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I am a Firefighter's Wife

The table's set, the meal's prepared,

our guest will soon arrive.
My husband once more disappears,

with the hope of keeping a child alive.
While waiting at home alone,

our plans have gone away.
My first response is to sit right down and cry.
But soon again I realize

the importance of my life.
When I agreed to take on the duties

of being a Fireman's Wife.
While there may be drawbacks,

I'll take them in my stride.
Knowing "My Daddy saved a life,"

our children can say with pride.
The gusting winds and raging

flames may be his final fate.
But with God's help,

I can remain my fireman's faithful mate.