Today was our first Pack 277 “Go-See-It” when and we visited the Frederick 911 Center.  It was a huge facilites where multiple municipal agencies share resources, personnel, and the building itself.  We had a tour guide who allowed the rambuncious Cub Scouts to see the inner workings of the dispatch unit.  Our leader was an older gentlemen who seemed to have forgtotten the five second attention span of a seven year old, so he gave a very detailed explanation of every aspect of the operation. His colorful montogue included stories of funny 911 stories.  Thank you Frederick 911 for all you do, and the service you provide to our community. 

Friday was awards day for children at Brunswick Elementary School. Hannah-Grace won the “Good Friend” award for being helpful and an encourager to others. Caleb won the “Being A Hard Worker in Class” award for …. well I think you get the idea. It was fun to see their faces when their names were called and they didn’t expect to get anything. I think that is when life is the most fun, when you receive a validation for something you didn’t realize about yourself and at a time when you don’t expect it. God often times blesses us by showing us things He has built into us that makes us unique and special to others, while doing it at a time when we most need it or feel especially blessed. Have a great day knowing that you were created unique and special and look for ways to bless others.

Tomorrow I will begin the second half of a leadership training course offered by the Boy Scouts of America called the Wood badge. This portion is predominately outdoors, where we cook all our food, eat, and live outdoors for three days. When I signed up for this in July it seems like an awesome idea. But now it is the middle of October in Maryland, and the weather is calling for rain and cold weather. I have been battling a head cold for over a week, but have lots of medicine. So I have everything packed in water resistant bags, I purchased a backpacking tarp, along with some waterproof pants, and am looking forward to seeing how it goes. Last month when I went for the first half, my camera died after three pictures, so this time I am hoping to get a lot more pictures to share. Kimberly (my wife) can not understand why anyone would want to do this — I just keep telling her “it for the children.” No not really, I have just found a hobby. Check back in a few days and I’ll (prayerfully) post some pictures.