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Law Enforcement Appreciation Day Gift Guide
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (also known as L.E.A.D.) comes around every year on January 9th. It is a day to recognize and support law enforcement officers across the nation. While you never need a special day to say "thank you" to law enforcement, it is nice to have a dedicated day to show appreciation to police officers every year. A simple "thank you" is free and always appreciated by law enforcement, but if you are looking for some great gift ideas, this list can help! National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day Gift Ideas: Tactical Bail Out Bag from LA Police Gear- Click for more
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day- Ways to Show Appreciation and Celebrate
This post is based on a partnership with Oriental Trading. All opinions are honest and my own. National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day is celebrated every year on January 9th in the United States. It is a day for citizens to come together to show thanks, appreciation and support for our nations law enforcement. While you can (and should) show support to law enforcement all the time, it is nice having a dedicated day in which to do so. One of the most common questions I get asked is "how can I show support to law enforcement?" My answer is "it's not hard and doesn't need to be Click for more
Thank a Police Officer- FREE Police Week/ Police Appreciation Printables for Kids
As a mother of three and former Kindergarten teacher, I always love to find ways to include the kids in whatever celebration or event we are having. And that usually involves some sort of craft or kid-friendly activity. Whether it is a police appreciation day throughout the year, during Police Week or just to say thank you these free printables are a great way for kids to get involved, show appreciation towards law enforcement, and maybe spread some cheer to either a parent in law enforcement or first responders in your community. So when I made these for my kids this week, they were Click for more
Gift Ideas for the Police Officer that is Hard to Shop For
This may be my most asked for gift guide for cops. It can be hard to know what to buy for a police officer or what they may need. This guide should help with ideas for that police officer that just feels impossible to shop for. This ideas as good for the holidays or all-year-round. Gift Ideas for The Hard to Buy for Police Officer Thin Brew Line Coffee- absolutely love this great tasting, quality coffee and they support first responders with every bag. I have all 3 of the coffee types below- all are delicious but so far PEACEMAKER is my favorite! USE MY CODE LEOW10 FOR 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 Camo Gloves- these are a closeout deal from LA 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
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 Shieldbox Holiday Stocking Pack- it doesn't get any easier than a premade tactical stocking from Shieldbox. This tactical stocking has $80+ worth of gear for only $49.99 Click for more
National Thank a Police Officer Day is Coming Up. Here is What You Need to Know
This post is sponsored by Arrest My Vest. All opinions are honest and my own. National Thank a Police Officer Day is recognized every year on the third Saturday of September. (Not to be confused with Police Week in May or Law Enforcement Appreciation Day in January). This year National Thank a Police Officer Day is Saturday, September 16th, 2023. While law enforcement needs our support and thanks every day of the year, this is a great day to go the extra mile and let local law enforcement know how much you appreciate them. Below are some ways you can easily say "thank you" and show 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
A list of Police Week events & experiences
This is a sponsored post from Thin Blue Line USA. All work is honest and my own. My husband and I live pretty close to Washington, DC so that means we try to attend National Police Week every year. As a law enforcement family, it is a way for us to pay our respects to fallen officers and their families from the previous year. It is also a time to come together, as blue family, and show one another support and participate in events and experiences police related. Thousands of officers and their families travel from all across the Nation to attend Police Week during the second week in Click for more
Easy & delicious thin blue line cupcakes
My kids lovelovelove to make sweet treats for the officer in our life (okay, maybe I do a little, too). Not only do we enjoy making yummy treats for my husband, we like making them for the officers in his department, too. Why not spread the love? So, of course, it is fun to make any treat into a thin blue line version like thin blue line cupcakes to show support for law enforcement! These cupcakes were super easy to make! I took one box of Devil's Food Cake Mix (Duncan Hines) and prepared it using the box directions for the chocolate part of the cupcake. Next, I took Classic White Click for more
