Eagle Scout

[boasandballs]

I fail to see why joining the military as a bad thing. The military could use great leaders and example setters like her son. There have been many great men who have served and are produced because of the military. There is nothing wrong with serving your country- it's more than a lot of people are willing to do for the continuity of freedom and the rights we enjoy in this country. Plus, it will completely cover the costs of higher education if they so choose to do so, and instill many values in young men that will serve them their entire lives.

Back on topic, congrats to your son! That is a great achievement to be proud of. He joins the ranks of Neil Armstrong, Jim Lovell, President Gerald Ford, Mike Rowe (yep, the guy from Dirty Jobs is an Eagle Scout), Steven Spielberg (yep, he is also one), Sam Walton, and many other notable figures in history. And of course, now your son.

That is truly an accomplishment. If I recall correctly, only 3 or so of every 100 boys who joins the scouts make it to that rank. Less than 1% of all the males in the US are Eagle Scouts. I think that is a noteworthy accomplishment and he should be very proud of himself for it.

Thank you so much. My older 2 sons are also Eagle scouts. Brian the youngest (this son) Does want to join the military. I just don't want him to join the army. I would rather see him in the air force or the navy.

[mr. s]

That is exciting stuff.
3 sons already? How many more kids are planning on getting it?

[boasandballs]

That is exciting stuff.
3 sons already? How many more kids are planning on getting it?

I only have 3 sons of my own and one foster son. The foster son is working on it now.