April 2007 Newsletter
Fraternal Greetings from the East
Greetings Brethren, I hope that all of you are well. March was a very busy month. Lodge inspection, three EA’s, the Grand Master’s Reception and the Grand Master’s Class. Far Hills Lodge had four candidates in the one-day class and over 275 men participated from the Second Masonic District. Over six hundred were in attendance.
It’s been good to see some new faces in Lodge the past few weeks.
Thanks to the brethren for the many new petitions received recently; it sure is nice to have real candidates. Brethren, keep the petitions coming. I would also like to thank all of the special lodge supporters. Are you one yet?
This month we will have a night out with the ladies on April 21st. We are meeting at 6:00 PM at Ryan’s Steak House, 1760 Stroop Road in Kettering. Please call David Brewer at 299-9016 or Lloyd Nickell at 253-1239 to let us know if you and your lady will attend.
News from the Temple Board
There will be a special meeting of the Far Hills Temple Board at the Stated Meeting of the Lodge on April 26, 2007. We will be able to answer all of your questions concerning the sale of the parcel of land at the back of our property. Please take this opportunity to attend. Check the Trestleboard for the scheduled work days. We sure could use your help.
From the Secretary’s Desk
A 50-year service award pin and certificate were presented to BRO. FRANCIS (Frank) W. KIMRY, a member of Triangle Lodge #748 F&AM of Columbus, Ohio, by Secretary Weyrauch on March 23, 2007.
From the LEO
So many people embark on projects to make changes in their lives, only to get detoured or bogged down in the numerous other things that are in their lives. These can be physical blocks, such as a cluttered living room or kitchen but they can also be emotional issues, mental clarity or personal relationships. Here are a few guides to simplifying your life of the obstacles that stand between you and fulfillment of your vision.
Empty Your Brain. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and stressed out, it can be liberating to empty your brain of your internal “to-do†list and emotional baggage.
Lighten your mental load by writing down or journaling the stuff that is taking up mind space. At this point, you don’t have to take any action on it. The objective is to clear it from your head.
Eliminate Relations That are Sucking the Life Out of You. Limit your time with them and set boundaries around what activities you allow them to engage you in.
Be honest in your evaluation. Who is helping you and who is dragging you down? Who is eating up your time and giving nothing back? Who makes you feel good, supported and energized? Anyone who adds value to your life stays in and everybody else goes away.
Lighten Your Heart. Getting closure on the past and relationships can unburden you of emotional baggage that is weighing down your heart and spirit. Forgive and forget. Let it go. Call that person up or write them a letter you never send, but get over it.
In Memory
WILLIAM HENRY EICHER
Endowed Member
DOB: 02/16/1927 • DIED: 03/23/2007
EA 11-20-1961 • FC 01-08-1962 • MM 02-19-1962
He rests from his labors.
Joke for the Month
A little before Lodge is about to open an old man totters up to the Tyler and says, “I’m here to receive my 2nd degree.” Well, they all look at this guy, who really is older than dirt, and they ask him to explain. “I was entered on July 4, 1922. Now I’m ready for my 2nd degree.”
So they go scurrying for the records, and sure enough, there was his name, entered on July 4, 1922. “Where have you been all these years? What took you so long to be ready for your 2nd?†they asked. He replied, “I was learning to subdue my passions!â€