Dexter is working at Scofield Boy Scout Camp this summer. Since he's only 15 years old, finding a great job can be difficult and he really needed to earn the money for his choir expenses for the upcoming school year (around $1,000). The ultimate performer, Dex absolutely loves this job. He takes care of the 11-13 year old boys who come to camp, entertains them, and trains them on a few different merit badges. On Wednesday nights, they put on a special campfire program where the camp staff teach about patriotism. Part of that program includes having some the boys recreate the flag raising at Iwo Jima during WWII (pictured). Dexter is in the position of the Native American who was originally involved in that historic event. I'm sure you'll all recognize the famous pose, but you may not realize that this was actually the second flag raising. They decided to put up a bigger flag and remembered to take pictures (different sets of soldiers in the two events, the last died a few weeks ago). For all of Dexter's hard work, he gets paid $90 a week and his paychecks show that he works over 80 hours for $1.03 per hour. Despite the substandard wages, he loves his work and everyone there loves him. Feel free to send him mail at:
Dexter Tapahe, staff
Scofield Scout Camp
HC 35 Box 212
Helper, UT 84526
Our puppy, Scout, was very sad when our neighbors moved and she didn't have their dog to play with anymore. Emerson was still longing for a boy dog. We have now solved both problems by getting another beagle, Slash. He's two months younger than Scout and is much more outgoing than she is. Scout is scared of most people and we hope Slash will bring her out of her shell. They're adorable dogs with great personalities. I'm just happy that someone is glad to see me when I come home from work now!
