Jake has gone back and forth with scouting. Our last ward, did scouting, but it wasn't very consistent. The scouting program here is strong in both our ward and stake. When we first got here Jake did scouts and then decided he didn't want to participate. I was bummed, because he has done quite a bit of stuff and they are always doing things to help these guys advance. Recently he came to us and said he wanted to try scouts again. I was happy, but must admit I know NOTHING about scouts and it is something that overwhelms me and I can't seem to remember anything about it. Thank goodness we have some GREAT leaders who love scouting! Tuesday, March 31st was a court of honor. Jake was in charge of the color guard and even though he didn't yell the commands like Dave wanted him too, he did do them with authority. He did a GREAT job and looked so handsome in his scout shirt! He received several awards that came with little pins for the moms and that he pinned on me. It was a VERY exciting night! Way to go Jake we are SUPER proud of you!!
Overseeing the younger scouts properly fold the flag. They also read what each fold meant. VERY INTERESTING!
Receiving his awards from Scoutmaster Jim
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I hope the "back and forth" thing ends up with the same results for Austen!! He just always seems to find an excuse or reason for not wanting to be involved with the Scouting Program, then he'll all of a sudden be cool with it again?? Go figure? I just think it can be such a wonderful influence for young men!
I know how it feels with the scout program. I have been Emily's girl scout leader for 8 years so I thought I knew everything about scouting. When Jeremy started cub scouts I was totally lost. I am also glad we have awesome leaders who keep the boys interested and involved. I am proud to say that Jeremy will earn his Webelos badge and his arrow of light next month when he crosses over to the boy scout program.
Nice job Jake! It's always good to see those boys in their uniforms.
Way to go, Jake! That's awesome!
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