Girl Scout Promise

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Girl Scout Promise

My daughter is a Girl Scout Junior and has recently started wondering how to express her (lack of) faith in public. Living in Texas, this can sometimes be dangerous for kids. She already leaves "under god" out of the pledge of allegiance, but is wondering how to amend the Girl Scout Promise line, "To serve god and my country" to better reflect her atheism. Other than simple omission, why disrupts the cadence, what are your suggestions?

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It's great to see discussions

It's great to see discussions about how to navigate personal beliefs in organizations like Girl Scouts. It's important for kids to feel comfortable expressing themselves. For your daughter, perhaps she could modify the promise to say, "To serve my community and my country," which maintains the spirit of service without the religious connotation. Speaking of community, if you're in Korea and looking for some fun activities, you might want to check out sk win, which offers bonuses for residents here. It could be a nice way to unwind and enjoy some entertainment. Plus, there are many options tailored to local preferences!

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