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Day 21: To Scouts

Boy Scout Oath: Duty to God and country, Duty to other people and Duty to self.
Girl Scout Promise: On my honor, I will try to serve God and my country, to help people at all times and to live by the Girl Scout Law.

I AM A SCOUT
An excerpt from Gifts by the Side of the Road
by John Wayne "Jack" Schlatter

My ancestors sought to conquer the wilderness... I have learned to be nature's friend and student.

Through facing new challenges every day, we develop strength, discover new abilities and strengthen the bonds of friendship. I wear my badges on my uniform, but more importantly I wear the lessons learned while earning those badges in my mind, heart and soul...

My companions are of different races, cultures and religions, yet we are a unified family as we face challenges, build communities and follow dreams...

I care for those who face hardships and handicaps, but I see no poor people... for to me every human being is rich in potential, and I am dedicated to helping them express their greatness.

There is a price to be paid when walking the high road... I have never pursued popularity but have been devoted to principle... I have great hope for humanity, as I am a student of life. Nature teaches me the power of re-birth and the wisdom to be found in walking one's own path...

I know that all people are potential gifts of friendship, that challenge creates character, that laughter helps to love life and that I stand at my tallest when... Continue

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Mary Robinson Reynolds
Founder, Heart Productions & Publishing
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