Well, I had the pleasure of being home this weekend, a pleasure I have not had in a while.
First of all, I would like to welcome two new members to our Order, and more specifically to my Bethel. I was so happy to welcome Steffani and Mikayla to our organization yesterday. I was even more excited than usual to initiate since my Bethel has not initiated since my term as Honored Queen from December 2008 to June 2009. I was happy to meet some of Clinton's members for the first time. It's always nice to see new faces in our organization, though not always nice to have to learn their names, but that's just because I'm awful with names.
Second of all, I just have to say that I am so proud of my Bethel. We have been doing practice initiation a lot this term to prepare for initiating these new members, and that is the best we have done initiation yet. I only hope that we get to use it again for more new candidates. I would also like to thank those that came and helped us initiate those new members. I truly appreciate it, and I know that I can speak on behalf of my Bethel when I say that they truly appreciate all of your help too. Thanks to everyone that attended!
Best of all though, I got homemade ice cream afterwards. Oh my goodness, it was so good!!! I put chocolate syrup and cookie crumbles on mine, but sadly, I couldn't even finish my sundae because all of the Italian food for the main course was so tasty too.
From there, I went to Bethel #121, Knightsville for the Official Visit of Bethels 121 and 110. I was so happy to see Jamie since I have not seen her in forever!!! I did well on my part for the Obligation Ceremony that I learned in five minutes, which made me extremely proud of myself, and even better was getting to hear Anita dedicate her granddaughter, Hailey, and hear her get so sentimental when she talked about some of her Grand Officers. The sidelines were pretty full at both Bethels, and I was so happy to be able to be a part of both ceremonies.
Well, the next big event on the agenda is Job-A-Rama, and I am so excited that we will be able to welcome the Supreme Team. I hope everyone has been working on their skits so we can really impress them and show them how truly unique the Indiana Daughters are. FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVE NOT HEARD ME ANNOUNCE IT AT THE OFFICIAL VISITS, SKITS ARE TO BE NO LONGER THAN FIVE (5) MINUTES LONG!!! I can't wait to see you all there. Then we'll be rushing to Masonic Home Day for another great day full of fun and friendship.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Official Visits of Bethels 115 and 25 and Bethels 8 and 27
Yesterday was an awesome day. It was the way we should kick off all Official Visits. We had a lot of people on the sidelines. It was great to see all of the visiting Job's Daughters, the Past Honored Queens, the Worshipful Masters, the Grand Family, the Past Grands, Grand Bethel Officers, and most of the Misses at both of the Official Visits.
Bethels 8 and 27 did the Majority Ceremony for four of their members. There were a lot of tears in the room and from the girls as they tried to recite their parts. It was a very sentimental ceremony, and it was absolutely apparent how much the girls receiving their Majority Degree meant to their Bethel. The ceremony was impressive, and I know it meant a lot to the girls and will be something they remember and cherish for years to come. Elecia tried to say that Genesis, Maddy, and I were the only ones to come up with the title for her award based on Ritual work. For the record, she gave us three options, and we all thought that the "You're totally legit" award best fit Elecia. The Librarians' Reports were so cute, especially Bethel 8 with their song from the DoodleBops called "Let's Get on the Bus." It was a great way to start off the morning, and I was glad that I had gotten up at 3:00 in the morning to attend. My favorite part though, of course, was the food, which was excellent and gave me enough energy that I could keep going for the rest of the day.
From Fort Wayne, I went to the Official Visit of Bethels 115 and 25. It was a great time, and the Obligation Ceremony was not only lovely, but it also reminded me that today marks five years of membership for me in Job's Daughters. It was obviously pretty special to me, and I think it meant just as much to everyone else who shared in the Ceremony as it did to me. It was another great day and I felt at home since I was in my other Associate Grand Guardian's Bethel. I had a great time, and the theme of Back to School was very appropriate as I went back to school last Tuesday. I had a great time and was happy to see the sidelines so full.
Next up is my own Official Visit, so I'm looking forward to staying a bit closer to home this time. I hope we have as great a turnout as these two Bethels did this weekend.
