STARS OF WASHINGTON
May 22nd, 2007
#7-025
SO LONG SON
There was no
band, no flags, no ceremonial. It wasn't even dramatic. A car honked
outside and he said, "Well, I guess that's for me."
He picked up his
little bag, and his mother said, "You haven't forgotten your gloves?"
He kissed his mother, and held out his hand to me. "Well, so long," he
said. I took his hand but all I could say was "Good luck!"
The door shut and that was that-another boy gone to war.
I had advised waiting for the draft-waiting at least until he was required
to register. I had pointed out that he was not yet of age.
He had smiled at
that, and assured me that his mind was made up. He wanted peace, he said.
Without peace, what good was living?
There was finality in the way he said this-a finality at once grim and
gentle. I said no more about waiting.
After the door closed behind him I went upstairs. I went to what had been
his room. It was in worse chaos than usual.
His bureau was
littered-an incredible collection of things, letters, keys, invitations to
parties he would not attend.
Clothing was scattered about-dancing pumps, a tennis racket, his
collection of music, his trumpet gleaming in its case.
I went then to my room. On the wall was a picture of a little boy, his
toothless grin framed in tawny curls-the same boy who had just taken my
hand
and said, "Well,
so long."
Not much time, I thought, between the making of that picture and the
slamming of the front door. Not much more than a decade.
Suddenly, a strange thing happened. Objects came alive, whispered to me.
The house was full of soft voices. They led me up to the attic-to a box of
toy soldiers, a
broken music rack, a football helmet, a homemade guitar, schoolbooks,
class pictures, a stamp album, a penny bank with the lid pried off...
ancient history,
long hidden under the dust.
The voices led me on to a filing case and a folder stuffed with pages and
report cards, letters, among them the wail of an exasperated teacher:
"Though he looks
like an angel..." telegrams, passports, a baptismal certificate, a ribbon
won in a track meet, faded photographs
(one taken on
the memorable first day of school), a bit of golden hair.
I sat down and thought how time had flown. Why, it was only yesterday when
I held him in my arms! That, somehow, made me remember all the
scoldings I had
given him, the preachments, the exhortations to virtue and wisdom I did
not myself possess...
I thought, too, of that last inarticulate "good luck," that last
perfunctory handclasp; and I wished that I had somehow been able to tell
him how much
I really loved
him. Had he perhaps penetrated my brusque reserve?
And then I thought, what fools we are with our children-always plotting
what we shall make of them, always planning for a future that never comes,
always intent on
what they may be, never accepting what they are!
Well, curly head, you're a man now, bearing your bright new shield and
spear. I hated to see you go out of my house and close the door behind
you,
but I think I
would not have halted you if I could. I salute you, sir. I cannot pretend
that I am not sad; but I am proud, too. So long.
Some months later the son of the author was killed in combat.
** Howard
Vincent O'Brien
PRIORITY MAIL IN MY MAILBOX
Greetings,
What a pleasure it was to be present at the Answer to Clue #6
at Madrona Chapter for Friends Night. Present, were GGC member
Kit Wells, PGMs Florence Morris, Margaret Morgan, Cheri Moll,
Gerry Shafer, Sandy McAmmond and Marilyn Hoots, PGPs Me, Ernie
Brooks, Bill Hammontree and Joe Ivey. Grand Officers Marjoe
Richards, Phil Green, Gen Cooley, Jill Okicich and Linda Miller.
Grand Treasurer Emeritus Carmen Ivey. Several Grand
Representatives, Deputies, Worthy Matrons and Patrons. Many
Escorts and new Grand Warder appointee, Marcia Haukaas and
Escort Paul from Lackamas #152. Also aspirants for AGC were Linda
Runyan (Evergreen) and Gloria Schwartz (Crystal) and for GSentinel
were Dennis Okicich (Rada Uphus) and Don McAmmond (Doric). Being
Friends Night there were many chapters present. The total
attendance was 102 members, Madrona's largest in many years.
