What exactly is a hero? The definition from the dictionary defines it as being the chief male character in a book, play, or movie, who is typically identified with good qualities. Well this definition is true in some aspects; life unfortunately is not a book, a play, or a movie for that matter, "but one who is typically identified with good qualities", that’s the true meaning of what a hero is. But when was the last time you took the opportunity, to truly thank someone for a job they have selflessly done, that had a positive impact on you or perhaps did not. It is hard for me to remember as well, So in looking around at the city of Boise, the city I have grown up in, I wanted to shed light and bring awareness to those I personally feel don’t get enough recognition and who I feel are true heroes. Those would be the men and women who accompany every ambulance that gets called out, the ones responsible for getting all those stubborn cats out of the trees, and those who at a moment’s notice are there to protect us and our homes when any fire threatens to endanger them. The men and women I am speaking of are the brave fire fighters of the city of Boise. Unfortunately their job is not an easy one, not the typical 9 to 5 and over the years 14 brave souls have lost their lives in the line of duty. So in their respective honor on August 17th, 2008 the Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial was erected in Riverside Park along the Boise River. I myself have visited the memorial a few times and have been taken back at what I have witnessed, a bronze statue of three fire fighters one who has fallen, honestly does a great job of showing the camaraderie and brotherhood fire fighters develop. Accompanying the Bronze art are two marble slabs bearing the words of the "Fireman Prayer" and the "The last alarm" both of which are very moving. So for those who run the greenbelt or are simply looking to check out a great piece of Boise art and history I highly recommend the Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial, simply for entertainment and an opportunity to say thanks.

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