OK this topic has been beaten to death for 2 years now and i have quietly watched this conversation unfold in that time.
Every story has 2 sides of the coin.
There is much more to this story then the original poster explains.
At the heart of the matter is really simple. Does the BSA or the OA have the right to prevent a parent from enjoying his or her successes in life. To participate and observe in moments of time that will never be captured again. If the child and parent are enriched from sharing the experience be it direct or indirect.
If your against this mindset...I only ask one question.
What gives you the authority to deny a parent and child a moment in their lives?
It sure wasn't the BSA or the OA. Because the rules are clear no matter how you look at it. There is to be no event in the BSA which will not be open to observation by a parent or leader.
Parents attending OA Ceremonies
in Order of the Arrow
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OK this topic has been beaten to death for 2 years now and i have quietly watched this conversation unfold in that time.
Every story has 2 sides of the coin.
There is much more to this story then the original poster explains.
At the heart of the matter is really simple. Does the BSA or the OA have the right to prevent a parent from enjoying his or her successes in life. To participate and observe in moments of time that will never be captured again. If the child and parent are enriched from sharing the experience be it direct or indirect.
If your against this mindset...I only ask one question.
What gives you the authority to deny a parent and child a moment in their lives?
It sure wasn't the BSA or the OA. Because the rules are clear no matter how you look at it. There is to be no event in the BSA which will not be open to observation by a parent or leader.