Girl Scouts of America

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Genre: Historical Faction
Word Count: 100

WOODSMOKE AT TWILIGHT

Had it not been for scouting, I might never have seen the great outdoors beyond my backyard. My parents adhered to the eleventh commandment—“Jews don’t camp.”

Overnights were the best. Following an afternoon hike, we’d gather round the campfire. Our mouths and fingers gooey from roasted marshmallows, we topped off the day scaring each other with ghost stories.

“My uncle found a man’s head in the grass,” said Lucy in a loud whisper.

Margo added, “His golden eyes glowed.”

Back home in my own bed, I wouldn’t sleep for a month without a nightlight.

I miss those good times.

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The following story is dedicated to Lucile Wilson, Doris Wullschleger and Grace Cowling, three special ladies who gave of their time to a group of girls known as Troop 499. They had a lot to do with who I am today.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Word Count: 100

TRAIL OF THE TREFOIL

“What on earth are you doing, child?”

Twelve-year-old Rose read Papa’s upside-down lips and said, “I’m using my head.”

“Surely, that’s not what Miss Daisy meant.”

“Surely it is, Papa. Yesterday at Girl Scouts she stood on her head.”

“Rosy-Posy, you’re a delicate little girl.”

“Miss Daisy says I can do anything I set my mind to.” Rose lowered her one leg, planted her foot on the carpet and reached for her crutch. “I’m going to be a doctor.”

“Remember, you’re also deaf.”

“So’s Miss Daisy. She says all that means is that she never hears anyone tell her ‘no’.”

Center: Juliette “Daisy” Gordon Low-The founder of Girl Scouts in America

Daisy was an amazing lady. Here’s a bit of history to whet your appetite.

Girl Scout Trefoil

Troop 499-Can you find me?

*Final Note: Juliette Low held the first Girl Guide (later Girl Scouts) meeting at her house in Savannah, GA on March 12, 1912. The troop had 18 members divided into two patrols named the Carnation and the White Rose.