I was a GS for 3 years as a girl, in 7th, 8th, and 9th grades. The impact it has had on my life has been immense. I didn’t know that then, of course. I just knew that I had finally found an organization that felt right to me, helping me learn about stuff thatContinue reading “GS Memories”
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My career path, part 3
After I quit Kmart, I took about a six-month break. I looked into selling crafts, working from home, sewing costumes, stuff like that. I slept a lot, spent time with friends, and broke up with Larry the loser. But eventually my savings started running low, and I knew it was time to find a regularContinue reading “My career path, part 3”
The Butterfly Highway
Because of the COVID pandemic, I have walked more than I normally do. It was was for my physical health but it benefitted my mental health far more. The winter weather cut down on the amount of time I was outside for a couple of months but luckily the weather is pretty mild here inContinue reading “The Butterfly Highway”
For My GS Troop, Cookie Season is Over!!
In the Girl Scout World, cookies aren’t just a fundraiser, or something that you do one or 2 weekends. Cookies are a season, and they really last 3-4 months, just like a real season. In our council, leaders get their training in November. Then in December they pass the training on to the girls andContinue reading “For My GS Troop, Cookie Season is Over!!”
Girl Scouts, part 2
So when Scouts BSA opened their doors to girls, everyone thought they were being so open minded and welcoming, when really all they want to do is build up their membership at the expense of Girl Scouts. Many people don’t realize the differences between Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. Many people think we are 2Continue reading “Girl Scouts, part 2”
Okay, Bridgette opened a GS can of worms
I love Girl Scouts. I have been a GS leader for 20 years. I am a lifetime member, and have been recognized several times for my service to our GS community. I’m not bragging, I’m stating facts. I am a good GS leader. I really try to live by the Promise and the Law, andContinue reading “Okay, Bridgette opened a GS can of worms”
