At that time I was complaining about this new, time-consuming calling, that included flags and other paraphernalia littering my home.
Well, that all came to an end last week.
Matt was released as the Scoutmaster. I have seen him tear up on several occasions when saying goodbye to this beloved calling. He has truly loved it so much that his eyes watered one more time last Sunday when he stood to be released. He has grown to love the boys he has worked with, the leaders he has served with, the camps, and the activities. Most of all, he has loved and cherished the time he has had being with Tyler, our 13 year old.
Here are some of the things I might even miss seeing around our house:
Okay, just kidding. I won't miss having the "Spirit Stick" in my garage!! (Matt was so proud of the troop for winning that honorable award at their summer camp. I'm not exactly sure what a Spirit Stick is, but I am sure I won't miss seeing it in my garage!)
Yes, I include Matt as something I will miss seeing around the house! So far his new calling (Executive Secretary for the Bishop), has been far more time consuming and we kind of miss him around here.
Matt is not really an outdoorsy kind of guy. He was a little nervous about all the camping, as he would much prefer a hotel over a tent. But he learned to love being in a freezing cold camp with an achy back after a rough night on a mat. No really, I think he did learn to love it -- or at least not be miserable!
I feel bad that I audibly laughed when the Bishop called Matt to be the Scoutmaster, but I quicky learned why he was so great. 1) He loved the boys. 2) He respects the Scouting program. 3) He is very organized. His organization skills came in handy as he created spreadsheets for advancements and I loved this...
... he had little baggies for the boys to have their merit badge cards in after the Court of Honor. All so they wouldn't get lost. Isn't that just cute?
I love you, Matt!
5 comments:
I love to hear stories about husbands and their church callings. It is so inspiring and fulfilling to see our sweethearts serving the Lord (and others). What a great post. Matt looks so young and happy. You two never age. Thanks for this post. It made me smile.
That is amazing that he learned to love the calling so quickly! Yep, I agree you won't miss the accompanying paraphenalia around your house and garage. Casey has been Scout master 2 or 3 times and I always have to sign at the STUFF that comes with it.
Love scouts?.....cool
I was in cub scouts for awhile, I guess I wasn't in long enough to love it. lol
Hey Aim, do you have Alyssa's e-mail? I miss her and Jeff. I haven't found a good dentist since he left!
We love Matt, too, and are so proud of him. No matter what church calling he has, he gives it 110%. It's because he serves with his heart. We also appreciate you, Aimee, for being a supportive and loving wife. You are the same with your church callings. We love you both!
Love,
Mom and Dad
We are sad Linc missed learning from Matt.. sniff, sniff..
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