Why Did We Leave "the Organization That Shall Not Be Named?"
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- Опубліковано 27 жов 2023
- Why did we leave “The Organization That Shall Not Be Named?”
We get asked about why we left "The Organization That Shall Not Be Named" a lot. And, as members of this channel I feel like it's ok to share with our Pro Monkey Family a bit more detail about why, after so many years, you would step away from an organization you love so much. So... here it goes... the whole story why we left.
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My wife & I were foster parents, for children being removed from their homes. Over the years, we had over 12 children stay with us. Thank You both for what you do.
As a Clinical Social Worker who works adolescent inpatient (hospital) with mostly suicidal or serious mental health cases, I completely understand the position your wife was in. It is a recipe for major burnout. Hard enough keeping your head screwed on right as it is working that kind of job, without also doing similar on your spare time. Got to take care of yourself first before you try to help anyone else.
You do such important work! Thank you for what you do❤
I’ve always had the greatest respect for you two but have even more now. You’ve dedicated your lives to protect kids. There is nothing more noble.
I admire you both. I belong to an organization that we know have a mission for kids and veterans. We do two charity rides. A year plus multiple fundraisers through out the year for both causes. We have an ex senator ( bill diamond ) in Maine who started up walk a mile in their shoes. And we were the first to get his charity out there. We are doing everything we can to helping the children
Thank you for what you did. And your wife for what she does.
I really appreciate you guys, I was abused as a child and was taken by cyfd here in New Mexico it was a struggle for my little self at the time but I had so much support. Ended up getting adopted and have a great forever family. I totally support BACA for what they do, and everyone else that supports and helps abandoned/abused children.
Great video. Loved how you highlighted the “right way” to exit an organization. Thanks for all your efforts in supporting children. Well done!
It takes a special person to do what you and her have done I used to work with an organization who helped remove women and children from abusive homes. When we were no longer allowed to protect them or defend ourselves the organization had to shop
Thanks for everything both of you did, and continue to do, for the kids!
You bet!
Thanks for the update. With a wife in the same field, I can understand this for sure. Thankyou for being transparent
This is just my opinion. I think the heroes are the kids who go through that stuff. The 10 year old that gives up a better life , goes back to the parent that abused them because they are worried about the 2 younger kids. Raises them, then becomes a cop. That's my hero. Her name is Kirsten.. good vid. I could never do that sort of work/ charity.
They way you left the org. solidifies who you are in this community. You left with LOYALTY, HONOR, LOVE & RESPECT, and many still speak of you as FAMILY !!! So glad I was able to meet the two of you in Sturgis. Hope to catch you again sometime.
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I don’t think you owe any kind of explanation. However, as a follower of the channel I kind of was wondering. I’m not part of an organization that shall not be named but….I work an a branch of healthcare that I am constantly fighting hospitals, doctors and insurance companies to give and provide the care that people, especially the elderly, can be able to live at home and maintain a quality of life. What I’m talking about is a can of worms that requires so much conversation unless your in my world. The Healthcare system is broken. Anyway, I salute you both for your decision. That took some Avocados, all in or out. I have a funny feeling you two will be back in your organization. I can tell the passion is still there but maybe right now is not the right time. I’m still on fire for my cause because I’m single and have that luxury. I wish there was an organization in my Missouri area that addresses elderly and handicapped persons. I would be on board. God Bless!
I was a founder/president of a BACA Chapter in a Northern CA County where the services were much needed. We were well on our way to becoming a full charter when an issue arose at a State Conference. Some of the chapters in the larger metropolitan areas decided that retired and or current members of law enforcement should not be members of BACA. These chapters had been attending CofC meetings and began to be influenced by the clubs of CofC. As a retired LEO, this left a bit of a bitter taste. I respectfully left the chapter, along with a number of other members who disagreed with this type of direction for the organization. It is truly an awesome organization. It was just sad that many had lost their way and became a bite too full of themselves. I fully respect your decision and the reasons for that decision...and huge props to Mrs. Monkey for the work she does. I had been assigned to child sexual assault cases during my career... toughest cases to handle for anyone.
Is this normal? Disagreement of allowing retired LEOS or current LEOS to be part of the organization?
I hold the most amount of respect and admiration for everyone that is affiliated with BACA. My daughter had a case, and is still being supported by her BACA folks! I love that they never left her! Thanks to you and the Lady for doing what you do!
