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DennisW:I would not want to do what Gary and other PSDs do. I am however, forever grateful and respectful of their work and am happy there are those that can and care enough to do this kind of work. Could I do it? Probably could, but it would not be my first choice as a profession.
There's nothing wrong with your first post.Saipanman:Please don't infer from my above post that I have anything other than respect and admiration for the PSD's of the world.
Its just that I guess the rest of us (at least I, for one) think of saving drowning kids and placing them into the arms of grateful parents when I hear or see the phrase "public safety diver." Regardless of the pay (and yes, I would imagine they're all underpaid), who wouldn't want a job like that, right?
Prior to Scubaboard in general, and Garys posts in particular, I never would have imagined having to dive in crap (figuratively, and literally) or hand searching in muck for bone fragments. Seems like it would suck the fun outta diving.
DennisW:Saipanman,
As Gary said, there was nothing wrong with your post. If my reply implied that I thought you didn't respect the work that PSD divers do, then I apologize. I just made a statement that reflected my thoughts and feelings for these great guys that bring back loved ones for people so they can move on with their lives. It's normally a thankless job that, as Gary says, can take a tremendously large toll on those that choose that profession. Some can continue, as Gary has, some can't. I surely appreciate thier sacrifices and dedication to duty. I am sure you do as well.