SHE FLASHES her lights and pushes the gas pedal a little harder. The walkie-talkie is too quiet, so she spins the dial and makes her bulletproof vest a little more comfortable. She worked hard to wear that badge. She joined the force to give people comfort and safety — a luxury her mother didn’t have. A few people may think she joined law enforcement for pride, power, or influence, but the truth is that she just wants to help people.
He puts on a yellow helmet — the real one — not the play one he wore when he was younger. Decades ago, he watched his dad go to work every morning to go save the day. Sure, some of the days were not as exhilarating, like climbing a tree to get a cat home. But other days were scary. He thought of his dad every time he ran into a burning house.
And she shops at Bath & Body Works for the new deals they’re offering. Her favorite lotion scent is “Into The Night.” She is sometimes self-conscious about her cracked, itching hands. When she worked long 16-hour days during the COVID-19 pandemic, she had to wash her hands triple what she used to… because she had to save triple the lives she used to. Only a hero like her could help give a family several more years with their loved ones.
Our first responders are heroes. And this issue of Good News shines a light on the life, happiness, and joy they help us keep. When we scream for help, they run toward danger. We thank you, now and forever. GN
