STARS OF
April 30th,
2008
#8-016
MAY, THE
FIFTH MONTH
May is named for the Roman goddess Maia, who ruled over the growth of plants.
The ancient Celts inaugurated this month with the festival of Beltane to
encourage fertility in the newly sown fields. Their exuberance lives on in
May baskets, morris dancing, and cries of ‘Play Ball!’ at Little League fields
in every community. The month that begins with dancing around the may-pole
ends with Memorial Day, a poignant reminder of the fragility and tenacity of
life.
In Temperate northern latitudes, farmers and gardeners alike try to complete all
seeding and planting by the end of the month, working around May’s unpredictable
weather in a race with the calendar. Old-timers get suspicious if the
water in May is too balmy: ‘A snowstorm in May is worth a wagonload of
hay,’ they counsel.
May brings a surge of energy that sets us to scrubbing, organizing, and airing
out every corner of the house. Outside, we clean and sharpen tools, load
the wheelbarrow with plants, and trundle off to the garden. By the end of
the month, even those who live in the North are enjoying more than 15 hours of
daylight each day. We need every minute of it as we dance through the
merry month of May.
Full Flower Moon is the name Native Americans gave to the full moon in
May. It was also known as the Full Corn Planting Moon or the
Full Milk Moon, references to the fertility of the season.
Sign of the
Zodiac: Taurus (April 21 – May 20).
Element:
Earth
Quality:
Practical
Birthstone:
Emerald
Flower:
Lily of the Valley
MESSAGES FROM MY MAILBOX...
Sadness in
the GC of NM … Passing of WGM Mary Owen …
It is with profound sorrow that I inform you that our Worth Grand Matron of
New Mexico, Sister Mary Owen, passed away late Saturday night, April 26,
2008 at
The Memorial Service for Sister Mary Owen, WGM will be held on Wednesday, April
30, 2008 at 2:00 PM at Tularosa Basin Chapter # 72.
The lodge is located at 411 Higuera,
In lieu of
flowers the family requests donations in Mary Owen's name be made to either the
Education Fund or the Benevolent Fund of the
Grand Chapter of
Send
donations to:
Barbara B. Eichmuller
Grand Secretary of the Grand Chapter of
Cards may be sent to the family:
Tom Owen
** Robert H. Sherman, Los Alamos Chapter #63,
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More …
This is to let you know that our Worthy Grand Matron Mary Owen here in
We have been blessed that our Associate Grand Matron, Kitt McKown has stepped up
and has done so very well. We all know that she has her own plans to complete
for her own year.
Sister Mary is survived by her husband and 3 daughters.
** Shirley
Blair
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Thank you …
Dear Sisters and Brothers, you all have a special place in my heart, and words
cannot express my gratitude for the many cards, calls, prayers and care you
showered me with during my recovery. The hip is almost 100% now, although
I am still using a walker. Fear I will have to forego doing the polka on
May 17th, in fact, probably won’t even march in the Ballard Parade
this year.
Again my sincere gratitude, you all speeded the healing process, and I love you
all.
** Kit
Wells, PGM
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Sadness …
Sadness has
entered the home of Jo Bornholdt, PGM of Minnesota, Worthy Grand Electa
2003-2006, with the passing of her husband Al, Saturday,
April 12. Al had suffered quite some time from
Lymphedema (fluid retention), but his condition had worsened and he was
hospitalized last week with respiratory failure; on Saturday he suffered a fatal
heart attack.
Jo & Al have four
children.
Viewing will be
Thursday, April 17, 2 - 4 PM followed by Masonic services at 7:30 PM. A Memorial
service will be held Friday, April 18 at 10:30 AM.
Cards can be sent to Jo
and family at
Please keep Jo and her
children, as well as Pat Rasmusson & Loyal Stark's General Grand Family, in your
thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Fraternally,
** Larry Wullbrandt, PGP/CO/GGC, WP-Manzanita No.
85,
I remember working with Sister Jo when I was on the GGC Triennium
Committee for Eastern Star Journal. She was always so thoughtful.
Let’s all remember her and her family in our thoughts and prayers!
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Sadness in
the GC of
From
several sources:
Sister Linda Drawdy, P.G.M. of
** Sharon
Lee, GC of SC
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Sadness …
It is with sadness that we report the
passing of Sharon Jennings. She fought her cancer with a depth of
inner strength we had long recognized in her, but God knew that she needed to
come to Him and took her in His Hands.
** Carol Ellis, WM, Crown Chapter
Sister Sharon and I were Chorus Line Deputy
Instructors way back when! She was such a delight and I know that she will
be sorely missed by her Chapter and by all who knew her. Let’s remember
Brother Rolland in our thoughts and prayers.
