My Christmas Eve

There are some stories that truly speak to the heart and retired Ohio State Trooper Bob Welsh’s touching poem, “My Christmas Eve”, is certainly one of them. With his permission, we had the honor of recreating his poem (original can be found here- chp.click/bobwelsh).
Mr. Welsh’s poem represents our mission to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security to those we serve. This is something which is truly shared by every member of public service, no matter the patch, badge, uniform, or job description. The opportunity to serve the people of California is the greatest of gifts and this poem is a great reminder to us all that even the smallest gesture or action can have a positive impact on those around us.
The underlying message of this poem brings to light how impaired driving can impact not only your life, but the lives of those who love you. We urge you to never drive impaired. Please have a plan in place to get home safely before you celebrate this holiday season.
While this video was produced internally, entirely by CHP employees, we could not have done it without the help of many people and wish to extend our gratitude to: Bob Welsh, CHP - Truckee, Michael A. Del Puppo, the CHP Museum, Loch Leven Lodge, Jax At The Tracks, Milne Towing Services, Cal-Nevada Towing, Michael Bittner, Mr. and Mrs. Calcutt, Mr. and Mrs. Wayland, and Mr. and Mrs. Ball.
More of Bob Welsh's poems can be found at www.BobWelsh.com

[@WolfMaster8814]

One time when I was younger I had a dog that was killed my a car and I was far from home so I started walking home, many cars passed me but there was a CHP who stopped and gave me a ride home while driving home he asked me why was I crying then I told him someone ran over my dog. So one Christmas the same Trooper came by my house and gave me a puppy, this is one thing I will always remember

[@parker02311]

That’s so nice of him.

[@frosty2717]

What a legend mate and btw hey wolf😏

[@WolfMaster8814]

Sup

[@chanceanderson5648]

That’s truly inspirational

[@NorfolksouthernMapping]

Wolf Master8814 aww

[@peraltawilson4382]

5 minutes They used 5 minutes to show us what police work is all about, they used 5 minutes to teach us how to be a good cop , they used 5 minutes to teach us kindness And it works , I am impressed and trying very hard not to cry right now

[@josh24migs]

瑞塔貝 Same.

[@rotopiagaming7793]

Same, buddy.

[@parker02311]

To late for the ending of your sentence for me.

[@peraltawilson4382]

parker02311 I’m sorry? What

[@KentuckyFriedFucks]

@@peraltawilson4382 he was saying he was already crying

[@sherrywyllie2163]

Dad was CHP. Died in 2012. Miss him so much. Thanks for the warm feelings and memories.

[@pingupng9672]

Sorry for your loss,How long did he serve?

[@sherrywyllie2163]

@@pingupng9672 Served on local PD for 5 years then joined the CHP family in 1965. He really loved what he did but when he retired he became a school bus driver and enjoyed the little kids!

[@pingupng9672]

@@sherrywyllie2163 Oh cool, sounds like a great career, im in the uk but hoping to emigrate to California and join the police, maybe LAPD.

[@ray7922]

@@pingupng9672 well if so I wish you safe travels my friend.

[@pingupng9672]

@@ray7922 thank you very much, someone suggested Fayetteville, Arkansas to me and it looks great. Cheap but nice houses, a PD that is hiring, perfect. I wish you safe endeavours aswell my freind.

[@guysk8r1717]

Who's cutting onions in here

[@firefightr_spike3846]

Right?

[@AMS-my3ec]

Yeah. Right in the feels.

[@SovietKlim77]

This dam onion ninjas

[@scaatylobo]

OMG you too,where did they get a full bushel of onions all peeled at once.

[@dvoz9023]

Crap, it stings! 'Snirrff' 😢

[@TJ_LIFESTYLE02]

This deserves an award

[@khallilmarshall]

And an award it got!

[@turnet2]

I think these comments are it's reward

[@Sharpvessel]

This I can’t disagree with.

[@tsidow2008]

That is what being a cop is all about

[@andreashuber2221]

😂😂

[@poohbearmom64]

Okay... still ... Appreciate All LEOs everywhere for all they do.