When Sister Marjoe was given the opportunity to respond by
the PGs, she invited Sister Leslie Green and Brother Ron Richards
to walk the room and find the new appointee. They walked around
and eventually stopped at the station of Adah and picked up
Sister Kay Johnson and announced she would be the
next Grand Chaplain. With that the room exploded with cheers and
applause as Kay was escorted to the East. Her escort for the year
will be Brother Gerald Guthrie. Kay had the opportunity to
introduce her daughter Kim and grand daughter Kayla, both members
of NESIKA chapter. There were also 5 PG Chaplains in
attendance. Over all, it was a Grand evening.
** Don Beck, PGP
GRAND OFFICERS ... 2007-2008
Grand Chaplain - Kay Johnson, Madrona
Chapter, Anacortes ... Escort: Gerald Guthrie
Grand Marshal - Gloria Hodges, Hope
Chapter, Oakesdale ... Escort: Byron Hodges
Grand
Organist -
Grand Adah - Elaine Weigel, Martha
Chapter, Cheney ... Escort: Dick Weigel
Grand Ruth -
Grand Esther - Marilyn Sorensen, Evening Star
Chapter, Almira ... Escort: Don Sorensen
Grand Martha
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Grand Electa - Barbara Danforth, Waitsburg
Chapter ... Escort: Bob Danforth
Grand Warder - Marcia Haukaas, Lackamas Chapter
... Escort: Paul Haukaas
Cards:
Kay Johnson
2403 Highland DR
Anacortes, WA 98221
Congratulations Sister Kay! May you
enjoy your year as Grand Chaplain as much as I have! I so wanted to
be there ... but circumstances prevented it! See you at Grand Chapter
:o)
FIRST CLASS MAIL IN MY MAILBOX ...
Clue #7
Have you heard? The Carpet's flying again.
Here's a few hints as to where and when.
May's fourth Thursday it seems is the day.
If you drive just north of I-82 you should find your way.
In a city that also has the county's name,
A member you'll find that has OES fame.
** AGM Marjoe & AGP Phil
MESSAGES FROM MY MAILBOX ..
Thank you ...
Connie,
Would you be so kind as to
express the Vogels sincere appreciation for all of the calls, cards, e-mails
and food at this difficult time. It has been so heart warming and
comforting. We do belong to the greatest Fraternity on Earth. Again thanks
to one and all. Lew would have been so pleased. Hugs
** Laura Vogel
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Deputy Instructor announced
At Lakeside Chapter last
night (5/17) WM Diane McNulty was pleased to announce Pat Chapin
as a Deputy Instructor-to-be.
** AGM Marjoe
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05/19/07 Death Notices
... Fayne Davis
Fayne Davis, 86, of Zillah died Friday at Yakima Valley Memorial
Hospital.
Mrs. Davis was born in Gravity, Iowa. She spent her entire married life
living in the Zillah-Buena area.
Survivors include her husband, Harold Davis; a daughter, Peggy Shaul,
both of Zillah; a sister, Nadine Chisholm of Winston, Ore.; six
grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Monday at Valley Hills Funeral Home
in Zillah. The service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Interment will be in the Zillah Cemetery.
Valley Hills Funeral
Home and Crematory, Zillah, is in charge of arrangements.
** Susan Worthington
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Afton Chapter News
Hi Connie,
Could you please put this in
the next Stars of Washington? Thanks.
Afton
Chapter No. 103 in Marysville will be having their Friend’s Night on June 13
at 7:30 pm. Also, this past year Snohomish County had been challenged by
Kitsap-Mason County to see who could collect the most pull tabs for
Ronald McDonald House. So,
Snohomish County, bring all your pull tabs to Afton’s Friend’s Night or take
them to Grand Chapter and give them to either Dottie Hardenbrook or Marian
Smith. It’s just a friendly contest, but we would like to WIN!! Hope to
see you all at Friend’s Night.
