Vinoklet Winery -SW Ohio

Today was our second wine outing and all who were able to attend had a nice time. While I thought originally it might be very hot outside, it turned out to not be too bad. REC Ron Hart help set this one up and we had a nice size group that could easily sit around and talk to solve all the world’s  problems. Hoping for nice weather next weekend with two more outings one near Lima on Saturday and one in the Columbus area Sunday.

Ohio Grotto Special

Well today ended up being quite different than when I had thought it was going to be about a week ago. I had two meeting today which I thought I could make both because unfortunately one changed their timing and the other one changed their location. Since Grand Family this time was Dan Smith’s, I gave him something to say and went to the Grotto Special Meeting I was requested to attend. I’m now the Ohio Grotto Association Pro-Tem Sentinel.

Royal Arch Foundation Meeting

Tonight I attended the Royal Arch Foundation Meeting.  They had a well planned and well run meeting covering all agenda items in around an hour. It was good to hear that despite the pandemic the Foundation is still trying to move forward.

Always Check Before ....

Today I was headed to Wakeman for the 9th District Meeting. Luckily, I spoke to REC Ray Hardwick who indicated that is moved to next Wednesday. Especially during this times of change and uncertainty things can change quickly (at times even more than once in the same day).  Currently health concerns and many peoples own personal situations change very rapidly. Oh well, I caught the change before heading out and actually next Wednesday potentially works better for me anyway.

I guess the no harm no foul saying works.

Lima Shrine Club Picnic

Today Pam and I travelled to Lima for their Shrine Club Picnic. It was in a large outdoor area which easily accommodated social distancing. This was not your normal picnic food as they had Filet Mignon and lots of shrimp and shrimp dishes. In addition they had several great desserts including pecan pie. It rained almost all the way to Lima and back but the sun was out all the time we were at the picnic.

Valley Commandery Meeting Online

Tonight we held a get together meeting on zoom and celebrated Past Commander Dale Evans (who now lives in assisted living in Toledo) 90th birthday. Claude Siebel also was on and got his sound and picture to work. PGHP Steve Duncan and PGC Birch Zehner also we’re present. Overall we had 10 members present. 

10th Capitular District Grand High Priest Reception

Tonight my Grand Marshal Greg Clatterbuck and our wives traveled to Mansfield where they held their GHP at a new venue.  Social distancing was easy as the room probably held 300. We started off with a very good meal and dessert. It was a very nice location and may end up as their new site to hold this event in the future. They presented us with a couple of nice gifts, one being the Copper Kettle which has been given to the sitting Grand High Priest for around 25 years.

Herman Lawrence #82 AMD Meeting

Tonight I zoomed in to my AMD meeting and we had 10 present at the meeting.we covered all the necessary business and had a moment of silent for our one death. We had a few discussions on various subjects and closed at a decent hour. 

Earl Gorsuch Funeral

Today was the Masonic funeral for Earl Gorsuch. They had a very nice service for him and considering the current health situation, a very good turnout. Since Earl was active with multiple Lodges, there were 3 different Lodges participating in the service. PGHPs George Shell and Steve Duncan were present as was a Grand Lodge officer. This year Grand Marshal for Grand Chapter, Greg Clatterbuck, did the lead part in the service today with it being his first time doing the part and he did a very nice job on it.

Millenium AMD #382 Stated Meeting

I was happy to return to this Council which I helped institute 20 years ago. I installed the new Sovereign Master (delayed due to the COVID-19 Situation), listened to a nice education program and saw a new member brought in to membership. They called on me for a few comments and will all departed for home at a reasonable hour.