I am touched by the response this post has gotten so far. The kindness and generosity of the folks here has always impressed me.
The young man's name if Troy. He is 14 and very good, respectful kid. He lives with his single mother and young sister. The mother works two low paying jobs and does not have much money to spare. He asked his mother for only a shirt and shoes for Christmas because he knows she cant afford more. That is the kind of kid he is.
My wife and I and another family bought him a paintball gun and some gear before we knew about the scope otherwise we would have just bought that instead.
I will see what size boots he wears Don and Jwterry, I am sure he would appreciate the backpack etc. I don't think he has much in the way of gear.
Thanks again to everyone, especially Davidlea for helping make this kid's Christmas.
