I have sworn an oath.
It does not rest. It does not sleep.
It takes more than it gives.
It means, even on the days when a storm blows around us, we must carry on; even with heavy hearts and saddened souls.
It means, we must keep our emotions in check, stay keen in our focus; even when the words of others, are a tinderbox in the hay barn.
We have all been reminded, of the ultimate gravity, of that responsibility.
I intend to carry on; to do what needs to be done...
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JP.
I've never been one for the police. growing up where I did, you lot were the enemy. Old habits are hard to break, but some need to be broken, eh?
ReplyDeleteThis piece is lengthy, but well worth the time to read. It's also quite scary. Thank you for writing it.
I just followed you on Twitter to where I found the link to this important piece.
Was recommended this blog by @cate_a_moore. I agree with her that you have important thing to say. So I'm now Following you on Twitter. I'll b flogging about this subject soon. (will link to your blog i-thorts if that's ok.)
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