FREE National Police Week Printables
Looking for some absolutely FREE Police Week Printables? I've got you covered. This printable pack includes gift tags, a children's writing sheet, and letter-size printables for your event. National Police Week is a week dedicated to honoring those we lost the previous year in the Line of Duty and is held every year in May. These printables are meant for you to use to honor and remember those we have lost, their families and departments, and show appreciation to those still on the frontlines. This year National Police Week is Sunday, May 11th to Saturday, May 17th, 2025. Click for more
The War on Cops is Real Signed, A Very Tired Law Enforcement Spouse
"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
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
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
Resiliency in Law Enforcement
Today’s interview is brought to you by Officer Privacy. Officer Privacy is the most trusted, law enforcement owned privacy protection company. They remove your personal information from the top 70 people search sites.If you want to take your privacy back and have your identity as a law enforcement officer concealed, reach out to Officer Privacy. Police officers are exposed to trauma on the job regularly. But some officers bring past trauma with them to the job. How do people and police officers find the right tools to become resilient to this trauma? This is a topic that needs to be Click for more
Blue Family Businesses & Why We Support Them
Today’s episode is brought to you by Blue Monarch Co. A female, first responder owned company that offers beautiful, unique jewelry for men and women. You can look at their expansive collection and shop at bluemonarchco.com. My husband and I have always been passionate about supporting first responder owned businesses, especially ones that support police. Not only are they usually small, family owned businesses, but many of them give back to first responder charities. To us, it is also meaningful supporting a company that truly supports what our loved ones do in our communities. They Click for more
Father’s Day Gift Guide for Police Officers + Tactical Guys
This post may contain affiliate links at no additional cost to you. I am part of the Amazon associates program where I earn commission if you make a purchase after clicking my links. Do you get stumped every Father's Day wondering what to give as a gift? This gift guide for police officers and tactical type of guys is full of options that you have probably never heard of. This is a list of items we own and actually have used with the exception of the grilling cutting board. Plus, items are within a variety of budgets. Father's Day Gift Guide for Police Officers + Tactical Click for more
The Benefits of Banking with National Police Credit Union for Police and their Families
This blog post is brought to you by National Police Credit Union, a full-service financial institution specializing in products and services for law enforcement and their families since 1938. You can learn more about becoming a member by going to their website at https://nationalpolicecu.com/ If you are reading this then you are more than likely a police spouse, family member or maybe even an officer yourself. And I think we can agree that law enforcement officers and their families make huge sacrifices daily. Not only that, but police officers take great responsibility to help and Click for more
Life After a Critical Incident and Making Sure Policing Is NOT Your Identity
When you or your loved one experiences a critical incident on the job, it can create more than just physical pain. It can be a time of mental anguish, stress, high emotions, financial burdens and more. Today's episode features former police officer, Kelsey Wilson, who experienced two injuries one year apart. The second injury, sadly, ended her career abruptly with lasting damage to her hand and trigger finger. Kelsey recounts her critical incident, her injuries and what she still endures to this day. She also opens up and shares her struggles mentally with having to leave a Click for more
The Best Real Estate Program that Gives Back to First Responders and Military
This is a sponsored blog post on behalf of Honor the Brave. All opinions are honest and my own. If you are planning on buying or selling your home anytime in the foreseeable future, keep reading! Picture this: you are a first responder or military family, you are buying and/or selling your home, and get money back at the end of your transaction just for your service! That's exactly what co-owner of Honor the Brave, Zanna Wolfgang, shared with us on Episode 41 of podcast. Zanna and her husband Jeff Wolfgang, former police officer, started Honor the Brave several years ago as a way Click for more
Ways to Fuel Your Body for Shift Work & How This Helps Shift Work Families