[@maureenmcglynn638]

This is the worst part of the job. You have to do it but never ever get used to it. Our Officers are the best...they have the biggest hearts and always go well above and beyond. We love you all and pray for your safety. We have the best family on the planet. Thanks guys you are all AWESOME.

[@SoapinTrucker]

@@andreashuber2221 This what being HUMAN, is all about.

[@johnbeaty4430]

@@maureenmcglynn638 Thanks for the b

[@BStavFishing]

I’m a retired police lieutenant. Divorced 19 years. Never had kids. Never remarried. As the years pass, I steadily become more content with being alone. This video spoke to me. It struck a cord. Thank you CHP. Merry Christmas. Ret. Lieutenant Bob “Ponch” Stavola

[@ember_shep8181]

*THIS* is why I want to be a cop. Not for the shiny badge Not the pride or respect, Nor the shiny lights they put on their cars. It is not arresting and ending lives, Its to help fellow man. To help those who can't themselves. To help the community. To serve and protect, I shall live.

[@jerrywashere-pu7cd]

Follow your dreams man!!

[@matthewb-c4235]

Exactly the same with me

[@thegamerszayas4009]

Agreed!

[@nelsontorres6820]

Sarge_m16 ok also get ready for depression

[@nelsontorres6820]

Sarge_m16 watch this video called the dark truth of being a cop

[@33rayden]

As a retired police officer, I remember doing things like this for those in need. It always made me want to go back to work everyday to see if I can do it again. This is why brave men and women become police officers. Thank you CHP for this beautiful video to remind why we do what we do. Certainly brought tears to my eyes.

[@stevescontriano860]

The problem with the police is they always show up after the fact. If you really want protection you have to protect yourself

[@Ann-sd6mw]

@@stevescontriano860 It's unrealistic to expect them to show up before a crime. However, I think I know what you mean.

[@gailweber1104]

Thank you so much for Your Service Officer❤️

[@stenbak88]

You guys and gals of the CHP honestly keep my faith in law enforcement bc you are the best and bravest

[@noble6560]

Who is cutting onions T-T

[@rynohorn3819]

Yeah same here. Never see it coming until it's TOO late!

[@designeddino]

You come from oceans server..

[@lizzysphotography3720]

Me

[@1deadhead]

Someone cut the cheese !!!

[@trianj12]

This brought a flood of years to my eyes. It forced me to recall as a young patrol officer responding to an accident call approximately thirty minutes before midnight on a snowy New Years Eve . I won't go into details, but suffice to say I will never forget the loss of an infant girl beneath a spare tire in an overturned station wagon. I am sure I speak for every patrol office, fireman, and EMT who ever responded to a call or worse yet, to a family home to break the news! I will never ever forget any of them over a 37 year career. It is something no amount of training can prepare you for.

[@olegariomartinez6807]

As a retired Pennsylvania State Trooper this brought back memories and tears. God bless to my brothers and sisters in Law Enforcement who are working the holidays. You will be in my prayers.

[@joetommelleo1254]

Never forget that call of honor, Troop.

[@tiredlawdog]

I'm sure like many of you, this brought some tears to your eyes. I was reflecting on some of the things I did this time of the 33 years I served the San Antonio Police Department. At times loaning people money you yourself didn't have, breaking policy to carry a down and out person in the patrol car. Once I paid for a wrecker that the sick woman was unable to pay. This was not a job, it was a passion, I saw some who didn't have it and moved on only after a short time on the job. God Bless all the officers in all the police departments.

[@laurahill2202]

My family is SAPD, Brothers, nephew and nephew and niece in SAFD, nephew border patrol ... to name a few❤

[@tiredlawdog]

@@laurahill2202 come January, I'll be gone for 24 years. Loved almost every day of it, but would not go back to it in today's world for all the whiskey in Ireland.

