I am one of the firefighters who served at Ground Zero and because of my illnesses on site and by God’s grace, I dedicated my life to the charity I started as a tribute to my loved ones lost, Gear Up Foundation. Along with my angel from God, Monica, my wife we greet every day with a smile and love. We both love our pets and I thought you would enjoy this cute picture of our little one, Sparkles. I am the proud father of a serving US Marine who is my pride and joy. He joined after my Ground Zero service. God bless you and yours always. We listen to you each and every day…..

Vinny from NY