Can shift workers like cops eat healthy? And what about shift work families who may be on a different schedule than their loved one? Of course they can and today we are talking about ways to fuel your body despite shift work. I can't tell you how many people just think cops eat donuts and drink energy drinks all day. The amount of comments and messages I get from people about this is kinda insane actually. And today on the podcast I talked with Raina, who is a shift work dietitian and she said while it is a stereotype, often in the middle of the night, the only places open for night Click for more
TOP 10 WAYS TO KNOW SHE’S A POLICE WIFE
As a police wife, we don't have a badge. We don't make arrests and drive a cop car. But we are an integral part of the police life. We hold things together when our spouse is too tired. We are the glue behind the lights and sirens at home. We are one of the only constants in this fast pace, overwhelming career. We are friends, wives, counselors, mothers, and so much more. Here are some common things you may be able to relate to as a police wife. Here are the top 10 ways to know she is a police wife: 1. She isn't afraid to spend nights alone. Let's face it, it is going to Click for more
Celebrate National Telecommunicator’s Week
Telecommunicators or dispatchers are truly the unsung heroes of our nation. Telecommunicators may be behind the scenes but they are the calm to the crazy of our world. They are one of the first to talk to victims or those injured, they keep first responders like police or fire informed, all while handling multiple calls at one time with calm in their voice. Honestly, I could not do it! I applaud all of the 9-1-1 dispatchers for their amazing work because they are the GLUE that holds emergencies together. You can applaud them, too! April 9-15th, 2023 is National Public Safety Click for more
Here’s What We Did “Sign Up For” as a Law Enforcement Family
As a law enforcement family, I'm sure you've heard those words: "you signed up for this" in regards to the job. Those words are hurtful, untrue in MANY aspects, lack empathy, and truly show just how misunderstood this job {and the impact it has on officers and families} is. Let me start off by saying this: this "job" is so much more than a job. It is a lifestyle that impacts an officer's life mentally, emotionally and physically and their families lives. The job does not end when an officer clocks off shift. Everything they see and experience stays with them for hours, days, weeks after Click for more
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for Law Enforcement Couples
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Arrest My Vest. All opinions are honest and my own. For law enforcement couples, we may not be able to celebrate Valentine's Day on the actual day. Maybe it is the day before or day after and it may be in a non-conventional way, and that's okay! Celebrating on a different day can be rather nice. You don't have to deal with crazy dinner reservations or wait hours for take out. It's just another day celebrating your love. This is a quick Valentine's Day Gift Guide created with law enforcement couples in mind, from law enforcement related gift ideas Click for more
Real Solutions for Managing Health and Fitness for Law Enforcement
Police officers today face enormous pressure, stress and job related trauma. While they may not be able to control those aspects of the job, what they can control is their health and fitness. Sadly, police officers face alarming health related issues because of this stress. So it is imperative that they take proactive measures to be healthy and fit early on in their career or as soon as they can. Constant drive-thrus, bang energy drinks and binge eating after shift all contribute to future health related issues. In today's episode, former police officer, author, fitness expert, and Click for more
4 Ways to Prepare for Emergencies as a Law Enforcement Family
Today's episode and blog post are brought to you by Pictures on Gold. Pictures on Gold offers high quality jewelry including a police and firefighter collection with badge necklaces, earrings and more. Use code PROUDPOLICEWIFE for $10 off and shop here. We know all too well the dangers that exist in life in general, but those dangers also exist with careers in law enforcement. And I know it can be depressing to think of those dangers. For some you, you may just brush them off and ignore them. I get it. But in reality, it's important to be prepared for any emergencies that can happen Click for more
Transitioning to Retirement for Law Enforcement with Jason Hoschouer
This episode is brought to you by Pictures on Gold. Pictures on Gold offers personalized police and firefighter jewelry like badge necklaces, earrings and more. Use this link to shop and use code PROUDPOLICEWIFE for $10 off. Whether your spouse is ready to retire or is questioning if it is time to leave law enforcement or not, it is important to know what the transition can look like and how to prepare. So in this episode we are talking about tips for transitioning to retirement for law enforcement officers and their families. Joining us in today's podcast Click for more