Cold and windy today,
The wind blew Jean M's dog Buttons off the porch.
I think Bailey would have been blown away also but he is fatter.
Warmer inside.
Eastern Star has two new members.
The officers did a good job.
I am blogging like Rosie today.
Except I spell better.
and I am not feuding with Donald the *ump.
That * was on purpose. Put in your own letter.
I don't understand why people like him
have a lot of money. Seems so mean and nasty.
Maybe that is why.
I used to tell my students.
You can't lift yourself up by putting someone down.
Stay warm. Be Happy.
Tuesday, April 3, 2007
Three Pictures
One is Great Grandfather Underwood's Past Master's Jewell, Then Great Grandfather' Simser's collection including the watch chain made from my great grandmother's hair and finally some flowers from the front yard. They are the bravest ones as it is still chily out and the rain and wind have beaten the others down.
If a dog were the teacher
GREAT ADVICE! and it is all so true!!
If a dog were the teacher, you would learn stuff like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
When it's in your best interest, practice obedience.
Let others know when they've invaded your territory.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back in the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
No matter how often you're scolded, don't buy into the guilt thing and pout! Run right back and make friends.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, then dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
Thanks to Maryjane for the above
If a dog were the teacher, you would learn stuff like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
When it's in your best interest, practice obedience.
Let others know when they've invaded your territory.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back in the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
No matter how often you're scolded, don't buy into the guilt thing and pout! Run right back and make friends.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, then dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
Thanks to Maryjane for the above
Masonic Connection
I got home at 1:00 AM last night. Jon was here with the animals watching TV. I had asked him to come by to let them out and give them a break because I went down to Acanthus early.
They had a Master Mason Degree and it was excellent. I got to play a part I had never done before and it was nice. After the Degree the newly raised brother was presented with a Masonic ring which had belonged to his father-in-law who had passed away shortly before he had begun his Masonic journey. His father-in-law's friend came over from Panora, Iowa to witness the degree and make the presentation.
I have seen this happen a couple of times, a piece of jewelry is passed down to someone from a relative or special friend and as happened last night there were few dry eyes in the Lodge. In fact it happened to me. The night I was installed as Master of Arcadia Lodge some 27 years ago my mother's sister, my aunt Jean, got up and presented me with my great-grandfather Underwood'sPast Master's Jewel. He was Master of Arcadia Lodge twice, The first time was just 99 years before I was Master.
It is a beautiful jewel coin silver, highly engraved with both a square and an arch on the bottom. It is about 5 or 6 inches long. I wear it every once in awhile, but I am always very careful in doing so. I was dumbfounded to receive it. Aunt Jean really made the evening extra special by presenting it to me. Later I also inherited my great-grandfather Simser's Masonic Jewelry. He was a member of Nevada Lodge and his daughter gave me his jewelry. Included was a Keystone watch fob hanging from a watch chain made from my great-grandmother Simser's hair. It is intricately braided and something that I don't think is being done anymore. I have seen highly elaborate braided hair in museums.
These incidents point out to me that ours is a fraternity with history. My father was not a Mason but both of my grandfathers were and all four of my great grandfathers. It is awesome to me to think that they also knelt at a Masonic Altar and took the same obligations and went through the same ination ceremonies that I did. I did not know any of them except my grandfather Cole but I feel more connected to them than if they had not been members of our "gentle craft" and I feel honored to be allowed to belong to the greatest fraternal organization in the world. (But then I'll bet most of you knew that."
They had a Master Mason Degree and it was excellent. I got to play a part I had never done before and it was nice. After the Degree the newly raised brother was presented with a Masonic ring which had belonged to his father-in-law who had passed away shortly before he had begun his Masonic journey. His father-in-law's friend came over from Panora, Iowa to witness the degree and make the presentation.