Bethels 8 and 27 did the Majority Ceremony for four of their members. There were a lot of tears in the room and from the girls as they tried to recite their parts. It was a very sentimental ceremony, and it was absolutely apparent how much the girls receiving their Majority Degree meant to their Bethel. The ceremony was impressive, and I know it meant a lot to the girls and will be something they remember and cherish for years to come. Elecia tried to say that Genesis, Maddy, and I were the only ones to come up with the title for her award based on Ritual work. For the record, she gave us three options, and we all thought that the "You're totally legit" award best fit Elecia. The Librarians' Reports were so cute, especially Bethel 8 with their song from the DoodleBops called "Let's Get on the Bus." It was a great way to start off the morning, and I was glad that I had gotten up at 3:00 in the morning to attend. My favorite part though, of course, was the food, which was excellent and gave me enough energy that I could keep going for the rest of the day.
From Fort Wayne, I went to the Official Visit of Bethels 115 and 25. It was a great time, and the Obligation Ceremony was not only lovely, but it also reminded me that today marks five years of membership for me in Job's Daughters. It was obviously pretty special to me, and I think it meant just as much to everyone else who shared in the Ceremony as it did to me. It was another great day and I felt at home since I was in my other Associate Grand Guardian's Bethel. I had a great time, and the theme of Back to School was very appropriate as I went back to school last Tuesday. I had a great time and was happy to see the sidelines so full.
Next up is my own Official Visit, so I'm looking forward to staying a bit closer to home this time. I hope we have as great a turnout as these two Bethels did this weekend.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Supreme Session and Region 5 Get-Together
Well, everyone, I think I need to make the first of many apologies that I will probably make in this blog throughout the year. I am very sorry about not keeping current at Supreme Session, but it seemed very difficult to get to a computer with so much going on there. As for blogging when I came home, I don't actually have a computer with Internet access at my house so I sincerely apologize. I will take this opportunity now to catch up.
So I believe I left off with Monday at Supreme Session.
Tuesday was a long day, but one I had been anticipating ever since I was crowned Miss Indiana Job's Daughter on June 5th. It was time for the Miss International Job's Daughter test. I had some other obligations to attend to first though. I, along with the rest of the Indiana Messenger Team, went into judging at 8:40 am. Despite all of our practice, we knew we hadn't placed, though it had went well. After robe judging, Maddy and I went back to my room for some review for the test before I had my individual ritual. I didn't realize I had to do Stations and Duties so I didn't place in my individual either. I went back to my room again and continued studying and preparing myself for the test. I met up with the other Miss International Job's Daughter pageant contestants, and after some absolutely hilarious "nervous" pictures, we went into the test. I left the room confident and proceeded to the mixer for the contestants. We had a lot of fun, and it was great to meet and swap all of the other girls from the other jurisdictions. We all parted to our separate directions to get ready for Formal Opening. I loved the arrangements and reserved seating Elaine had made for the Daughters present. I don't think I have ever been able to actually see the Opening. It was with great pleasure that I was lucky enough to receive Mandy's scholarship on her behalf. I know that money was well-deserved and will be put to good use.
Wednesday was filled with even more events for the Miss International Job's Daughter pageant, but amid the interviews, the recitation, and robe judging, I still managed to enjoy myself. Job's Daughters Congress was fun and full of discussion. I was incredibly excited that they thought to share the results of the survey online. I was thrilled to discover that 13% of our membership took the survey. I attended the All Job's Daughters Luncheon, and I was excited to hear that Mahaley had received third place in Fourth Messenger.
