Today, I want to share something that’s been weighing heavily on my heart. My son, Dalvin — or as many of you know him, Daddy Chomp — recently posted a video about wanting to change his career path. If you haven’t watched it yet, go check it out on his channel.
A Dream Since Childhood
As Dalvin’s mother, I have to say this didn’t come as a surprise to me. His desire to join the Police Academy has been with him since he was a little boy. Dalvin has always had this deep fascination — ever since he was young, my baby has loved anything related to law enforcement. He’s always wanted to become a police officer.
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A Mother’s Perspective
Now, I know this might sound selfish, but I have to speak from my heart. I’ve never wanted any of my children, or anyone in my family, to become a police officer, a soldier, or a firefighter. That’s just the truth.
Why? Because I fear losing them. I fear that knock on the door, that phone call delivering the kind of news no parent ever wants to hear — that someone I love has lost their life in the line of duty. I know there are families who’ve had to live through that pain, and I don’t ever want mine to face it.
Gratitude Mixed with Fear
Before I go any further, I want to express my deepest respect and gratitude to those who have the courage to take on these roles. They risk their lives for our country and communities. Without them, who would protect us? I truly appreciate and honor what they do.
But when it’s your own child stepping into that danger — that’s a whole different story. As a mother, I can’t help but worry. I can’t help but imagine the worst. I can’t bear the thought of losing my son to a profession that puts his life at risk every single day.
The Reality of Raising Grown Children
Some of you might say, “Why don’t you just tell him how you feel?” The truth is — Dalvin wouldn’t listen. When your kids are grown, they’re going to do what they want no matter what you say. I’m not the type of mom who tries to control everything, but I do pray to God for my children every single day.
Why It’s More Dangerous Now
If this were 50 or 70 years ago, being a police officer would’ve been a lot safer. But times have changed. Nowadays, so many people distrust or even dislike the police. There are people out there who deliberately target officers. The respect and safety that once came with that uniform aren’t the same anymore.
And to be honest, Dalvin has a bit of a temper. I worry about that. If someone provokes him, will he be able to stay calm? I wonder — do they really evaluate emotional control and mental stability at the Police Academy? Because there are some officers out there who clearly weren’t ready for the job, and that scares me.
A Mother’s Voice
I know some of you might say, “Chomp’s a grown man — he can do what he wants.” And you’re right. He will. But he’s still my son, and as his mother, I have every right to share how I feel.
I don’t want him to go. His father and I both don’t want him to enter the Police Academy. It’s just too dangerous. There are so many other things he could do — like real estate, even international real estate, where he could work anywhere with the right license.
But at the end of the day, I’ll drop to my knees and pray. If it’s God’s will, then it will be. I’ll keep praying for my children, no matter how old they are or where they live. Every single day, I pray for their safety and for God to keep them in His care.
