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MikeWaters · 09-07-2006, 02:25 PM

I've lowered my ambitions.

Uniforms. Given up.

Advancement. Given up.

Basically, now if anyone shows up, and it in anyway resembles fun (for me), that's a victory.

Jeff Lebowski · 09-07-2006, 02:59 PM

LOL. Ah, the inevitable cycle of YM callings in the church....

Obviously, you have to pick your battles. To me, I enjoyed forging close relationships with the boys and feeling like (to a small degree at least) I was having a positive affect in their lives. Scouting provided a structure for that process, but the details of the structure did not seem all that important.

Hang in there, buddy.

Archaea · 09-07-2006, 03:00 PM

I hope you're joking.

My sons enjoy scouting immensely, solely on the basis of good leaders. They have implemented a plan where, and I could be off on the numbers, but our troop, has successfully advanced about 60 eagles by virtue of regimentation. Now there are times when our troop merges with another if participation is too low, but please continue the good work. It's worth it and the parents appreciate it.

MikeWaters · 09-08-2006, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Archaea

I hope you're joking.

My sons enjoy scouting immensely, solely on the basis of good leaders. They have implemented a plan where, and I could be off on the numbers, but our troop, has successfully advanced about 60 eagles by virtue of regimentation. Now there are times when our troop merges with another if participation is too low, but please continue the good work. It's worth it and the parents appreciate it.

No I am not joking.

I am back from the campout. The campout consisted of me packing, driving to the church, waiting with the YM President. After 45 minutes, we came to the conclusion no boys were coming, so we left.

Now that's success! These kids had 2 campouts in a year before me. Now the thought of a campout makes them run to their playstations and x-boxes.

If I can just get them to quit coming on weeknights, victory will be complete.

ute4ever · 09-09-2006, 02:34 AM

That sucks Mike. I love camping. Did you and the YM Prez discuss saying the hell with it and going wherever you two wanted?

Warning: Farrah had garlic and peppers for dinner.

bluegoose · 10-17-2006, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeWaters

I've lowered my ambitions.

Uniforms. Given up.

Advancement. Given up.

Basically, now if anyone shows up, and it in anyway resembles fun (for me), that's a victory.

I missed this when it came up.

Whatever happened to scout nazi guy? Perhaps we should bring back some of those threads from CB to remind you of the fire you once possessed for all things scouting, including a strict uniform policy.

Maybe its just that you haven't had them practice the scout law and oath enough during wednesday meetings. Give that a try and see if it lights a fire under them.

fuegote · 10-17-2006, 06:05 PM

I've got one who hates scouts that the others follow. I'm trying my hardest just to get him there.

I scored a victory with my 13-year old neighbor (no dad at home) and he's going to come every week.

I've given up on scout shirts outside of court of honors and board of reviews.

I won't bring up their long hair any more.

We want to have "fun" activities while still following the scouting program (which means I need to relax and let them act like teanagers until it's too noisy).

I might of made a breakthrough last week, but we'll see tonight.

myboynoah · 10-17-2006, 09:31 PM

Fuegote, that is one kickass avatar.

09-07-2006, 02:25 PM	#1
MikeWaters Demiurge Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 36,365	Scouting... I've lowered my ambitions. Uniforms. Given up. Advancement. Given up. Basically, now if anyone shows up, and it in anyway resembles fun (for me), that's a victory.

09-07-2006, 02:59 PM	#2
Jeff Lebowski Charon Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: In the heart of darkness (Provo) Posts: 9,564	LOL. Ah, the inevitable cycle of YM callings in the church.... Obviously, you have to pick your battles. To me, I enjoyed forging close relationships with the boys and feeling like (to a small degree at least) I was having a positive affect in their lives. Scouting provided a structure for that process, but the details of the structure did not seem all that important. Hang in there, buddy. __________________ "... the arc of the universe is long but it bends toward justice." Martin Luther King, Jr.

09-07-2006, 03:00 PM	#3
Archaea Assistant to the Regional Manager Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: The Orgasmatron Posts: 24,338	I hope you're joking. My sons enjoy scouting immensely, solely on the basis of good leaders. They have implemented a plan where, and I could be off on the numbers, but our troop, has successfully advanced about 60 eagles by virtue of regimentation. Now there are times when our troop merges with another if participation is too low, but please continue the good work. It's worth it and the parents appreciate it. __________________ Ἓν οἶδα ὅτι οὐδὲν οἶδα

10-17-2006, 06:05 PM	#7
fuegote Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 724	I've got one who hates scouts that the others follow. I'm trying my hardest just to get him there. I scored a victory with my 13-year old neighbor (no dad at home) and he's going to come every week. I've given up on scout shirts outside of court of honors and board of reviews. I won't bring up their long hair any more. We want to have "fun" activities while still following the scouting program (which means I need to relax and let them act like teanagers until it's too noisy). I might of made a breakthrough last week, but we'll see tonight. __________________ http://www.cavaliersbrigade.com home of the greatest fans in MLS.

10-17-2006, 09:31 PM	#8
myboynoah Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Memphis freakin' Tennessee!!!!! Posts: 4,530	Fuegote, that is one kickass avatar. __________________ Give 'em Hell, Cougars!!! Religion rises inevitably from our apprehension of our own death. To give meaning to meaninglessness is the endless quest of all religion. When death becomes the center of our consciousness, then religion authentically begins. Of all religions that I know, the one that most vehemently and persuasively defies and denies the reality of death is the original Mormonism of the Prophet, Seer and Revelator, Joseph Smith.

09-09-2006, 02:34 AM	#5
ute4ever I must not tell lies Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 5,103	That sucks Mike. I love camping. Did you and the YM Prez discuss saying the hell with it and going wherever you two wanted? Warning: Farrah had garlic and peppers for dinner.