Thursday started off with the Supreme Bethel meeting. I was convinced at Supreme Session to put my name in for Supreme Bethel line. It would be just my luck that I was selected as Supreme Bethel Junior Princess for the year. I think Anita was more thrilled than I was. I was really happy that this year I actually knew the girl who was drawn for Supreme Bethel Honored Queen. She is a really awesome girl who is, or perhaps was is more appropriate, the Miss Job's Daughter from Delaware. Then I moved quickly to the Pageant luncheon where we had a great time talking with some of the judges about their lives, hobbies, and experiences as Miss International Job's Daughter. From there, we went to the Pageant rehearsal. We had a great time playing a lot of different games as we waited for our individual time to rehearse walking through the area. Then I went back to my room, where Becca along with Maddy, who she claimed was her assistant, was waiting to get her hands on my hair. She did an awesome job with my hair and make-up. Then I got into my dress, and my nerves began to set in. Lots of hugs and support from my Indiana gang and one special hug from Miss Brittney, I waited for my turn to enter the room, introduce myself, and answer the question. I wasn't fortunate enough to become a semi-finalist, but I watched with great joy as Aline, the contestant from Brazil, was crowned Miss International Job's Daughter. She is a wonderful girl, and I wish her all the best in her travels, but I must say that I am happy that I get to remain home with all of my girls, who are the most awesome anyway!!! I can say that I was truly honored to represent our jurisdiction and to compete alongside so many of the most poised and graceful girls I have ever met. Then we left for the Indiana get-together, where I had a great time, got lots of hugs and presents, and got to relax for the first time since I had arrived at Supreme.
Friday, I got up early to attend the Supreme Bethel Installation practice. I left in a hurry to go horseback riding in the Garden of the Gods. My horse's name was Speck. She was sort of ornery, but I think that was because my mom's horse wanted to be really close. The scenery was gorgeous even though I was so far in the back, I really didn't get to hear anything about the rock formations. I got to hang out for a little while, then got ready for Supreme Bethel Installation. It was fun, and it was great to see someone installed as Supreme Bethel Honored Queen that I consider a friend. I figured it out though. I now have five tiaras, two crowns, and three capes for this year, plus five sashes. I think maybe my collection is getting a little excessive.
Saturday was a day of relaxation and packing. I relaxed in the lobby with Genesis, Mahaley, and Elecia, then went to get dressed for Supreme Guardian Council Installation. Vicki was installed as Supreme Fourth Messenger with Genesis as her escort. I enjoyed it, and Indiana should be honored to have Vicki representing us as a Supreme officer.
It was a late night and an early morning Sunday as Mom and I traveled home. Things didn't go so smoothly in Dallas, but we managed to avoid the baggage fare by sending our stuff home with Vicki and Lynn. I left for home from Indianapolis exhausted but happy to be home in Indiana.
Monday, I had a meeting with practice initiation. I was still tired, but I was happy to be at home in my Bethel in Terre Haute for the first time in what seemed like ages. I have to tell you that it is really true that there is no place like home.
Yesterday, I attended the Region 5 Get-together, which was a car wash for HIKE. I got a sunburn, but it was worth it to earn money for HIKE and to enjoy a day with some of my girls. Jasmine has shown her dedication to HIKE. She again received the $1,000 HIKE award this year at Supreme, and I am truly proud of all of her efforts as a member of my Bethel and a girl I was lucky to crown Honored Queen.
So I think that catches things up. Again, I apologize for my lateness posting, but I hope that this extremely long entry makes up for it. I hope we have a chance to show the Supreme Team what Indiana Job's Daughters is all about, and now that the Miss International Job's Daughter pageant and Supreme Session is over, it is time for school to begin again. I hope all of our Daughters are looking forward to going back to school, but for those of you who aren't, I hope you are looking forward to the start of Official Visits and other state events as much as I am. I hope to see all of you very soon!
So I believe I left off with Monday at Supreme Session.
