For the record, we are not scouters. We will always make our boys go faithfully, because its church advocated. But I don't love it, and Nate doesn't love it. So the progression of Kolbe has been entirely to the thanks of the most fabulous leaders. In Great Falls, where Kolbe earned his wolf, bobcat and bear, his leaders did not get much appreciation from Kolbe. He was down-right onery about attendance, which thrilled Nate and I to consider long arguements over this until he was 18~we are very thankful for fab leaders though! Then we moved to Fairfield.
Nate and I prayed very hard about this decision. And we had an undeniable feeling that this is what should happen for our family. Things fell into place so smoothly...and then we moved. And from that moment its been NOTHING of smooth. In fact, I am often daily looking for some goodness in moving here. I assumed it would be easier, smooth sailing, because we'd made it a matter of prayer. Not so! BUT...I can say one sure blessing has been Kolbe's scouting. I think the blessing is entirely in the form of Bro. Doug Deaton. This man is amazing! Can't say it enough. Something flipped a switch in my son...and he now is an avid scouter! He LOVES it...and Doug! While we've thanked him many times, I can't think its sufficient...Doug made Kolbe his Troup Leader, and pays him extra dues...such a blessing.
Kolbe had the most amazing experience with his Arrow of Light. He earned this in Great Falls, but we didn't get it presented because of the move, and well...it just got delayed. The hugest thank you to all of his scouting leaders...we're worthless here, but feel its hugely important for Kolbe...so thank you!(and when this stupid blog lets me put a pic up...I will!)
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