This is a sponsored post on behalf of The Police Credit Union of California. All opinions are honest and my own. We have been a law enforcement family for over 15 years and never once have we expected discounts or special benefits for my husband's career. However, knowing that there are companies or institutions out there that recognize the sacrifices law enforcement officers (and their families) make and want to provide benefits to them, is more than appreciated. A little thank you goes such a long way and we have definitely gravitated towards companies that show their support to law Click for more
The Best Financial Tips for California Law Enforcement Officers
This is a sponsored post on behalf of The Police Credit Union of California. All opinions are honest and my own. If there is one thing that I know about law enforcement officers (and their spouses) is that they like to be prepared. That preparedness comes in many forms. In your career, at the range, while driving, the safety of your home, the protection of your family, just to name a few. But let's not forget about your finances. Being financially prepared and banking with a financial institution that cares about the same level of preparedness with your money as you do is important. Click for more
The MEGA list of Law Enforcement Discounts
Some of the links in this post are sponsored or affiliate links. *Disclaimer: Companies change their discounts frequently. This post will be updated as soon as we are aware of any changes. I only list discounts for those companies that have such discounts listed on their website(s). I am also not affiliated with any of the companies listed in any way. I am simply sharing discounts offered. I will say that as a law enforcement family, we NEVER expect a discount of any kind. We truly appreciate any discounts or rewards programs that are available and this is a post to share that appreciation Click for more
40+ songs for law enforcement-for every occasion
*I do not own the rights to any of this music* A huge thank you to my fellow police wives that helped me compile this list! I absolutely love listening to music and no matter what my emotion is, music tends to make me feel better. So I am always looking for songs that relate to my situation or my current emotion. I also love playing music on our Amazon Alexa or Echo while I am doing dishes or cooking. As a police wife, I also love to find music with a more "law enforcement song" feel. Some songs are supportive of our first responders, but others are just encouraging or inspiring and 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. As of August 19, 2021, 204 officers have died this year alone. The news and politicians want you to think "things are getting better" but they just aren't. While so many are trying to get back to normal in many respects, law enforcement families are VERY much struggling. Our house is still on fire. It's not like protests ended (just because you didn't see them on the news) and things went "back to normal". They continued to get worse. Law enforcement officers are Click for more
How First Responders Can Keep Vests, Gear and Uniforms Smelling Fresh During Summer Heat
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Arrest My Vest. All opinions are honest and my own. It is no doubt that first responders can have some stinky gear, uniforms, vests and boots. But goodness, the summer heat brings on a new level of stink that can be hard to beat! And the last thing you want is to bring those smells into your car or home. Or worse, never get the smell out and wear the same stinky vest and uniform day after day. Here are some tried and true ways to keep all vests, gear, uniforms and more smelling fresh and clean year round (especially during those hot Click for more
Top Products for Showing Support to Law Enforcement- Check Them Out!
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Blue Line Heroes. All opinions are honest and my own. It's no doubt that law enforcement has had a rough year (okay, maybe even a few years). Whether it is hard calls, long hours, hate from the media and non-supporters, it's not an easy job on officers or their families. And whether you are a family member of an officer, a friend, or a supporter finding little ways to show support to law enforcement or show your pride for the profession can make a huge impact. Here are some products that help you show off your pride or support for the brave men Click for more
How to Build Financial Strength as a First Responder Couple
This post is sponsored by Financial Cop. All opinions are honest and my own. If you are reading this then chances are high that you or your spouse are a first responder. And let's be honest, first responders don't do the job for the money. However, that doesn't mean that you can't build a solid financial future with the money that you do have. Personally, my husband has been in law enforcement for 15 years and I don't want him to have to work in this high-stress job forever. I would much rather we make smart financial choices now so that we can enjoy retirement early and together. If Click for more
Ways to Honor and Remember Fallen Police Officers
National Police Week falls during the week of May 15th every year (the actual dates surrounding the week change every year) but May 15th is always National Peace Officer's Memorial Day. Police Week is a time to honor and remember officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. It is not meant to be a celebratory week but instead to honor and give support. But you also don't need a special week to honor and remember those we have lost- you can do it any day of the year. So how can you honor and remember fallen officers? Any thought goes a long way but here are a few ideas to Click for more
Top Ways to Relieve Neck and Back Pain for First Responders
This post is sponsored by Teeter. All opinions are honest and my own. Many first responders, including my husband, experience neck and back pain from the job. Why? Long shifts, standing for hours on end, sitting in uncomfortable vehicles, heavy duty belts, bulletproof vests... I could go on and on. But these are the top reasons so many first responders experience chronic neck and back pain. Obviously, if the pain is chronic or severe, a doctor should be seen. If no medical conditions are noted, then finding relief in a natural, healthy way is important. With unpredictable shifts Click for more