Tuesday was a long day, but one I had been anticipating ever since I was crowned Miss Indiana Job's Daughter on June 5th. It was time for the Miss International Job's Daughter test. I had some other obligations to attend to first though. I, along with the rest of the Indiana Messenger Team, went into judging at 8:40 am. Despite all of our practice, we knew we hadn't placed, though it had went well. After robe judging, Maddy and I went back to my room for some review for the test before I had my individual ritual. I didn't realize I had to do Stations and Duties so I didn't place in my individual either. I went back to my room again and continued studying and preparing myself for the test. I met up with the other Miss International Job's Daughter pageant contestants, and after some absolutely hilarious "nervous" pictures, we went into the test. I left the room confident and proceeded to the mixer for the contestants. We had a lot of fun, and it was great to meet and swap all of the other girls from the other jurisdictions. We all parted to our separate directions to get ready for Formal Opening. I loved the arrangements and reserved seating Elaine had made for the Daughters present. I don't think I have ever been able to actually see the Opening. It was with great pleasure that I was lucky enough to receive Mandy's scholarship on her behalf. I know that money was well-deserved and will be put to good use.
Wednesday was filled with even more events for the Miss International Job's Daughter pageant, but amid the interviews, the recitation, and robe judging, I still managed to enjoy myself. Job's Daughters Congress was fun and full of discussion. I was incredibly excited that they thought to share the results of the survey online. I was thrilled to discover that 13% of our membership took the survey. I attended the All Job's Daughters Luncheon, and I was excited to hear that Mahaley had received third place in Fourth Messenger.
Thursday started off with the Supreme Bethel meeting. I was convinced at Supreme Session to put my name in for Supreme Bethel line. It would be just my luck that I was selected as Supreme Bethel Junior Princess for the year. I think Anita was more thrilled than I was. I was really happy that this year I actually knew the girl who was drawn for Supreme Bethel Honored Queen. She is a really awesome girl who is, or perhaps was is more appropriate, the Miss Job's Daughter from Delaware. Then I moved quickly to the Pageant luncheon where we had a great time talking with some of the judges about their lives, hobbies, and experiences as Miss International Job's Daughter. From there, we went to the Pageant rehearsal. We had a great time playing a lot of different games as we waited for our individual time to rehearse walking through the area. Then I went back to my room, where Becca along with Maddy, who she claimed was her assistant, was waiting to get her hands on my hair. She did an awesome job with my hair and make-up. Then I got into my dress, and my nerves began to set in. Lots of hugs and support from my Indiana gang and one special hug from Miss Brittney, I waited for my turn to enter the room, introduce myself, and answer the question. I wasn't fortunate enough to become a semi-finalist, but I watched with great joy as Aline, the contestant from Brazil, was crowned Miss International Job's Daughter. She is a wonderful girl, and I wish her all the best in her travels, but I must say that I am happy that I get to remain home with all of my girls, who are the most awesome anyway!!! I can say that I was truly honored to represent our jurisdiction and to compete alongside so many of the most poised and graceful girls I have ever met. Then we left for the Indiana get-together, where I had a great time, got lots of hugs and presents, and got to relax for the first time since I had arrived at Supreme.
Friday, I got up early to attend the Supreme Bethel Installation practice. I left in a hurry to go horseback riding in the Garden of the Gods. My horse's name was Speck. She was sort of ornery, but I think that was because my mom's horse wanted to be really close. The scenery was gorgeous even though I was so far in the back, I really didn't get to hear anything about the rock formations. I got to hang out for a little while, then got ready for Supreme Bethel Installation. It was fun, and it was great to see someone installed as Supreme Bethel Honored Queen that I consider a friend. I figured it out though. I now have five tiaras, two crowns, and three capes for this year, plus five sashes. I think maybe my collection is getting a little excessive.
Saturday was a day of relaxation and packing. I relaxed in the lobby with Genesis, Mahaley, and Elecia, then went to get dressed for Supreme Guardian Council Installation. Vicki was installed as Supreme Fourth Messenger with Genesis as her escort. I enjoyed it, and Indiana should be honored to have Vicki representing us as a Supreme officer.
It was a late night and an early morning Sunday as Mom and I traveled home. Things didn't go so smoothly in Dallas, but we managed to avoid the baggage fare by sending our stuff home with Vicki and Lynn. I left for home from Indianapolis exhausted but happy to be home in Indiana.
Monday, I had a meeting with practice initiation. I was still tired, but I was happy to be at home in my Bethel in Terre Haute for the first time in what seemed like ages. I have to tell you that it is really true that there is no place like home.
