With every 8th birthday for boys in our house, comes the excitement of joining Cub Scouts. Drew was no different. He couldn’t wait for this 8th birthday and to attend his first den meeting. He got a nice new scout shirt, neckerchief, slide and Wolf book. He started reading his book before he even got to his first den meeting. During one of Drew’s late night readings, he memorized the cub scout motto, oath, law and handshake. He was so excited to show me in the morning.
He had earned his Bobcat within a week of his eighth birthday. His first pack meeting was adorable. He was so excited to go up and get his award. When you earn your Bobcat, your dad has to turn you upside to remind you to “do a good turn daily.” Drew was boasting. You could just see his excitement as he got to participate with all the older boys and join the pack.
As a mom of an Eagle Scout, I know what this journey entails. It is long and rigorous one, but I have loved all the lessons it taught our oldest son and wouldn’t want it any different for Drew. Next up, Wolf rank. I am sure it won’t be long before he gets it!
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