A few years back, Denver joined the Scouts.

He was 11, we figured it was a fad, he’d grow out of it. He didn’t seem crazy-interested.

Just under 5 years later we’re staring down the end of the barrel.

Eagle Scout.

It’s a pretty darn big deal.

Even I know that.

He’s ranked up fast.

Been elected Quartermaster three times in a row.

It’s the one area of his life where I know he’s focused and intent and his behavior is on the mark. (How I wish that carried through at home, but that’s another post for another day).

If his application is approved, if his “Eagle Project” is approved, he could be Eagle Scout by next summer.

At the ripe age of 16.

I am a proud Mama…