She received a thank you card and kids pack from Bush and thats it.  The letter was sent to Obama with no reply at all.

That was an excellent letter. Bump.

Very well spoken from a bright mind and a true follower... great job..

A beautiful letter from a smart girl. As a  retired Navy veteran, I've always considered law enforcemment as a service that should be on par with the Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marines, and Navy. I think the same thing about firefighters/EMS, correctional officers, and community supervision officers as well. We're all professionals that guard the safety and security of our countrymen and communities, and our goverment should be there for us when we're injured (physically or otherwise) in the line of duty.

 I am Very Impressed by this letter written by your wonderful, intelligent daughter :) Well said by her & So True indeed Sir.  You must be very proud of her. I am also proud of you for raising such a wonderful daughter. God Bless you both & your son. May you all have a wonderful and safe holiday season every year. Take Care

Wow! The posts are amazing! It would be great for our country to recognize the importance of police officers. I mean yeah, a lot of people hate cops, and I'm sure it is for no good reason. But whether it is them or the ones who truely support LEO's, the first person anyone calls when they need help is the police. My bf is an officer, and I hear of the things he goes through on a daily basis in New Orleans. I admire what he does. But when I think about it, not everyone realizes the extent of things that any officer goes through. I really liked your daughter's letter the best. I can tell you that coming from a child, that is amazing! I gave a thumbs up:)

Great story. So many kids just don't think past their X Box these days.

Very well written. You and your daughter should be very proud.

Lots of love and support!

-Adriana

 Are you sure she wrote that? :) Very nice letter

This was put up over 2 years ago and is still going strong as it should be!  I commented this once before last year but it deserves another BUMP.  Merry Christmas little lady and same to you brother!

Unfortuanely, even military veterans do not receive that medical care during and post-war that they deserve.  I agree with your daughter that ALL persons who risk their lives every day to help keep our communities, cities, states and nation safe should recieve top medical, dental and vision before, during and after service.  There should be no slacking or shirking in this area.

 Totally awesome. You should be proud of her. Hope she grows to be one of us....protecting this country from within the boarders.

Wow............some people get it and some don't........Your daughter gets it and she is only 10...........very wise!  Detective, you have raised your daughter well!  Keep up the good work!

Very Good!!!

Wow...thats is  very well written. And as far as you raising your two children alone...it seems like you did an amazing job.  She seems like a very intelligent young lady and has a huge heart.  She is right though, I wish we could gail a little more recognition but even with the little we get it does not make me want to stop doing what I do.

To "K"- What you did was very thoughtful! I think I speak for every LEO that reads  this when I say thank you and I hope your word spreads to someone who will agree with you! Thank you!

Ellison