STARS OF WASHINGTON
 
February 8th, 2007
#7-009
 
Verses for your Valentine Cards ...
 
  • You are my queen of hearts that I will forever hold in my heart ... even after the game is over.   
  • If I had 11 roses and you, I would have a dozen.
  • If you were a burger at McDonalds, I'd call you McBeautyful.
  • If I followed you home, would you keep me?
  • You must have been born in a forest because you are a fox!
  • Honey, you are so sweet, you are giving me a toothache!
  • No wonder the sky is gray today, all the blue is in your eyes.
  • If I had a rose for every time I thought of you, I'd walk through a garden forever.
  • I may not be Dairy Queen, but I'll treat you right!
  • Do you believe in Love at first sight or do I have to walk by again
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    NEW GRAND REPRESENTATIVE
     
        I just got a call from Phil Green, Associate Grand Patron and at the Official Visit of Spokane Chapter and Martha Chapter last night he presented
    to Dick Weigel of Martha Chapter, Cheney, the appointment to Sao Paulo, Brazil.
        Congratulations to a very deserving member.
    Cards can be sent to
    Dick Weigel
    2101 E Turnberry LN
    Spokane, WA 99223
    ** Louise Belsby, Secretary, EWGRC
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        Grand Ruth, Doris Edwards traveled southeast last evening (Tuesday) to visit Alma Chapter in Kennewick and present a Commission of Grand Representative of Alberta in WA to Steve Williams.  Congratulations, Brother Steve.
    Cards:
    23407 S Ruff PR SE
    Kennewick, WA 99337
     
     
     
    PLACES TO BE ... PEOPLE TO SEE ...
     
    MESSAGES IN MY INBOX ...
     
    Prayers needed ...
    Hi Connie,
        Here's an update on Dad for 'Stars'
        Dad (Ken Davis) has had a series of problems but we hope things are on the mend. Most everyone knows he had an aortic valve replacement in May 2006. The heart surgery caused a very serious lung condition to kick in, and he has never really recovered from that. On December 15, he had a stroke which affected his cerebellum and caused him to loose his sense of balance. He was in the hospital for one week and in a rehab center for 2 more weeks before he came home. Since coming home he has had problems with his heart rate. It was dropping below 40 and causing him to almost pass out, which is very concerning since his balance isn't all that great anyway. He saw his Cardiologist on Jan 31st and he is scheduled for surgery to have a pace maker installed on February 7th. Providing there are no complications he will only be in the hospital for one night.
        Please keep Mom and Dad in your thoughts and prayers.
    ** Vicki Chamberlain, AM, Magnolia Chapter
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    More Prayers ...
        Pat Foster, Worthy Matron of Pilgrim Chapter #157, had a heart attack last night (Tuesday) at ten thirty.  She was rushed to the Olympic Memorial
    Hospital in Port Angeles, and is being moved this morning to the Providence Hospital in Seattle. Pat had suffered a couple of heart attacks in 1997 and
    1998 and has had three heart surgeries.  I have no further information at this time other than her room number at the hospital.  Room 428  on 4E and
    her heart specialist is Dr. Albro.  Please keep Pat in your Prayers.
    ** Myrtle Powers, Past Matron Pilgrim Chapter
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    Address Correction ...
    Hi Connie,
      Always enjoy your Stars of Washington. A lot of helpful information for Grand Lodge is in it.
      Lew and Laura Vogel moved and their address is now 1912 Tacoma Rd., Puyallup, WA 98371. Because of Lew’s condition they were forced to move to a home on one level.
        Have a great day!
    ** Charlene Bevis Leigh, Office Manager, GL or WA           
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    Lost ...
        Would you please put a blurb in "Stars..." to the effect that I am missing a pair of brown open-toed slingback shoes.  I wore them for Gen's Cooley's honor night, and changed shoes to work in the kitchen, placing them in a plastic bag on the bench.  I'm hoping that someone picked them up by accident.  E-mail is ivan@localaccess.com or (360) 330 - 2114.  Thank you very much!! 
    ** Marla Miller                                                                                             
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    Job's Daughters Bethel #40 ... French Toast Breakfast
    by Stormie Kerby, Honored Queen
     
