Girl Scouts building a future based on flexibility, inclusion.

From: The Seattle Times (via Knight-Ridder/Tribune NewsService) | Date: February 16, 2003 | Copyright information

Byline: Nancy Bartley

SEATTLE _ In Tacoma, Wash., a 15-year-old Girl Scout named Erika found a troop specially designed for girls in foster care. No matter how many times she is placed in a new home, she will always have the same troop.

In Ballard, Wash., saying grace before snacks is standard for Jennifer McClure's Junior Girl Scouts.

"Thank you, God, for giving us food!" the troop sang to the tune of the "Superman" theme song, clasping hands around the dining-room table and swinging their arms into the air.

The national organization, Girl Scouts of the United ...

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