Yesterday, I attended the Region 5 Get-together, which was a car wash for HIKE. I got a sunburn, but it was worth it to earn money for HIKE and to enjoy a day with some of my girls. Jasmine has shown her dedication to HIKE. She again received the $1,000 HIKE award this year at Supreme, and I am truly proud of all of her efforts as a member of my Bethel and a girl I was lucky to crown Honored Queen.
So I think that catches things up. Again, I apologize for my lateness posting, but I hope that this extremely long entry makes up for it. I hope we have a chance to show the Supreme Team what Indiana Job's Daughters is all about, and now that the Miss International Job's Daughter pageant and Supreme Session is over, it is time for school to begin again. I hope all of our Daughters are looking forward to going back to school, but for those of you who aren't, I hope you are looking forward to the start of Official Visits and other state events as much as I am. I hope to see all of you very soon!
Monday, August 2, 2010
White Water Rafting and Performing Arts Review
Well, today Supreme Session really got underway. I went wite water rafting in the Arkansas River along with the rest of the Indiana bunch. It was so much fun in spite of the freezing water. Lindsey and I were ready and raring to go for more. Next time, I think we're going to try to go for higher class waters. Mahaley took a little swim. Don't worry though. She did it on purpose!
While I was white water rafting, Genesis, our Junior Miss Indiana Job's Daughter, was competing in the performing arts competition. She did two dances, a speech, and signing. I didn't get to see her perform, but her speech must have been pretty good because she placed third in speech and theater.
We've had another great day here, making new friends. I'm entirely shocked. I actually remember some of the other Misses names and jurisdictions as we pass one another and exchange greetings in the hallways. I'm excited that we're getting to know one another now.
Tomorrow, I have Supreme Messenger Team, Individual Ritual Contest, and the Miss International written test and mixer. It should be a very long day, but I'm pretty sure I will survive. You might check my blog tomorrow afternoon though to make sure.
While I was white water rafting, Genesis, our Junior Miss Indiana Job's Daughter, was competing in the performing arts competition. She did two dances, a speech, and signing. I didn't get to see her perform, but her speech must have been pretty good because she placed third in speech and theater.
We've had another great day here, making new friends. I'm entirely shocked. I actually remember some of the other Misses names and jurisdictions as we pass one another and exchange greetings in the hallways. I'm excited that we're getting to know one another now.
Tomorrow, I have Supreme Messenger Team, Individual Ritual Contest, and the Miss International written test and mixer. It should be a very long day, but I'm pretty sure I will survive. You might check my blog tomorrow afternoon though to make sure.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Worship Service at the Air Force Academy
Well, it's been another good day here at Supreme Session. Today, we went to the worship service at the Air Force Academy. I can't believe it, but on the base, there is actually a chapel that is so beautiful that it compares to the beauty of the skyline I woke up to this morning. I can't even begin to describe to you the beauty of the landscape here. The mountains are just gorgeous.
I'm getting ready to go swimming with Mahaley, Becca, and Lindsey. It should make for a good time. I'm really looking forward to two things this week: going white water rafting tomorrow and meeting all the Miss contestants on Tuesday. I've already run into the current Miss International Job's Daughter, Miss Queensland Job's Daughter, and Miss Kentucky Job's Daughter.
Things are getting underway for Supreme Session this year. I've run into a few Daughters. I can't wait to meet some more Daughters. Keep reading this week for more news from my adventures here at Supreme Session 2010.
I'm getting ready to go swimming with Mahaley, Becca, and Lindsey. It should make for a good time. I'm really looking forward to two things this week: going white water rafting tomorrow and meeting all the Miss contestants on Tuesday. I've already run into the current Miss International Job's Daughter, Miss Queensland Job's Daughter, and Miss Kentucky Job's Daughter.
Things are getting underway for Supreme Session this year. I've run into a few Daughters. I can't wait to meet some more Daughters. Keep reading this week for more news from my adventures here at Supreme Session 2010.
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