FW: Christmas 2011 -- Birth of a New Tradition

Aloha Pack 14,

 

Please consider the thoughts below. During our Meeting tonight I just wanted all of us to reflect on the Holiday Season. We have jewelry makers, manicurist, gardeners, video, contractors ect in our own den…if a gift certificate is needed look into our own or within the Island. Be creative with your certificates. Wrap them with a small car, or chop sticks, a bottle of nail polish …need ideas give me a call.

 

Holiday greetings,

Velva

 

Velva Ribble-Padgett R(S)

808.250.3727 direct

808.879.6979 fax

Velva@MyHomeOnMaui.com

 

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Christmas 2011 -- Birth of a New Tradition

As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high gear to provide Americans with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods -- merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor. This year will be different. This year Americans will give the gift of genuine concern for other Americans. There is no longer an excuse that, at gift giving time, nothing can be found that is produced by American hands. Yes there is!

It's time to think outside the box, people. Who says a gift needs to fit in a shirt box, wrapped in Chinese produced wrapping paper?

Everyone -- yes EVERYONE gets their hair cut. How about gift certificates from your local American hair salon or barber?

Gym membership? It's appropriate for all ages who are thinking about some health improvement.

Who wouldn't appreciate getting their car detailed? Small, American owned detail shops and car washes would love to sell you a gift certificate or a book of gift certificates.

Are you one of those extravagant givers who think nothing of plunking down the Benjamins on a Chinese made flat-screen? Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or lawn mowed for the summer, or driveway plowed all winter, or games at the local golf course.

There are a bazillion owner-run restaurants -- all offering gift certificates. And, if your intended isn't the fancy eatery sort, what about a half dozen breakfasts at the local breakfast joint. Remember, folks this isn't about big National chains -- this is about supporting your home town Americans with their financial lives on the line to keep their doors open.

How many people couldn't use an oil change for their car, truck or motorcycle, done at a shop run by the American working guy?

Thinking about a heartfelt gift for mom? Mom would LOVE the services of a local cleaning lady for a day.

My computer could use a tune-up, and I KNOW I can find some young guy who is struggling to get his repair business up and running.

OK, you were looking for something more personal. Local crafts people spin their own wool and knit them into scarves. They make jewelry, and pottery and beautiful wooden boxes.

Plan your holiday outings at local, owner operated restaurants and leave your server a nice tip. And, how about going out to see a play or ballet at your hometown theatre? Musicians need love too, so find a venue showcasing local bands.

Honestly, people, do you REALLY need to buy another ten thousand Chinese lights for the house? When you buy a five dollar string of light, about fifty cents stays in the community. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn, leave the mailman, trash guy or babysitter a nice BIG tip.

You see, Christmas is no longer about draining American pockets so that China can build another glittering city. Christmas is now about caring about US, encouraging American small businesses to keep plugging away to follow their dreams. And, when we care about other Americans, we care about our communities, and the benefits come back to us in ways we couldn't imagine. THIS is the new American Christmas tradition.

Forward this to everyone on your mailing list -- post it to discussion groups -- throw up a post on Craigslist in the Rants and Raves section in your city -- send it to the editor of your local paper and radio stations, and TV news departments. This is a revolution of caring about each other, and isn't that what Christmas is about?

Blessings,

Reminder - Pack meeting Wednesday - 16 NOV

Reminder - pack meeting Wed., 16 NOV. As usual, it will be at 6:30 at the Kula Community Center.

 

We will have a presentation from Maui Invasive Species Committee (or MISC). Also, our new Scouts will also do the Bobcat "test" (I hate the word test, but I guess that's what we'll call it). 

 

We have been starting the meetings late as we wait for people to filter in. The later we start one meeting, the later people arrive the next time, creating a downward spiral. Since we have a guest speaker and this is a school night, we need to start and end on time. 

Also, if you haven't paid your annual dues, please make sure you do so this Wednesday.

-- Most new Scouts already paid when they joined and completed their BSA youth application

-- It is $40 for returning Scouts 

-- For Webelos2 Scouts, it is a pro-rated $20 amount

-- We can provide scholarships in cases of hardship. Please see me if the dues are an issue for you. 

See you Wednesday. 

David Askov
264-8082
http://mauipack14.org

Awards reminder

Please get your award reporting info (awards, badges, belt loops, pins) to your den leader by Friday. Copy Stacy (sagemom1@yahoo.com) on that email. This is just for awards that are ready to be given to the boys at the Pack meeting next Wednesday. (Please keep your den leader up to date on partial progress toward awards, but that's not what we're asking for right now.)

 

This will be our last regular Pack meeting this year. We have our holiday party in December, but we don't do awards there. So, after next week, we won't do awards again until January.

 

Den leaders: Compile this info for your den and get it to Stacy over the weekend.

Webelos Den: You can give me the info at our meeting on Sunday, but please have it ready to go, so we're not spending the meeting figuring this out.

David Askov
264-8082
http://mauipack14.org

Re: POPCORN!!!

All:

 

Just to clarify, Velva needs to pick up your forms and all payment TODAY. If you have not been in touch with her, please make sure you make arrangements to get her your form and money. Again, this needs to be turned in TODAY. We need to collect your forms and money as a pack - do not turn it into the Council office.

Velva's email is velva@myhomeonmaui.com and her phone 250-3727.

thanks, David

David Askov
264-8082
http://mauipack14.org

On Sun, Nov 6, 2011 at 21:07, Velva Ribble-Padgett <velva@myhomeonmaui.com> wrote:

Please let me know where I can pick up your forms for popcorn sales. Get out tomorrow , LAST DAY.

