First Class, Star...
Jaren wondering where he won't stick his Mom
Buttons, pins, awards, merit badges...it's Scout time and I have three boys that want to get their Eagle just like Dad did. I absolutely love this program. The leadership, friendship, and skills learned are helping to mold, provide growth and ample opportunities to my sons lives. I love to see the boys do things that are worthwhile and make them better citizens and people ...
A good squeeze
While working on Citizenship of the Community the boys were definitely all boy and made me laugh as we spent several hours of service work at our local Distribution services hanging and sorting clothing and toys. Articles of clothing were hung on us several times as boys would try to see if you would notice...a Napolean Dynamite shirt was found that we just HAD to buy that said Vote for PEDRO. We found all kinds of treasures and loved serving together.
"We often equate charity with visiting the sick, taking in casseroles to those in need, or sharing our excess with those who are less fortunate. But really, true charity is much, much more. Real charity is not something you give away; it is something that you acquire and make a part of yourself. And when the virtue of charity becomes implanted in your heart, you are never the same again."--Marvin J. Ashton
Hugs...Never ENOUGH
The rewards are simple. Accomplishment and doing hard things...like sleeping in the Scout overnighter in the snow at sub zero temperatures molds us and gets us out of our comfort zone yet, makes us who we are. Hugs....are given along the way, but the friendships that develops and the people we become is well earned. Doing hard things helps us to face the world and gives us the drive to tackle whatever comes our way. The scouting program is remarkable....it helps us to find the strength beyond our own and to do things beyond our reach.
