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He defined it the phrase as being "always in a state of readiness in mind and body to do your duty," and more specifically, "a scout must prepare himself by previous thinking out and practicing how to act on any accident or emergency so that he is never taken by surprise."

Later, he would add, "When your parents die -- and they will, no surprise there -- you must efficiently organize their affairs and swiftly execute their last wishes for their estate without any regard for your feelings or state of mind."

"And when your elderly wife trips and falls on your evening walk on a pleasant September evening, you will be responsible for the ambulance ride and thousands in medical bills. Start saving now."