Adventures of For the Strength of Youth Man
Dressing Disasters

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Submitted by: Karen Speis karenspeis@peoplepc.com

Narrator: 1999. . . .[Your Town] A dangerous time and a dangerous place for the unsuspecting youth of [Your Ward]. The forces of evil are everywhere. . .waiting to attack. All would be lost if not for the courage of one courageous hero. . .the Guardian of Goodness, that Defender of Decency. . .none other than For The Strength of Youth Man!

Our story begins in the halls of [your local mall/shopping center]

Janie: Betty, where do you want to go next?

Betty: Well, Janie, I really need a swimsuit. How about if we stop by the Bikini Barn?

Janie: I think--

[Enter FSY Man] lilbee2.gif (1200 bytes)

FSY Man: Halt! Stop! Don't you know what you are doing? What are you thinking, girls????!!!??

Girls: For The Strength of Youth Man!!!

FSY Man: That's right, kids. And I got here in the nick of time!!

Betty: What were we doing wrong, For The Strength of Youth Man?

FSY Man: Gadzooks, Betty! The Bikini Barn???!!!!????

Janie: Well, you know For The Strength of Youth Man, there are lots of bikinis that are more modest than one piece swimsuits.

FSY Man: Egad, Janie! Don't you remember my motto? "If you wear an immodest bathing suit because it's "the style" it sends a message. . .that modesty is not important."

Betty: Well, I don't want to send that message! Modesty is important.

Janie: But, how do we know what is alright?

FSY Man: Well, Janie, if you're not sure, always ask for guidelines from your parents, advisors, and bishop. They are there to help!

Girls: Thanks, For The Strength of Youth Man! We'll remember that!

FSY Man: Think nothing of it, youthful teens! I must be off to save others like you! Goodbye!

[FSY Man rushes off]

Narrator: Later that month. . .

Johnny: Hey, Freddy! Did you get the tickets?

Freddy: You bet I did Johnny. Gagaspalooza is going to be so cool!

Johnny: Let's wear our pants that are 50 sizes too big and grow our hair longer and not wash it for two weeks so we can look cool at the concert!

[Enter FSY Man]

Freddy and Johnny: It's For The Strength of Youth Man!

FSY Man: What in thunder is going on here??!!!???

Johnny: We're going to a cool concert!!

FSY Man: Don't you remember my motto? "Avoid extremes in your clothing and appearance."

Freddy: What do you mean, For The Strength of Youth Man?

FSY Man: Giant pants and dirty hair may not be extreme if you are stranded on a desert island, but they certainly are here!

Freddy and Johnny: Thanks, For The Strength of Youth Man!!

Narrator: At the end of summer, the teens of [your town] are excited about the Mutual Fall Formal Dance.

Janie: Oh, Betty. What are you going to wear to the formal?

Betty: I was thinking about that dress we saw at the mall. I know it's sleeveless, but it's impossible to find a formal that has sleeves!

[Enter FSY Man]

FSY Man: Yikes, girls!!! Don't say another word!!

Girls: For The Strength of Youth Man!!!

FSY Man: And I got here just in time. Don't you remember my motto? "Dress appropriately for all Church meetings and activities."

Janie: But For The Strength of Youth Man, how will we find a formal?

FSY Man: If you need help, talk to your parents, advisors and bishop. They will move heaven and earth to find a modest formal for you!!!

Betty: But how can we find out more about dress standards?

FSY Man: Remember, teens: I can't be here all the time, so I've created this booklet to help you remember my mottos!

Janie: Yeah, it comes in regular and wallet size! [She pulls one out of her pocket]

FSY Man: Great scott! You had one all this time?!?!?!? If you have it, use it!

All: Great idea, For The Strength of Youth Man!!

FSY Man: And always remember: If you follow these things, you WILL succeed!

The End

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