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Honor Night
invitation
…
Corinthian
Chapter #172 invites you to attend an Honor Night for
MARIANNE FLETCHER
Grand
Representative of
Saturday,
May 24, 2008, 7:30 PM
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More GC of
NM news …
Worthy Grand Martha, Sister Virgie George, successfully underwent a
double knee replacement operation on Wednesday, April 23. They had
her out of bed and walking the very next day! She is now in
P.S. Husband
Carroll is scheduled for a similar knee replacement operation in about a month.
Fraternally,
** Robert H. Sherman, Los Alamos Chapter #63,
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Another sadness …
Hi Connie,
A notice for the
STARS please...Bob and Loralee Andersen's daughter Evelyn recently died
from a long fought battle with liver cancer. Bob and Loralee are members of Pine
Tree Chapter.
Thanks,
** Bonnie Rail, JPM, Pine Tree Chapter
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Sadness in BC &
The Rob Morris
Society of Patrons & Past Patrons of British
Lew was a Life Member and Secretary
Emeritus of the Society, having served as its Secretary for 15 years.
Funeral Services have been planned for May 8th at 11:00 am at the Gizeh Shrine
Centre,
Fraternally,
** Art Pifer, Secretary
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It’s that
time again! 12 noon, May 4th, 2008,
Catch a Magic Carpet to the Spring Lunch when Inland Empire Past Deputies Club
honors WGM Marjoe and her Magic Moments Grand Family, and Lamplighter
Deputy Instructors.
Lunch by Ivanhoe Chapter. Cost: $7:50 PM. RSVP by May 1st
… adapoo@asisna.com
** Lois H.
McConnell, Secretary, (509) 928-0814
P. S. $5.00
annual dues due at May meeting!
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Melanoma …
On April 25th, we lost a resident of
Over the past four years Amy was passionate about four things: her love for Ryan
and Mary, fishing, teaching her students, and educating others about the risk
of sun exposure and the prevention of Melanoma. To learn more about the
prevention of melanoma please visit
www.melenoma.com.
**
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Exchange
student …
A Mason Brother of mine, from MENTON, French Riviera, close to French-Italian
border, is willing to send his sweet daughter in an OES family in the
This is her
e-mail address:
Karine_cast@
With Star Affection,
** Bernie Politour, Love Chapter No. 18,
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65 years of
wedded bliss … in CO
…
"A wedding day, 65 years ago, two young loves joined as one. Both committed to
forever, a journey had begun. They made a home together, filled it with love and
care, opened their doors and hearts, welcomed friends and family there. The two
became parents, and shared both joy and sorrow. Sacrificed and compromised their
goal for a strong tomorrow. They watched their family grown, marked milestones
along the way. Graduations, anniversaries, the commitment was there to stay.
They welcomed a new generation, blessings beyond compare. The fruits of two
loves, now the generations share. 65 years have unfolded, a celebration of
marriage. A vow of love still cherished, holding hands as man and wife."
On May 9th,
Jack (PGP) and his talented wife, Anita, will be celebrating their 65th wedding
anniversary. To celebrate and honor this very special couple and commemorate a
milestone that few of us can ever hope to achieve, let's shower them with cards
on this very special day. Cards may be sent to:
Jack & Anita Stubbs
** Robin Terry, AGC - Loyalty #145,
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Following the
installation of a complete corps of officers, and after honoring Junior Past
Matron Dorothy Stephens and Junior Past Patron Jim Stephens at the first stated
meeting in April, the members of Greenwood Chapter are surfing into the new
year.
Worthy Matron
Lea Riley and Worthy Patron Bill Shortt have planned a year full of fun and
suprises. With the theme "Life's a Beach,” and aloha shirts and muu muus
the dress for the year, everyone is ready with flip flops and sea shells for a
lot of "joy, love and laughter" (the watch words for this term). This year
is dedicated to our ritual, and a pop quiz on the ritual will be held at the May
meeting. Worthy Matron Lea promises "prizes." The second meeting of
the term is set for Tuesday, May 20th, at 7:30 pm at
The usual dinner
will precede the meeting at 6:15 pm. Please call Gladys Rudd for
reservations, so she'll know how many mouths to cook for.
The Rexines
social club will meet at it's usual time and place; 11:30am at the Kona Kitchen
at 5h
Greenwood Past
Matrons will meet at
** Dale Good, PP, publicity chair
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Special
request …
Connie
Here is a special request from Methow Valley Chapter’s
Sunshine Committee that we're wondering you could put in the next Stars
Newsletter
Our Worthy Patron's sister Cheryl Herrst is having a birthday. Cheryl was
diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy when she was 2 years old and is physically
handicapped and has always struggled with her health. Cheryl was Worthy
Matron of Howell Chapter # 372 in Howell
We would like to fill her mailbox with 50 or more Birthday cards (sorry they do
not have e-mail). I hope some of you will be able to help us make this a
very Special Birthday for Cheryl. Please mail a Birthday card to Cheryl
and sign it Star Love so it will arrive on May 8th.
