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As we begin a new year, let us all look forward with a new perspective and sense of commitment to make it successful.

I am proud of this Lodge, it’s Members, Officers and Volunteers. Don’t forget the leadership and the women of our Chapter. They have done many things to help and improve our Lodge and its operations.

Needless to say, there have had to be a few changes from time to time to hopefully improve and update such things as financial, membership and general book and record keeping. This all takes a lot of time and work. Believe it or not, it is aimed at making our lodge a better, smoother running organization. We have been working on office arrangement, record filing and general streamlining of these essential duties.

From time to time, there seems to be concerns about our Lodge and its financial situation. “The Lodge is broke”, “We are going to close”, “We are going to be audited by International”. This is not true! There is a steady improvement in conditions of financial matters. As in anything, it takes time and co-operation to make it happen. The sky is not falling. Rumors to that effect, have no place or purpose in our Lodge or Social Quarters. Rumors do absolutely nothing but ruin. Both words start with the same letters, R & U.

It is time to think positive, think more about building, rather than tearing down. Remember, it takes all of us working together for the greater good and future of our Lodge.

Last, but not least, our Joint Officer meetings have been very helpful this year. We need all officers to continue to attend this very important meeting. With this in mind, let us keep looking ahead to a good upcoming year, and we can make Lodge 1293 and Chapter 756 the fine organizations we know they are! Thank you all.

Fraternally,
Lee “Smokey Bear” Smoak, Governor