For most of my life, I had a step father who was in law enforcement and still is. I didn't particularly like his job because I knew it wouldn't be hard for him to know if I was getting into any trouble. I found it scary and tried my best to stay away from trouble and those who were associated with it. With all the negative reasons I could come up with as for hating his job there were many reasons to love it as well. I no longer had a fear of someone breaking into the house or trying to hurt any of us who lived there. I knew someone would always have my back and that he would be there whenever I needed him.

Over the years, I have grown to love and respect any of those in law enforcement. Nights I waited hours just for someone to let my family know if my stepdad was ok while out on search and rescues everyone did what they could for every family involved not just the missing. I have grown up with most of the law enforcement officers here and they have become like a second family to me. Not only is my stepdad just a call away but so are they. I have been fortunate enough to come across some very amazing people that will always be there for me. I've even come across a special guy.

I've spent the last year with. Having two people I really care about doing a job that leaves me in fear is really difficult at times. I could not be more proud of them and their efforts to making Laramie a better and safer place. I admire what they do despite all the negative reactions they deal with on a daily basis. I've grown to understand most people don't realize how tough their jobs are or the impact it all has on their families also. These men mean the world to me and I will always have their backs.