I know we’ve all seen the post circling the LEOW groups and pages that says, “No one has your back more than a LEOW you’ve never met.” I’ve seen this statement in action online many times. Wives defending another when one is “attacked” because of a statement or comment she made. Congratulations pouring out for a newly engaged or married sister. Offers for a place to stay when in town. Diapers and formula showing up at a wives home after a vent session. And the list goes on... I refer to this kind of love and care as a Blue Line Sorority Sisterhood.
Earlier this year I experienced this love and care from several women I have yet to meet in person. During my fight with Covid I received several packages in the mail from friends. I was bombarded with PMs, texts, and phone calls checking on me and my progress. I really felt loved. Every single query felt sincere. To be apart of this sisterhood is really unexplainable.
Wouldn’t it be amazing if the rest of the world was like this? A place that, despite our many differences we are still able to love and care for each other. From where I stand it’s not looking good, but I will remain hopeful. I’ve heard my Pastor make the statement in the past that there should not be such a thing as a homeless Christian, not when there are so many churches that exist. Well I’m here to say there should not be a lonely LEOW, not when this sisterhood is so big. Who knew that when you’re at the bottom it would be a stranger with a kind heart that would pull you up. And not only that but walk with you until the end of the journey to ensure you’re safe.
Because of this sisterhood I now have lifelong friends. Ladies I can’t imagine my world without. Women that have poured into me not expecting anything in return. Women who have encouraged me to step out of my box and do what’s necessary even though it maybe uncomfortable. Women who have been cheering me on to succeed in life and in my marriage. There are women in my circle who know me better than me. My mind is constantly blown. Did I tell you that I have not yet known any of these ladies for a year? Not one! During one of those times when I was feeling extremely lonely I decided to find at least one other police wife I could relate to. I found a whole Sorority of Blue Line Sisters instead. I found what I needed when I wasn’t even sure what I was looking for. I am so filled with joy because each relationship has done something positive in my life.
We are sisters like no other! We are the Blue Line Sorority Sisters.
l Kerry-Ann l