[@laurahill2202]

Yes, I retired from nursing, 25 years, and I would never go back. My husband retired from Williamson County jail county jail he, too, will never go back lol

[@foxbeary5484]

Thank you for your service sir

[@kilodeltawhisky1504]

God bless you each! Y'all may never go back, but when the time comes you'll step up. Your hearts won't let you turn away when someone in need crosses your path. God puts all things, all beings in place so we can glorify Him with acts of love, humility, kindness. So may God bless you for acts done, and those to come. Happy and peaceful New Year!

[@cherylhigley7905]

What a beautiful and moving video. As the wife of a policeman, there were many holidays we had to celebrate without Daddy. But he always explained to our boys that it was a privilege and special service to be out there helping others, when they needed it. I know, like myself, our boys were always proud of the sacrifice he gave. He is retired now, but still finds joy in serving others, at church or as a volunteer with the State Wildlife Service. I guess it’s just his nature to give to others. I’m so lucky to have him in my life.

[@littlehummingbird1015]

A good testament to your husband. You are blessed indeed.

[@kathykoellisch9678]

AND BLM ANTIFA AND DEMORATS HATE THE POLICE. THERE ALL SICK VILE PEOPLE WE NEED THE POLICE. I PRAY FOR THE POLICE EVERYDAY. GOD BLESS THE POLICE ANDALL POLICE TROOPERS. AMEN.

[@floater501]

Why does KZbin only have a like button and not a love button. I too was cutting onions while watching this ZARKA X. To the CHP officers and supporters, have a safe and happy holiday's take care stay safe.

[@scottmcclean2566]

I agree 100%... there should be a Love button.

[@elizabethcorona5585]

That was so beautifully done. Honestly brought tears to my eyes ❤️

[@adityabhandari3447]

Do you realize what’s in your last name / surname

[@hilaegyud4463]

Thank you for such a beautiful story. Yes it bought tears to my eyes. 😇🙏

[@unitedpolicedepartment6640]

Omg 😯 de dat mad my in ters

[@tomwysmuller9091]

& there are still idiots that want to "de-fund" the police!!!

[@FernandoSilva-xu9by]

Thank god i wasn’t the only one 🥲

[@Hanky_Bannist8r]

What a tear jerker CHP. I'm not crying, you're crying. Thank you for all you do to keep us safe !

[@charlesream4053]

SEMPER-FI to the CHP

[@hunterraney2537]

From one officer to another thank you brothers we need more like him

[@renacobb2113]

These are the life experiences of some of our often unsung heroes who we should always include in our prayers!

[@OzCop2]

Amen Hunter...It's too bad media tend to concentrate on the very few who create issues for the masses of awesome police officers out there...

[@PM-bv2nx]

Holidays are hard being law enforcement. Fatal crashes on Christmas, suicides on Thanksgiving. Those memories (flashbacks) hit hard after retirement. Did I do all I could? Did I act fast enough? Questions that have no answers. Be safe my brothers and sisters on the road.

[@michaelsullivan9991]

I am new to Facebook. I found this video. I am a retired Chicago Police Officer. I spent 28 years on the job. I have many memories of showing compassion and caring to people in need. My faith played a big part in my career. I worked in a unit of the CPD that responded to injuries and on occasions deaths to officers while on duty. This video shows a side of Law Enforcement that the public will never understand. God Bless the Brave Men and Women in Law Enforcement. They are TRUE HERO'S. Mike Sullivan, Star # 9204, retired Chicago Police.

[@olegariomartinez6807]

God bless my brother from a retired Pennsylvania State Trooper. Merry Christmas ❤️

[@cslifko]

"The message behind this video: "never miss an opportunity to extend kindness". So many of the problems of the world could be resolved by abiding by those simple words. Genius, yet touching at the same time.

[@lostsailor2759]

Thank you for a touching video. My father is a retired NYSP. My brother and I are grown. Mom is gone. Dad now resides in Florida during the winter. He turns 90 years old on Christmas eve. Alone. Love him more than anything.

[@mikegood5877]

Great job on the video CHP. Stay safe out there this holiday season and watch your 6. Blue love from an Ohio Brother in Blue

[@patrickbetterearnedthangiv807]

Thanks brother, you be safe as well. God bless.

[@rlondon1958]

Quit damaging my flag!

