Over the past few months I haven't blogged much, really consider not doing it at all. I only have one follower (Thanks to her) but this isn't just for others. This is a way for me to remember what I will probably forget in about a week.
I started the new job with Longview, and I love it. I dont just love it, I LOVE it. I have come to realize that it isn't always about a victim with a face, but there are people out there that I am trying to prevent from being victims. I don't have some fancy or poetic words to describe what goes on at 2:00 a.m. but I can tell you this, like momma always said that whatever goes on after 11:00 p.m.....it isn't good. LOL
I dont know if people think about how close they come on a day to day basis of being a victim. You hope that guy that is walking down the road isn't drunk and about to walk infront of an elderly lady who will never forgive herself for not being able to stop. You hope that the driver of the other vehicle coming towards you at 50 mph in the other lane isn't a drunk. You dont think that the man next door would beat his wife. You see the kids on the playground but dont realize that they are planning to break into your house after school.
I know that I have seen some really great people doing an even greater job at what they do. I have not seen anything that these folks take lightly. Sure we all have our pet peeves I guess, but I never imagined that people would go so far to protect people they hope to never meet. I am so glad that I am being trained to work with the finest.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Officially Official
So, Tuesday, I became an official sworn police officer for the City of Longview. 1-11-11 is my commission date with them. Shouldn't have a problem remembering that! I got an awesome new shiny badge and a stomach full of knots!
My parents and Clint were there. I am sure throughout my lifetime, my parents wondered where or what I was going to do, especially when I was younger. I had no direction for a few years and then BAM! Next thing I know, they are crying at every turn, not because I dissapointed them :) I love making my parents proud because that is the only way I know to repay them for the AWESOME raising they gave me and my sister.
Clint pinned me again like academy graduation. If it wasn't for his patience, loving, caring, SUPPORTIVE nature, I couldn't have done this, or atleast not been able to keep my sanity. He is exactly what I need because he keeps me grounded as I pursue my dreams. I could never thank him enough.
Two of my other favorite people were there Cory Hoover and John Smith (shout out!) They are my out of family support system. (OFSS) ha ha ha haa......
Constable John Smith was my sponsor through the academy and I am PROUD to say it. He is truly a hero and does amazing things for the people inside and outside of his precinct. John has a heart as big as Texas and isn't afraid to put it on the line to make sure we stay safe. I love hearing his stories of the past.....John has the BEST team working with him as well. His whole office are the neatest folks I have met.
Cory introduced me to John when I was trying to figure my way blindly through the academy registration process. Cory has a passion like no one I have ever seen....if you need someone caught, tell Cory! Cory will not let anyone get away and usually finds them in record time! If you really want to cause some bad news for those criminals.....John and Cory combined is a power house of law enforcement that will leave the criminals spining in their socks.
Sadly, there were many people there that I would have loved to have attend. I just knew it wouldnt last very long and did not want to make people feel like they were obligated to attend just because they were invited and they live VERY busy lives. I have plenty of pictures, so if you would like to see them let me know. I cannot post them due to L.P.D policy :)
My parents and Clint were there. I am sure throughout my lifetime, my parents wondered where or what I was going to do, especially when I was younger. I had no direction for a few years and then BAM! Next thing I know, they are crying at every turn, not because I dissapointed them :) I love making my parents proud because that is the only way I know to repay them for the AWESOME raising they gave me and my sister.
Clint pinned me again like academy graduation. If it wasn't for his patience, loving, caring, SUPPORTIVE nature, I couldn't have done this, or atleast not been able to keep my sanity. He is exactly what I need because he keeps me grounded as I pursue my dreams. I could never thank him enough.
Two of my other favorite people were there Cory Hoover and John Smith (shout out!) They are my out of family support system. (OFSS) ha ha ha haa......
Constable John Smith was my sponsor through the academy and I am PROUD to say it. He is truly a hero and does amazing things for the people inside and outside of his precinct. John has a heart as big as Texas and isn't afraid to put it on the line to make sure we stay safe. I love hearing his stories of the past.....John has the BEST team working with him as well. His whole office are the neatest folks I have met.
Cory introduced me to John when I was trying to figure my way blindly through the academy registration process. Cory has a passion like no one I have ever seen....if you need someone caught, tell Cory! Cory will not let anyone get away and usually finds them in record time! If you really want to cause some bad news for those criminals.....John and Cory combined is a power house of law enforcement that will leave the criminals spining in their socks.
Sadly, there were many people there that I would have loved to have attend. I just knew it wouldnt last very long and did not want to make people feel like they were obligated to attend just because they were invited and they live VERY busy lives. I have plenty of pictures, so if you would like to see them let me know. I cannot post them due to L.P.D policy :)
Thursday, January 6, 2011
What a whirl wind!
So, I started my first week at Longview P.D. and I had a lot of computer information thrown my way, but the second week, I had actual punches thrown my way! We started this week learning the S.P.E.A.R defense tactics and man, 8 hours of that was all I wanted. I loved it, but it was a complete workout. Today, we started working with a tool called the OPN which is the code word for nunchucks.
I never thought I would carry that, but man is that a cool tool! Anyway, I dont really know how my two little stick arms are going to hold up to the pinching, twisting, wrapping, pressure of the next 8 hours, but it cannot pass soon enough.
I realize how much I do not know. I am in with 3 other (5 if you count the instructors) experienced officers, which is fine because I am learning from them. It is sort of weird being on a learning level and taking down your first Sgt. and FTO Coordinator! Overall, it is been great so far and I have learned a lot and getting to know people in my department.
God has and will always be GOOD!
I never thought I would carry that, but man is that a cool tool! Anyway, I dont really know how my two little stick arms are going to hold up to the pinching, twisting, wrapping, pressure of the next 8 hours, but it cannot pass soon enough.
I realize how much I do not know. I am in with 3 other (5 if you count the instructors) experienced officers, which is fine because I am learning from them. It is sort of weird being on a learning level and taking down your first Sgt. and FTO Coordinator! Overall, it is been great so far and I have learned a lot and getting to know people in my department.
God has and will always be GOOD!
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