Health & Fitness
Good Samaritan Awards
Good people need to be recognized and sometimes, they are. Like at the Milwaukee Police Department Merit Awards. Because talking about the good stuff in life is necessary.
The Milwaukee Police Band, also known as the oldest police band in the world, began the night with a burst of music at the Milwaukee Police Department’s Merit Awards Program for the Spring of 2013. On May 15, citizens were rewarded for their commitment to the city of Milwaukee.
Before I get to the guts and glory of the evening I have to discuss my new role model in life. Stephanie Brown of CBS 58 news is really really really great at what she does. As the raconteur of the night she presented each story of valor in 3D narration.
The stories themselves were enough to keep anyone focused but Stephanie Brown crafted a performance that expressed ardor and enthusiasm. I was captivated by her voice and storytelling skills. I suddenly wanted to go out and do heroic deeds! I had visions of becoming the next Batman! Of course, I’m not a billionaire with a transforming car so we’ll see how those plans pan out later.
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The most memorable story of the night (at least for me) involved Police Aide Alberto Figueroa. For his actions on November 12, 2012 he received the Lifesaving Award. He refused to let a suicidal man jump to his death on the bridge at Lloyd Street over Highway 41 by grabbing the man’s jacket, preventing him from falling. While holding the man up, he used his cell phone to call for assistance. The man lived. The details gave a breathtaking tale of heroism.
Police Officer Kathy Schult received the longest and loudest cheer of the night! Well deserved yells and applause of admiration and congratulations filled the auditorium. She has volunteered with Special Olympics for more than 25 years. She is the President of the Milwaukee Police Historical Society, Vice President of the Recreation Association of the Milwaukee Police, a board member of the Wisconsin Association of Women Police, and an Honor Guard Member. No wonder she was honored in high regard. She’s dedicated. She’s inspiring. She’s passionate.
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The ceremony itself was short and sweet, just the way I like it. Graduation ceremonies should take a cue from this show. Names were read, stories were told, there was no dilly dallying around or 20 minute speeches by people I’m supposed to know but don’t. Plus, there were even refreshments at the end of the night and who doesn’t like a good cookie?
Crazy people. Crazy people don’t like good cookies.