[@Just-me-Laura]

Thank you for your service Mike and please stay safe. ❤

[@miloliss2484]

Amazing video, thank you guys for your service. Merry christmas.

[@lizzysphotography3720]

God Bless

[@elizabethseeger6425]

Touched my soul! 🤗

[@rigstoriches6194]

Beautiful beautiful beautiful selfless heart. Troopers are secret angels of the most High God. That was a moving video of he that sows kindness will reap the same, Long live California State Patrol!

[@kathykinney1256]

We must all remember how an act of kindness can change a life forever!

[@patrickbetterearnedthangiv807]

To all my fellow brothers and sisters out on the beats, be safe this holliday season, remember what is important. Remember why we do it and who we do it for, the deserving innocent, like the little girl in this video. These are the types of things that make all the horribal things not seem so bad. Merry Christmas, Espirit De Corps

[@poohbearmom64]

I always pray a hedge of protection around All LEOs everywhere to be safe, secure and alive as they go to work patrolling the neighborhoods they are assigned to ... Thank You is never enough to say

[@patrickbetterearnedthangiv807]

@@poohbearmom64 A simple thank you means more to us than you know. God bless and Merry Christmas.

[@Just-me-Laura]

Thank you so very much for protecting and serving. I hate to imagine what life would be without the men/women in blue. Stay safe and Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.

[@485chase]

Merry Christmas MP#59994

[@Just-me-Laura]

@@485chase Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 🎄 🎆 May you have a safe and prosperous 2020.

[@iisherifflaw65]

I will become CHP and protect California this video is what being a cop is a about thank you for your service I hope to be the next generation

[@joemoir6626]

If I lived in California I would want to join the CHP. Unfortunately i live over in the UK, but this video shows the true family mentality behind all law enforcement agencies across the world.This video made me have even more respect for the men and women who have to give that saddening knock. Knowing and talking to people in the military they say it is one of the hardest things to do and it stays with you forever. So i wish all at the CHP a very merry Christmas. I hope no one has to hear that knock this Christmas time.

[@VegasGuy89183]

I shared this poem via email with a Nevada State Trooper friend of mine many years ago. I expected him to say he had already seen it. Instead, he replied how touched he was by it and had forwarded it to many others in the agency. He said it got a great response from other troopers. It's good to see the poem was turned into this wonderful video. A big Thank You to troopers and those who protect us everywhere.

[@Xcellent551]

As a retired police officer I remember doing these exact same things. It was the most rewarding career helping the community that I love.

[@budstephens7239]

Been trucking for over 40 years from coast to coast ..... I’m proud to share the road with the men and women of the California highway patrol . Merry Christmas to all of you !!

[@Phlowermom]

This was absolutely beautiful!! I have always been proud of the CHP. Always. I remember New Year's Eve, 1996. We didn't get a visit, we got a phone call from The Chief Of Police of Tom Bean, TX. 9 members of my family were killed by a drunk driver in an ice storm between Tom Bean and Whitewright, TX. He was so kind and calm and my heart just broke for him, he suffered our loss along with us. When we flew out to Texas, we landed at DFW, rented a van ( all adult children - 5 of us) and drove straight to Tom Bean where the bodies were at the coroners. He was the first one to greet us at the station door and he embraced all of us and that's when we lost it. This man who didn't know us, had never heard of us til the the day before, helped us at the most horrible time of our lives and I will never forget him and his compassion. And now I have to dry my computer off because I have cried all over my keyboard. Merry Christmas to the men & women of the CHP! Be safe!

[@user-rg4ww4fe6c]

Thank You for Your Service Brother, God Bless You and Your Family Always

[@jamesmacris2932]

I almost turned this off thinking this was going to be too depressing ..However, it immediately turned into the most spiritual Christmas message ever!!! Thankyou for this sharing. Liz

[@davidsain2129]

I just discovered Bob Welsh's poem a few days ago & fell in love with it instantly. Thank you for this superb adaptation! May God protect, guard & guide all those in law enforcement. Thank you for your selfless service.

