"Another officer shot". "Another officer critically injured". It's happening over and over and more frequently. The news and politicians want you to think "things are getting better" but they just aren't. You don't see these officers getting hurt or killed making many news headlines, do you? It's been bad and it's not ending. Law enforcement officers are literally being targeted and most of the nation is silent. Don't tell me the war on cops isn't real- it very much is. And law enforcement families are TIRED of it. What is it going to take for this to end? Have law Click for more
Gift Ideas For the Police Wife/Girlfriend
Need gift ideas for the police wife or police girlfriend in your life? Here are some popular police-related items plus some practical items for navigating shift work. Some links below are from police wife owned shops or police supportive brands, so be sure to check out the discount codes they are offering. Here are Gift Ideas for the Police Wife/Girlfriend: Proud Police Wife: 90 Devotions for Women Behind the Badge- I wrote this devotional for any police wife or girlfriend needing encouragement. The Peacemaker's Wife: A Journal for Reflection and Encouragement for Police Click for more
Practical Gift Ideas for Police Officer Coworkers
Coworkers may be the hardest group of people to buy for. I know that there is not always room in the budget to buy for coworkers, but I also know that police officers spend a lot of time with their zone partners or fellow officers on the job. So being able to give them a nice, practical gift that they can use once per year will mean a lot if it is in your budget. Whether you are buying for one or multiple police officer coworkers, this list should help you find a good, tactical gift idea. Gift Ideas for Police Officer Coworkers OLight Rechargeable Flashlight- any police officer Click for more
Stocking Stuffer Gift Guide for First Responders
I don't know why, but I seem to get the most stumped on buying stocking stuffers for adults. I can come up with ideas easily for my kids, but find it harder for family members and my husband. So I always appreciate a good stocking stuffer guide. This guide is full of practical gift items as well as a few funny ones for first responders thrown in there, too. Stocking Stuffer Gift Guide for First Responders Arrest My Vest mini spray- this is the BEST spray for eliminating odor on tactical gear, vests, equipment and more. Water Bottle Hooks for the Car- great for the patrol Click for more
Holiday Gift Guide for Law Enforcement Children
If the kiddos you are shopping for are like mine, then they love anything police-related! From toys to pjs to books and baby items, we jam-packed this holiday gift guide for law enforcement children. We may have even included a few firefighter recommendations, too. Ha! Many items are from police-wife owned small shops or made/created by fellow police wives in our community. Plus, Amazon deals that ship easily! Gift Guide for Law Enforcement Children: Police Croc Charms Police Croc Charms #2 Police Badge and Cuffs Daddy is My Hero Toddler Tee from Emory Click for more
Law Enforcement Gift Ideas Under $25
I am in the Amazon Associates program and will earn a commission if you purchase anything through my link. Whether you need law enforcement gift ideas for the holidays, an academy graduation, or retirement, I wanted you to have a list of ideas that were AFFORDABLE. I know how expensive things are right now but that doesn't mean you can't find a nice gift that is affordable. The gift ideas I am recommending are from a variety of places including police-owned shops, police-spouse owned shops, police-supportive small businesses and Amazon. Law Enforcement Gift Ideas for Under Click for more
Travel Deals for Law Enforcement Families
This post is brought to you by Heroes Travel. All opinions and words are honest and my own. If you are a law enforcement officer or family, then I don't have to tell you twice that police officers experience high levels of stress and negativity on a regular basis. It is not only healthy to take regular breaks away from the job, it is recommended. Law enforcement officers are susceptible to burnout and one way to avoid this burnout is to take vacations reguarly. And if you are spouse reading this, then you can even let the officer in your life know that there is actual research Click for more
How to thank a police officer (with a FREE police printable)
Thank you to Thin Blue Line USA for sponsoring this post. All opinions and work are my own. Showing appreciation toward law enforcement is needed now more than ever. And taking the time to thank a police officer doesn't have to be big or grand, a simple thank you goes a long way. Obviously, I show a ton of love and admiration to my husband in law enforcement all of the time, but there are certain times of the year that I want to extend my gratitude for other officer's, as well. Our officer's need constant, daily reminders that we support them. We need to flood them with praise, Click for more
3 Things a Police Officer Needs from His/Her Spouse
When my husband went into law enforcement a number of years ago I was honestly a bit naive as to what the job would be like for him and for our relationship. There is no blueprint on how to navigate being married to a police officer or what a police officer needs. It took a lot of time, conversation and understanding on both of our parts to navigate this lifestyle a bit easier. It has been shown that relational wellness is one of the greatest sources of resiliency for first responders. When first responder couples have effective communication and empathy, it can positively impact the Click for more
Easy holiday meals for when your officer is working
There is nothing more difficult than planning for meals around the holidays when your officer is working. Are you supposed to make a meal and keep it warm? Do you pack meals for your officer to take? Do you wait to eat until after he is home? Or before? Cook just for you? Truly, the possibilities are endless (and sometimes exhausting). All of our specific situations are different. So I tried to find the best AND most simple recipes so we don't go insane while cooking during the holidays! These recipes double for both Thanksgiving and Christmas! Recipes/meals that will make holiday Click for more