        The time has come again to join the Jobies at our French Toast Breakfast on Sunday, February 18, 2007 at Southgate Masonic Hall from 8 am to Noon.  We will be serving French Toast, Bacon, Eggs, and several drink options.  This is a wonderful time for all of you to see the growth and potential our organization has.  We have grown into a well round fun group and would love to have each of you come and visit with us on the 18th.  Please mark our breakfast on your calendar and we'll see you then. For more information on Job's Daughters please contact our Bethel Guardian Mrs. Josie McKinney at 206-937-6914 or josiemckinney@hotmail.com
    ** Judy Nalley     
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    Rada Uphus Chapter News ...
    Good Morning All,  I think!!
        Well here is the info on Rada Uphus #208.  As we all know the January meetings were either cut short by snow or canceled altogether.  So' on Tuesday February 6th the Chapter meet with the Officers in attendance and sideliners present.  This evening was somewhat extended as the Worthy Matron presented all her Committee members with gifts for their service and expressed her appreciation for all they have done to make the year to date successful.   The evening was made even more memorable as those seeking office for next year submitted their letters of intent.  The best part of this process is that there are at least 4 members of the Chapter seeking elected office that have never served as Worthy Matron or Patron. What a great way to start a new term, new officers and new ideas.  
        Some of the other events of the evening were fantastic, the refreshments provided by those responsible for the evening repose were extremely well received.  The pies and other delicacies were greatly appreciated and sustained those in need of the additional sugar that keeps us all alert.
        To all who could not attend may your presence at our next communication be attainable and you too can join in the fellowship, friendship, and good feelings one gets when being with people of kindred minds.
    ** Vinny
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    Montana Grand Session Info & Forms ...
        The Advance Invitation to Montana Grand Chapter in June, 2007, Pre-Registration Form, Banquet/Luncheon Reservation Form, Grand Representative Luncheon Form, PGM/PGP Banquet Reservation Form, PAGO Breakfast Reservation Form, Golf Tournament Information, and the Housing list of area motels have now been loaded to the Internet.  The link to these forms has been added at the top of the menu on the left of the web pages.
        If you have trouble opening any of these forms, let me know.  I hope they can be opened by everyone regardless of the type of computer they use.
    ---Martha Hendrickson, Montana Stars
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    Wrong Address ...
    Hi Connie
        Thank you for putting Wanda’s appointment in the Stars.  Her & our address is 63631 NE 194th Pl. Gold Bar, WA 98251 Thanks again see you and Ted along the way.
    ** Bill Wade WP
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    Sadness ...
        George Byras, husband of Corley Anne Byras, Grand Secretary of the Grand Chapter of Maine, passed away yesterday. Sister Corley has been bravely caring for her sick husband for the last several months. George is not a member of our Order, but would accompany his wife at our dinners and dances. He will be missed.
        Sister Corley, her four children and their spouses can all use our prayers at this time.
        If you would like to send Sister Corley a note of sympathy her address is:
    176 Litchfield Road
    Bowdoin, ME 04287
    ** Stephanie Dupal, PM, Secretary, Pioneer Chapter No 11, Lisbon Falls, Maine GGC
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    Grand Lodge Function Cancelled
    Hey Miss Connie
        Just read the Stars and the Louis, Louie Crab Feed in Hoquiam has been cancelled due to the Fire Marshall not allowing more than 50 people in the upstairs because they do not have a fire escape.
    ** Diane McQuery, First Lady of Masonry in WA
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    Congratulations are in order ...
    Dear Connie,
        Please in Stars:
        Recently our dear friend, Carol Cloud, of Yuma, Arizona, was surprised with a Grand Representative commission.  She is now the Grand Representative of Washington in Arizona.  Carol and husband Curt have attended several of our Grand Chapters, when I was going through the Grand Line.  Now we will be seeing her again at Grand Chapter time. Congratulations Carol.
    Love & Kindness,
    ** June Lee, PGM
    I ditto the Congratulations Sister Carol.  See you at GC!!!
     
     
    FEBRUARY MASONIC FAMILY CALENDAR ...
     
    OES:  Events with Worthy Grand Matron
    GL:  Events with the Grand Master
    CHIPS:  Childhood Identification Program
    TU = Team Uniform - consisting of blue blazer, grey slacks, white or blue Masonic shirt and team tie.
    CTU = Casual Team Uniform - blue Masonic tee-shirt, slacks. 
     