[@suzannealthoff1688]

A tear jerker but good. The kindness of one person cannot be underestimated.....it ripples on as does a rock thrown in the water. We are our brothers keepers.

[@marycurtis1]

Made me cry. Thank god I am still with my retired trooper. There is so much truth in this video. God Bless all our law enforcement present and retired.

[@Jestrada63]

Thank you to every officer protecting the streets while everyone else gets to stay home and celebrate their Christmas with their families

[@mattxr6096]

We need more of these “reality videos” at this time! More than ever! Came back to this video to push the YT algorithm and bump this up!

[@alfredrhoads1190]

I had to go to a residence on Christmas morning about 1 am to inform a father that his son had died in a car accident earlier on Christmas eve. I'll never forget how he fell to his knees when told of his loss.

[@leeryder676]

I feel you. I was giving a motorcyclist cpr one night. I was at absolutel muscle fatigue by the time fire got there. As I laid in the grass for a few moments, his mother came up to me "are you the one who tried to save my sons life?". I stood, crushed by her words. She embraced me, in tears and said "Thank you". I'll never forget that night.

[@randydub6868]

I remember working swing shift beat 102, 12 now. I get a call of a stalled vehicle blocking, arrived on scene and it’s an elevated freeway with a curve to the left with no shoulder just north of the airport. I got on the PA, the driver followed directions and was able to push the car off the freeway to a gas station. The family lived about 15 minutes away. Told the station attendant they will take care of the car the next day. Gave the family a ride back to their house with all the presents they had to whatever gathering they were going to. I remember the young girl, maybe 10 years old said, “oh, what a clean car, the seats are fuzzy.” I got them back home and the father thanked me. Another save with just a 1125V line 1148X. Best thing was no accident, no paperwork on Christmas Eve.

[@chuckt5065]

I am the son of the former CHP Officer in Charge of the Truckee substation where the CHP version of this beautiful poem was filmed. We moved to Donner Lake before the freeway was built for the Olympics. Many a Christmas eve or Christmas Day, my father was gone for a wreck on old Donner Summit or some other incident that needed attention. We always knew that our Christmas Eve and Christmas Day celebrations would evolve around the emergency calls that came into our phone number (initially our crank phone number was "Truckee 2." The local doctor was Truckee 1.) Thank God for all of the wonderful men and women in blue who protect us and show acts of amazing kindness, while being called names and threatened. May God bless all of you during this holiday season. Thank you so much for this poem and video.

[@Nathan_G.C.]

I always return this every Christmas Eve, Merry Christmas 2020 to all who read this

[@CSILCPD]

This is a heartbreaking story, it reminds me why we are out there. I had the honor to ride along with the CHP, their officers truly make a difference. To all fellow officers and first responders stay save and merry christmas

[@retiredtom1654]

Retired after 30 years. Many Christmas and Christmas Eves (And most New Years Eves) I was on duty. Sadly the tragic sights will always be with me and all of first responders who served. God Bless every one of you and never let the few who call us racists and many other bad names cause you grief. We know what we did was good and honorable!

[@CaspersCave]

A Merry Christmas and may God Bless all that volunteer to man the Thin Blue Line 💪👮🌲

[@koltona.8369]

Amazing! My dream is to become a CHP Trooper. This is truly amazing!

[@koltona.8369]

@Thecarkid 11 thank you so much man! I really appreciate that!

[@koltona.8369]

@@dagomz Correction, Trooper

[@koltona.8369]

@@dagomz Actually there Trooper's

[@fab8657]

I'd love to become a CHP Trooper, but I'm from Italy

[@PositiveMindset50]

One day you'll be living your dream! bro keep it dreaming

[@keithgw2777]

If that's not warming everyone's heart, then you should watch it again

[@chpman2013]

Amazing stories, very well done (on a side-note, I really like how classic vehicles are used from the era when these stories took place)

[@CaspersCave]

Yeah I noticed that too! Seeing a CHP Mustang in action brought back some memories from childhood.

[@itisjambo]

Casper's Cave i saw it in the thumbnail and the whole thing was too good not to click. i wasn’t disappointed in the least.

