Kirby has made his first rank in Boy Scouts. He will soon reach his second rank as well, which is second class. He was so proud. The process of making a rank, the boy scouts have to complete several different skills, then they have to meet with the scoutmaster for a scoutmaster conference, and then finally go through a board of review.
I couldn't believe it, Kirby was actually sweating having to face his first board of review. After all was said and done all the parents in the board of review came up to talk to me about how funny, mature and insightful he is. Although they knew he was nervous they were thrilled about how well he did.
He came through with flying colors. He was so excited he ran up and shook his scoutmasters hand and almost hugged him and then ran to me for the hug. He was so thrilled and exhilarated. He called his dad and grandparents to let them know. I don't think anyone understood his excitement except his new friend from camp who came up and gave him a great big hug as he understood completely how Kirbly felt. A common bond. Amazing to watch. The innocence of childhood yet a child wanting to be older. The clashing is a coming to terms with his growth.
Onto a second rank advancement in the next month! He is now understanding of the fulfillment he can get for a job well done.
For me it's a wait and see, I help him and he advances at his level. Unbeknownst to me he schedules his own Scoutmaster conferences and Boards of Review. I didn't even know this was happening until the night it was supposed to happen.
What a guy!
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