     
    GRAND REPRESENTATIVE APPOINTMENTS

    (Let’s fill in the empty spaces of those that have either expired as of 12/31/2006 and 1/1/2007 … hopefully, I have them all!  Those from other Jurisdictions who receive this publication and wish to correspond with their counterparts, please let me know!)

     

    Alberta ...  Steve Williams, Alma Chapter

    British Columbia ... Lew Vogel, Pyramid Chapter

    Connecticut ... Jennie Kelly, Stanwood Chapter

    Florida ... Pam Armagost, Welcome Chapter

    Massachusetts ... Jean Cole, Warren Chapter

    Michigan ... Ed Weber, Adelphi Chapter

    Minnesota

    Mississippi

    New Brunswick ... Nancy Boivin, Crown Chapter

    New Hampshire ... Marjorie Bamford, Centralia Chapter

    New York ... Wanda Wade, Floral Chapter

    North Carolina

    Ontario ... Marjorie Giebrecht. Silver Star Chapter

    Sao Paulo ... Dick Weigel, Martha Chapter

    Saskatchewan ... Lee Ison, Belfair Chapter

     

     

     
    THE HISTORY OF VALENTINE'S DAY
     
        The story of Valentine's Day begins in the third century with an oppressive Roman emperor and a humble Christian martyr. The emperor was Claudius II Gothicus. The Christian was Valentinus.
        Claudius had ordered all Romans to worship state religion's idols, and he had made it a crime punishable by death to associate with Christians. But Valentinus was dedicated to the ideals of Christ, and not even the threat of death could keep him from practicing his beliefs.
        During the last weeks of Valentinus's life a remarkable thing happened. One day a jailer for the Emperor of Rome knocked at Valentinus's door clutching his blind daughter in his arms. He had learned of Valentinus's medical and spiritual healing abilities, and appealed to Valentinus to treat his daughter's blindness. She had been blind since birth. Valentinus knew that her condition would be difficult to treat but he gave the man his word he would do his best. The little girl was examined, given an ointment for her eyes and a series of re-visits were scheduled.
        Seeing that he was a man of learning, the jailer asked whether his daughter, Julia, might also be brought to Valentinus for lessons. Julia was a pretty young girl with a quick mind. Valentinus read stories of Rome's history to her. He described the world of nature to her. He taught her arithmetic and told her about God. She saw the world through his eyes, trusted in his wisdom, and found comfort in his quiet strength.
        "Valentinus, does God really hear our prayers?" Julia said one day. "Yes, my child, He hears each one, "he replied. "Do you know what I pray for every morning and every night? I pray that I might see. I want so much to see everything you've told me about!"
        "God does what is best for us if we will believe in Him," Valentinus said.
        "Oh, Valentinus, I do believe," Julia said intensely. "I do." She knelt and grasped his hand. They sat quietly together, each praying. Several weeks passed and the girl's sight was not restored. Yet the man and his daughter never wavered in their faith and returned each week.
        Then one day, Valentinus received a visit from Roman soldiers who arrested him, destroyed his medicines and advised him against his religious beliefs. When the little girl's father learned of his arrest and imprisonment, he wanted to intervene but there was nothing he could do. 
        On the eve of his death, Valentinus wrote a last note to Julia - knowing his execution was imminent. Valentinus asked the jailer for a paper, pen and ink. He quickly jotted a farewell note and handed it to the jailer to give to his blind daughter. He urged her to stay close to God, and he signed it:  From Your Valentine. 
    His sentence was carried out the next day, February 14, 270 A.D., near a gate that was later named Porta Valentini in his memory.
       When the jailer went home, he was greeted by his little girl. The little girl opened the note and discovered a yellow crocus inside. The message said:  From your Valentine.   As the little girl looked down upon the crocus that spilled into her palm she saw brilliant colors for the first time in her life! The girl's eyesight was restored! A miracle!
        He was buried at what is now the Church of Praxedes in Rome. It is said that Julia herself planted a pink-blossomed almond tree near his grave. Today, the almond tree remains a symbol of abiding love and friendship. In 496 Pope Gelasius named February 14 as Saint Valentine's Day.  
        On each Valentine's Day, messages of affection, love and devotion are still exchanged around the world.
     
