My question is ..... Is the GLoT Investigations Manual just a guide OR is it something the MUST be followed. We all have our own opinions about it, but what is the GLoT ruling on the Manual? I and others are giving Investigations workshops and we use the GLoT manual, but some get in to a play with "symantics" in that it is just a guide and nothing more than that. Some say it has the GLoT Seal on it and should be followed. If so, then why is there not a mandate sent to all Texas Lodges that the Manual must be followed? This is sometimes difficult and can be somewhat confusing when trying to conduct workshops. Too many "ol' timers" saying "this is the way to do it and way it should be done". Of course sometimes that's the way it is with some as they resist to change and I accept that, but again I'm trying to see if there is a definite rules to go by in Texas.