Christian's Eagle Court of Honor

This court of honor was very nice. I loved that the eagle guy had two birdies this time that we could touch and hold. (at least Christian) and that Brother Blackhurst shared some personal stories of Christian. It was very touching (the very reason I wanted him, he's such an inspirational speaker!) He did such a wonderful job despite him being nervous being his first eagle court of honor conducting. You'd NEVER have known that...He did sooo good!!

So many people came to support Christian. We had about 60 chairs set up to begin with and I worried that that was too many and that maybe we should take some down. But we ended up having to set up about 40-50 more chairs behind them. Such great support.

I had so many friends offer to bring treats. That's one thing I didn't want to have to worry about bringing. Thank you to Phyllis-raspberry braids, Heidi-bars, Kristina-cute little eagles, Jalyn-donuts (Christian's favorite), Karen-butterscotch cookies.

The other thing that was really special was the cub scout doing the flag ceremony. It was well rehearsed and soooo cute. It was sooo cute seeing those little boys trying to carry the big heavy flags all the way down the gym to the end to post the colors. Garrett did such a fine job memorizing what to say too! Awesome!

Here are some pictures of the wonderful night. (thanks to Ty for taking pictures, another thing I didn't have to worry about!)

Cub scouts, Garrett F. leading, Jacob, Jonathon, Brandon and Garrett Y.carrying the flags.Brother Blackhurst telling a funny story about Christian.Christian being awarded the eagle badgeMe stealing a hug.Parents being awarded parent's pin.Christian awarding Brother Blackhurst the mentoring award.

Eagle Nest with Mike, Bishop Rosen, Nate, Randy, Jens, Brother Atkinson, and newly awarded Christian.Ben Woodruff with Skymaster demonstrating here with Maddie the hawk. The legal birdie that Christian can touch and hold. It is illegal to touch the eagle.Here is Holly, the golden eagle.

Brother Blackhurst and Christian...one of my favorite pics.