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Posted: 6/18/2012 4:53:46 PM EDT
Well, my life and interests have taken many different turns, and Arfcom was the last thing I was worried about. I used to be pretty active on site, and in my HTF, but have been absent for the last year or so.
I was contemplating letting my membership expire, and then I remembered the Masonic Forum!!!!

Last year, about this time, I came here asking questions. I had my reservations about joining, and drug my feet.(Beer Slayer was a HUGE help there)Finally about 6 mos ago, I made the leap! I was accepted into the brotherhood, and as of 2 weeks ago became a Fellowcraft!!
I a member of a troubled lodge(membership wise) as many have passed on. We lost our lodge, and are using a neighboring towns lodge for the time being. With that said, I am AMAZED at the knowledge of my fellow brothers. The wisdom of some of the members is astounding. They help they extend is refreshing as well.

I am a fairly private person(anti-social to quite an extent), and this is where much of my apprehension laid. Joining the brotherhood was like a massive weight being lifted off my shoulders, asnd joining the lodge gave me a sense of pride I haven't felt since I graduated boot camp.

That leads me to this thread. With all that is going in my life, I didn't(and don't) have the time and money to hang around Arfcom like I used to, and then I see that right here in the midst of Arfcom I have another family. Looks like I'll stay a member another year;)
Link Posted: 6/18/2012 5:30:44 PM EDT
[#1]
Glad to see you here, Brother!
Link Posted: 6/18/2012 5:42:28 PM EDT
[#2]
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Glad to see you here, Brother!

I'm not a paid member here. Stick around brother.
I know a little of how you feel about joining the lodge. It's been a help for me, also, not a very social person. Stick with it & get your MM! It is well worth it.  I even visit other lodges in my area.
Link Posted: 6/18/2012 5:50:27 PM EDT
[#3]
Good call, I just realized it was in the general forum.

I'm pretty nervous about MM. I know the path I will take beyond Blue Lodge, but my time is so divided. I have four kids (8,7,3,3mos) I am a HVAC tech, plus home chores and that's just to start.

The upside is I am a very intuitive person, I love to learn, and my memory is photogenic. Luckily one of the brothers in the lodge hosts studies, up to 7 nights a week.
Link Posted: 6/19/2012 12:48:54 AM EDT
[#4]
Welcome back brother.  I understand many of the things posted here....but remember that a Mason is made in his heart.....we don't always get to lodge as often as we like...but live the life.

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Link Posted: 6/19/2012 8:26:43 AM EDT
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I'm pretty nervous about MM.


Don't be.  It's something we've all done.  Remember you're in a room full of Brothers.  Enjoy the experience.
Link Posted: 6/19/2012 8:28:01 AM EDT
[#6]
Welcome back brother.
 
Link Posted: 6/19/2012 8:30:27 AM EDT
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I'm pretty nervous about MM.





Don't be. It's something we've all done. Remember you're in a room full of Brothers. Enjoy the experience.
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I was raised last week and it was a great experience.....don't worry, enjoy the evening and what is has to offer!



Link Posted: 6/19/2012 6:20:54 PM EDT
[#8]
Well Just got the word, looks like 6/28/2012 is my date. If any locals want to drop in, our lodge would love to have you.
Link Posted: 6/25/2012 12:49:31 AM EDT
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Well Just got the word, looks like 6/28/2012 is my date. If any locals want to drop in, our lodge would love to have you.


It will be a great experience for you brother!! I have personally picked out one of the most attractive sheep I have seen in years!! I will pick you up around 6pm..See you on the 28th!!
Link Posted: 6/25/2012 6:50:11 PM EDT
[#10]
Good luck Brother.You will never forget it. Trust in your lodge Brothers and enjoy the experience.
Link Posted: 6/29/2012 6:03:20 PM EDT
[#11]
So how was it? Did the goat throw ya?
Link Posted: 7/3/2012 1:47:42 AM EDT
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So how was it? Did the goat throw ya?

Uh-oh...It's several days later now and we haven't heard from the new Brother!  You don't thing the goat won, by chance, do you?
Link Posted: 7/4/2012 5:20:42 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 7/5/2012 3:25:04 PM EDT
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So how was it? Did the goat throw ya?

Uh-oh...It's several days later now and we haven't heard from the new Brother!  You don't thing the goat won, by chance, do you?


That goat was strong, but not my first ;)
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