My boys just got home from summer camp with merit badges completed, and I'm starting to wish they would skip the upcoming white water trip. Nervous motherhood issues..
I serve with pride as a merit badge chair and fair chair for a great district in Washington state.
Everyone can offer something to Scouting by becoming a merit badge counselor. Call your local council and find out what you can teach to the next generation.
So who is the total loser who put 'zot' in the keywords?
Don't give me that BS about "humor is how we deal with tragedy", someone is just a slimy jerk going for juvenile humor.
Prayers in the Name of our Lord Jesus for the families of those killed, and for all those in attendance at the Jamboree. May they be comforted and find strength during this time.
Prayers up for these men and their families.
"As we communicated yesterday, four BSA leaders were killed in an electrical accident at Fort A.P. Hill between 4:30 and 5 p.m. yesterday, while setting up camp. The four individuals are Michael J. Shibe, 49, Mike Lacroix, 42, and Ronald H. Bitzer, 58, of Anchorage, Alaska, and Scott Edward Powell, 57, of Perrysville, Ohio. Three other men were also injured in the accident. One is a Boy Scout leader and two are contract workers. They are in stable condition. The injured leader is Jay Lawrence Call, 43, of Anchorage, Alaska.
One Scout suffered minor injuries that did not require hospitalization. Our hearts go out to the families of these devoted Scout leaders who gave so much to their sons, their troops, and their communities.
At this point, although it does not show in the transcript, Mr. Shields had to stop to gather his composure.
A thorough investigation into this accident is underway. We will share any additional information as we can.
Today, at the 2005 National Scout Jamboree, the Army has instituted a day of safety stand-down in preparation for up to 25,000 visitors on Wednesday for the opening show. Entry of guests will be restricted on Tuesday, participants will be reminded to drink plenty of water, and we will be reviewing safety precautions. As planned, the public is invited to visit the jamboree from Wednesday, July 27, through Tuesday, August 2."
Whatever happened to hosting the jamborees at Gettysburg?
Prayers on the way.
My prayers are with these men, and to all who mourn their passing.