It is essential to our well-being and to our lives that we play and enjoy life. Every day do something that makes your heart sing. Happy Wednesday Michele Bell, PIO

Whenever you find yourself doubting how far you can go, just remember how far you have come. Remember everything you have faced, all the battles you have won, and all the fears you have overcome. Have a great day. Michele Bell, PIO

Carson Davis, (son of Clint and Amy Davis(OCSO property clerk) and his horse Dunny, proudly carried the America flag at a Veterans Appreciation Day held at Freedom Ranch. I’d like to ask each and every one of you to take a minute out of your day and thank a Veteran. THANK YOU VETERANS! Michele Bell, PIO

Seminole Elementary had an emergency service breakfast for First Responders. The students were presented Good Citizen Awards by Sheriff Stephen and his Command Staff. (L-R front row: SRO D/S Camacho, Assistant Principal Erin Ellinger, Dakota Vargas, Jessie Arellano, , Hadley Hoggard, Victor Cardoso, Dr. Thelma Jackson and Kim Syples, sponsor of the event) (L-R back row: Major Gary Bell, CID Captain Robert Coleman, Sheriff Noel E. Stephen and Road Patrol Captain Shannon Pete

Lord God, We ask for your almighty hand to be upon all those who graduate on Friday. Bless their lives from this day on with goodness and love. Help them to stay true to their dreams, to use their gifts wisely and to walk into the future with faith, hope and great love. (unknown author) Amen May you walk safely along the pathways of your dreams. Michele Bell, PIO

Now this is what you call “getting caught with your hand in the cookie jar”… (Cooper Nash, age 6, son of Deputy Sheriff Jack Nash)

(I’ll post this early as many of you will begin your travels today) As you gather with family and friends this weekend for BBQ’s, pool parties, the beach or wherever you are, please take a moment to remember why we have Memorial Day. Please remember all Veterans that made sacrifices so that we may have our Freedom! THANK YOU VETERANS, past, present and future. The Administration offices will be closed on Monday, May 29, 2017 in observance of Memorial Day. Be safe. Don’t drink

All of us could take a lesson from the weather. It pays no attention to criticism… It’s a beautiful day! Michele Bell, PIO

There are two ways of being rich. One is to have all you want, the other is to be satisfied with what you have. Have a great Monday. Michele Bell, PIO

We received a surprise this morning. These little goodie bags were made by Jennie Sue Busbin in honor of 2017 Law Enforcement Week. Thank you Jennie Sue for your support of Law Enforcement! This means a lot to the Sheriff’s Office. Michele Bell, PIO