With 9/11 less than a month away and all the Engine Stuff I see daily on the internet; I can’t help but think about one of the biggest impacts on my career. Andy Fredrick’s and his original cadre of instructors.

I will also remember getting off the bus at the low income housing 30 minutes from Indy. I spotted Andy immediately and thought about how lucky/fortunate I was to get this opportunity to not only attend FDIC, but have him and his guys teach me about Engine Operations and moving the 2.5″ Line Inside a Garden Apartment. After a Great Day of Flowing Water, He talked to each of us, as if we were his long lost brother. I will alway cherish my white t-shirt and will also regret not asking to have a picture taken with him. I listened on every word he spoke and read every word he put on paper for print. I will also never forget his speech and getting up so early and walking down to