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Back the Blue

Discussion in 'Hobbies and Interests' started by justdraftn, Apr 14, 2021.

  1. justdraftn

    justdraftn

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    Making a small difference w/paracord. Boulder, Co is my backyard.
    In line w/my efforts to Back the Blue...I had 22 TBL bracelets and made the drive up to show my respect at the memorial on his cruiser that was in front of the BPD building. They were received by an officer that said they were very grateful for the thought. I decided that in honor of and a remembrance for Officer Talley, I would make a TBL bracelet for each of the 205 BPD line officers. I delivered them last week. They were so gracious in receiving them. Well worth the effort.
    Then they told me that of the first 22, some of those were given to Officer Talley's wife and each of his 7 kids. I was humbled.
    The men and women that put that badge on everyday ARE the Thin Blue Line.
    Do something nice for a cop.
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    NICE JOB!!
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    Very well done !
    With everything going on these days those that put their neck out everyday are a special breed for sure.

    Thanks to all those that keep us safe!
     
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    Awesome idea. I'm sure that meant a lot to those who received them.

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    This is awesome!!
     
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    :usa:.... That’s a grand gesture..
     
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    Way to go. Are they going to allow them to wear them with the uniform?
     
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    Outstanding!!!
    I am humbled by your thoughtfulness and efforts.

    :salute:

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    Thanks! for all the kind thoughts.

    I believe they are going to be able to wear them in uniform.

    They have requested 30 more for staff and 10 larger ones
    for extra large officers. I will deliver them next week.

    It is a small way to let these people know that we care
    and support them.
    America is in peril.
    They are literally the line between us and the jungle.
     
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