Editorial
Citizen’s Police Academy
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I recently completed the Suffield Police Department Citizen’s Police Academy program.
The Suffield Observer (https://thesuffieldobserver.com/category/opinion/editorial/page/2/)
I recently completed the Suffield Police Department Citizen’s Police Academy program.
In his song, “Lean on Me,” Bill Withers says: Lean on me when you’re not strong…
My wife Beth and I have lived in many towns and different states in our lives. One factor common to the different locations is that each community had people who stepped forward and went above and beyond. We in Suffield have many past examples of such people: Lester Smith, Sam Fuller and Janet Banks to name a few. Recently I met with Bill Hawkins, Suffield Director of Planning and Development. Though not a resident he works tirelessly to better our community.
My husband Scott loves nature and especially enjoys watching birds.
I cannot remember a time when Scott and I did not have a dog or two in our lives.
When you text or send emails, you’re contributing to climate change.
My father-in-law was a probate judge, funny storyteller and a beloved mentor.
I knew this day would come. I prepared for it. I got advice about it. Through the years I gave all my attention, care and love. I appreciated the time together, tried not to take it for granted.