     
    BLUE LODGE AGENDAS
     
             
    February 8:
    * Camanio Lodge No. 19 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM. 
    * Peninsular Lodge No. 95 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
    February 9:
    * Lynden Lodge ... Rummage Sale, Ferndale Masonic Center; 9:00 AM.
    * North Hill Lodge No. 210 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM. 
    February 10:
    * Bellingham Bay Lodge ... Sweetheart dinner at Maplewood Center.  6:00 - 6:15 PM; dinner served at 6:30 PM. 
    * Damascus Lodge No. 199 ... Pancake Breakfast; 7:00 - 10:00 AM.
    * Fidalgo Lodge No. 77 ... Sweetheart Lunch; 12 Noon.
    * Lynden Lodge ... Rummage Sale, Ferndale Masonic Center; 9:00 AM.
    * Lynden Lodge ... Valentine Sweet Dinner; BMC; 6:00 PM.
    * Whidbey Island No. 15 ... Sweetheart Dinner; 6:00 PM. 
    February 12:
    * Deer Park Lodge No. 134 ... Stated Meeting; OV of DDGM; 7:30 PM. 
    * Everett Lodge No. 137 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
    * Ferndale Lodge No. 264 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
    February 13:
    * Chewelah Lodge No. 135 ... Stated Meeting; 7:00 PM.
    * Damascus Lodge No. 199 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
    * Fairhaven Lodge No. 73 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
    * Fidalgo Lodge No. 77 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
    February 14:
    * Arlington Lodge No. 129 ... Stated Meeting; Ladies Night Dinner; 6:30 PM.
    * Burlington-United Lodge No. 93 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM. 
    * Nooksack Valley Lodge No. 105 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
    February 15:
    * Garfield Lodge No. 41 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
    * Kulshan International Lodge ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
    * Lynden Lodge ... Special Communication; 7:30 PM.
    * Newport Lodge No. 144 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM. 
    * Whatcom Lodge No. 151 ... Stated Meeting; Dinner:  5:30 PM; Meeting: 6:30 PM. 
    February 16:
    * Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44 ... Special Communication; 7:30 PM.  Will be holding a Third Degree.
    * Sultan-Monroe Lodge No. 160 ... Secrets of the Chair (Past Masters Only); 7:00 PM.
    * Whatcom Lodge ... Stated Meeting; Dinner at 5:30 PM; Meeting:  6:30 PM. 
    February 17:
    * MFLA at 2626 West Maplewood.  ; Ferndale Lodge No. 264 hosts; 10:00 AM.
    February 19:
    * Langley Lodge No. 219 ... Stated Meeting; Chili Cook Off; 7:30 PM.
    February 20:
    * Crystal Lodge No. 122 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
    * Kulshan International Lodge No. 186 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM. 
    * LOA; Anacortes; 7:30 PM. 
    * Spokane Lodge No. 34 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM. 
    * Sultan-Monroe Lodge No. 160 ... Stated Meeting; Dinner (Ladies Night); 6:30 PM.
    * Whidbey Lodge No. 15 ... Stated Meeting; 6:30 PM Dinner - 7:30 PM Meeting.
    February 21:
    * Centennial Lodge No. 25 ... Stated Meeting; Boy Scout Night; Cherry Pie Eating Contest; 7:30 PM. 
    * Kettle Falls Lodge No. 130 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM. 
    February 22:
    * Camanio Lodge No. 19 ... Degree Practice; 7:00 PM. 
    * Peninsular Lodge No. 95 ... Special Communication; 7:30 PM.
    February 24:
    * Lynden Lodge ... Past Masters Dinner; TBA.
    February 26:
    * Deer Park Lodge No. 134 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM. 
    * Everett Lodge No. 137 ... Special Communication; 7:30 PM.
    February 27:
    * Chewelah Lodge No. 135 ... Stated Meeting; 7:00 PM.
    * Damascus Lodge No. 199 ... Stated Meeting; 7:30 PM.
    February 28:
    * Arlington Lodge No. 129 ... Stated Meeting; Visiting Lodge - Damascus Lodge No. 199; 7:30 PM. 
    * Lynden Lodge ... Instruction & Proficiency by VW F. Juntunen; 7:00 PM. 
     
