Recent content by Willys

This is exactly my reference in posts #20 and 25, as practiced by the GLoTexas. Before any Lodge is open there is no order other than social. The WM gavels and initiates proceedings through which stations, places, and duties become identified, and others vouched.

I do believe, at a very early point, there is a question directed at the Tiler, to which he responds and is then 'put in his place'.

Seems at some point the Tiler is induced to confirm your understanding.

My Texas Monitor of the Lodge doesn't say much but does define Station as 'a place where a person or thing usually stnads or is; an assigned location.' I would take it then that the other Officers have a place, as in no (somewhat) immovable landmark that denotes where they may always be found.

Thanks for that. It's the way I had it. Sometimes I practice forgetting so when the fateful day comes I won't remember. Now let's see, where was that mouse...

Are they going to tear it down or just close off parts? It is kind of large to be as inactive as it is most of the year. I get info about re-doing the museum (as I recall) but not sure I remember shrinking the building.

Not saving what building? Downsizing what?

Gives new meaning to 'The Light Company'

I think that comes during the entertainment part of the degree... From the Texas Monitor of the Lodge, 1982...

To follow up on a couple of posts by Brothers stating that they 'bought their own apron'. I would find that curious as in my Lodge a newly raised brother is presented his own burial apron on the night he is raised. Mine being all white with no markings, and outlined with satin ribbon and...

I'm going for cremation so my apron will need 'a convenient pocket' in which to deposit my earthly remains. And maybe a hammer and chisel to build my new home... ...somewhere out there

I'll recite it verbatim. Most will respond, 'That's the way they have it'. Before doing so I'll tell them I'll be glad to examine but only if I can see their furniture first.

I'd say wait until you're a Past Grand Master. You'll get a pretty nifty apron for that, plus a couple of others along the way.

Greetings Dutch Brothers from Texas Mason. I'm not in The Netherlands but have visited in '98 and '03, both for Queen's Day. Really like your country and always root for the Dutch in the Olympics. Also spent some time bicycling around Leiden, Den Haag, and Alphen aan den Rijn. Was headed to...

'Anachronisms', that is - a list of, not the name of some other film.