Veteran touched by Cub Scouts’ respect

During the recent Arlington Heights Memorial Day parade I was standing at the curb watching when a group of Cub Scouts marched by. As the Scouts were passing, the Cub Master looked at me and asked, “Are you a veteran?” I nodded “Yes.” (I had served in the Air Force in 1952-1960.)

At that point, the entire Cub Pack stopped marching, turned toward me and saluted, saying, “Thank you for your service.”

It was an honor for me, but more important it was a teaching (learning?) moment for those Cub Scouts. The Cub Master was teaching the Pack respect for veterans that would continue for the rest of their lives. Good job, Cub Master!

Jim Stapleton

Arlington Heights