**
Marian Smith
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Corinthian Chapter news ...
Come
join us for Corinthians 4th annual Spaghetti and Bingo Event!
When: Sunday May 27th, 2007
Dinner Served 4 - 5 pm
Bingo Following
Cost
$6.00 ... Includes 1 Bingo card
Additional cards $1 each
Place: Wm. P. Dougherty Masonic Hall
3818 North 27th Street
Tacoma Washington
** Walter Fletcher
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Nevada Grand Lodge Grand Representative ...
My husband, Arthur Reilly, was surprised at his Grand Lodge official
visit last Friday with an appointment as a Grand Lodge Representative. It
was totally unexpected, and an extremely happy occurance. He was appointed
as the Grand Representative of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Nevada.
He is so excited! Arthur crafted Utah's Eastern Star resolution to
recognize the Prince Hall O.E.S. chapters that are affiliated with Prince
Hall Grand Lodges recognized by the Grand Lodge of Utah. As the resolution
was written, each time a PH Grand Lodge is recognized by the Grand Lodge of
Utah, the Grand Chapter PHA is automatically also recognized.
** Laura Reilly, WM, Radiant Chapter #12, Salt Lake City, UT GGC
OES CHAPTERS CALENDAR
(as taken from your
Ode Cards ... includes everything, hopefully, except those are listed in the
Masonic Calendar. It has been suggested that I highlight all the Chapters
on the Westside one color and on the Eastside another color. The Cascades
will be the dividing point!)
Reminders ... May 23rd - May 31st ...
May 23rd ... (4th Wednesday) ...
* Illihee Chapter, Toppenish ... Stated Meeting; Long Form.
Refreshments: Barbara Lynch & Linda Sutton. Time: 7:30 PM.
* Pine Tree Chapter, Kettle Falls ...
Stated meeting; Long Form. Refreshments: Dorothy Lawrence & Kay Andrist.
Time: 7:30 PM.
* Tacoma
Chapter ... Stated meeting honoring Memorial Day; Initiation; Long Form;
Chapter Dress. Time: 7:30 PM.
May 24th ... (4th Thursday)
* Cedar Chapter, Tacoma ... Stated Meeting; Short Form;
Initiation; Honor Courtesy Officers; Chapter Dress. Refreshments: Phyllis
& Ed Hibben. Decorations: Margie Bunge. Time: 7:30 PM.
* Grand Coulee Dam Chapter, Coulee Dam ... Stated Meting; Short Form;
Chapter Dress; Initiation. Time: 7:30 PM.
* Harmony Chapter, Waterville ... Stated Meeting; Balloting.
Serving: Evelyn Carlan & Winifred Pflugrath. Time: 8:00 PM.
* Zillah Chapter, Newport ... Stated Meeting; Initiation of two
candidates ... Mrs. Phyllis Gardner & Mr. Terence Gardner. Serving: Jeane
& Mabel. Time: 7:30 PM.
May 28th ...
(4th Monday) ...
* MEMORIAL
DAY
May 30th ... (5th Wednesday) ...
* Stanwood Chapter ... Initiation Practice.
Time: 7:30 PM.
May 31st ... (5th Thursday)
*
IE PM & PP
... Monthly meeting; Small Banquet Room. Fundraiser!!! Dinner time: 6:00
PM. RSVP Luci Bristow.
* Laurel
Chapter, Black Diamond ... Special Meeting; Honor Night for Valgene
Orlando, Grand Representative of Puerto Rice in WA. Chairman: Jeannette
Carroll. Time: 7:30 PM.
Disclaimer "Calendar of
Events like the weather, is subject to change"
MAY 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.
