The Fireman's Wife's Prayer

The table's set, the meal's prepared, our guests will soon arrive.

My husband once more disappears with a hope of keeping a child alive.

While waiting at home alone, our plans having gone awry,

My first impulse is merely 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 are many 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.

Fireman's Prayer

When I'm called to duty 
God wherever flames may be 
Give me the strength to save some life 
Whatever be its age.

 

Help me embrace a little child 
Before it's too late 
Or save an older person 
From the horror of that fate.

 

Enable me to be alert 
And Hear the weakest shout 
And quickly and efficiently 
To put the fire out.

I want to fill my calling 
And To give the best in me 
To guard my every neighbor 
And protect their property .

And if according to your will 
I lose my life 
Please bless with your protective hand 
My children and my wife.