On the Charter situation, that is exactly what LJ, Rene' and I were saying, and we were way across from the rest of you. That shows, there was a lot of the same thoughts, with no discussion or direct connection at the time. We thought, had he started with an apology of some sort, it would have been better for them, than to jump right in accusing the Brother who apparently was trying to do right...
I was allowed to see the Monitor a couple of times. My Instructor had it in his hands, and told me which part to look at. I never got to hold, or read it until I gave my MM Proficiency. I understand that is not required, but just the way I was taught. I am now in possession of the "other" book, which was given to me by my Father-in-law, and from time to time, I rad through it, to make sure I have my words where they need to be. I think it is good as an "aid to memory", or to get the words correct when there may be some confusion on your own, or among Brothers. NO student should have it!! Well, those going through the first three degrees anyway, because we should all be a student as we go through life