Don´t ever worry about speaking your mind, or sharing your opinion-it might one day save your life....

Just because other people have a different opinion does not make them your "enemy".
Sharing your opinion does not make anyone your "friend".

I learnt most from "grumpy" instructors or examiners-because they simply KNEW their stuff, while others were trying to cover their own inaccuracies with humor or a "friendly" appearance.....

If there is one thing i appreciate about this forum, than it is that people here-no matter how "grumpy" they may sound over their keyboards-are always willing to share their knowledge and point you in the right direction....

I have not found any other forum on the internet yet that is anything like this one...

Surely there is no arguing that this is a lovely lass, gifted as well with the courage and skill to perform in the very unpredictable fire fighting envoronment.
We should all celebrate her achievement.
Grumps are welcome to step outside, because one like her will inspire 100 new entrants, whereas no grump ever inspires anything.