 

Velva Ribble-Padgett R(S)

808.250.3727 direct

808.879.6979 fax

Velva@MyHomeOnMaui.com

 

Coldwell Banker Island Properties

The Shops at Wailea

#1 Office in Hawaii of 35 Agents or less

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From: David Askov [mailto:davidaskov@mauipack14.org]
Sent: Saturday, November 05, 2011 8:27 AM
To: pack
Subject: POPCORN!!!

 

All: 

 

Please note that this is the last weekend of popcorn sales. We will begin collecting the forms Sunday/Monday. We need checks/cash for your total order turned in at that time. I recommend that you make a photocopy/scan of the forms before turning them in, just in case. 

 

This is our main (and often only) fundraiser of the year, so please make one last effort to pound the pavement. Our pack's present size is a little smaller than some years, so it is especially important that everyone really get out there. These also make great stocking stuffers and XMAS gifts for acquaintances/neighbors. We have had businesses buy these for clients in the past, so use your imagination as to who might want to purchase some. 

 

thanks, David

 

 

David Askov
264-8082
http://mauipack14.org

RE: POPCORN!!!

Please let me know where I can pick up your forms for popcorn sales. Get out tomorrow , LAST DAY.

 

Velva Ribble-Padgett R(S)

808.250.3727 direct

808.879.6979 fax

Velva@MyHomeOnMaui.com

 

Coldwell Banker Island Properties

The Shops at Wailea

#1 Office in Hawaii of 35 Agents or less

Working for you...

 

 

From: David Askov [mailto:davidaskov@mauipack14.org]
Sent: Saturday, November 05, 2011 8:27 AM
To: pack
Subject: POPCORN!!!

 

All: 

 

Please note that this is the last weekend of popcorn sales. We will begin collecting the forms Sunday/Monday. We need checks/cash for your total order turned in at that time. I recommend that you make a photocopy/scan of the forms before turning them in, just in case. 

 

This is our main (and often only) fundraiser of the year, so please make one last effort to pound the pavement. Our pack's present size is a little smaller than some years, so it is especially important that everyone really get out there. These also make great stocking stuffers and XMAS gifts for acquaintances/neighbors. We have had businesses buy these for clients in the past, so use your imagination as to who might want to purchase some. 

 

thanks, David

 

 

David Askov
264-8082
http://mauipack14.org

New Scouts - please read - Bobcat badge

For new Scouts: Boys I think would be participating are: Dennis, Keahi, Landon, Roan, Logan, Justin, Dane, Leo, Shenn. Anyone else? (Blake?)

The first award all Scouts must earn is the Bobcat badge. It is toward the front of each year's book. Unfortunately, it is not always in the table of contents, so it can take some looking. 

We will do the "test" for the Bobcat badge at the Pack meeting Nov 16th. Please cover all the materials at home, and complete #1 and #8 as family activities before then.  

For the "test" - we will have all the boys stand up in front of the group and demonstrate numbers 2-7. Doing it as a group is less pressure for the boys if they aren't exactly perfect or get stage fright, but we do ask that they follow the Cub Scout motto and "Do Your Best" at this. 

I recommend you print out the Cub Scout Promise and the Law of the Pack and tape them to a wall/door where your Scout will see them. If they practice each 2-3 times a day before the pack meeting, they should have it down. 

David Askov
264-8082
http://mauipack14.org

Fwd: New Scout Adventure

All new scouts: 

Please see the attached document for a Council event for all new Scouting families. This looks like a LOT of fun. They will have archery, BB guns, and swimming. You could probably attend if you want to, even if your son in not exactly a new Scout. 

As this is a Council event, you will have to register and pay ($10/person) as families. 

Take your registration/payment to the Council service center (Mon-Fri, 8-4) or mail to: 
Maui County Council, Boy Scouts of America
200 Liholiho Street
Wailuku, Maui, HI 96793

I also attached the document to the calendar event. 

David Askov
264-8082
http://mauipack14.org

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Robert Nakagawa <Rnakagaw@bsamail.org>
Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 at 09:48
Subject: New Scout Adventure
To: "Natalie C. Lee-Kwai" <nleekwai@bsamail.org>, Pamela Dickson <pdickson@bsamail.org>, Robert Nakagawa <Rnakagaw@bsamail.org>

Aloha Scouters,

 

We just ended a very successful Family Camp Spook O Ree Activity.  Attached is the brochure for our next Cub Scout event.  It is designed for our new Scouts and their families so please pass this on to them to participate.  It is open for all Cub Scouts but priority will be given to new scouts so that they can earn some awards and have some fun with their families. 

 

Sincerely,

 

Robert Nakagawa

POPCORN!!!

All: 

Please note that this is the last weekend of popcorn sales. We will begin collecting the forms Sunday/Monday. We need checks/cash for your total order turned in at that time. I recommend that you make a photocopy/scan of the forms before turning them in, just in case. 

This is our main (and often only) fundraiser of the year, so please make one last effort to pound the pavement. Our pack's present size is a little smaller than some years, so it is especially important that everyone really get out there. These also make great stocking stuffers and XMAS gifts for acquaintances/neighbors. We have had businesses buy these for clients in the past, so use your imagination as to who might want to purchase some. 

thanks, David

David Askov
264-8082
http://mauipack14.org

Pinewood Derby

FYI - We will pass out Pinewood Derby kits for the boys at the November pack meeting. I think one of the dens (Wolf?) was planning a tools/woodworking den meeting, so consider making your car's cuts for that activity. I have a number of kits, so let me know if your den will use these before the pack meeting, and we'll make a plan to get your kit to you. 

I encourage you to do cuts for your car as a den activity, since not every parent has the tools/aptitude for that. It is also a fun for the boys, and there is always something on tools, woodworking, etc in each of the year's badges or electives. 

David Askov
264-8082
http://mauipack14.org