It's only just begun...: GRADUATION WEEK IS FINALLY HERE!!

Saturday, February 11, 2012

GRADUATION WEEK IS FINALLY HERE!!

Blake's final week was last week!

On Monday they studied all morning long and received their uniforms with all their badges and more equipment. Tuesday he had his TCLEOSE (peace officer licencing test aka state test). He scored 88% and and the highest score on the test was 90.He did great! Wednesday he had to wake up early and go for a run with Chief Halstead. They ran to the Police memorial and he spoke with them for about 20 minutes. He spoke to them about FAMILY,FAITH, AND FUTURE. He encourages them all to stay close to their family and stay strong in their faith, and they are the future. He gave a great talk at their graduation, and I am really glad he said the positive things he said especially since there is so much negative. Thursday they practiced for graduation day and received more equipment to bring home. Our home is small and we are comfy but now that Blake has so much stuff for his new career we need another room just for everything.

FRIDAY!!! As of 11:30 he was officially a police officer! His graduation was only 1.5 hours, better than three the told us about! The chief really talked them up and seemed so proud of class 129 accomplishment They all deserved to be talked up! Great job guys.

The past 7 months have been a huge challenge not only for Blake but for our family We overcame all our trials and Blake did absolutely wonderful! I am so proud of him. My heart is full right now with Love, appreciation, and pride. I am honored to be his wife and a mother to his children. He is truly amazing! Over the past 7 months he has had to handle a great deal of stress, from workouts, testing and from everyday life. He handled it well and will make a great officer. As we enter this new phase of our life journey I know it wont be an easy transition, but I have faith in Blake and in our Heavenly Father to keep him and us safe. Great job and we love you.