The Blue Journey

“I am privileged to have met Mike Geier years ago through a partnership with our non-profit organization. Throughout the years, I have found Mike to be a man of great integrity and compassion, and is one who deeply loves his community, in uniform and out. Through Mike's story, The Blue Journey, one will witness a powerful example of what it looks like to persist in one's calling, no matter what challenges lie ahead. Mike's memoirs prove that a heart to impact the world, coupled with unwavering faith, strong work ethic, and great determination will leave a beautiful legacy that will go on for generations to come.”

Valerie Jameson

President and Founder, Stand True 4 Blue

“An actual 'cop's cop' book from start to finish. A refreshing life story about honor, integrity, and selfless service. Having known and worked for Chief Geier (Ret.) for many years, he is true to his word and cares deeply for others, as is exemplified through the pages of this fantastic book.”

Adam Anaya

Deputy Commander, Albuquerque, NM Police Department; Chief Warrant Officer 2, New Mexico Army National Guard

“I worked together with Mike back around 1999-2002 in the APD Gang Unit. His chapter in The Blue Journey on the gang unit brought back some good memories. Mike was my mentor and guided not only me, but hundreds of officers during their careers. He helped numerous officers prepare for promotional tests, many of whom went on to advance through the ranks and become outstanding leaders in their own right. Mike's book tells the story of a true 'cop's cop.' It contains a first-hand, accurate depiction of what challenges, risks, trials, and tribulations police officers face in their careers. He not only presents entertaining real life stories based on his experiences but also offers personal insight from a lessons-learned perspective for the reader. This book tells what it is like to be a great cop and great leader. Mike's story is truly informative and inspirational and hopefully will encourage others in our profession to follow his example and honorably serve and protect our communities.”

Louie Sanchez

Retired Albuquerque Police Lieutenant; City Councilor, City of Albuquerque, NM

“I recently finished reading The Blue Journey by Mike Geier. For the first 20 years of my career as a police officer, I was fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with Mike and for Mike after he was promoted. He has been my friend for most of my adult life. When he and his family moved to New Mexico in 1994, it was a very depressing time for me and many other officers with the Wilmette Police Department. He would truly be missed. If you have never been in law enforcement, this book will give you an extremely accurate understanding of the life of a police officer. If you have had a career as a police officer, you will be able to relate to just about every story Mike has penned. You might even say to yourself, 'Been there, done that.' Mike was the finest police officer I have ever worked with. His dedication, knowledge, compassion, and understanding were the driving forces that enabled him to work relentlessly at his job. He created a work environment that made other officers want to do a better job. You just wanted to be around Mike while working, hoping that some of that stuff would rub off on you. Fortunately, it frequently did.”

Jeff Green

Retired, Wilmette, Illinois Police Department

“The Blue Journey allows the reader to ride along with Mike though his personal life and law enforcement career. Drawing the reader in with his down-to-earth storytelling, his recollections run the gamut from comical, to tragic, to compassionate, all while humanizing the badge and offering real life insights. He provides a unique perspective of how policing has changed over his 40+ years on the force and how he was able to adapt throughout the decades. Mike proves that, when you are called to a life of servitude, there is rarely a dull moment.”

Jessica Mourning

Stand True 4 Blue member

“I knew Chief Geier was a 'cop's cop' upon my first encounter with him when I was a recruit with my field training officer. He was the lieutenant/watch commander when we heard him call out in a foot chase. My appreciation of him, his knowledge of policing, and his commitment to raising the standards of the profession are fully validated by this passionate memoir of his life on the street.”

Thomas Grover

Attorney and former Albuquerque Police Department Sergeant

“THE BLUE JOURNEY: Memoirs of a Cop's Cop is a wonderful, telling book of the daily life of a cop who served in three very different police departments, rising to the highest position in two of these agencies. The Blue Journey is an easy read where Mike Geier provides a down-to-earth description of what a dedicated cop does to protect and serve the people of his community on a day-to-day basis. He demonstrates what it requires to be a leader and hold cops accountable in an ever changing society. Geier's book is a true story and a must read. Mike Geier is a rare combination—a street cop and a fine writer providing his assessments and experiences of being a 'cop's cop' while maneuvering through the mire of a political environment.”

Bob Martinez

Retired Senior Executive, United States Department of Justice, Past President of the Fraternal Order of Police, Albuquerque Chapter

“I first met Mike Geier as a rookie with the Wilmette Police Department in the mid 1970's. He had just left the Detective Bureau and was back in the Patrol Division. I was lucky to ride with him for a few shifts back then. I knew right away that he was a one-of-a-kind cop. I looked to him as a role model and mentor during my career. His book takes you on a journey from the early seventies to 2020, describing the realities of policing through those five decades. Geier provides a unique insight of policing through his entertaining, well told, and real life collection of 'war stories' that brought back fond memories of my own career. Mike was a close friend, and I even mentioned him when I spoke at my dad's funeral. This book should be a must read for both the average citizen and criminal justice professionals.”

Terry Fitzpatrick

Wilmette Police Department, retired police officer

“Chief Geier's book gives the invaluable steps of character development by walking us through his life's ups and downs—never ignoring the wisdom that comes from the grace of God. Kudos to Chief for writing a genuine and candid book that peels back the layers of his success...from one meaningful struggle to the next.”

Oscar Solis

Law Enforcement Torch Run Operations Director, Special Olympics New Mexico

“I am privileged to have met Mike Geier years ago through a partnership with our non-profit organization. Throughout the years, I have found Mike to be a man of great integrity and compassion, and is one who deeply loves his community, in uniform and out. Through Mike's story, The Blue Journey, one will witness a powerful example of what it looks like to persist in one's calling, no matter what challenges lie ahead. Mike's memoirs prove that a heart to impact the world, coupled with unwavering faith, strong work ethic, and great determination will leave a beautiful legacy that will go on for generations to come.”

Valerie Jameson

President and Founder, Stand True 4 Blue

“An actual 'cop's cop' book from start to finish. A refreshing life story about honor, integrity, and selfless service. Having known and worked for Chief Geier (Ret.) for many years, he is true to his word and cares deeply for others, as is exemplified through the pages of this fantastic book.”

Adam Anaya

Deputy Commander, Albuquerque, NM Police Department; Chief Warrant Officer 2, New Mexico Army National Guard