Today my oldest son was sworn in as a police officer... (1 Viewer)

[top dog]

Kind of a mixed feeling kind of day. It wasn't enough for him to serve in the army, be in the National Guard... Do a deployment in Iraq... I guess he's always had that need to serve and protect. He was the guy in high school sticking up for the little guy because he didn't like bullies. Watched his graduation ceremony and know that he starts his new career in the worst district in Cleveland. His choice. I'm proud of him, but at the same time wishing he'd wanted to be a fireman his whole life instead of a peace officer.

 

[ChiefD]

Congrats. It sounds like you’ve raised a good man. Tell him thanks.

 

[Dezbelief]

Good luck brother, your worrying days will never be through with him. Good luck to your son, it's a thankless job.

Policeman - By. Paul Harvey (Tribute to our Police Officers)

Paul Harvey (1918-2009) was a radio broadcaster for the ABC Radio Networks. He gave the "Policeman" speech on talk radio nearly 40 years ago and it is known ...

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[simey]

He sounds like a great fit for law enforcement. I hope he has a rewarding and safe career as an officer.

 

[krista4]

Tell him thanks.

it's a thankless job.

Seriously, congrats to you and your son. It's great to see solid young folks going into the profession for the right reasons.

Did I just say "solid young folks"? God, I'm old.

 

[jhib]

Congrats to both of you!
And tell him thanks from a guy who would never have had the guts to do any of those things he's done.
(ok, I stuck up for the little guy here and there in high school, but that was apparently my limit lol)

 

[Galileo]

Kind of a mixed feeling kind of day. It wasn't enough for him to serve in the army, be in the National Guard... Do a deployment in Iraq... I guess he's always had that need to serve and protect. He was the guy in high school sticking up for the little guy because he didn't like bullies. Watched his graduation ceremony and know that he starts his new career in the worst district in Cleveland. His choice. I'm proud of him, but at the same time wishing he'd wanted to be a fireman his whole life instead of a peace officer.

There's a few areas that could compete for this title...I'll guess district 3. I wish him, and you well.

 

[Runkle]

Lord knows we need more good people doing that job. Wish him the best, and I hope he finds it rewarding.

 

[Beef Ravioli Part 2]

From a fellow Clevelander (currently living out of state), congrats! I know it’s often a thankless job but there are those out there who are grateful for the good ones who are willing to serve in this fashion! Prayers for your son!

I have a couple of high school buddies (graduated in 89) who are with CPD.

 

[Kanil]

Such a tough job right out (even tougher than in the past). Good luck to your son staying safe!

 

[Sunshine6854]

Please tell your son thanks from the Board!

 

[top dog]

\Kind of a mixed feeling kind of day. It wasn't enough for him to serve in the army, be in the National Guard... Do a deployment in Iraq... I guess he's always had that need to serve and protect. He was the guy in high school sticking up for the little guy because he didn't like bullies. Watched his graduation ceremony and know that he starts his new career in the worst district in Cleveland. His choice. I'm proud of him, but at the same time wishing he'd wanted to be a fireman his whole life instead of a peace officer.

There's a few areas that could compete for this title...I'll guess district 3. I wish him, and you well.

Since you seem to know the area, my wife is in property management and handles properties in both 3 and 4. She is even more insane than my son.

 

[top dog]

He was in Iraq when Iran lobbed the missiles on our bases. It wasn't until very late in the early morning that his wife heard from him and that he was fine. That was a rough night of holding our breath not knowing what had happened. Now anytime there is an officer involved shooting (either way) we will have to have that same fear. I am very proud of who he has become, but it does kind of suck that he didn't want to be an accountant.

 

[Joe Bryant]

Thank you for sharing. And thank him for serving in a challenging job.

 

[Joe Bryant]

Good luck brother, your worrying days will never be through with him. Good luck to your son, it's a thankless job.

Policeman - By. Paul Harvey (Tribute to our Police Officers)

Paul Harvey (1918-2009) was a radio broadcaster for the ABC Radio Networks. He gave the "Policeman" speech on talk radio nearly 40 years ago and it is known ...

youtu.be

Thank you for sharing that from Paul Harvey. I'd never heard it before.

 

[top dog]

Thanks everyone for the support! He's settling in fine so far. On his second day on the job he ended up at where his mom and wife were working for the day. Loose pit bull or some type of animal call. Was kind of funny when he showed up and his wife was like "I'm not used to seeing you in a uniform that isn't camo."