STANDARD WORK COMMITTEE
REPORT
Worthy Grand Patron and members of the
Grand Chapter of Washington:
The Standard Work
Committee of the Grand Chapter of Washington is directed to meet and review
the changes made to the Ritualistic work of the Order at the Triennium
Session of the General Grand Chapter and present in resolution form the
changes necessary to bring the Grand Chapter into conformity. The committee
met and communicated by email over a several week period and have presented
those changes that alter or modify the intent of the previous Book of
Instruction. While you will find many changes in the new publication, most
are to expand, add emphasis and clarify information already in use.
Additionally, we combined, rewrote and renumbered some sections. While
completely re-written, few substantial changes were made.
The following are the
recommended changes to be brought before the membership for consideration.
While the references made in this report will refer to the location in the
2004 (yellow) Book of Instruction, they may appear in a different location
with the printing of the 2007 edition.
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Page 1, Item 4, currently reads: “It
is not permissible to weave the Labyrinth at any time, except during the
ceremony of initiation.”
Change to read: “It is not
permissible to weave the Labyrinth at any time, except during the ceremony
of initiation or when exemplifying work at the Official Visit of the
Worthy Grand Matron, ritual competition at the annual session of Grand
Chapter, or instruction.
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Page l, Item 6, currently reads: “No
part of the Ritualistic Work (including the Secret Work) shall be copied
or recorded. All Ritualistic work should be committed to
memory.”
Change to read: “No part of the
Ritualistic Work (including the Secret Work) shall be copied or recorded
or handwritten or duplicated in any other form (Ritual, p. 165). All
Ritualistic Work should be committed to memory.
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Page 1, Item 7, currently reads: “Meetings
shall be opened in long form at least four times a year.
Change to read: “Meetings shall
be opened in long form at least four times per year, which can include
the Official Visit for the Chapter that does the opening.”
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Page l, Item 11, currently reads:
“The printing of the Tribunal Committee names on the ode cards is
optional.
Change: Delete in its entirety.
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Page 2, Item 13, currently reads:
“Honor nights for Grand Representatives, Deputy Instructors, and/or any
other member, who is to be specially honored by the Chapter, excluding
Grand Officers, shall be held at a regular stated meeting for a Chapter
meeting twice a month, or may be held at a special meeting for a Chapter
meeting once a month. This restriction shall not apply to a Chapter
wishing to honor groups of elective officers or other groups of members.
No deviation is allowed in proving, opening or closing ceremonies. If the
Chapter has been recessed to permit non-members to enter, it must be
called back to order, non-members having retired, and closed in
Ritualistic form. Former Grand Representatives or Past Deputy Instructors
are not introduced with the present Grand Representatives of Deputy
Instructors.”
Change to read: “Honor nights
for Grand Representatives, Deputy Instructors and/or any other member, who
is to be specially honored by the Chapter, excluding Grand Officers, may be
held at a special meeting if so voted on by the Chapter. The same rule
applies to a Chapter wishing to honor groups of elective officers or
other groups of members. No deviation is allowed in proving, opening or
closing ceremonies. If the Chapter has been recessed to permit non-members
to enter, it must be called back to order, non-members having retired, and
closed in Ritualistic form. Former Grand Representatives or Past Deputy
Instructors are not introduced with the present Grand Representatives or
Deputy Instructors.”
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Page 2, Item 21, ADD new 21. “5O-Year Member
Pin Presentation – One time only, at the time of presentation, a member
receiving a 50-year membership pin is to be presented west of the Altar,
then escorted through the Labyrinth to the East where they are to be
presented with their pin, the Chapter called up and the Grand Honors given
to the recipient."
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Page 3, Item 10, currently reads: “To
open or close the Bible without ceremony the Worthy Matron raps up the
Chapter, and the Conductress enters the Labyrinth in the usual manner.
She opens or closes the Bible without a sign or bow, steps back from the
Altar, and returns to her station in the same manner. The Worthy Matron
then seats the Chapter. Star Points do not turn toward Altar. If there
is an Altar light, it shall be turned on after the Bible is opened during
Ritualistic Opening and turned off after the Bible is closed during
Ritualistic Closing.”
