
Just a Girl and Her Firefighter
We celebrate this First Responder life here. A place to be unapologetically you, and discover how other Firewives, or other First Responder wives are not just surviving but thriving. Together, let's dive into the wonderful, wild world of First Responder life! A place where we can share our stories of success, struggle, the messy middle, and all of the in between! If you are married/dating/engaged to a Firefighter, Paramedic, EMT, Military, etc this is the place for you! So let's dive in and have some fun!
Just a Girl and Her Firefighter
Our Journey: Marriage, Firefighting and Community
Building a Community for First Responder Partners
In the inaugural episode of 'Just a Girl and Her Firefighter,' host Kristi Hilmer introduces herself and shares her journey as the partner of a first responder. Kristi recounts their early years, the challenges they faced, including a devastating fire in their town, and the life lessons they learned. She emphasizes the importance of teamwork within a marriage, especially in first responder families, and her passion for creating a supportive community. Kristi invites listeners to join her in sharing stories, tackling challenges, and building a tight-knit, supportive network for partners of first responders.
00:00 Welcome to Just a Girl and Her Firefighter
00:59 Meet Your Host: Kristi Hilmer
01:35 A Love Story: From High School to Marriage
03:16 Navigating Early Marriage and Careers
05:51 Facing Unexpected Challenges
06:49 The Devastating Wildfire Experience
07:39 Lessons Learned and New Beginnings
13:46 Building a Community for First Responder Families
15:15 Creating a Supportive Network
17:33 Conclusion and Community Invitation
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