Thank You for helping us Bring sunshine to a sister across the miles
Cheryl's address is:
Cheryl Herrst
Thank You
** Judy Herrst WM,
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So true …
A one dollar bill met a twenty dollar bill and said, “Hey, where have you been?
I haven’t seen you around here much.”
The twenty answered, “I’ve been hanging out at the casinos, went on a cruise and
did the rounds of the ship, back to the United States for a while, went to a
couple of baseball games, to the mall, that kind of stuff. How about you?”
The one dollar bill said, “You know, same old stuff… church, church, church.”
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Amaranth news …
Hi all:
It is with great sadness that we
announce the passing of S.K. Earl Pfeffer, PGRP on April 27th, 2008. There
will be no services. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.
Send cards to: His wife is Lois Pfeffer, PGRM; their address is:
I will be sending out an official
memorial to read in court.
At this time I have no further
information.
Please pass this information on to
those without e-mail.
Also please keep H.L. Diane Adams,
PRM Richmond Ct. in your thoughts and prayers as she is having surgery on
Tuesday morning.
S.K. David Strous' brother died in
Royal Patron elect of
Please keep these members and
Thanks.
** Bonnie McCroskey, Gr. Sec. WA
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Marcia
Beck’s Honor Night …
We had a wonderful time at Marcia Beck's Honor Night on Friday - we left on our
3 hour cruise - and then the genie (Chuck) appeared just in the nick of time so
he didn't miss the cruise - and granted a wish to the Worthy Matron. WM Kathy
Johnson's wish was that he escort Marcia to the east - and then there was
some native entertainment (Amy doing & teaching the hula)....it was a great
cruise...truly tropical weather in the chapter room (humid - even with the doors
open)...
The refreshments were awesome and the dining room looked like we were at a
luau...
As we were all leaving
If you have time you might send her a card...she is so good to send all of us
cards she hears we even have a sniffle...
her
address is
Alma
Michelsen
** Tess
Kent, Worthy Matron, Nesika Chapter, Grand Representative of
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Address change …
To all
that are concerned, this is address changes for Joyce and Bliss Settergren as
of April 23, 2008.
Home address-
Home phone- 1-425-512-8686
E mail same- blisssett@ comcast..net
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Connie:
Thanks
** Betty Beattie W
If you would be so kind, please send me an Ode Card when they are
ready! It is so much easier for me!
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Invite …
“BARUTHNICK"
Deputy
Instructor Honor Night
Wednesday,
April 23, 2008, 7:30 PM,
Barbara
Richman, Sunshine Chapter, Prosser
Ruth
Hammer,
Nick
Goddard, Evergreen Chapter, Goldendale
One trip,
One Night, Three Great Lamplighters between 0000-00-00 and 9999-99-99
** Becky Goddard
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A need for Chapter jewels …
GOOD AFTERNOON, CONNIE
MY MSG WAS
INTENDED TO ADVISE THAT I WILL BE ATTENDING GRAND CHAPTER IN
IF ANY CHAPTERS HAVE EXCESS OFFICERS
JEWELS OR EMBLEMS THEY WISH TO DONATE (ANYTHING I CAN FIT IN A SUITCASE) AND
THEY WOULD BRING THEM TO GRAND CHAPTER (OR GIVE TO GRAND SECRETARY SANDY).
I WILL BE IN WA FROM 07 JUN TO APPROX END OF JULY. THESE ITEMS ARE NEEDED
FOR NEW CHAPTERS OPENING IN
THANKING YOU IN
ADVANCE, I REMAIN
FRATERNALLY YOURS
WITH STAR LOVE,
** BOB DeBRUYN, Deputy in
Do hope
that your suitcase is light-weight! Would you believe that I was ALMOST
overweight upon our return trip home from
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Grand
Chapter Tour info …
Hello
Connie,
Would you put a little notice in the next Stars about the Grand Chapter Tour on
Sunday June 22. We currently have people from
** Diane L.
Rice, WM, Alki Chapter #25 & Grand Chapter Tour Guide
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Alki Chapter news …
Event for
the calendar: Friendship night Alki Chapter #25,
** Diane L.
Rice, WM Alki Chapter #25,
OES CHAPTERS’
CALENDAR
(as taken
from your Ode Cards …includes everything, hopefully, except those are listed in
the Masonic Calendar. Chapters on the Westside
will be highlighted RED and those on
the Eastside in BLUE. The Cascades will
be the dividing point!)
Reminders… May 1st – 15th, 2008
1 May (1st Thursday)
MAY DAY
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Crown Chapter, Seattle … Stated Meeting; Long
Form; Chapter Dress; Honor all Mothers and Daughters; Balloting. Time:
7:30 PM.
