Life already dude!

  • Cher

    Any topic, as long as it’s humerous or heartfelt. Guns are *meh* I own ‘em and I’m a good shot with a 22….but unless there’s humor or drama related to the gun-posts I skim and check back later for other stuff.I do need some Star of Life already dude!

  • Joeymom

    Um… whatever you feel like writing about? It’s your blog. I’m just here to read it.

  • Joeymom

    Um… whatever you feel like writing about? It’s your blog. I’m just here to read it.

  • stephan

    your blog, do what you wish. I’ll keep reading it.

  • stephan

    your blog, do what you wish. I’ll keep reading it.

  • IceFire

    Just keep doing what you’re doing, and keep it coming! Med stuff, gun stuff, potty humor, motorcycle stuff, stories about KatyBeth, everything. Oh, and when do we get a new installment of Star of Life, Hmmm????

  • IceFire

    Just keep doing what you’re doing, and keep it coming! Med stuff, gun stuff, potty humor, motorcycle stuff, stories about KatyBeth, everything. Oh, and when do we get a new installment of Star of Life, Hmmm????

  • Kat

    It’s your blog – write as you wish!!! “You” – your wit, wisdom (or, depending on the story, lack thereof, lol), and personality are what keeps folks coming back.

  • Kat

    It’s your blog – write as you wish!!! “You” – your wit, wisdom (or, depending on the story, lack thereof, lol), and personality are what keeps folks coming back.

  • Michele

    Since you asked :-)

    I’m a huge fan of your EMS posts! I enjoy the medicine, your perspecives on the patients and families, your experiences with nurses and doctors, and laughing with you about partner experiences. Thanks for filling us in on what that’s all about!

  • Michele

    Since you asked :-) I’m a huge fan of your EMS posts! I enjoy the medicine, your perspecives on the patients and families, your experiences with nurses and doctors, and laughing with you about partner experiences. Thanks for filling us in on what that’s all about!

  • Lexi

    Well it’s your blog and your choice to write what you want. However, I could not care less about guns (maybe it has something to do with being Canadian lol) and so I haven’t been reading your blog as much of late. I read for the work related stuff and I like reading about your daughter, the gun episodes are a little too over the top for me. But in the end it’s your baby – do whatever floats your boat , makes your gun go bang or what have you.

  • Lexi

    Well it’s your blog and your choice to write what you want. However, I could not care less about guns (maybe it has something to do with being Canadian lol) and so I haven’t been reading your blog as much of late. I read for the work related stuff and I like reading about your daughter, the gun episodes are a little too over the top for me. But in the end it’s your baby – do whatever floats your boat , makes your gun go bang or what have you.

  • Anonymous

    I found your blog while looking for EMS stories, and I must say that everything I read here I enjoy. I have bought your orignial book and plan on getting the new one. I realy enjoyed the “Winter Wings” post and am looking forward to the rest of “Star Of Life”. Thanks for your writing. Levi

  • Anonymous

    I found your blog while looking for EMS stories, and I must say that everything I read here I enjoy. I have bought your orignial book and plan on getting the new one. I realy enjoyed the “Winter Wings” post and am looking forward to the rest of “Star Of Life”. Thanks for your writing. Levi

  • Angie

    I agree with California Girl, It is your blog – so write what you want to.
    I read your blog coz I like what you write, if a piece doesn’t interest me then I will skip it and read the next. I always come back tho.

    Angie

  • Angie

    I agree with California Girl, It is your blog – so write what you want to.I read your blog coz I like what you write, if a piece doesn’t interest me then I will skip it and read the next. I always come back tho.Angie

  • Kate

    I agree also; it’s your blog, so you should do whatever you want with it. But since you asked…. I really like your EMS stories and hearing about your daughter. In fact, I’m going to go order your book right now. No joke. Amazon.com!

  • Kate

    I agree also; it’s your blog, so you should do whatever you want with it. But since you asked…. I really like your EMS stories and hearing about your daughter. In fact, I’m going to go order your book right now. No joke. Amazon.com!

  • Medicmarch.

    keep on doing what you’re doing chief

  • Medicmarch.

    keep on doing what you’re doing chief

  • Niecie

    I work as a RN in a tourist mecca and our hospital is very very small, I love reading your blog, it keeps me sane to know that someone else has it just as crazy as me. I also love to hear about your daughter and I am also a gun person, maybe not as much as you but I grew up around them and my dads family has just about every gun you can imagine. Keep writing whatever!! I’ll still read it and I also bought your book and am waiting not so patiently for it.

  • Niecie

    I work as a RN in a tourist mecca and our hospital is very very small, I love reading your blog, it keeps me sane to know that someone else has it just as crazy as me. I also love to hear about your daughter and I am also a gun person, maybe not as much as you but I grew up around them and my dads family has just about every gun you can imagine. Keep writing whatever!! I’ll still read it and I also bought your book and am waiting not so patiently for it.

  • Niecie

    I work as a RN in a tourist mecca and our hospital is very very small, I love reading your blog, it keeps me sane to know that someone else has it just as crazy as me. I also love to hear about your daughter and I am also a gun person, maybe not as much as you but I grew up around them and my dads family has just about every gun you can imagine. Keep writing whatever!! I’ll still read it and I also bought your book and am waiting not so patiently for it.

  • Niecie

    I work as a RN in a tourist mecca and our hospital is very very small, I love reading your blog, it keeps me sane to know that someone else has it just as crazy as me. I also love to hear about your daughter and I am also a gun person, maybe not as much as you but I grew up around them and my dads family has just about every gun you can imagine. Keep writing whatever!! I’ll still read it and I also bought your book and am waiting not so patiently for it.

  • Steve Whitehead

    I don’t agree with the, “If you write it they will come.” theory, but I do think that your blog should be uniquely you.

    Write stuff that makes you want to come and read your blog. Write what’s on your mind and in your heart. We don’t need blog drones. It’s your blog brau. And it’s a good one.

  • Steve Whitehead

    I don’t agree with the, “If you write it they will come.” theory, but I do think that your blog should be uniquely you.Write stuff that makes you want to come and read your blog. Write what’s on your mind and in your heart. We don’t need blog drones. It’s your blog brau. And it’s a good one.


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