[@katiekane5247]

Exceptionally well done!

[@scottystiffchicken]

But would a mustang be working that high elevation?

[@chpman2013]

@@scottystiffchicken it could, just probably wouldn't be as powerful that high up compared to being at sea level

[@jackkrauser8120]

That's incredible let's take a moment to thank our first responders God bless them. I couldn't have been the only one cutting onions over here

[@mikeroberts2918]

The video showed a diner in Truckee, CA. I grew up near Truckee at Lake Tahoe. I knew a wonderful CHP officer by the name of Paul Whitting. He was a good man and a great influence on me. I thank you for the poem and the wonderful, powerful video. Go CHP! May your entire department have a great 2019.

[@chipper1968]

I spent 30 years as a Police Officer in Connecticut. Although I never delivered bad news on Christmas Night there were others just the same and it was not a pretty sight. I know this pain when misery will strikes so deep in vein. Many will criticize and mock what Police Officers do, but take some time and walk a mile in their shoes. A deep Thanks to Bob Welsh and this beautiful poem he wrote. I have sent this link to many Police Officers and friends so "My Christmas Eve" will live on for many years to come. God Bless and Happy Holidays to all. Peace Mike Clancy Groton Town Police "Retired"

[@maryannbeck7914]

CHP was my 2nd home. I miss this Dept. The high standards. the family connection and most of all the dedication it has to the public. Having retired as a dispatcher to becoming an expert examiner (which I miss), you understand all aspects of the dept. From being the one who answers that suicide caller, car accident or Officer needs help. Two brothers, ( one killed in the line of duty) nephew, ex-husband, ex-son-in-law, and many friends. We all worked the holidays, rarely had it off. Our family never had it off at the same time. We accepted it with pride. We would get the report of Santa on his route. Potluck and cookies. Other Depts wishing each other a Merry Christmas. Job well done on this video. Kleenex in one hand, the other shaking hand holding my coffee cup! Brings back so many memories. Being a first responder is a noble profession. Not for attention or accolades but for something bigger than oneself. Yes, kindness will touch a life in ways that you may never know. Your outcome may not be like this video......do it anyway and do it often.....

[@CaliboiDocken]

This ones such a touching story. Especially during such a difficult time for our officers by that i mean with all the officers being murdered across the states. Please know that not all of us are against you and i am one of the many that back you guys thank you all for your service.

[@MrMegaFredZeppelin]

This is most excellent :-) Love seeing that Mustang 5.0 CHP cruiser :-) What a great story :-) Merry Christmas everybody :-) ROCK ON!!!!!!!

[@janedaily128]

Merry Christmas to you too!!

[@katiekane5247]

Have a Rocking Christmas

[@ryleys9947]

It’s so good when you finish the video and whisper to yourself how much that meant to you and struggle not to cry

[@cynthiadye1679]

This is a beautiful story. I want to thank all state troopers in every state that do their job so well and also with compassion.

[@seanfinnerty3661]

God Bless all my brothers and sisters in Emergency Services.... from an old Firefighter / EMT who became an ED doc....

[@goldproductions5867]

I don’t live in CA but this is powerful. Really shows what police work is really about. Not arresting, shooting, and tazing. Not killing, causing panic, or ruining lives. Not cutting families in half, hurting innocent people, and making life more difficult for others. Police work is about helping others, it’s about protecting the public, it’s about being caring. To be an officer truly is to serve and to protect. God bless all of you at the CHP.

[@youthteenager2407]

Thank you for spreading this across our Country! This goes to show our Law Enforcement isn't always abusive, rude or mean. We need change from those videos and to these. These are the videos our communities need to see, thank you CHP!

[@larryisall]

Not only "isn't always abusive, rude or mean," but rarely. Great story and video that so well represents the dedication and heart of those who so often risk their own lives to protect and serve others. Thanks for a beautiful Christmas Eve story!

