Father's Day is right around the corner-it's this Sunday, June 19th! There's a bunch of cute ideas all over Pinterest and the internet with free printables and crafts for your officer. Some of my favorites are over at Police Kids Books! This printable is easily customizable with your little's handprint. Just print the PDF, mentally … Continue reading easy father’s day craft
Each night as I send my officer off to work, I pray something very similar to this. I pray for his safety, of course, but also for wisdom and discernment-that he will be able to make the right hard choices during his shift. I pray for covering of not only his physical safety but also … Continue reading a powerful prayer for your officer
We’re all quick to throw around judgements and opinions, but a lot of us don’t really know what wearing a pair of duty boots is like. To be honest, I don’t either, because I don’t wear them-but I’m married to them. And over the years I’ve gotten a glimpse at what blue life can really … Continue reading we wish you knew
I’ve heard a lot of talk about HR 1280 (The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act) and a lot of you have reached out to hear my opinion on things. Here’s my explanation and thoughts. Please keep in mind I am not an attorney or politician-this is simply the best I have interpreted things. Also, … Continue reading hr 1280-what it means to me and my family
Last night I was cleaning up the kitchen after dinner when my officer came downstairs, almost ready to leave for work. He handed me his badge with a mourning band pulled over it and asked “can you help me with this?” I pinned it on his uniform with steady hands, gave him a kiss, said … Continue reading the shattering and swelling of my blue heart
I would say Happy Sunday, but it doesn't feel too happy, does it? I know I'm not alone when I say that I've been struggling lately. There's so much darkness out there right now, and so much division-but that is not what this post is about. I’ve seen a lot of posts comparing our black … Continue reading i believe in the good
“So what’s it like being a police wife?” There’s probably quite a few occupations that people ask about that you try to explain but don’t really get until you’re in it. Although it doesn’t pay a salary, being a police wife has proven to be a job all on it’s own. And just like other … Continue reading so what’s it like being a police wife?
If you're looking for an easy and yummy treat to send to the station, look no further! I whipped these little guys up in less than an hour and less than $15. One of my all time favorite treats to make and munch on-ever since middle school-is puppy chow! Also called muddy buddies, or chocolate … Continue reading easy valentine treat bags {and a free printable}
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (LEAD) is right around the corner! If you're thinking "wait...we just had that" I'm with you! But then I realized I was thinking of Thank a Police Officer Day, which is in the end of September. I wrote a post with a few simple ideas that would also be applicable for … Continue reading law enforcement appreciation day {a simple printable prayer}
The holidays are right around the corner! As blue families our holiday season often looks a lot different than others-and that's okay. It just requires a lot of flexibility and grace! Rebecca over at Proud Police Wife just launched a "Holidays with a Hero" pack that has 16 printable pages to help your first responder … Continue reading tips for a special BLUE christmas + a peek inside holidays with a hero