What You Need to Know About National Police Week This Year
National Police Week is normally held every year in May in Washington, DC. May 15th is designated National Peace Officer's Memorial Day and the dates of National Police Week change slightly but are always during the week of May 15th. Police Week is a time to honor and remember those who lost their lives in the line of duty. As well as, give support to the survivors and law enforcement who currently serve. However, due to restrictions, in-person events can not be held as normally scheduled during May 2021. Instead, all in-person events for National Police Week will be rescheduled to Click for more
3 Ways to be Financially Prepared as a Law Enforcement Couple
This post is sponsored by The Police Credit Union. All opinions are honest and my own. When I think of law enforcement officers one word comes to mind: prepared. They are known for mentally preparing for a situation before it even happens. Police are also physically ready for any situation they may face by either having gear on their person or in their vehicle. They also always have a plan, then they have a back-up plan, in case that first plan fails or an emergency arises. And this need for preparedness isn't just while on duty. The idea of always being ready transfers into many Click for more
The Best Way to Get Rid of Smells from Uniforms & Gear
This is a sponsored post for Arrest My Vest. All opinions are honest and my own. I've talked about ways to get the odor and sweat smell out of vests before but what about those under shirts, uniforms, gear and more? Our officers are working in extreme circumstances, whether that is the heat, the cold, car accidents, or being exposed to bodily fluids, it happens and it happens more often that one may think. So beyond normal washing or dry cleaning, what can you do to really rid uniforms, gear and more from unwanted smells and odors? Tips for Taking Smells out of Uniforms, Click for more
The Perfect Gift Option for the Police Officer That Has It All
This is a sponsored post on behalf of The Shieldbox. All work is honest and my own. If you are looking for a gift option for the police officer in your life look no further. First, raise your hand if your spouse asks for the same thing every year! Me! Me! I get the typical "I don't need anything" or "anything tactical or guns and ammo". Well, those answers usually leave me stumped year after year. So this year I wanted to find a gift that encompasses all things he loves and he would actually use. While there are many law enforcement gift guides out there with great ideas Click for more
3 DIY Thin Blue Crafts and Gifts
Any chance to create an easy DIY project, I am game! Last year I made these thin blue line ornaments but wanted to create something a little different this year. So why not go for 3 new ideas in one blog post? I love creating ornaments especially since my kids aren't bringing any home from school this year now that they are virtual. So below are tutorials for two thin blue line ornaments and one easy gift idea! Let's start with the two ornaments! How to Make Thin Blue Line Scrap Ribbon Ornaments: First, let's gather your materials. Here is what you need: -Sticks from Click for more
Law Enforcement Families are Being Censored on Social Media and We’ve Had Enough
This is a topic I really debated writing about because honestly, I like to keep what I write positive for the law enforcement community. But censorship is happening to the law enforcement community and at a more frequent rate so here we are. I've had enough of it and so has the law enforcement community. If you are on social media accounts regularly like Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and even YouTube and you are a law enforcement family then you may have noticed an uptick in censorship on these platforms, too. This may be on your own account or on accounts you follow. While many can and Click for more
The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Law Enforcement
This is a sponsored post by Arrest My Vest. All work is honest and my own. I love surprising others with gifts especially around the holidays, but I find my husband to be one of the hardest people to buy for. He often needs or asks for gifts that are be work related and I draw a blank. So for this year, I worked with him to compile a comprehensive gift guide that is great for any police officer! So let's dive in! The Ultimate Gifts for Law Enforcement Arrest My Vest Spray This is hands-down the BEST odor eliminating spray ever! We not only use it on my husband's Click for more
Being a Law Enforcement Family During the War on Cops
Do I want a cookie because my husband is a police officer? No. This isn't about me. It is about our entire law enforcement community. Every child of a police officer, every mother, every father, every spouse, every sister or brother, and the entire brotherhood of cops around America. This is about the war on cops. To some that don't know law enforcement personally or can't see past the false narrative driven by the media, it may seem like this war doesn't exist. But it absolutely does and this war isn't exactly new either. It is just getting worse. What It is Like Being a Law Click for more
Non-Profits that Serve the Law Enforcement Community
Giving back to the law enforcement community is near and dear to my heart. There is a long list of non-profits that work hard to give back to our community that many don't know about. So whether you are in a position to give back and donate to one of these non-profits or you are a law enforcement family and need services or help from a police non-profit, I hope you find this list helpful. Non-Profits that Serve the Law Enforcement Community FRBA-First Responder Benefit Association Chris Kyle Frog Foundation- CKFF Under the Shield Foundation HIGHLY recommend the Click for more
Brands & Companies that Show Support to Law Enforcement