God bless Mrs. Monkey for fighting the good fight and helping innocent children.
Wow! I have been watching you guys for a couple of years and knew that you did things for children but I didn't know to what extent. You 2 are truly an inspiration!
You’ve been doing good work, but it’s honorable to put your family first. You only have 18 summers to fill your child with love, and to prepare them to deal with the cruel world. As a dad with grown children, I wish I had more time to guide them, but both my boys turned out to be great man. Thank you both for your work and may God bless you
Sometimes you gotta know when to say when. I never realized how hard it is to " Work The Mission" till I was doing it. I even tried to get my wife to do it but after seeing this now I know why she told me that is your thing not mine.
Anyone who prioritizes children have a special place in heaven. In my opinion, children are the most important gem( I didn't want to say "thing") in the world. My wife and I donate to children's causes. When we were members of Ft. HOG, we were invited to Daytona for a party were we donated money to Boggy Creek. On that Sunday we were to go visit the children but I couldn't go. It was too emotional for me as I would have cried the minute I would have seen those precious children. God bless you both.
From a former bother from Las Vegas, thank you to for helping our heros not to feel afraid in the world in which they live. You both made a huge impact on the kids in your area and will undoubtedly be amazing parents!
I rode around with a cruiser group for almost a year once. now I don't have a cruiser, and that may have been an undercurrent problem, but when I mentioned "you don't have to slow down to 10 mph (or more) below the posted sign" they all lost their shit. we parted ways.
Thank you for showing love to law enforcement for helping when kids are going through hell. Too often the motorcycle community finds it fashionable to hate cops for no reason other than "culture". Keep in mind, a shit ton of cops ride too, so, we can get along if you want but you have to make that choice. Cops go through a ton of nasty shit on the job from seeing bikers run over by big rigs, to finding infants murdered in their carriers and discarded outside in the winter cold by their own mother who was too twacked out of her mind to realize infants cry when they're hungry and the way to make it stop is to feed it. Any way, soory for the rant, all that to say, thank you for breaking with biker culture and showing law enforcement a little love for what we deal with. ML&R
As a retired Navy police and DOD officer I have been involved in too many of these child abuse calls. It takes a lot out of you and you need some me time. Unfortunately you never forget as much as you would want to. Love your content and God bless you and your family
Much respect to both of you for what you've done. Definitely understand your decision.
I just want to tell you that you inspired my husband to join baca. He's been a part of it for like 6 months now and let's just say it's a great organization. We live in Cleveland Ohio.
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I'm down in Akron, will have to take a look!
I have so much respect for you two. I was an investigator for Child Protective Services for only 1 year. I emotionally could not handle it and it interfered with my ability to perform the job so I left. You are so much stronger and amazing than I could ever be.
It is a touch job for sure. The CPIs see the worst as it’s happening. We’re all in it together in different roles. Much ❤
I understand how it can be "so much". I'm the VP of our chapter and a former P - and I'm and investigator with Child Protective Services. My wife works for a juvenile probation office and is our agency liaison. We have to work hard to not burn out! Much love and respect from BACA Shepherd.
I admire both of you for everything you do and did for the children I can only imagine how hard it would be to deal with that as a main job and on your off time that is a good organization and help a lot of kids and there parents as well I'm sure and you are very correct about leaving a club the right way and when it comes down to it you still have to think of your family and your on mental state thanks for the explanation I have been wondering about it but never wanted to ask because that is a personal decision thank you guys for always keeping me company when I'm driving from job to job stay safe everyone
I just retired after 25 years in law enforcement. The past 8 my job was to investigate child sexual abuse. You definitely see things that definitely cause you to lose sleep.
First off, thank you for caring so much for the ones that needed to be cared for. I like watching the channel, and for you to share personal information just shows who you are as person. I understand about leaving an organization. I had belonged to one before and enjoyed everything about it. But once I had to leave the general area and took 2 plus hours one way to make the meetings became too much. I decided to leave and not go into nomad status. It was hard to leave but there is always other events or tasks that can be done without the long commitment.
Love the channel keep it up.
You both are awesome for doing what you do for kids. I am retired LE 32 years and every one of those cases is tough. I walked from a National Organization myself and did exactly as you. Did not seek re election and ties up all my loose ends before I departed. I miss all my brothers and sisters and some stay in tough but there are always a couple MF’s that cant stay in their Lane. I know dedicate my time to Lawmen’s MC. We raise funds and donate the monies to children’s organizations and veterans. Again thank your wife for what she doe she is a saint.
