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To My Best Friend Who's A Police Officer

To me, you are more than just a badge number. And I am so proud of you.

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To My Best Friend Who's A Police Officer
Micah Mirich

In a time full of hate, misunderstandings, and a few people making bad decisions, I want to take a moment to tell you my thoughts on you.

First, let me start by saying how proud I am of you. Not only did you persevere through years of school to accomplish your dreams, but you worked hard all those years to support your dream. I watched you graduate from college and search endlessly for a good job that would make you happy, and I celebrated when you succeeded.

Your job isn't always easy and it isn't always fun, but you continue to push through it anyway.

When I see the things in the media about police officers, I think about you. Sometimes, I worry about you. I fear for your safety. I fear that one day something bad might happen to you. I fear that one day, you might have to make a hard choice that will sit with you forever.

However, I believe in you. I trust you to always make the best decisions possible. I know that you will always do everything in your power to keep yourself safe and to protect civilians.

To me, you are more than a badge number. You are more than a black uniform. You are my best friend, and I am beyond proud of the work you do.

You are a real inspiration to those trying to chase their dreams, even when it gets hard. If everyone gave up when the world tried to push them down, nothing would ever get accomplished.

Never lose sight of why you worked so hard to get to this point.

Stay safe and keep up the good work.

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