    If you wish to have your Blue Lodge Agenda in this section, please let me know!)
     
     
    MINUTE MAN AWARDS
     
        WGM Joanne Clark is honoring the Masons at the Official Visits this year.  She is selecting a Mason from a list given to her form the Worthy Matrons of each Chapter.  They will be called the "Minuteman" to go along with her patriotic theme. To qualify for the award, the Mason must be a 10 year member of Eastern Star, have served as Worthy Patron in the Chapter, and been active in the Chapter.  The pins are beautiful and were purchased from Dave Hattrick of ID, now residing for a spell in AZ.
        So let's give these outstanding Masons some credit for all their work they do for our beautiful Order!  I will need some help here so please let me know who has been given this award in your Chapter during the Official Visit. 
    (For July, August, September, October, November & December ... please check in the archives on Connie's Corner on the GC of WA's website ... www.washingtonoes.org.  - the last list published in its entirety was in issue #6-052.)
     

    JANUARY:

     

    Tyee ... Gene Gregory        Century ... Carlmer Sorensen

    Laurel  Gerald Barnes        Maple Leaf ... Gary Pitcher    

    Olympic ... Herb Farman        Poulsbo ... Earl Whittaker        

    Ferndale ... Earl Granger    Golden Rod ... Durwin Moore       

    Floral ... Jack Estes            Occidental ... Joe Ostby

    Reliance ... Tom Addy        Waconda ... Tom Schenewerk

    Belfair ... Donald Daly        Vida ... Larry Todd       

    Cedar  ... Cappy McIntire     Centralia ... Chuck Battin

    Chehalis ... J C Tibbetts        Fern ... Ken Ellingson

    Nesika ... Chuck Kent      Cyclamen ... Louis Chubb
    Faith ... Ron Haave
     
    FEBRUARY:
     
    Analia  ...  Don Etchison     Rada Uphus ... Vinnie DiGiulio
    Spokane ... Ron Hemming        Martha ... John 'Bud' Harris
    Victory ... Evan Nelson        Adelphi:  Clarence House
    Roza
    Sunnyside
    Warren
    Guiding Star
     
        I need some help here on filling in the missing names ... How about sending me the news??

     

     

     
    AND ONE JOKE ...
     
        A biker is riding a new motorcycle on the highway. While passing a car, he knocks on the window. The driver of the car opens the window, "Yes?" 
        "Ever driven a Honda motorcycle?" 
        "No I haven't" 
        The biker drives on, until he sees the next car. While passing it, he knocks on the window. The driver of the car opens the window: "Yes?" 
        "Ever driven a Honda motorcycle?" 
        "No I haven't" 
        Then suddenly there is a curve, the biker sees it too late. He crashes off the road into a ditch. A car stops and a man runs to the unlucky biker. Covered in blood, the biker asks, "Ever driven a Honda motorcycle?" 
        "Yes I have. I had a Honda for 20 years." 
        The biker says, "Tell me, where are the brakes?"
     
     
    AND A WORD FROM YOURS TRULY
     
     
     
        Again, no time to chit chat ... have some packing to do!  Hope that you have a great weekend and I'll be back to chat again next week!  See you at the Esther Club Luncheon and Grand Treasurer Reception on Saturday!   And the Jambalaya dinner on Sunday!  (What's that song?  --- Has a filagumbo!  Tonight I'm gonna meet someone??? on the bayou!) 
       Until next time ... Hearty Patriot Hugs and happy thoughts. 
    ** Connie
    P. S.  Remember ...   Experience is a wonderful thing.  It enables you to recognize a mistake when you make it again.
     
     
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    I do appreciate hearing from you ... with news of your chapter, etc.  Just send them to: 
     
    Connie Shrum
    Grand Chaplain, GC of WA
    Past Matron x 2;
    Associate Matron, Zillah Chapter #111, Newport, WA
    Martha, Bethlehem Chapter #87, Deer Park, WA
    Email: starsofwa@washingtonoes.org
    Creator & Editor:  'Stars of Washington'   Newsletter
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    God Bless!
    Hearty Love & Patriot Hugs --
    Connie