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Brownie points in modern usage are an imaginary social currency, which can be acquired by doing good deeds or earning favor in the eyes of another, often one's spouse. Conjectures for etymology [ edit ]
A brownie or broonie , [1] also known as a brùnaidh or gruagach (Scottish Gaelic), is a household spirit or hobgoblin from Scottish folklore that is said to come out at night while the owners of the house are asleep and perform various chores and farming tasks.
Brownies are in second and third grades (around ages 7–9). [3] [9] and earn triangular shaped Brownie Leadership Journey Awards and National Proficiency Badges.Their uniform consists of a brown vest or sash which may be worn with a white shirt and khaki bottoms or with an official Brownie uniform. [2]
In Girl Guides of Canada, the Brownie Promise is: [9] I promise to do my best, To be true to myself, my beliefs and Canada, I will take action for a better world, And respect the Brownie Law. The Canadian Brownie Law is: As a Brownie I am honest and kind. I help take care of the world around me. The Canadian Brownie Motto is: Lend a Hand. Old ...
After requests for new awards in 1993, the BSA established a policy statement outlining requirements for recognition. [10] To gain recognition, a proposed program must be approved by the BSA Religious Relationships Committee. The medal or badge design must also be approved and must be different from the emblems of other programs.
The White House Office of Management and Budget stopped "shutdown preparations" overnight in expectation that Congress would pass the short-term funding necessary to keep the government running.
A traditional snickerdoodle recipe includes unsalted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, all-purpose flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt.
Popular Republican Gov. Chris Sununu of New Hampshire, who has long been a vocal Trump critic, says there's still room in the GOP for those outside the MAGA and America First base.