My BIL was a Los Angeles Police officer for years.

When the Pope came to Los Angeles to visit he was on the security detail at the stadium where the service was held.

Years later, he still becomes very animated when he talks about
seeing JP up close. He was told to face the crowd and keep his eyes open. I guess he didn't follow instructions very well-he turned to take a look at him as he passed.

When he tells the story, my BIL becomes very animated and gets an excited look on his face.....to paraphrase him..

"He glowed, it was like he had this brilliance around him."

Pretty cool coming from a tough retired cop that doesn't let his feelings be know often, if at all....