We all have different roles and responsibilities, depending on what part of our day we are in. You all have roles and responsibilities with school and your schoolwork. When you are at home, you have different roles and responsibilities as a member of your family doing chores, taking care of animals, helping out with younger siblings, helping out with older siblings, etc. Myself as an adult I have different roles and responsibilities here I'm a scoutmaster, at home I'm a parent, and at work I'm the owner of a small business. Each of the roles we have throughout our day comes with different responsibilities and expectations as we go through our day.
In the performance of our duties in these various roles, it's easy to fall into the pattern of getting things done and everything being similar day today. While we go about fulfilling our duties we may no think much of it.
Let me ask you a question. When was the last time you told a teacher that you appreciate them? When was the last time you told your parent you appreciated them cooking dinner, giving you a ride? Showing appreciation for the people you interact with is important. Telling people I appreciate you means that you see the work and effort they put in and it's valued.
As you move through your week this next upcoming week, let the people around you know that you appreciate them and the work that they are doing. As you move through life and take on leadership roles. I want you to remember to appreciate and recognize the work of the people around you.
A Scout is Courteous.