Yesterday David left on his first ever backpacking camp out. His pack weighed in at over 25 pounds. That's heavy for a boy who weighs in at 80. They hiked 2 miles in and 2 miles out. David was happy upon his return so it seems he had a success. He reported that the hiking was tough but he seemed to have the satisfaction that only comes from doing hard things.
This morning the rest of the family helped clean up the church. Heidi and I worked together on the bathrooms while the kids helped empty trash cans and clean chalk boards. There was a good turn out of helpers so the cleaning went fast this week.
Rebecca and Sarah had piano lessons this morning. Their teacher Mary has been busy with school and extracurricular activities so we've had to be flexible in order to fit the lessons in. The girls are practicing Christmas songs. So fun.
Good job David. My Scout wish for you is to take after your Dad, who always carried a heavy pack and hiked like a tireless mountain goat. But the best thing was he helped others along the trail
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