Boy Scouts - The Next Generation

The next generation of boys coming up really impress me. Our troop just left for summer camp a few days ago. The Senior Patrol leader was unable to go, so the Scoutmaster asked for volunteers from the qualified Scouts. One lone Scout raised his hand and volunteered to help lead the troop. This scout is currently a Star Scout, and should attain his Life rank soon. He is a very courteous young man, but has never been one to step out like that and take on alot of extra responsibility. Don't get me wrong, he loves Scouting, he just has always been more of a follower than a leader. He's smart, but can be a little on the lazy side if we let him. He has never shirked hard work, when he is asked to do it, he just has never sought it out before.

To see this young man coming out of his boyish shell and stepping up makes me extremely proud. I have known this Scout for a long time. I was his leader when he was in Cub Scouts, and have followed his progress in the troop as well. I really feel that he is well on his way to an Eagle rank, and cannot wait to see the look on his face when he earns it.


By the Way, this particular Scout is my son.

Way to go Kyle

Shane Thomas

It's a fairly common name, but it belongs to a fairly uncommon man. An Eagle Scout, A Sherrif's Deputy, an intense believer in GOD, and a man that is dire need of many prayers.

I have never met Shane, that I am aware of. His picture looks familiar, so I have probably seen him around town, but do not know him.

Shane is a Deputy Sheriff for the Henderson county Sheriif's Office. He was injured while training. The extent of his injuries are still being evaluated, but his story is one of nothing less than proof of miracles.

Shane's Caring Bridge

Read the journal entries from the start and you will see what I mean.

Please keep Shane and his entire family in your thoughts, and prayers druing this difficult time in his life.

YIS