lives by that most sacred calling, to serve and protect. their immortal legacy lives on in each and every one of you. they're strength lives in your soul. their courage glows in your heart, and their blood flows in your veins, and today every american heart bleeds blue. that's for sure. this morning i want to share with you the american people a few stories about the heros we have gathered to celebrate and remember. with us today is the family of lieutenant aaron allen special of the south port police department in indiana.