A HUGE Accomplishment

On Wednesday, June 13th my big brother (Robert) did something that would make any sister proud.  He graduated from the Police Academy.  But for some reason being proud of him doesn't quite describe how I felt as I watched him at his graduation.  It was more than a graduation, it was a deep rooted goal and dream of his coming to fruition as he stood on that stage.  He has wanted to be a cop for as long as I can remember, following in the footstep of my Dad, Mom, and Stepdad.  There has been many, many, many obstacles that have been in the way of that dream for a long time, including getting over a 6 foot wall while he was in the academy.  But with extremely hard work and pure determination my brother is a certified Law Enforcement officer for the state of Arizona, awaiting a call from a local Police Department for a job.  It truly does bring me to tears thinking about him fulfilling this dream of his.  He is going to make an amazing cop and continue the legacy that has been passed down to him.  I love my brother so much and can't wait to see him in uniform, working the streets.  That will be a day that will go down in the Meghan Collins history book as "one of the most proud moments for the Cox family."  I love you Robert and can't tell you how proud I am of you.  Way to overcome adversity and be an example to us all!!!!  Here are a few pictures of that proud day.

The proud graduates.

Robert receiving his certificate.

In the background of this picture was a slide show that often showed Robert kicking some major butt.  He was definitely the tough guy of the graduates.  

A long time friend and current officer that showed up at his graduation. 

My mom and stepdad Ray, both retired Law enforcement officers, passing down the legacy.  I think Ray was tired of  getting his picture taken.

Two men that will be wearing uniform soon!!  

Father and Son.  Dad passing down the legacy to his son!!  What a  proud moment for my daddy!!

Proud sisters!!  Wouldn't be surprised if my sister becomes a cop some day and also continued the legacy.

Robert and his girlfriend.