Elisabeth joined Girl Scouts this year.
She showed interest in it when one of her friends was in it and the friend's mom was the leader. But, because of other activities she was in, we had to wait.
This year, Elisabeth asked super early to join.
I, myself, was never apart of Girl Scouts growing up. However, when I talked to one of the leaders about what they do (camping, crafts, community service stuff), I knew Elisabeth would adore being a Girl Scout.
This past Monday, Elisabeth and the other girls in her troop were initiated in as Brownies. There's a title for different grades (Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, etc.) and 2nd-3rd graders are Brownies. Parents were invited to the ceremony.
There was a ginormous mirror on the floor in their meeting room.
The girls started all outside and knocked loudly on the door. Their leader asked what they wanted and they all replied that they wanted to become Brownies. Then, the girls filed in one at a time to where the "magic pond" (aka: the huge mirror) was.Each girl had to spin around while the leader said, "Twist me and turn me and show me the elf. I looked in the mirror and saw...." and the girls would then lean over the "magic pond" stare in and say, "Myself!".
Then the girls were given a pin for their sash that was put on upside down. Each girl must do 3 good deeds that their parents ask them to do. Only after 3 good deeds can they turn the pin right side up.
It was a super sweet ceremony.
Then they asked all the parents and siblings to join them for their friendship circle. Do you see that little boy with the sweet face holding hands with his big sister? I totally want to squish him with hugs and cuddles. He is soooooo sweet.
I love when Julia smiles so big her eyes disappear.
Evan was able to attend the end of the meeting. Elisabeth announced to the entire room that Evan was in the Air Force. She loves to state the obvious. ;)
She earned her first badge--the Try-It badge. They had to try new things (food, activities, etc.) in order to earn it. She was very proud.
Julia appreciated the brownies that were served.
In the spring there will be a big camping trip and moms are invited to attend. Elisabeth wants me to go, so I will be attending.
Then the girls were given a pin for their sash that was put on upside down. Each girl must do 3 good deeds that their parents ask them to do. Only after 3 good deeds can they turn the pin right side up.
It was a super sweet ceremony.
Then they asked all the parents and siblings to join them for their friendship circle. Do you see that little boy with the sweet face holding hands with his big sister? I totally want to squish him with hugs and cuddles. He is soooooo sweet.
I love when Julia smiles so big her eyes disappear.
Evan was able to attend the end of the meeting. Elisabeth announced to the entire room that Evan was in the Air Force. She loves to state the obvious. ;)
She earned her first badge--the Try-It badge. They had to try new things (food, activities, etc.) in order to earn it. She was very proud.
Julia appreciated the brownies that were served.
In the spring there will be a big camping trip and moms are invited to attend. Elisabeth wants me to go, so I will be attending. Oh, and if you need cookies, you know who to call.
Julia's outfit is the best. I want one.
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