Little Wicked Girlies

You guessed it, Girl Scout Cookie time. Why is it that you can buy similar cookies in the store, year around, yet in February, these are the most delicious snack-til-you-gag delectables ever??? Tell me why!! Is it because they strategically come during Lent? Hmm.

Oh, they are so tasty. Samoas are my favorite. Followed by the chocolate covered peanut butter delights called Tagalongs. Oh the JOY of it all.

Even worse, I was a Girl Scout for many, many years and must credit scouting for many valuable lessons learned and leadership opportunities taken. So, I know that selling cookies is a valuable fundraiser (especially at over $3 a box - dang). Scouting does great things and I say "Gold Star" to the adults who support their girls by being leaders, helpers, and volunteers. Every now and then, from the deep recesses of myself, the "Make New Friends" song comes popping out of my mouth. Oh my.

Important (unrelated) Information
HB 488, the Midwifery Licensure Bill made it out of the House Health/Welfare Committee and is heading for the full House. CONTACT YOUR REPRESENTATIVE and voice your support for the bill and that they should support it, too.

Call 332-1000 to set up an appointment or leave a message (Example Message "My name is (yournamehere). I live in District (number). Please vote YES on House Bill 488. My phone number is (yourdigits). Thank you.")

What district do you live in? Link to Map

Email your Rep. The website www.legislature.idaho.gov is very helpful. On the left (of the legislative website) are options: Idaho Legislature, How to Contact Legislators, etc. Search for your legislator and it will connect you with a web form to contact them.

Snail Mail your Rep. A handwritten letter is good. Mail to:
Name of Legislator
Idaho State Legislature
Capitol Annex
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0038
Say something like: "My name is...I live in your district...Please support HB 488....I ask for your support because...(fill in reason you want the bill to pass - be authentic - if you don't have words for this, just ask for their support or see my past posting on the midwifery issue). Sincerely, ....

PLEASE ACT NOW!! And don't forget to pray for this issue, for women's safe and dignified births, for babies, for families, and for peace.