Change to read: To open or
close the Bible without ceremony the Worthy Matron raps up the
Chapter. The Star Points turn in to face the Altar, the Conductress enters
the Labyrinth, and the Attitude of Reverence is assumed; all in the usual
manner. The Conductress opens or closes the Bible without a sign or
bow, steps back from the Altar, and returns to her stations in the usual
manner. The Star Points face forward when she leaves the Labyrinth. The
Worthy Matron then seats the Chapter. The Altar light remains on
when the Bible is closed without ceremony. See also BOI, General
Information, paragraph 9.”
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Page 9, Item 6, currently reads: “The
salute is made by placing the right hand over the heart.”
Change to read: “The salute is
given when the flag is lifted from the stand (follow the lead of the Worthy
Patron) and is made by standing at attention and placing the right hand over
the heart.”
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Page 10, Item 2, currently reads:
“Members will be introduced only once, at their highest
office.”
Change to read: Members will be
introduced only once, at their highest title. Exception:
All escorts (Part 2, o – p) are introduced in their category, even if
previously introduced.”
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Page 10, Item 4, currently reads: “It
is the duty of the Conductress, assisted by the Associate Conductress when
necessary, to perform all escort work. The Conductress alone gives the
names when distinguished guests are presented to the Worthy Matron. If
more than one member is to be presented (following the General Grand
Chapter Officer) the Conductress should not give the names
but present the guests as a group.
Change to read: “It is the duty
of the Conductress, assisted by the Associate Conductress when necessary, to
perform all escort work. The Conductress should not give
names but present the guests by group title only (even when there is only
one person), EXCEPT for the Worthy Grand Matron, Worthy Grand Patron, Most
Worthy Grand Matron and Most Worthy Grand Patron.”
(next
issue ... more Standard Work... stay tuned!)
BLUE LODGE AGENDAS
May 23 (Wednesday)
* Arlington Lodge No. 129 ... Stated Meeting; Visiting Lodge: Frank S.
Land.
May 24 (Thursday)
* Peninsular Lodge No. 95 ... Special Communication; 7:30 PM.
May 25 (Friday)
* North Hill Lodge No. 210 ... Degree Work .. Lodge will open at 7:00 PM
May 26 (Saturday)
* Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44 ... Annual Ski to Sea Parade. Bring your
apron and walk in the parade along with the float.
May 28 (Monday)
* Everett Lodge No. 137 ... Special Communication; 7:30 PM.
* Fidalgo Lodge No. 77 ... Empty Chair Ceremony. 7:00 PM.
* Lynden Lodge No. 56 ... Memorial Service for Masons at Lynden Cemetery.
9:30 AM.
If you wish to have
your Blue Lodge Agenda in this section, please let me know!)
MASONIC NEWS
THE ROAD OF MASONRY
Men build a Road of Masonry
Across the hills and dales;
Unite the prairie and the sea,
The mountains and the vales
They cross the chasm, bridge the stream
They point to where the turrets gleam,
And many men for many a day
Who seek the heights shall find the way
Men build a Road of Masonry
But not for self they build
With footsteps of humility
The hearts of men are thrilled.
This music makes their labors sweet;
The endless tramp of other feet
The thought that men shall travel thus
An easier road because of us.
We build the Road of Masonry
With other men in mind;
We do not build for you and me,
We build for all mankind.
We build a road, remember, men
Build not for Now, but build for When,
And other men who walk the way
Shall find the road we build today.
Who builds the Road of Masonry,
Though small or great his part,
However hard the task may be
May toil with singing heart.
For it is something, after all,
When muscles tire and shadows fall,
To know that other men shall bless
the BUILDER for his faithfulness.
by Brother
Douglas Malloch
RECIPES
Easy Meatball Parm Hero
from Campbell's Kitchen
2 cups Prego(R) Traditional Italian Sauce
16 (1 oz. each ) frozen cooked meatballs
4 long hard rolls, split
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Grated Parmesan cheese
Directions: HEAT sauce and meatballs in 3 qt. saucepan over medium-high
heat to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Cook for 20 min. or until meatballs are
heated through, stirring occasionally. SERVE meatballs and sauce in rolls.
Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Serves 4.
Kitchen Clip: For a kicked-up version of these heroes, serve on prepared
garlic bread instead of hard rolls.
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French Silk Pie
2 egg whites
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
Salt to taste
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup pecan pieces
4 ounces German's sweet chocolate
3 tablespoons water, coffee liqueur or crème de cacao
1 cup whipping cream, whipped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
TO PREPARE: Beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar and salt in a
mixer bowl until frothy. Add the sugar gradually, beating constantly until
stiff peaks form. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and pecans. Spread evenly
in a greased 9-inch pie plate. Bake at 325 degrees for 55 minutes. Cool on
a wire rack.
Melt the chocolate in the water in a saucepan over low heat. Let stand
until cool. Fold in the whipped cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Spoon into
the cooled pie shell.
Chill, covered, for 2 hours or longer. SERVES: 8
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Key Lime Cheesecake
My family loves my
cheesecake and my key lime pie, so I decided to experiment putting the
two together, and it's a hit. That is, if you like cheesecake and key
lime pie :-) It takes a little bit of work, but the results are most
definitely worth the effort.
12 honey graham crackers
1/4 lb (1 stick) butter
1/2 cup plus 2 TBS sugar, divided
4 8 oz packages cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup fresh lime juice (from 4-5 limes)
4 tsp lime zest
4 large eggs (yolks and whites separated), room temperature
1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
Place the graham crackers in a food processor and pulse until they
are crushed very finely. Place the butter in a microwave safe bowl and
heat just until melted. Place the graham cracker crumbs, 2 TBS sugar,
and butter in a bowl and mix until combined.
Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Using a 9" springform pan, place two large pieces of aluminum foil over
the removable bottom, folding it under so that it is covered with the
foil. Place the bottom into the springform and close. Now pull the foil
up around the outside of the pan. (all good cheesecakes are cooked in a
water bath, and the foil prevents the water from seeping in and
dampening the crust, and it also makes it easier to remove the
cheesecake)
Place the crumb mixture in the bottom of the springform pan,
pressing down with your hands to form the crust. Bake in the oven for 8
to 10 minutes, or until the crust becomes fragrant. Remove from the oven
and let cool.
Zest the limes until you have 4 tsp worth of zest. Cut the limes in
half and squeeze them over a strainer into a bowl until you have 1/2 cup
of juice. (Note: rolling the limes back and forth on the counter under
your hand loosens them up and makes them much easier to juice) Whisk the
egg yolks and the lime zest until it is tinted light green, about 2
minutes. Beat in the sweetened condensed milk, and them the juice. Set
aside to thicken.
In a standing mixer place the cream cheese and beat until smooth.
Add the remaining 1/2 cup sugar and beat until dissolved, about 2
minutes. Add the egg whites and beat until incorporated, making sure to
scrape down the bowl with a spatula (otherwise you end up with lumps).
Remove the bowl from the mixer, and stir in the heavy cream and sour
cream by hand. Then stir in the sweetened condensed milk mixture. Pour
into the springform pan, and tap it lightly on the counter to remove any
air pockets.
Place the springform pan in a large roasting pan. Fill the pan with
hot water until it comes up about half way up the side of the springform
pan. (The pan will be heavy and tends to slosh around, so you may want
to place it on the oven rack before you fill it with water). Bake at 350
degrees for 30 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 325 degrees and bake
an additional 30 minutes. Turn off the oven, and prop the door open
slightly with a spoon. Leave the cheesecake in the oven for an
additional hour. Remove cheesecake from oven and refrigerate.
Refrigerate four hours at least, preferably overnight.
To remove the cheesecake, unlock the springform pan and gently
loosen until the side comes off and you can lift it from the cheesecake.
