Our Family Legacy in Boy Scouts As a youngster, I was in the Cub Scouts, and I loved it. Unfortunately, my friends weren’t involved in Boy Scouts. For my son, though, being part of the Boy Scouts was encouraged and celebrated by family and friends, and he had many friends who were also Boy Scouts. For him, it was a shared experience, a rite of passage that bonded his friends and family. I became a Boy Scout leader and saw firsthand how the values and skills of Scouting build young minds. It teaches survival skills, builds character, fosters a sense of community, and encourages responsibility, all while having fun. My favorite memory from my Cub Scout days was building a pinewood derby race car with my dad. It started as a mere block of wood that we transformed into a race car about 6 inches long and 2–3 inches wide. I remember spending hours working on the car at the kitchen table with my dad. We received a kit with wheels, and once those were on, it was ready to race. The packs gather for a race to see whose car is the fastest. Those who win move on to regionals, and my car won! It was an achievement, earning me a trophy and an unforgettable experience. I had the opportunity to relive this cherished memory with my son. We used the same car that my dad helped me build — one that I lovingly saved — as a model. Like my old one, my son’s car was fast, and he took second place. It was a memorable experience for both of us, and we’ll cherish the memory for years to come. Boy Scouts provides opportunities for parents and children to spend quality time together, creating lasting memories. Boy Scouts teaches children how to make things with their hands and fosters maturity, responsibility, and growth. Scouting is a valuable part of life for children and their families. On National Boy Scouts Day, Feb. 8, let’s celebrate these moments and the community Scouting creates. SCOUTING: A BOND BEYOND BADGES
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PUFF PASTRY BERRY HEARTS
Inspired by Weelicious.com
INGREDIENTS
• 1 package frozen puff pastry, defrosted • 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp powdered sugar • 1/2 cup fresh raspberries (or berries of your choice)
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Unfold the puff pastry and use a heart- shaped cookie cutter to cut into heart shapes. 2. On a baking sheet, place puff pastry hearts and bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown. 3. In a standing mixer, whip the cream on medium-high speed for 2–3 minutes. Add the powdered sugar and beat on high for 30 more seconds or until thick and fluffy. 4. Remove hearts from the oven and allow to cool completely. Slice each heart in half between pastry layers to create 2 hearts. Top the bottom half with whipped cream and berries, and place the other half on top to form a sandwich.
–Kevin Mottley
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