The Singing Scoutmaster: The Fire of Friendship

It was a chilly December evening, and the Cub Scouts were gathering for their annual winter campfire. They huddled close, wearing scarves and gloves, as the fire crackled to life. The flames rose, casting a warm orange glow on everyone's faces.

The Den Leader tossed a small pine branch onto the fire and said, "This fire reminds me of something important: friendship. It takes just a little spark to start, but if you feed it with kindness and care, it grows strong and warm."

She pointed to the Scouts sitting shoulder to shoulder. "You are like this fire for one another. A kind word, a helping hand, an invitation to play—these things are like twigs that keep the flame burning. Especially during the holidays, when some people might feel cold inside, your friendship can be the warmth they need."

Then she told a story of a Cub Scout years ago who noticed a classmate always ate lunch alone. One day, he invited the classmate to join his table. That small spark grew into a close friendship—and now, those two are still best friends today, even as adults.

"Never forget," she finished, "you have the power to light someone's day. The fire of friendship is something you carry with you always. Use it to warm the world."