As a police wife I’m even more aware of the dangers that our world holds. I’m not paranoid, but I am prepared each time I go out. Here are 10 things I keep in mind in order to stay as safe as possible! Be alert. Put your phone down, take in your surroundings, don’t have … Continue reading safety tips for police wives
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easy father’s day craft
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
a powerful prayer for your officer
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
police week 2022
Peace Officer's Memorial Day (and the following Police Week) is coming up quickly-this coming Sunday, May 15! The week that follows POMD is technically Police Week; however, in-person events in DC begin today. If you're in the area, you can find more information and the schedule of events here. If you're not familiar with Peace … Continue reading police week 2022
top 10 verses for trying times [according to fellow LEOWs]
Several weeks ago I put a box in my Instagram Story asking for yalls go-to verses for trying times. There were so many great ones I decided to compile the top 10 for easy access. Save them for a time you need them! I know the world is a dark place right now, and often … Continue reading top 10 verses for trying times [according to fellow LEOWs]
easy diy {blue} christmas garland
A couple of years ago I decided our home office needed a little police Christmas tree! I’ve slowly been gathering ornaments for it (many from fellow LEOW small shops!) and it’s one of my favorite things about our home during the holidays. This year, I decided it needed a little extra somethin’ somethin’ and whipped … Continue reading easy diy {blue} christmas garland
blue small shop christmas gift guide {full of promo codes!}
It's here! Read on to see a list of various LEOW and LEO owned small shops, as well as companies that back the blue. I've tried to shop smaller the past couple of years and put my money in companies and products that I believe in. Bonus: there's a ton of promo codes! Let me … Continue reading blue small shop christmas gift guide {full of promo codes!}
blue life has changed us, and that’s okay
My officer is not the same man I fell in love with, and that’s okay. I’m not the same woman. I know that in law enforcement we hear so many statistics of divorce, broken homes, distant spouses, and struggling families. I know we talk a lot about the hardships that come with blue life. And … Continue reading blue life has changed us, and that’s okay
thank a police officer day 2021 {easy last minute ways to show your appreciation}
Thank A Police Officer Day (TAPO Day) is always observed the 3rd Saturday in September. This year, that falls on September 18th. If you're like me, you're just now realizing that's less than two weeks away. Golly, 2020 and 2021 have been ones for the books, but they still seem to fly by! Or, if … Continue reading thank a police officer day 2021 {easy last minute ways to show your appreciation}
our communities are paying the price
The other day my officer and I were discussing some of the numbers that Officer Parker had shared surrounding rising crime rates in the cities where police have been “defunded”. In Portland, the city nearest us, homicides have risen 800%. No, that’s not a typo-now, in Portland, someone is much more likely to be murdered. … Continue reading our communities are paying the price