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Examples	

I remember in my youth, a wise old gentleman told me, “If you have good examples to follow the rest comes naturally.” 

At the time I had no idea what this old man was trying to Tell me, but as I started my advancement through life, this simple phrase started to become more Apparent each and every day at home, through school, and at work.  

I began to realize that Examples are what shape and form what and who we will eventually become.  Not only are our Minds shaped solely from examples taken from home, school, and work, but also from situations Impressed upon us throughout our daily lives; moreover, the people whom we come to know, Love, admire, and dislike.  It’s these encounters and examples projected internally form a basis in our minds of what we are to become.  

Fortunately, most of us have the insight and forethought to See bad examples for exactly what they are, and do our utmost to exclude them from our daily Lives, while remaining true to good examples.  Having grown up in the late 1960’s, I saw, heard, and experienced many things, good and bad.

During this time my mind was open and idealistic, seeking examples from which my potential could be realized and expanded upon.  I found many, mostly revolutionary and radical, but good and honest all the same.  All are created equal, all Should be treated as equals and regarded as equals in the eyes of God and man.  

Simple words, But extraordinary in meaning, I have always followed this example and passed it on by setting Worthy examples myself.  

As I travel along the roads of freemasonry, I encounter many worthy Brothers and sisters with the same insight as I hold close to heart: set good examples and good Examples will be followed.  

I only regret that it took me so long to understand what the wise old Man had shared with me so long ago, and why the simple ring on his finger he held so dear.   

Brother Beau Nolan 32’