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Thank you for what you do ❤
Thank y’all so much! I was wondering too. Much respect ❤
MLHR to you two. FYI, I’ve watched your channel for a few years now and was always intrigued by the “Organization That Shall Not Be Named”. The passion I heard you consistently express about helping kids really drew on me. Over time, and with careful watching, I finally figured out who the organization was. Once I looked at their video, I was hooked. Been involved ever since with NO regrets. Much respect for knowing your situation and unwinding yourself in such a way as to put no one - especially the kids - in jeopardy. You are good peeps and I’m glad to know you (in a long distance sort of way). Keep on doing you!
Much respect to the two of you. Thank you for sharing this bit with us.
YI have been impressed with you both since day one because of your sense of humor, your banter with each other and your personalities in general. However, being privy to this secret part of your lives you just boosted my respect tenfold. There are many things that I would like to be a part of but anything that would cause me to see or hear about child abuse i just can't handle. I am a puddin' of sorts. If I was put in a position of having to console or encourage an abused child be breaking down and need to receive what I was supposed to be giving. When possible I will be seeking out and supporting chapters. GOD Bless Youz Guyz!
Proud of you! Many will and should realize Family comes first. Not to say your organisation is not Family you have to put the 3 of you first. I am sure your organisation understands and supports your decision because it is best for both of your Families. You both will always support the organization not to be names because of the Great work they do. I hope your life gets better as time goes on but will always be proud of what you both have accomplished in yoyr past and will continue to do in your future. Good Luck and hope your life continues to be Happy.
Thanks for what you did and what you continue to do. Much love.
You two are how I found out about the organization and started the mission. Best thing I've ever been apart of, thank you
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That’s great work that you both do and I completely understand your reasons for stepping away! Good on you both!
I admire you both for all you do and continue to do for the kids. You two have very big hearts and the world could use more people like you!
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You two have my respect and admiration for how you handled it and made sure the Heroes and your duties were completely taken cared of and/or resolved. My wife & I left shortly after we earned our “tomatoes” and bottom rockers for the secondary reasons you left. We absolutely loved the organization and the majority of the people but there were some patches that treated us like we were scum and not worth anything even though we gave and would give more of every ounce of our soul to empower those kids during their darkest times. At the end of the day, we left because we wanted to protect our family from the chauvinistic, hateful and down right mean spirited treatment we received on the L1’s. It’s amazing how some patches acted when they knew no one was watching versus when they thought they had the spotlight and their ego & self worth overshadowed the mission. We appreciate you two and we love your channel and it’s content. Keep up the great work and know you have our utmost respect and support. God Bless 🙏❤️
I am sorry you had that experience in the Org. That is not how anyone should be treated. Everyone has a role to play and no one should be treated that way. It is not indicative of the Org or every chapter, just to let you know.
@@cem1133 We both appreciate the time you spent reading & replying to our comment. We’re truly heartbroken when we reported the behavior, we got “yeah, we know who he is and we got a lot of complaints about him. He’s been with BACA for 15 or 16 years, so he’s not going anywhere” instead of “don’t let that bother you but please focus on your own reasons why you’re both here in helping the children. Yes, it absolutely is a kick in the gut when that happened to us but we did the right thing and those who we’re still friends with after we officially left said we did the right thing. Who knows, we may want to come back if things change and the culture shifts to being about the mission versus a “big D party” and doing everything in their power to make new members feel uncomfortable & unwelcome. Until then, we’ll focus on our own family and business and we know you’ll do the same. Keep up the great content and attitude, we’ll be watching and supporting you guys. God Bless.
@davidtruong9367 Again I am sorry that you were treated that way in the Org. It is supposed to be all about the kids but can get toxic on occasion with bad members. That should have been taken care of by your sponsor and by the CEB. Unfortunately the Org has started to become in my opinion to big to fast and things are taking the CEM and SEB's away from mission and having them focus to much on policy. As a sponsor myself and as the chapter Sgt-at-arms I was disheartened to hear what ya'll experienced. Again please don't let that one member taint how you view the Org and I hope one day you guys will decide to come back in.
