Coffee & Superheroes

I feel compelled to write something about coffee and superheroes. It's a pairing that has gone back to early comic books.

Coffee During Patrols

If you are looking for a way to show your face publicly while out on patrol and gain some public support, try making a little stop for coffee at the end of your patrol.

This is also a great way to make new RLSH feel comfortable. You show them the ropes while out on patrol, stop for coffee at the end, and maybe spend a little time discussing patrol.

Coffee is also pretty inexpensive in the long run, especially if you like it black.

Why Is Coffee A Good Idea For RLSH?

• It humanizes you and makes you relatable to those around you.

• Helps you stay alert until you're done with your patrol. And, to be clear, you're not really done with patrol until you're out of uniform.

• Need information from someone? Try plying them with a cup of coffee.

• It's a great way to meet up or talk with other RLSH in your area or whom you may patrol with.

• Leave a tip and you'll make a friend with the baristas, which could lead to some information down the road.

• It increases productivity while decreasing chance of depression.

• It can enhance athletic ability; whether you're picking up litter or looking for a missing person or helping the homeless, enhancing your athletic ability is always a bonus.

If you're ever in my neighborhood, I'll meet you for a cup of coffee.

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On an entire other note, if you are an RLSH, please take a moment to fill out this RLSH 2026 Demographics Survey. It's anonymous. Just looking to gather some general information to study. It will end up becoming an article after the end of the year.

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