Arrow of Light

Tonight was a big night for Le. Le is ending his 5th year in Cub Scouts. Next month he will cross over to Boy Scouts. Tonight there was an "Arrow Of Light" ceremony. This is the highest award a Cub Scout can receive. A total of ten 5th grade boys have worked hard this year to achieve this award. It was a very emotional night. The lights are turned down. There are seven candles. Each a different color. As each candle is lit the meaning of the color is revealed. The Scout Leaders then call out each boys name. As the Scout and parent approach the front an arrow is shot into the arrow of light. It was very dramatic. I don't think there was a dry eye in the house. We have been blessed with a WONDERFUL troop. There is a core group of five boys who have been together since 1st grade. They all work and play very well together. (As do the parents!) We are all VERY proud of our soon to be Boy Scouts.