h/t Mary Hatch.
There are some stories that truly speak to the heart and retired Ohio State Trooper Bob Welsh’s touching poem, “My Christmas Eve”, is certainly one of them. With his permission, we had the honor of recreating his poem (original can be found here- https://chp.click/bobwelsh). Mr. Welsh’s poem represents our mission to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security to those we serve. This is something which is truly shared by every member of public service, no matter the patch, badge, uniform, or job description. The opportunity to serve the people of California is the greatest of gifts and this poem is a great reminder to us all that even the smallest gesture or action can have a positive impact on those around us.
The underlying message of this poem brings to light how impaired driving can impact not only your life, but the lives of those who love you. We urge you to never drive impaired. Please have a plan in place to get home safely before you celebrate this holiday season.
Thank you, Mary Hatch, for sending that on. And MJA, and BFH, and all of IOTW.
G-d Bless.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas to everyone.
Beautiful. Sending it to my father in law, a retired sheriff and fireman. 👮♂️
I hope that’s a true story. Merry Christmas everyone!
@MJA thanks for posting. I found this commercial so heart felt and a warm nice message and wanted to share this Christmas Eve. Things are still strained with wear a mask, get a vaccine. My family tonight argued with Ghost and how we think. NO one is going to destroy our peace!!
Say your prayers everyday!
God Bless us all!
Happy Birthday Jesus – Merry Christmas to all!!!
That brought back a flood of memories, good and bad, from my time as a police officer. I would do it all again.
Merry Christmas everyone.
Touched my heart
💝
That’s a very touching message.
If everyone would do just one good thing for someone else every day the world would be a much better place.
Merry Christmas everyone!
Merry Christmas. I’ll go back to my onions now.
That was the finest gift this Christmas.
Thank you Mary,
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas to all y’all
not sure if this story is true but it will warm your heart … make sure you have some kleenex 🙂
https://zenoch.org/mormon-stuff/favorite-stories/christmas-stories/big-wheel-truckstop/
Thank you Mary. God Bless you and your hubby and boys. And Merry Christmas one and all!!!
cw
Oof, dusty in here
Darned allergies.
I’ve had to make that door knock multiple times…one time is too many. My eyes will be red the rest of the day😢
Hey Chuck!
Merry Christmas to YOU too and B.
And to ALL here at IOTW, far and wide. And to MJA, BFH, DR T and C especially, for keeping the club going.
Beautiful.