**
Delta Chapter, Tukwila … Stated Meeting; Long
Form; Chapter Dress; Honor Mothers; Exemplify Balloting. Dining room host:
Martha Waltrip. Time: 7:30 PM.
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Lackamas Chapter, Washougal … Stated Meeting;
Long Form. ‘Children are our future’! Please bring a new stuffed
animal to be donated to local children in need. Refreshments and
decorations: Eunice Mikesell, Florence Taylor, and Arlene Erickson.
Time: 7:30 PM.
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Pilgrim Chapter, Sequim
… Stated Meeting; Long Form; Honor Mothers & 50-year Members. May Flowers!
Balloting. Refreshments: Judy & Ted Shanks. Time: 7:30
PM.
4 May
(1st
Sunday)
A cold May is kindly, and fills the barn finely!
5 May
(1st Monday)
NEW MOON
6 May (1st Tuesday)
Cool and dour; but each shower brings a flower.
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Lewis Chapter,
**
Montesano Chapter … Stated Meeting; Long Form;
Initiation; Honor Mothers. Time: 7:30 PM.
7 May
(1st Wednesday)
**
Occidental Chapter,
8 May
(2nd
Thursday)
VE DAY (HONOR VETERANS … FLY THE FLAG)
** Port Orchard Chapter … Stated Meeting. Serving:
Margot Delgado. Time: 7:30 PM.
** Zillah Chapter,
9 May
(2nd
Friday)
Water in May is bread all the year!
** Poulsbo Chapter … Chapter
Instruction; 7:30 PM.
11 May
(2nd
Sunday)
MOTHER’S DAY
MOON – First Quarter
12 May
(2nd Monday)
**
Martha Chapter, Cheney … Supper: 6:30 PM. Stated
Meeting; Long Form; Honor Mothers. Time: 7:30 PM.
13 May
(2nd Tuesday)
St. Juliana of
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14 May
(2nd Wednesday)
**
Illihee Chapter, Toppenish … Stated Meeting; Mother’s
Day; Long Form; Apron Night. Spaghetti Dinner – Appointed Officers.
Time: 7:30 PM.
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Maple Chapter, Castle Rock … Stated Meeting; Short
Form; Initiation; Mother’s Day, Memorial Day. Co-Chairmen: Becky &
Bob Batson. Time: 7:30 PM.
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Pine Tree Chapter,
**
Poulsbo Chapter … Stated Meeting; Long Form; Celebrate
Memorial Day & Mother’s Day. Time: 7:30 PM.
15 May
(3rd
Thursday)
A SWARM OF BEES IN MAY IS WORTH A LOAD OF HAY!
This "Calendar of Events” is like the weather ... you know... is
subject to change!
NEWS BITS & PIECES …
ONLY IN
** The Week, February 22, 2008
GOOD WEEK FOR:
** The Week, February 22, 2008
BAD WEEK FOR:
** The Week, February 29, 2008
** The Week, February 22, 2008
MAY MASONIC FAMILY CALENDAR
Grand Lodge's Concordant Body for
May – Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine
OES:
Events with Worthy Grand Matron
GL: Events with the Grand Master
SR: Events of the
TU =Team Uniform - consisting
of blue blazer, grey slacks, white shirt and team tie.
CTU = Casual Team Uniform -
grey slacks, blue Masonic polo shirt OR any of the previous GL casual shirts
MASONIC NEWS
BLUE LODGE AGENDAS
1 May (Thursday)
** Lynden Lodge No. 56 … Stated Meeting; OV of DDGM; 7:30 PM.
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** Temple Lodge No. 42 … Stated meeting. 7:30 PM
2 May (Friday)
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7 May
(Wednesday)
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12 May (Tuesday)
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13 May (Wednesday)
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14 May (Thursday)
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15 May (Friday)
** Lynden Lodge No. 56 … Special Meeting; Third Degree; 7:30 PM.
** Whatcom Lodge No. 151 … Stated Meeting; Lodge opens at 6:30 PM.
Presidential Quiz
… Who said:
(answers in the regular place … at the end!)
LOWRY'S HINTS
RECIPES
Cherry
Compote Over Goat Cheese
1 pound
sweet cherries, pitted (about 3 cups), preferably Bing.
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1⁄4 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
4 ounces
goat cheese
Cook
cherries and sugar medium-high heat in a skillet, stirring occasionally, about 4
minutes. Sprinkle in vinegar and thyme; cook 1 minute. Slice goat cheese into 4
rounds; top with warm compote, or refrigerate compote, covered, up to 3 days.
(Serving size: 1⁄2 cup).
Nutrition
per serving:
Calories 168 (32% from fat); Fat 6g (sat 4g, mono 1g, poly 0g); Cholesterol
13mg; Protein 6g; Carbohydrate 24g; Sugars 20g; Fiber 2g; Iron 1mg; Sodium
108mg; Calcium 60mg
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