I was struck today by this statement made by Chief Ed Croker of the NYFD, and of how applicable it is to our own domain:
"I have no ambition in this world but one, and that is to be a fireman. The position may, in the eyes of some, appear to be a lowly one; but we who know the work that the fireman has to do believe that his is a noble calling. Our proudest moment is to save lives. Under the impulse of such thoughts, the nobility of the occupation thrills us and stimulates us to deeds of daring, and even of supreme sacrifice."
Substitute "security officer" for "fireman" and read it again. Be proud of who you are, and of the quality of life that you make possible for so many by your own sacrifice and devotion to duty.
"I have no ambition in this world but one, and that is to be a fireman. The position may, in the eyes of some, appear to be a lowly one; but we who know the work that the fireman has to do believe that his is a noble calling. Our proudest moment is to save lives. Under the impulse of such thoughts, the nobility of the occupation thrills us and stimulates us to deeds of daring, and even of supreme sacrifice."
Substitute "security officer" for "fireman" and read it again. Be proud of who you are, and of the quality of life that you make possible for so many by your own sacrifice and devotion to duty.
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