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I'm pretty sure that I've been eating at Whataburger since long before they ever had an A1 Thick and Hearty burger. As much as I like Whataburger, I can only speculate that anyone who would call In & Out 'slop' has just never eaten there. Changing the subject slightly, I see you are from...

I'm a big fan of Whataburger, but I have to agree that In & Out is every bit as good and maybe some better.

The Elks are a fine organization! Best wishes.

Being able to walk into a room full of people you have never met before and immediately having a common bond. Knowing that if you are ever in a dire predicament, there are people you can truly count on to help. Being able to go anywhere in the world and both of those things still being applicable.

I think it can be viewed as only one or the other, but is more appropriately viewed as a little of both.

Don't rush to a decision. Visit them all. They will all be glad to have you, but make your decision based on your own experience. The level of activity and overall vitality of the lodge would be a big factor, were I the one making the decision. Sometimes that translates to the size of the...

Rocky Patel consistently has excellent cigars. I think Montecristos are the Cadillac cigar, though. I also enjoy pretty much any of the AVO brand, and the La Gloria Cubana Serie R. My preferred beverage to go with a stogie is Elijah Craig bourbon or George Dickel whisky on the rocks.

There's not too much that can't be done in a dutch oven. I use mine in the house more than over an open fire (just because there never seems to be enough time to squeeze in a camping trip) but the outcome is equally tasty. I am a BIG fan of dutch oven peach cobbler.

Go to the pre-stated meeting dinner once or twice. Many lodges have weekly floor schools as well. It shouldn't take you more than a couple of visits to the lodge to get those signatures. If that isn't forthcoming, try another lodge. Don't get discouraged. There are plenty of brethren carrying...

I have seen a lot of conversations sparked with complete strangers, all because I was wearing a S&C ring, keychain, tieclip or lapel pin. Lots of people are interested, but just never really knew who to ask. My Catahoula ain't named Thibadeaux, but he's a heck of a dog.

I would like to obtain a new letter G for our Lodge. In my travels, I have seen some that were obviously commercially made, but I have never been able to identify a place that makes/sells them. Can anybody point me in the right direction? Many thanks in advance.

Is Friday still 'catfish day' at that cafe there in Franklin?

This is increasingly commonplace in other GL jurisdictions. It is the norm in California, where it seemed going through the 'long form' was viewed almost as a novelty. I think the candidate misses out when this path is taken, but I think jurisdictions should be able to as they deem appropriate.

Being surrounded by good people, all pursuing a noble ideal and worthwhile cause.

A progression from ignorant to informed; course to refined; incompetent to adept. It's an analogy for all of our life's pursuits.

March 30, 2006, almost two full years after initiation. 35 years old now.

Our G is kind of sad-looking. I think it was handmade many years ago (by someone with really good intentions I am sure). I have tried to look around for places to order a "G" but no luck so far. I was just going to buy one and donate it. (Yes, our G really is that bad.)

I don't think the average age is quite that high (70), but even if it is 55 that should still be a matter of concern. You do tend to see the older, retired guys more regularly in lodge, however. They have the free time to participate! All the same, I believe the average age is coming down...

The secretary of most any lodge will have ready access to the book of recognized GLs both domestic and abroad.

Whoever created the rituals and ceremonies for the BPOE (Elks Lodge) knew a little something about the Blue Lodge as well.