Read how Megan O’Grady honors fallen law enforcement officers in “Patriots of Courage, Tributes to First Responders”
In January 2017 I created a nonprofit organization called Blue Line Bears to honor fallen law enforcement officers by making personalized teddy bears out of their uniform shirts to give to their children and families. Although it is hard to choose only one out of the...
read moreMeaghan Brewington pays tribute to Bernie Copeland and the Air-Evac Lifeteam in “Patriots of Courage, Tributes to First Responders”
On February 21st, 2014, I, Meaghan, met my hero, Bernie Copeland who is a flight paramedic with the Air-Evac Lifeteam. Also, on that day, my life was completely turned around. The day started off as a normal day when I was a sophomore in high school. Once school let...
read moreMatt Phillips writes his family tribute in “Patriots of Courage, Tributes to First Responders”
"My name is Matt Phillips and this is a brief recounting of some of my families participation in supporting this great nation in time of war". Matt talks about his grandfather, his uncles, and his dad. "When America entered WWII in 1941 after the 7 December bombing...
read moreMarshall McClain pays tribute to Tommy Scott who holds a place of honor in “Patriots of Courage, Tributes to First Responders”
Tommy Scott, the first police officer to die in the line of duty in the 72-year history of the Los Angeles Airport Police. Tommy embodied the essence of a servant leader. He died at 35 years of age and more than half of his life was in the service of others. For 15...
read moreLarry Christian pays tribute to his son whose lives were changed forever in August 2008 in “Patriots of Courage, Tributes To First Responders”
Life was good and my family was abundantly blessed. I noticed that my son, Steven, was sitting on the back patio under the cover. I decided to take a breather and visit with him since I had not seen him in a while. Steven was in college and a scarcity around the...
read moreKyle Reyes talks about “why” he puts himself in the middle of controversy for others in “Patriots of Courage, Tributes to First Responders”
“You’re the CEO of a successful marketing agency. Why would you put it all on the line by throwing yourself in the middle of controversy?” If I had a dime for every time someone asked me that question, I could have retired years ago. First – context. My agency is...
read moreJeff Ireland’s review in reading “Patriots of Courage,Tributes to First Respond
"Eileen sorry for the tardy night but I finished your book last week! Simply an excellent book and great read. Stephanie Salb, Ron Darling, Steven McDonald, I could go in and on! Also ending with the notes from kids is extremely classy too! Truly enjoyed it! Jeff"...
read moreRead the “Thank You First Responders” special section written by 3rd Graders in “Patriots of Courage,Tributes to First Responders”
What do kids think of when they hear "First Responders"? There are big shoes to fill in the years ahead. You can read these wonderful "Thank yous" from the 3rd Grade class of Fort Edward, New York. A great tribute section and makes a wonderful gift for all. ...
read moreKat Schwartz writes her gratitude to all First Responders in “Patriots of Courage, Tributes To First Responders”
"Be grateful for our First Responders everywhere and see them in the smallest of gestures to the most heroic selfless acts of courage. You, too, are a First Responder, if you so choose this path to be kind". ...
read moreJudith writes her tribute about her son in “Patriots of Courage, Tributes To First Responders”
As a mom, moms are supposed to die before their children, but God had other plans. Scott's legacy will live on in the lives of people who loved him and those who were helped by him. Mom's love never ends, We will meet in heaven someday. Scott had established a...
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