Introduction

Unfortunately, people are kidnapped and murdered more than we care to think about. In my situation, with over thirty years as a member of the California Highway Patrol, I've been privy to these statistics.

Background

However, I'd rubbed shoulders with kidnapping and murder long before my pinning as a Patrolman, and not just once!

Personal Reflection

Personal tragedy can be handled in many different ways. I am one who typically chooses the head-on approach when addressing most things. Little did I know how my life choices