Bethel 1's Newest "Member"

I attended Bethel 1's meeting last night. They were supposed to initiate one new member, but unfortunately she had to cancel at the last minute. The Daughters were prepared for an initiation, so it was decided that mock initiation would be done. But where to find a candidate to "initiate?" They looked no further than yours truly . . .

I quietly and stealthily slipped out of the room - only the Guide and Marshal noticed! I waited in the Preparation Room for the ceremony of initiation to begin. You should have heard the laughter on the sidelines and the looks on the Daughters' faces when I walked into the room behind the Guide!

Ladies, you did a great job - considering you were "initiating" your Grand Guardian! You did a great job keeping your composure (many of you wanted to laugh, I know!) . . . .but I think you enjoyed calling me a "pilgrim" just a little *too* much!!

Remarks became a little awkward when I realized the first thing that I wanted to do was welcome the new member . . .so I welcomed myself and I promised to put into Jobies what I would get out of it . . .

I did get to watch the Closing Cross from the East, which is one of my favorite things! Thank you Mom Sherry for allowing me to close the Bethel -- nothing cooler than that!

You know, it's funny . . .Many times the Grand Guardian is given an Honorary Membership by the Daughters of a Bethel . . .They usually don't "initiate" their Grand Guardian! :)

It was definitely a memorable experience!!

Our next event is Grand Lodge in Richmond . . .wish Kelsey, Dad Bill & I luck!! We'll update you soon!!

Peace out!
Mom Melanie :)

It Was a Great Halloween Party, Bethel 22!

Last night was Bethel 22's Almost Annual Halloween Party in Fairfax . . . . . It was great to see DJ Mom Mona there (dressed as Michael Jackson!) and Bethel 1! We had some great costumes and I wish I could tell you what they all were, but it's still early and the caffeine hasn't kicked in yet!

There wasn't a huge turnout, but put the Halloween party on your calendars for next year! Mom Mona and Dad James are already working on a theme . . . Twisted Fairytales! The haunted house will be back, so you don't wanna miss it!

Thanks for Henry Lodge for letting Bethel 22 use your lodge! :)

Happy Halloween everyone!!

Peace out!
Mom Melanie :)