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| POLICE THOUGHTS & POEMS |
| April |
My Brother Although I never met him, I knew him. He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference. He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent. He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country. He was a cop. Although I never met him, I knew him. He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm. He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary. He was competent, trained, and professional. He was a cop. Although I never met him, I knew him. He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became frustrated when true justice became sidetracked. He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he never wavered. He stood by and for his fellow officers. He was a cop. Although I never met him, I knew him. He longed for his family during the long hours. He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart. He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling and prayed they would understand. He was a cop. Although I never met him, I knew him. He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father. He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the people he served. He wanted to do the best job that he could and strive to be the best he could be. He was a good citizen and a good neighbor. He was a cop. Yes, I did know him. He was a cop, he was my brother. -- AUTHOR UNKNOWN A Police Officer's Prayer Lord, I ask for courage~ Courage to face and conquer my own fears ... Courage to take me where others will not go ... I ask strength~ Strength of body to protect others, and strength of spirit to lead others ... I ask for dedication~ Dedication to my job, to do it well, Dedication to my community, to keep it safe ... Give me, Lord, concern for those who trust me, and compassion for those who need me ... And please, Lord, through it all, be at my side ... -- AUTHOR UNKNOWN |
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