DENNIS A. COLEY
TARBORO —
In these days that people think caring about their neighbors may have died, I want to let people know there are some who still care.
I have directed traffic during the construction of the new Main Street bridge on several occasions. I have been stationed on both the Princeville and Tarboro side.
Each day I was assigned the heat and humidity was unforgiving.
During the day, I had several people stop and ask me if I needed anything.
Some people did not ask, but simply handed me a bottle of cold water or Gatorade.
I knew some of the people. But I was amazed at the number of people that I did not know that offered me something cold to drink. Some of the people I have seen around town. Some of the people I have never seen before.
I spoke to other officers and deputies about this. They all said they had been looked after as well by townspeople and strangers.
I am writing this letter to thank those that made our day better by their gestures of kindness. In this day and time, it means a lot when people look after each other. In our profession it means a lot to us to hear someone say they appreciate what we do. I know by giving us cold beverages to drink on those hot days, those people were telling us we are appreciated.
Again, I want to thank all who showed us signs of appreciation during those hot days.
DENNIS A. COLEY
Deputy, Edgecombe County Sheriff's Office
Tarboro
