I was a Girl Scout for all of one year. 
But
what an impressionable year that was. The Girl Scout qualities of
“leadership, strong values, social conscience, and conviction about my
own potential and self-worth” that were instilled in me have served me
well my entire life. And, I truly believe, they have contributed to my
success today.
But the other valuable trait that I obtained
from that impressionable year (and my husband and daughters will
appreciate this) is to always be prepared for whatever unforeseen
circumstance might come my way. I always have a Plan B!
To give
you an example, my automobile console (as well as my handbag), are
likened to a mobile Walmart. Currently one or the other contain
everything from a first aid kit, extra toothbrushes & dental floss,
extra contact lens cases, a miniature sewing kit, Tide pen and Shout
wipes, sanitary items, hand sanitizer, lint remover, breath mints,
hairbrush, and eyeglass wipes. My locked glove compartment contains all
of my necessary documents including a detailed printout of information
I need to collect should a fender-bender occur. I keep an emergency kit
in the trunk of my car with booster cables, emergency road flares,
flashlight, blanket, road map, umbrella, etc.
While my family
finds this to be an amusing quality, I find it empowering! And perhaps
that sense of empowerment is what attracted me to this empowering
educational resource for women!
I want to take this opportunity
to salute the committed adult volunteers in Girl Scouting for helping
“girls” like me “build the courage, confidence, and character, to make
the world a better place.”
A world of “thanks” to all of you!
Blessings,
Ingrid
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