In 1991, my concern about the members of our local police lead me to write the lyrics as a tribute to the men and women who risk their lives day and night to protect our lives and property  In 1994, I met up with Phil Coley and he wrote the music and recorded the song.  Phil liked the message of the song and he wanted to do a musical tribute to those who keep America safe.  And even though more than 20 years have passed since I wrote the lyrics, the situation for all of our local police has taken a turn for the worst in late 2014.  The growing attitude against our men and women in our police departments, has increased the dangers for each police officer.  We must take a stand to promote a better understanding of our police, where ever they work.  We cannot let the police become scapegoats for all of society’s problems.  Give our local police a warm hello and a sincere thank you each time you can.  And above all, let’s pray these men and women will return home safely to their families after each shift.  May God travel with the men and women of our local police.