I have seen this happen a couple of times, a piece of jewelry is passed down to someone from a relative or special friend and as happened last night there were few dry eyes in the Lodge. In fact it happened to me. The night I was installed as Master of Arcadia Lodge some 27 years ago my mother's sister, my aunt Jean, got up and presented me with my great-grandfather Underwood'sPast Master's Jewel. He was Master of Arcadia Lodge twice, The first time was just 99 years before I was Master.
It is a beautiful jewel coin silver, highly engraved with both a square and an arch on the bottom. It is about 5 or 6 inches long. I wear it every once in awhile, but I am always very careful in doing so. I was dumbfounded to receive it. Aunt Jean really made the evening extra special by presenting it to me. Later I also inherited my great-grandfather Simser's Masonic Jewelry. He was a member of Nevada Lodge and his daughter gave me his jewelry. Included was a Keystone watch fob hanging from a watch chain made from my great-grandmother Simser's hair. It is intricately braided and something that I don't think is being done anymore. I have seen highly elaborate braided hair in museums.
These incidents point out to me that ours is a fraternity with history. My father was not a Mason but both of my grandfathers were and all four of my great grandfathers. It is awesome to me to think that they also knelt at a Masonic Altar and took the same obligations and went through the same ination ceremonies that I did. I did not know any of them except my grandfather Cole but I feel more connected to them than if they had not been members of our "gentle craft" and I feel honored to be allowed to belong to the greatest fraternal organization in the world. (But then I'll bet most of you knew that."
Monday, April 2, 2007
Small-Town Ladies
It was a small town and the patrolman was making his evening rounds. As he was checking a used car lot, he came upon two little old ladies sitting in a used car.
He stopped and asked them why they were sitting there in the car. Were they trying to steal it?
"Heavens no, we bought it."
"Then why don't you drive it away."
"We can't drive."
"Then why did you buy it?"
"We were told that if we bought a used car here we'd get screwed .... so we're just waiting."
He stopped and asked them why they were sitting there in the car. Were they trying to steal it?
"Heavens no, we bought it."
"Then why don't you drive it away."
"We can't drive."
"Then why did you buy it?"
"We were told that if we bought a used car here we'd get screwed .... so we're just waiting."
Sunday, April 1, 2007
Sunday, April 1, 2007
I used to have fun on April 1 when it fell on a school day. The kids would try their best to "catch" me in an April Fool's joke. They would tell me my shoe was untied (I wore loafers) my shirttail was out, I had something on my cheek, etc. Once in awhile they would catch me but most of the time I knew what was happening.
There were a lot of extra people in Church today. I think the girl's basketball team must be taking Religion 205 as the girls who came to our service were all tall. I think there was only one chair that was empty and that was while Vicki was playing at the piano. It was nice.
The rest of the day was quiet and uneventful. I went to practice and came home to leftovers from last night's supper. It was just as good tonight as last night although the company was not as good. I had Bailey on the left, Max on the right and Cassie sitting on the counter in front of me. They aren't very good conversationalists.
It is going to be a busy week. A Third Degree at Acanthus on Monday, Eastern Star (with initiation) on Tuesday and Harry Connick, Jr. on Wednesday and then Stated Meeting for Arcadia Lodge on Thursday. I am certainly glad I am retired and have time to do all this. Chilly today. Stay warm and Be Happy! j
There were a lot of extra people in Church today. I think the girl's basketball team must be taking Religion 205 as the girls who came to our service were all tall. I think there was only one chair that was empty and that was while Vicki was playing at the piano. It was nice.
The rest of the day was quiet and uneventful. I went to practice and came home to leftovers from last night's supper. It was just as good tonight as last night although the company was not as good. I had Bailey on the left, Max on the right and Cassie sitting on the counter in front of me. They aren't very good conversationalists.
It is going to be a busy week. A Third Degree at Acanthus on Monday, Eastern Star (with initiation) on Tuesday and Harry Connick, Jr. on Wednesday and then Stated Meeting for Arcadia Lodge on Thursday. I am certainly glad I am retired and have time to do all this. Chilly today. Stay warm and Be Happy! j
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