William is named after his grandfather. And like his grandfather, William plans to become an Eagle Scout.
Eagle is the highest rank in scouting and requires perseverance and service. In order to earn this rank, William is raising funds and building fences at a hockey rink so that it can be used as a dog park. William comes from a dog-friendly family: he has two dogs and his dad is a dog trainer.
Besides scouting, fitness is William’s other passion. Most days you’ll find him at the gym, and two knee surgeries have barely slowed him down. He hopes to pursue a career in fitness. He also enjoys playing lacrosse, hanging out with friends, drinking coffee [when he’s not drinking a raw protein shake], and listening to rap [Kendrick Lamar is his favorite].
He works at a gym and uses his earnings to buy gas, concert tickets, and rings. He has a collection of rings. One special ring he wears is embossed with ocean waves. William bought it after a painful knee surgery. “The waves remind me to go with the flow,” he explained. That’s wisdom.
As you encounter obstacles in life William, remember sometimes it’s best to go with the flow. Good advice for us all.