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Tag Archives: law enforcement
Inane Wisdom?
The image to the left is a bit of “wisdom” making its way around social media. As with many such posts, it is intended to be a pithy way of making a point. In my mind, a similar-sounding word might … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Law Enforcement, Politics, Self Protection, Uncategorized
Tagged firearms, gun confiscation, guns, law enforcement, mass shootings, Politics
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Of Strength and Weakness
When someone suggests, “Write about something that makes you feel strong,” what would come to your mind. In my mind, the questions began. Physically strong? Mentally strong? Emotionally strong? Please give me a little help here. What do you mean … Continue reading
Posted in Ethics, Higher Education, Police, Uncategorized
Tagged campus cops, handling complaints, law enforcement, police officers, professionalism
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Of Comfort Zones and Old Friends
Today I have been challenged to write about the last time I left my comfort zone. When I say challenged I must admit I would not have expressed my first thought in polite company. With a background such as mine, … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, family, Higher Education, Law Enforcement, Police, Uncategorized
Tagged Bloganuary, law enforcement, memories, police, society
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Of Heroes and Unicorns
How would you respond if someone asked, “Who is your hero?” When the question was posed to me, my first thought was, I don’t have one. Then my analyzer side kicked in, and I wondered why that was the case. … Continue reading
Posted in family, Family Vaules, Law Enforcement, National Defense, Patriotism, Police, Politics, Uncategorized, Veterans, Vietnam
Tagged heroes, law enforcement, memories, Politics, purple heart, sacrifice, Vietnam
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The World As We Knew It: Untold Stories
For many, September 11, 2001 was the end of the world as they knew it. Suddenly, the entire country faced the reality babyboomers knew since grade school. Some parts of the world hate the United States. Admittedly, it was unsettling … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, family, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Patriotism, Uncategorized
Tagged anger and fear., law enforcement, terrorists, World Trade Center
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Of Life and Limb
An online dialogue between some old cops reminded this old cop of an incident from the early days of my law enforcement career. This particular episode of my time in the field was dangerous, amusing, and are-you-kidding-me all in one … Continue reading
Posted in Commitment, Ethics, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Morality, Police
Tagged bravery, compassion, illegal immigrants, law enforcement, memories, police, rescues
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Of Peacemakers and Padres
A bit over a year ago, Engage Your Brain was published on An Old Sinner’s Place. It was my response to someone injecting their understanding of theology into a discussion unnecessarily. Not only was the comment unnecessary, but it was, … Continue reading
Once Upon a Time . . . special deputy
Writing “Once Upon a Time . . . the news” reminded me of something only other old cops might fully appreciate. Still, I thought it might be fun to share, as it highlights a tiny bit of Fort Worth history … Continue reading
Posted in family, Law Enforcement, Old Fort Worth, Police
Tagged family, law enforcement, memories, Politics
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Of Cops and Push-ups
Social media posts and news stories about police officers are a dime a dozen these days. They range from stories and comments about alleged police misconduct to feel good stories about cops saving the day or making someone’s day. Regardless … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Law Enforcement, Police, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged law enforcement, police, police discretion, Politics, street justice
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Badge Heavy
Badge heavy was not a complimentary term when OneOldCop worked the streets. It normally meant an officer who was carried away with the power behind the badge, using it inappropriately. That is not the way the term is being used … Continue reading
Posted in Commitment, Law Enforcement, Police
Tagged alcoholism, cancer, family, heart disease, law enforcement, police, Stress
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