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“THINKABOUTIT” THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

Thursday; May 15, 2008

 

          For the past half century, every May 15^th has been observed as a national day memorializing the men and women of Law Enforcement who have given their lives serving our country.  Annually, an average of 150 police officers are killed – not by some invading army or in some foreign land – but, right here at home, often at the hands of own citizens.  Today, in Washington DC, officers from around the nation will gather with families of fallen comrades in celebrating the lives and mourning the deaths of the 181 heroes who died in 2007 protecting us from us.

          Not all of us see eye-to-eye with our police (especially when we see their lights in our rear view mirrors); but, this week if you happen to come across one of them, thank them for the jobs they do.  Better yet, if you happen to know the family of a Law Enforcement officer, take some time to express your thanks and appreciation for what they do and endure.  Let’s be thankful for all the freedoms we have and never forget all those who make it possible.

          Think about it!  For the Madison Avenue Church of Christ; this is Charlie Wharton.

 

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