Jackson and Gavin are in Cub Scouts this year and it was Derby time. The boys got their cars around Christmas time but we didn't do anything with them until a week before the race. Yes, I am teaching my children the art of procrastination! I am sure that wins points in someone's book! Anyway, they each drew out the shape they wanted for their car and Ken cut them to size. I, of course, was trying to let the kids be involved by quizzing them on the type of saw Ken used and the degree of the angle needed, blah, blah blah. (Does that erase the procrastination issue?) They really just wanted to sand and paint the things so they could get onto more important life tasks. After they spray painted and stuck on decals and stickers they were ready to roll. Although, Gavin was disappointed that he didn't win a race or an award for most patriotic (I am biased and think he should have) he did have a good time hanging with his friends and earned a medal for participating. Jackson faired a little better and was in the race for 5th place and although he lost the second heat he scored a ribbon for best boy scout theme. Brenden even got a car of his own and participated in the weigh-ins and let it roll the track a few times before a major melt down because the quarter I offered him as a prize was not what he wanted. Later, Ken presented Brenden with a medal just like the other boys and he was happy again. It was a great example of scouting to include a 3 year old in the events! Thanks!
