The highest award in Cub Scouts is the Arrow of Light. This award is earned when a scout as a Webelo, has been an activity participant in their den, and completed many Cub Scout requirements. The Scout is now ready to join a Boy Scout troop.
Our Scout troop had a special ceremony for those boys that had earned their Arrow of Light and were moving on to Boy Scouts. The Chief presented them with the highest honor, the Arrow of Light. Before this can happen, they must take a journey through their memories with the Chief.
Saturday, November 30, 2013
Arrow of Light
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Sunday, November 24, 2013
"I Will Not Fail Thee, Nor Forsake Thee"
In Elder Brown's email a couple weeks ago he talked about the strength he received from a talk given by President Monson in October's General Conference titled, I Will Not Fail Thee. In his email he states, "Last night when I was at the lowest low I've had yet, I started to read President Monson's talk from this last conference and he said something that really stuck out to me.
become stronger as we face and survive the trials through which we must pass. We know that there
are times when we will experience heartbreaking sorrow, when we will grieve, and when we may
be tested to our limits. However, such difficulties allow us to change for the better, to rebuild our
lives in the way our Heavenly Father teaches us, and to become something different from what we
were—better than we were, more understanding than we were, more empathetic than we were,
with stronger testimonies than we had before."
"Good timber does not grow with ease,
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The Window
Thursday night as I was washing dishes, I noticed a tear/cut in the screen on the window above the sink. The screen was not like this the night before. Memories of the kidnapping of Elizabeth Smart came rushing to my mind, as I knew that was one of the signs of the enter into their home leading to their dreadful nightmare. My heart sunk a brief moment as I thought of an evil person trying to break in. Before going to bed, I secured all the windows, locked all the doors, put the alarm on, and made sure my guard dog was stationed at the end of my bed.
The next night while talking to Lizzy, I mentioned that I needed to talk to her older siblings about the screen. I didn't want to frighten her with my theory. She laughed as she admitted that when she was locked out the night before, she damaged the screen trying to break into the house. Mystery solved, new garage door opener installed, and I'm almost done with the Elizabeth Smart book. No more lock outs, and no more unsubstantiated escapes from reality!
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Saturday, November 23, 2013
Battering the Banner
Decorating my house for the holidays brightens every one's spirit, especially mine. Last year, Sarah helped me make a cute banner for our fireplace. I proudly displayed it this year, until yesterday when I found the banner fallen from the mantel missing clothespins. When I inquired as to what might have happened, Ben said, "I wanted to see if my coat could hang on it."
Minor repairs and it will be back up for Thanksgiving, hoping next time Ben hangs up his coat it's in the closet.
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Friday, November 22, 2013
The Incident
Several months ago Lizzy visited an Allergist, who did skin tests as well as blood tests to determine all of her allergies. We were surprised to learn of all the things she is allergic to. At the appointment, we learned she was allergic to all nuts except Brazilian nuts. She was told to NEVER eat nuts period.
Sunday at church, during the sacrament, Lizzy turned to me with a strange look, scratching her legs, informing me that she was getting hives. I thought that maybe she was having an allergic reaction to the Sacrament bread. As we were whispering back and forth, Ben informed me that she had put peanut butter or her waffle for breakfast/lunch. Knowing now exactly what was happening, I asked our family doctor who was sitting in front of us, if I should apply the EpiPen or go home and give her Benadryl. He thought that Benadryl would be adequate.
At home, Benadryl and Allegra were given. She seemed fine for awhile, and then the hives began to spread. I gave her more Benadryl making her VERY tired. She slept with an EpiPen in her hand while I ran back and forth from Young Women's to home. She missed our Evening of Excellence, and slept until morning. Poor girl, I think she learned an important lesson today.
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Wednesday, November 20, 2013
Halloween 2013
Halloween celebrations began with a parade of costumed children at Valley View Elementary. We were so happy to see the parade made a come back. Many of my children were at Valley View when the parade was prohibited. By the size of the crowd, it was apparent, that many other children and parents were happy as well. Mase comes everywhere with me when I watch him, so he got to be a part of it.
The evening began with homemade chicken noodle soup, chili, and hot scones to warm us up. Family, friends, and hunger trick-or-treaters are always welcome. It's not advertised, just open to all.
Mason was my first little trick-or-treater. He was the most adorable little dinosaur with an awesome growl. He loved his Halloween zippy, and book from his favorite Grandma:).
Another successful, Halloween!
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Friday, November 8, 2013
The Brown Party
A spooky skeleton, adorable dinosaur, The Joker, and Phil Roberts, were a few of the guests at Grandma Brown's Halloween Party.
What a fun night spending time with cousins, fishing, playing Halloween bingo, beating on a PiƱata, and eating scones, soup and chili. These are times my kids will always remember.
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Saturday, November 2, 2013
Pumpkins and Pizza
Pumpkin shaped pizza, and skilled pumpkin carving, shared with some of our favorite friends, is an October highlight. This has been a 5 year Halloween tradition with the Fulks'. Sometimes I wonder if all these great festivities are appreciated or enjoyed. I know how much I love them. It warmed my heart to read Mike's e-mail this week where he said, " Gosh, I'm so jealous that you all had the annual pumpkin carving night without me! Alright I think it's time to admit it... looking back now I totally regret not carving pumpkins every year... I was a little punk and thought I was too cool for that but I miss it now! So Mom, Jody, and everyone else I'm sorry! But I guess it's just my loss right?"
While each carved pumpkin is fabulous, one usually stands out for one reason or another. This year, the one that was most striking to me was Elmo. It was most impressive because Elmo was carved by Jon, the artist, only by looking at a pattern on-line. Wow, impressive!
Holidays are especially enjoyable when you have wonderful family and friends to celebrate with. We love the Fulks'!
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