All the best
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@@cem1133 Unfortunately it was our sponsor that said that when we reported the awful behavior to her and we got ZERO follow ups from the CEB. So after a full three days, we officially left and gave back the patches. It was a very sad day; we miss our brothers and sisters so much as we now watch on the sidelines cheering them on from a distance. Wish we were in your chapter based on your insights and thoughts about how things “should have” happened or been handled, but that was not the case. Praying for all those who still ride and give their all to those kids.
Thank you both for your heartfelt service to the children in need. Well done!
Much respect..... yall are truly good folks....thanks
Ill say thank you both for your commitment. Its a tuff job, and you both did it outstandingly. Now, I've noticed and wandered about what was going on because you didn't talk or show anything related to the cause lately. It was that obvious, but i feel i didnt know you well enough to stick my nose in your business. Thank you for sharing now and clearing it all up. Ill say you both have real class. Outstanding job. I bet you left a hugh hole to be filled. I see in the future you both are going back. You loved it and the kids too much to not. Good luck. Hope to see and maybe ride with you at Sturgis next summer!
I have lot's of respect for what you have done with BACA. Our local clubs all work together to support each other and all of the needs of the community. Children and their needs are top of the list. If you are ever in Eureka California I would love to meet you in person. Your channel has provided some great information and your causes are close to my heart.
Thank you for sharing your experiences and god bless you guys for everything you do
I respect both of you guys for doing this video and all the good work with the kids ❤
Very high props to both of you, my mom was a foster parent for over 25 years and as a kid growing up seeing all the abuse and damage these young kids went through made me so angry at the bastards that could do such a thing, it was difficult to deal with, but my mom touched so many lives and was awarded foster parent of the year many years, so thank you to both of you and all that you do.
Well I knew you guys cared with alll your hearts now I have Huge respect. Being a Nurse I know the pressures and stresses of life I appreciate you both and Thank you for all you do ❤❤❤❤
Thanks for letting us all know about this part of your lives. It’s clear that y’all are standup people and don’t put your egos in front of the “organization”. Props. Much love, honor, and respect. Ride safe.
Thank you for all you have done and everything you do in the future for the world
Thank you two for your service. Those kids need people like yourselves !
That must have been very hard and stressful... I have so much respect and admiration for that organization.. Amazing what is done for the kids.. I'm in Hamilton Ontario Canada and they Are great people. I can not even Imagine what it's like to have Brothers and Sisters like that in my life. You will both have the most amazing memories from that .. sorry life has to make things change as it does. I wish you the Best of luck moving forward with the channel and making kids lives so much better
Totally understand now. Thank you for the explanation. I had been wondering what happened since you always spoke so highly of the organization.
Good luck to you both with your future endeavors, and looking forward to seeing what's in store next.
God Bless you both , rolled with a nother MC ( Not to Be Named ) Much Respect to Both for your work . Hooe to see you in Daytona
You guys are amazing. You are fighting the battle on the home front. Thanks for your videos and seeing your beautiful Motorcycles. I hope to be able to see you all at a rally and talk to you all more about this. But that's if I can get time off the army.
Thank you both for your honesty god bless you both.
God bless you! I completely understand. We owe you a debt of gratitude for the job you do, the organization was blessing to have you and will continue doing the work on their end. I couldn’t imagine the things you see.
I wanted to say thank you for what you both do the kids that need help. You guys are amazing 👏
Thank you for what you have done to help the kids!
I really appreciate for all you guys did for all those kids for so many years and for all the sacrifices you guys went through. I think you and your wife should make a podcast about it to encourage other people to help with this cause. I have a nephew who is a psychologist who works with abused kids from different countries coming to United States and know exactly what you are talking about. Again thank you guys, we need more people like you guys.
I've got a whole new appreciation and love for your channel. I've been looking at riding with one group I'm particularly interested in. I think you may know them as GOC. Your informational videos were and are helpful as I am trying to get a chapter started here in Gettysburg Pa. Nothing is more important to me then protecting our children so much love to you both. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
You guys are awesome people. Enjoyed our visit and look forward to visiting again.
You left with Honor and dignity, with your head held high. That speaks a lot to your character and how serious you took your commitment. Nothing but respect for you. Keep doing what you're doing.
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God bless you both for your sacrifices made for the kids you undoubtedly helped. Selflessness is the defining characteristic of good people. Glad to call you friends.
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Thank you guys and what an incredible role you both play and have played. I'm going to look into what the organisation does in England.
Darrin from St. Charles Mo. here!! I love you guy!! Bless your hearts for what you have accomplished.
