Wicked Local
Out on a routine call, the fire engine moves slowly though the neighborhood. Bundled up against a blustery breeze in her wheelchair, Abby MacCurtain spots it as is rounds the corner. A big grin spreads across her face. Suddenly, the fire engine lets loose with a shrill shriek from the siren. Abby turns her head and covers her ears – but the broad smile and look of delight are still there.
“Happy birthday, Abby,” come the shouts from friends as the fire truck pulls in front of the glowing girl.
Also beaming, Abby’s mother is about as excited as her daughter. Waving to the vehicles that follow the fire truck, Heidi profusely thanks each carload of well wishers in this drive-by birthday celebration on Sunday.