[@gregorymanning331]

Awesome and amazing. Thank you and your families for your service to our State. ❤❤🙏🙏🚔🚔

[@saxmusicmail]

We were a young newlywed couple on our way home from our honeymoon. My old Chevelle overheated, I think just a bad thermostat. It was late at night and we were far from nowhere. And our rescuer, a deputy, picked us up and took us to a motel. During the night he had arranged a tow to the only repair shop in that tiny wide spot in the road. He picked us up at the motel and took us to get our car, which was finished up a few minutes after we got there. My wife and I still remember the name of the hotel, Bill's Best Western. I forgot the name of repair shop, or the town. It was nearly 50 years ago. We will always remember the kindness shown by that deputy, the motel, the mechanic, to a young nearly broke newlywed couple.

[@herbeyspucturs8925]

God bless the California Highway Patrol, thank you for your service o7.

[@josesoto5866]

Who is cutting onions while I'm trying to watch KZbin 😭

[@AMS-my3ec]

Yep. No shame.

[@pecheo54]

Once long ago, I was driving to Vermont from NY...I left too late and a blizzard set in...very hard to see...unfamiliar with the roads..and I pulled over..not being able to see even the lane edges or worse even the ditches...put my blinkers on and my friend said to me...what are you doing? I said someone will come to help...she said..who? no one knows we are here, you can't just wait here...I just told her, someone would come..I don't know what I was feeling...maybe in 15 min. or so a NY State trooper pulled up and walked over and asked what was going on...I told him how fearful I was to continue...he asked where we were going, I said Vermont....his voice got louder and he said VERMONT?! you are still so far...I asked him if I could just follow his tail lights to the closest lodging...I followed him for about 5 miles maybe and he made a right into the lodging's driveway. I thanked him and will never forget his kindness. I just knew "someone would come".

[@maxwellbutler1022]

Memorized this whole thing for a speech class. Got me 50/50👊💯

[@intuitivme]

Beautiful. An example for all to follow, an act of kindness is not that difficult, so let's do more of those.

[@mattdehope7517]

Absolutely beautiful video. My father is a retired trooper (NJSP) and I remember all the Christmas nights when he wasnt home. He always told me it's not about the badge, the gun, or the car, it's about changing someone's life, even if it's the smallest thing. This is what being a cop is all about. The chance to give back anything you can. To all my fellow firefighters, dispatchers, troopers, medics, merry Christmas and happy new year.

[@debbielea9107]

I have goose bumps. So beautiful. God bless....beautiful story

[@denycereno4876]

Lovely and touching. Everyone in law enforcement understands this and has done kind deeds like this. God's blessings to all who serve.

[@alanmcneill2407]

I salute this hero, and all of the other fine people who wear a badge, or a white coat, very moving story, very moving.

[@jeangravlin6069]

A beautiful example of importance of our first responders! Many thanks and will pass it on to others.

[@38special.]

God Bless (ret.) Officer B. Welsh - CHP 6520. This was beautifully & thoughtfully written, sir. Thank you so much for your service and dedication.

[@richardekkens9268]

Back in April of 1961, My wife and I, with our 18 month old baby daughter, were moving from Michigan to Walla Walla, Washington. We were towing an enclosed box trailer, 5 ' x 8', with most of our earthly goods in it. On Sunday morning, somewhere between Boise, Idaho and Pendleton, Oregon, we blew a tire on the trailer. I pulled over to the side of the road and got out to survey the damage. As I was getting the trailer jacked up, an Oregon State trooper pilled in behind our trailer. The trooper got out of his cruiser, put on a pair of gloves and proceeded to help me change the tire. That gesture of goodwill and helpfulness has remained in my memory all these 60 some years later. God bless these dedicated men and women who risk their lives every day to be of service to all of us, and shame on those who speak hatefully of them. My thanks again to the unknown trooper who helped us so long ago1

[@eatshitmfkr]

I watched this video with tears in my eyes..having been run over in a truckstop yesterday afternoon by a semi..thank God i rolled and didn’t have to have my departure anounced by some Indiana Police officer..😪 Be safe always..and God bless the men and women behind the thin blue line..🎄☃️

[@dippindotsd7511]

I've never cried so hard just from watching a youtube video until now.

