Official Visits of Bethels 108, 32 and 67 and Bethels 34 and 68 and Demolay Halloween Party

I had another very busy weekend.

It began with the Official Visit of Bethels 108, 32, and 67 at Fishers. I had a great time. They did the Majority Ceremony, and I took part in the Ceremony as Second Messenger. I couldn't believe the shoes those two girls were wearing though. I couldn't have walked in those for more than a split second if I had been wearing them on my feet. It was great to see every office but one filled with some officers in twos. I guess I wasn't as happy to see the Majority Ceremony again, though. The Daughters did a great job with their parts, but I wish I could be seeing a few more Initiations where we gain members instead of lose them. That's alright. I believe Anita said that we have or are ready to bring in about 38 new members total this term. I hope that we'll get up to 50 though. I would like to finally hit that 100 new member goal. Of course the food was great afterwards, even though I only ate a peanut butter and jelly sandwich because I don't like chili.

Then it was off to Sheridan for the Official Visit of Bethels 34 and 68. They also did Majority Ceremony. It was great to see them dedicate Jeanne Fletcher's (formerly known as Ward) daughter. She was so cute, and she loved the little toy Elecia gave her because it squeaked when she squeezed it. They also did a great job on the Majority Ceremony, and it was funny to see the sister duo, Carolyn and Brittany Winebar. The food was tasty afterward, as usual.

After that, Genesis, Anita, my mother, and I went to Steel City Demolay's Halloween party. Genesis and I didn't sleep in the car as we had planned, but thank heavens we didn't, because if we had, Anita would have been lost because she was talking so much that she didn't realize she had passed the Coslets, who we were supposed to be following. We arrived and were greeted by some familiar faces from up North, namely Maddy, Junior Miss Indiana Congeniality, and Sam, Demolay State Sweetheart. Genesis dressed as a cheerleader, and I dressed as a butterfly. I even had one of those light-up tiaras from Wal-mart. It was hilarious. We danced the night away, convincing the boys to sway to the slow songs with us in a big circle by telling them
that they could tell their friends they had slow danced with six pretty girls all at once. The cake was amazing, even though I was perfectly content to just eat all of the candy provided. It was a really great time, and at the end of the night, Maddy, Genesis, and I convinced Anita and Susan that we needed some Miss time so we should stay at Maddy's house together.

I was up for about 22 hours that day, once you factor in the time difference, but it was worth it. I had a great time. I hope next weekend's Coronation Ball is just as fun.

Remember girls, Ritual Revisions are only up for a few more weeks. Don't forget the Bethel News either, girls. Share what your Bethel's doing with the entire state. Just write an article, however long or short, and send it to Julie Cox, the Bethel News editor by the 10th of each month. It's very easy, and if you girls decide to use it, it is a great forum for the sharing of ideas. I hope to see all of you next weekend!