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Time to Reflect...

8/12/2014

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By Anne McCoy - August 12, 2014
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It's not very often that I have free time or down time...but today I had time to 'catch up' a little bit.   So, big deal right?  So I'm busy... everybody is busy!  So what's the point???  Okay!  The point is that I had a conversation with my Mom over the weekend (luv her!).  She and I discussed where my career was going, what I want to achieve before retirement (in 9 short years) and what I truly enjoy doing...(she's an executive coach if you didn't know!).  Well today, I had time to reflect as I sat at the computer.  

What I know for sure, is that I love being out in the community.  I am proud of my profession and I get energy from being amongst people.  I lighten up every time I see that look of excitement on a child's face when he or she is excited to see a police officer.  I am proud of my profession.  It makes me think back to when I was young and the positive impression Cst. McKeowen made on all of us at Edgewater Park School when he came into our classrooms.   I wonder where he is today and if he realizes the positive influence he had on my life because he took the time to visit us.   

This week, during my patrols, I spoke to a youth about three times...each time he was on his bike and wasn't wearing a helmet.  Each time, I encouraged him to come to the skateboard park for Tuesday's BBQ and join us for a free hamburger BUT I asked him to WEAR HIS HELMET!  Of course, I always get the usual "yeah, yeah...maybe"!  But, I was delighted when he showed up and was WEARING HIS HELMET!  (....now, it was a dirtbike helmet with a GoPRO on top of it)...but he made the effort and he did it!!!  Awesome.   I was so proud of him and told him so.  I hope he remembers that someone cares about him and his safety and the praise I gave him for his good choices made a lasting impression.   

Thanks Mom for helping me to pause and think about the enjoyable moments.  I had a great day at work today. 


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    Cst Anne McCoy

    Anne McCoy is the Rainy River District OPP Detachment Community Services/Media Relations Officer.  She has 21 years of policing experience and enjoys working to support her communities. 

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On November 4th, the Township of Emo in conjunction with the North Western Health Unit is hosting a Family Safety Night.  This is an event that hopes to increase awareness of the various health, safety and community services available in Emo and the Rainy River District. 
As a service industry, I would like to extend an invitation to you to participate in the Emo Family Safety Night.  It will take place upstairs at the Emo Arena and run from 3:30-6:00 p.m.  Those who participate will have the opportunity to set up a booth where they can give community members information about the services they offer. 
Our hope is that this will be a fun and interactive family event, so the more creative you are with your booth, the better! 
If you would like to participate, or would like more information please feel free to email or call me at the below phone number.

Allison Cox
Recreation Director/Community Development
Township of Emo
807-482-2378

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