[@fordtruckman80]

When I was around 5 or 6 years old I had a local PD officer approach my mom in a Walgreens and ask her if he could buy me a Hot Wheels car. She said yes, and he told me to pick out whichever one I wanted. Maybe he witnessed something horrible that day and wanted to end the day on a positive note, or maybe I reminded him of a child that was no longer with us. I'll never know the reasoning behind his kind gesture, but he made my day back then and I will never forget it.

[@countysheepdog55]

*What comes from the HEART, touches the HEART* 1. This will be my *FIRST* Christmas Eve/Day & NY's Eve/Day I'll be home wth my family in *7 YEARS.* 💙👪💙

[@scaatylobo]

THANK YOU, for the tears and memorys. Wore the badge for 26 years,STILL miss the great chances to help.

[@blakepatterson4832]

Scaaty Lobo thank you for your civil services to the people of this great nation. The ability to help one another is becoming a scarcely sought trait among today’s public!

[@michaelegotti6439]

Respect law enforcement it’s hella sad people hate law enforcement for doing there job

[@johnnull8907]

I sit alone Like the trooper, a wife gone home to Jesus, kids are all grown and on their own, by Gods grace doing ok. I await to do the scripture reading at my granddaughters wedding and look back at a life well lived. Hoping for a few more years to bless others and be blessed by those like our trooper, police, military, and others that serve. Oh, did I mention the wedding is of two wonderful young people who attended West Point, are new officers and will be on their way to serve our country that needs more love than we can give. God Bless America. Old Navy John

[@joepromedio]

I was born in Los Angeles in the early 50's. The CHP has done a superb job keeping our communities safe while holding themselves to the highest ethical standards. God Bless the CHP and all LEO's.

[@alexsystems2001]

Thank you to all the first responders, our service men and women and everyone else for keeping our communities and families safe! There is not enough respect for what you all do! I hope you all have very happy holidays, make it home to your families safe and enjoy all the fruits of your labors keeping us safe and free! Again thank you is not enough but thank you! Keep doing what you do, including making touching videos like this!

[@stevej6339]

This get me every time I watch it. Had the pleasure of hearing it done Mr Welch himself and this video is a beautiful rendition of it. Well done CHP from a fellow Trooper.

[@lizzysphotography3720]

No words needed. Thank you all peace makers for your service.

[@donboos6530]

Wow,Wow,Wow! What a great performance for outstanding people!

[@RyanBowie1]

This is the third christmas eve in a row I watched this. Still has the same emotional impact.

[@stanwiggins3423]

What a moving presentation, and too many people refuse to see and understand what law enforcement officers have to bear when they work their jobs and come into contact with the devastation and sadness from time to time. A very poignant reminder to us all.

[@DrBob-xg5kv]

Crying like a baby. God Bless our protectors, all they do for us and what "we" put them through.

[@mariedalbusco6798]

Life can be so cruel .This is so true to life ❤️

[@billyraycyrusvevoofficial6235]

Why did this beautiful video get recommended to me so late after Christmas. God, I'm in tears with the beauty of the story telling. Hopefully one day I'll have the qualifications and the courage to put my name in for tribal police and serve my people on our reserves. God bless the brave men and women of law enforcement.

[@forever4cats]

That was a tear jerk time for sure. Praise God I have been drug and alcohol free for over 50 years and that is how I carry the message of compassion and love

[@kathrynmiller6026]

Wow, Retired State Trooper, Bob Welsh, you definitely were the Angel Sue McKay & her Mom, needed that cold winter's night. God bless you for the difference you made in some many lives. Merry Christmas & God Bless you & your family.

[@12thgeorgia31]

To all you public servants out there, Hats off to you!

[@AVR-hf1rl]

Well done good and faithful servant My God bless your remaining days

[@95aeroboy]

OMG...it made me cry...and I'm a 46 yr old man...😢😢😢👏

[@margaretsands4172]

I am such a sook. This made me cry and I never cry over things like this. I must be getting old.

[@cynthiaplaza3721]

God bless our peace officers AMEN BEAUTIFUL ❤️🙏