Place a piece of wax paper or plastic wrap over the top of the
cheesecake. Place a flat baking sheet on top of the wax paper. Place
your hands under the cheesecake and invert it and the baking sheet.
Gently pull the foil until it and the bottom of the pan are removed.
Place whatever serving plate you wish to use on the bottom of the
cheesecake, and then invert again, and you have yourself a key lime
cheesecake. Please note that the water bath, while it can be a pain, is
imperative in making a creamy cheesecake. The only cheesecake my in-laws
ever at came from a box mix before I met them. After trying REAL
cheesecake, they have yet to buy another box of that garbage. Enjoy!
JOKES
Sitting at a table in the clubhouse after a game, Joe said to a fellow
club member, "I'm not about to play golf with Jim Walsh anymore. He
cheats."
"Why do you say that?"
"Well, he found his lost ball two feet from the green."
"That's possible."
"Not when I had it in my pocket!"
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A man told the ringmaster that he was interested in joining the circus
as a lion tamer. The ringmaster asked if he had any experience and the man
said, "Why, yes. My father was one of the most famous lion tamers in the
world, and he taught me everything he knew."
"Really?" said the ringmaster. "Did he teach you how to make a lion jump
through a flaming hoop?"
"Yes he did," the man replied.
"And did he teach you how to have six lions form a pyramid?"
"Yes he did," the man replied.
"And have you ever stuck your head in a lion's mouth?"
"Just once," the man replied.
The ringmaster asked, "Why only once?"
And the man said, "I was looking for my father."
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A woman from New York was getting her affairs in order. She prepared her
will and made her final arrangements. As part of these arrangements she met
with her pastor to talk about what type of funeral service she wanted, etc.
She told her pastor she had two final requests. First, she wanted to be
cremated, and second, she wanted her ashes scattered over Bloomindales.
"Bloomindales!" the pastor said. "Why Bloomindales?"
"That way, I know my daughters will visit me twice a week
AND A WORD FROM YOURS TRULY
Again -- not much time to chit chat! But do want to tell you the GOOD
NEWS! Yesterday was the day of the long awaited Orthopedic appointment for
Ted! YAHOO! Verdict? It is a pinched nerve in his back ... and within
three or so hours, an anesthesiologist had injected cortisone (believe it
was) into his spinal column and ... instant relief (almost). Today has
been his almost pain free day since last year on Veteran's Day when he fell
down the steps! It took up to Easter for the nerves to become so aggravated
that he couldn't walk! Anyway, Ted will get a follow-up shot again in
mid-June ... and then if the pain comes back or whatever, it will mean
surgery! Guess his spinal column is something to behold!!! But this is why
we were NOT in Anacortes last evening. Appointments with this Orthopedist
take about 4 months and I don't believe Ted would think kindly of four more
months of agony!
You notice that there are a few more reminders? I received Ode Cards
this week from Mary Ellen Sleeth (Mt. Baker Chapter); and Pam Amdahl (Pousbo
Chapter).
Remember ... If you send them via attachment, that is fine! Saves on
the postage. YIKES! It went up another 2 cents. Sure makes emails a lot
more pleasant, huh!
Until
next time ... Hearty Patriot Hugs and happy thoughts.
** Connie
P. S. Real
women don't have hot flashes...they have power surges.
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ALSO ...
When you change your email address ... please remember to let me know,
too! I have a few of you with addresses which bounce ... don't know if
your mailbox is full or if you have changed email addresses. I have
nearly 1,000 subscribers so life gets a bit difficult on the days I send
out the newsletter ... many bounced messages, mailboxes too full, etc.
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;
Secretary, Zillah Chapter #111, Newport, WA
427733 SR 20
Newport, WA 99156
The freedoms we enjoy today were paid for by others!
DISCLAIMER: Occasionally, there will be an error in these documents.
Your job is to find it! Good Luck
God Bless!
Hearty Love & Patriot Hugs --
Connie