Posted: May. 29, 2009 10:08 a.m.
Updated: May. 29, 2009 10:08 a.m.

Imagine running a successful business for 30-plus years, then retiring at a relatively young age with enough money you wouldn’t ever have to work again? Sounds like a great situation, doesn’t it? Now imagine that same person going back to work... as a local deputy.

I know someone in that position. I won’t use his name because he wouldn’t want me to, but I felt compelled to share the story of his unselfish desire to serve his community.

He’s giving up relaxing days on the golf course and a vacation home to enter a profession where most of his colleagues will be much younger. What will he get from this?

I’m sure there’s a personal satisfaction from serving the community in this way, and imparting his wisdom and experiences in life on his fellow deputies. The department got a solid worker, with a vast knowledge of many things, who can teach anyone willing to listen what it means to succeed in life. And that’s giving back to your community.