Disclaimer: At the time of publication of this post, the websites listed in this article expressed support or discounts to law enforcement/first responders on their websites. We are not responsible if their views, discounts or website wording changes. There is no better time than now to compile a list of brands and companies that show support for law enforcement. Also, be sure to check back often as we add and update this post when we hear of more law enforcement supportive companies. Law enforcement families love supporting brands and businesses that support us and many of you have Click for more
10 Assumptions People Need to STOP Making About Law Enforcement Officers
Many people have polarizing views about law enforcement that seem to change at the drop of a hat. A few months ago, law enforcement and all essential workers were held on a high pedestal for all they did during COVID-19. Now we see a complete shift and law enforcement feels like one of the most hated professions out there. With that have come nasty assumptions about law enforcement officers as a whole that are simply NOT TRUE. While some of these assumptions we have always heard, there are others that we are hearing LOUDER and MORE OFTEN than ever before. Lately, I feel like a Click for more
How to be supportive during a crisis as a law enforcement spouse
Sadly, as a spouse of a law enforcement officer, we are going to see our spouses/partners experience many difficult situations throughout their career. Whether that is a hard call, an OIS (officer involved shooting), difficulties within a department, or major incidents that make national headlines. All of these are difficult in their own way and they can be even harder to navigate as individuals, law enforcement couples and as a blue community. Whatever the case may be, you may need support as a spouse/partner AND want to know ways to support your officer during a time of need. Please Click for more
Debunking divorce rates in police marriages
This is a post that has been in my draft folder for months. It is one I should have written sooner- way sooner. Divorce rates among law enforcement marriage is a topic that our community hears about all the time. Nearly every week when I scroll Facebook or in a closed group for law enforcement wives, I see posts starting with "given the high divorce rate for law enforcement.....". Or I receive DMs on social media from police girlfriends/fiancés about how to prepare their relationship given the "current statistics". These posts break my heart every. single. time. Why? Because the 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
Here’s how this retreat center is using wellness practices to train combat veterans and first responders
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Boulder Crest Retreat. All opinions are honest and my own. The need for support for combat veterans and first responders is growing immensely. They experience events that many of us don't see in a lifetime. The world often sees the events and trauma that first responders and military members experience as "part of the job". But these service members are just like you and me. They are people, friends, neighbors. They have emotions; they have faced difficult experiences, and those experiences build up over time leaving these men and women looking for Click for more
Easy ways to boost energy for police officers
This post is sponsored by Millecor. All opinions are honest and my own. As police wives we hear it all the time- our officers are tired. Long hours, shift changes/rotations, crazy calls, night shift- the list goes on and on. Coupled with the fact that it is winter and we have reduced day light, it is hard for our officers to have the energy they need while on shift. As a wife, the last thing I want is for my spouse to go to work tired, stressed with low energy. And I am always asked about ways to boost energy for police officers that's realistic. Here are some sure fire, healthy ways Click for more
3 ways to pray for your officer this Christmas
The holidays can really be a difficult time for so many first responders. While it is a joyous time of year for so many other people, law enforcement are unfortunately seeing the sad and bad sides of people. When they come home after a long shift, of course we want them to make holiday memories with us and participate in holiday events, especially if we have little ones. As a law enforcement family, it can be easy to forget that our officers still need that time to decompress. They may be struggling on the inside but not wanting to share in order to keep the joy of Christmas alive. And Click for more
15 gifts to buy off Amazon for shift workers
I always put out articles on deals for Amazon Prime Day and around the holidays from Amazon, but so many of you asked for a post to revisit gifts for shift workers all year long. So the wait is over! Oh by the way, as a police spouse, I may be biased, but I highly recommend my newest journal for YOU (the spouse), The Peacemaker's Wife. It is a collection of journal prompts that relate to police wife life and give you encouragement while helping you reflect. You will absolutely love it! Don't believe me? Check out the reviews here. Great gifts for shift workers for any time of the Click for more
The perfect personalized gift for law enforcement that won’t break the bank
This post is sponsored by Canvas Freaks. All opinions are honest and my own. Whether it is for birthdays, the holidays, or just because, I LOVE giving a personalized gift. It just shows that you put a little more thought and care into the gift you have given, don't you think? And I have to brag a little because my husband is a great gift giver. He always seems to surprise me or come up with a present that he knows I will love. On the other hand, I feel like it takes me foreverrrrr to find the best gift for my husband. And surprising him? Well, that is even harder. Maybe this is a law Click for more
12 questions to ask your officer other than “how was your day?”
Sometimes it can be so easy to fall into a routine of asking "How was your day?" when your spouse first gets home or you talk on the phone. Believe me, I do it, too. But when our officers experience so much just during one shift, that can feel like a loaded question. They don't always open up about their day or that question feels so big that they couldn't possibly answer it. It may be an easy question for normal 9-5ers but for first responders, it is a hard one to answer. Their days are not always good when they experience crash scenes, missing persons, domestics, etc. Personally, if I Click for more