Milwaukee Fire Department Engine 27

Milwaukee Fire Department Engine 27
Milwaukee Fire Department Engine 27

I had a nice conversation with the fine folks of Station 27 from the Milwaukee Fire Department today at a neighborhood block party.  They were showing off Engine 27 and giving kids of all ages a chance to see a real fire truck up close and personal.  My 2 1/2 year old son was enthralled.  And I’ll admit, I was too!  It’s hard not to like a panel like this full of gauges, knobs, nozzles and buttons.  Not to mention the flashing lights and all of the brushed metal and chrome.  Standing next to one of these makes this 48 year old feel like a kid again – just like my son, full of awe and wonder.

To the Milwaukee Fire Department and firefighters across the country, thank you for your service.

Day 346 of my 365 photo a day project.

Milwaukee Fire Department Engine 27
Milwaukee Fire Department Engine 27

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By Scott Norris

Emotion. Mood. Feelings. This is what I capture through my photographs. Whether it is landscapes, architectural elements, still life, or macros - it is a very personal journey as my own fears, triumphs, beliefs, and shortcomings are exposed with each photo. In the end, it is all about telling compelling stories.