Cub Scout Mania

I always loved helping my older brother David work on his scouting projects when I was a little girl. Then I married Erik who was and is very much into scouting. I always hoped that our sons would love scouting as well. And it looks like we're off to a good start! Last night we attended Joseph's Blue & Gold Banquet. He received 5 arrows (meaning that he's completed 50 electives). He already had 3 on his uniform, so now he has 8 all together. And then he earned 6 belt loops as well: soccer, rollerskating, basketball, bowling, chess, and volleyball. His waist is now weighted down with 12 belt loops. This kid's on FIRE! The boys were asked to bring in pictures or momentos from their vacations, since the theme of the night was America. Joseph brought a couple of pictures from White Sands National Monument and then brought in his Junior Ranger badges; he has 19. Brother Strieby made mention to everyone about what an accomplishment that is to have 19 Junior Ranger badges, and that a lot of hard work went in to receiving each of those. It was quite the sight, as all the Cub Scouts encircled Joseph so that they could get a better look at his badges. I never cease to be amazed by what a great example Joseph is to the other boys. And it's never in a big, showy, center of attention kind of way. He just quietly goes about doing what he believes is right, and the other boys take notice, and sometimes follow. It's pretty amazing to watch! I sure am proud of our Big Cub! Good job, Joseph! Thanks for being such a good kid!