Great organization, I live near a chapter here in California, and a buddy of mine is part of the organization and has asked many times for me to join. But as you said, I just haven't had the time to give it the attention it deserves. I work in an institution with juveniles and coach youth baseball, and...and...and... there's never enough time. Good for you guys!!! It's awesome that you can evaluate your needs and priorities for you to be good! Sorry, I'm rambling. Until next time keep the rubber side down 👍
Just joined as a new member of the channel. I had no idea you belonged to such a group. Thanks for the service. I can certainly appreciate that it must be a very hard job to do. We need more people like you guys in this messed up world 😊
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I wanted to ask about this when we talked in Sturgis, but didn't want to pry. I'm glad that you did this video.
Y’all are righteous people! Your channel is awesome! Thanks!
Nothing but Love & Respect for both of you! Just happy to still be able to see and hang with you two from time to time.
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God bless you two for the work you have done with the kids that really need help.
Huge respect to you both and thank you .
You are both great people! There are getting to be fewer true good people in the world. Thank you for everything you both do! Stay safe
Mad respect for the both of you. Thank you for all that you both do, I couldn't imagine the things you have seen and dealt with.
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Love you guys even more, thank you for all you do and did for the children. I hope and pray you and Mrs Monkey continue to do the work even in the civilian world
Always wondered what the "OTSNBN" was -- much respect! Appreciate you both sharing. Semper Fi
Hats off to both of you. its great to see your support for each other .
Working in the social services is taxing and exhausting and to save your own sanity, the occasional , short or a permanent break is needed.
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Thank you for doing what you do and spreading so much knowledge of subjects most don't know. Congrats and does this mean more builds lol
We need more folks like the 2 of you in the world cause if there were kids wouldn't find themselves in bad situations. God bless the both of you for what you have done and are doing!!!!!!
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You both are such fantastic people. Hope we get to meet in person sometime. There is a season for everything in life. Making time for yourself and those precious years with baby monkey is something you won’t regret. They go by so fast. Much love, honor and respect to you and your family.
God bless you both never stop being who you are!!!
Thank you both for your time and support to the mission, been with the organization that shall not be named for a few years now . Take care both stay safe and rubber side down !
Much respect for y’all. I can tell it took some serious deep sole searching for y’all to come to this decision. I see this as a continuation of your dedication to kids. Today its your own. So proud to “know” you both. You are an example to follow for sure. In my humble opinion. Hope to have the pleasure of meeting y’all in person someday. Thank you for all you do for the kids, and for all you do for the world of motorcycling. You videos bring much appreciated value to those of us watching. I suspected Mrs Monkey had a high pressure/stressful job, today I learned that is true and that she holds a noble position amongst the top of the noble positions. ❤❤❤ to the Mrs and you Mr Monkey. One last thing, your daughter is lucky to have y’all as parents and humanity will benefit through her for it. Much love and respect, Frank, aka “allswild” 😊
In my experience it is two step away and wash your hands of it because you can always go back. Glad to hear you close all your books before you walked away
Thank you heroes for what you do.....God bless you!!!
Family first ..good on both of you for the things you have done and still do ..much love brother and sister..
As long as you are helping the children is all that matters if you need to leave a group that takes more from you, and you are still providing great care for the kids that's all that matters
I appreciate you. I would have love to be apart of that organization. But I'm 100% involved with my work. Love you guys!!! You guys are awesome
Love your channel and thanks for all you have both done for the kids. I've been in LE for over 30 years and have seen and investigated some horrific cases against kids. And unfortunately for all the cases we all know about, there are at least just as many we are unaware of!! Again, thank you both!!!
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Thanks for all You guys Do ...
Thank you for all you do and have done.
Tough choice.... could not have been easy. Thank you for sharing. Thank you for all you do for kids.
I have been interested in joining this organization for quite some time. Unfortunately I live right in the middle of two chapters and both are 5 hours in either direction. I have a great deal of respect and appreciation for these people. Cheers bud!
The work you both do is nothing short of heroic. Mrs. Monkey is a Saint for what she does everyday. God bless you both and thank you for sharing.
Much respect for you guys being part of that org. Had caught a few glimpses of the cuts and such in previous videos and had asked you about this recently. Glad to see the video get out out there addressing it. Much respect to you both 👊🏻🥃
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Thank you both for everything you have done in the organization. I know how y'all feel I belong to guardians of the children Gastonia chapter
Thanks for sharing! Love your channel!