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Bad Guys Beware….He’s Baaaack….
Last night was Hondo’s first shift back to work.
I was a little giddy as I went through my regular pre-night-shift-routine during the day and I’m sure Hondo picked up on the anticipation – he was shadow at my heel, his tail was in a constant slow wag, and he kept waiting at the front door with a “Come one! What are [...]
When the Boys Get Compromised
My muse has never been one to flee in times of conflict, adversity or uncertaintainty so it’s obvious the stress of the last couple of weeks has been a bit much. Today I decided ‘no more’ and demanded my muse make a reappearance. Thankfully she obliged and we were able to settle on a story that registers high in [...]
Game Face
One aspect of this job that often comes as a surprise to the family and loved ones of police officers is the change that overcomes their officers in the hours leading up to the start of shift. No, the officers do not go through a science fiction style metamorphosis; instead officers likely exhibit subtle and sometimes not [...]
Questions to Ask Yourself as a Police Hopeful
I recently had a conversation with a colleague of mine about what we should communicate to people considering a career in law enforcement.
My colleague, who helps with recruit training, said the following question should be asked of all police hopefuls:
“Why do you want to be a police officer?”
Most will give the appropriate answer of wanting to [...]
It’s all about Mind Set
Policing, for all it’s excitement and Hollywood appeal, is one that requires you to be on your game at all times. You have to be physically and mentally prepared to do the job.
You have to remember even the biggest, toughest cop has limitations – you just have to be aware of what your own limitations [...]
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