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HL Kris Aanderud, Grand Royal Matron
SK Wes Aanderud, Grand Royal Patron
OREGON GRAND COURT NEWSLETTER
May 10, 2019 THE NEWSLETTER IS POSTED ON THE OREGON GRAND COURT WEB PAGE IN
BOTH WORD FORMAT AND IN PDF FORMAT
HL Kris Aanderud, Grand Royal Matron
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HL Sue Mills, Grand Secretary
5101 NE 121st Ave #114.----Vancouver, WA 98682
360-433-9675
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WEB PAGE DIRECTIONS FOR FINDING THE NEWSLETTERS
Go to: www.oramaranth.org
Click on NEWS (this is located in the green banner under the picture of Oregon sites)
a drop-down box will pop up, click on News, this will take you to a page where all
the newsletters are listed. Click on the one that you want…happy reading.
A Note from EDITOR, HL JUDY JONES
Flyers/Info towards the bottom include: GRM/Grand Court projects, Arago fundraiser, Crafty
Ladies glove bag sale, GAC dress sale.
Separate Attachments: GRM Calendar, GRM/GRP reception, BC/ID/OR Amaranth Invasion
info and hotel info,
Just a reminder—if you have info you want included in the body of this newsletter, please send
it to me in WORD format or jpeg, ALL PDF’s that I receive will be included in the email as
separate attachments.
Please use this email for any news that you would like to have included [email protected],
prior to 10:00am of the Friday the newsletter is to go out. We are on an ‘every-other-week’
schedule now until OV’s begin.
Thank You--HL Judy Jones
The Grand Secretary will be using a new email address from now on: [email protected]
NOTES FROM THE GRAND LINE
From GRM Kris & GRP Wes
HLs and SKs,
What a wonderful month we have enjoyed! SK Wes and I hope you have taken time to enjoy the
beautiful spring weather we have been having. The flowers are in bloom, the grass has turned that
lovely shade of green and love is in the air.
May is our time to honor those who have gone before us and watch over us from above. As you
celebrate the lives of those who have passed this past year during your Memorial Ceremony, may you
find joy in the memories you keep of your time together and help one another in times of sorrow. They
will always remain “Sweet in our Memory.”
We wish everyone a very special Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day is
one of those days that everyone has the opportunity to celebrate: to
give thanks for the gift of life your mother gave you and to honor all
mother’s who have helped you along your journey. When I have used
the phrase, ”it takes a village” I am honoring the many women (and
men) who have been so instrumental in making me the person I am
today by molding me through their love, their teaching moments, and
even the times where there was adversity, for it is through life’s
experiences and even life’s struggles, that we learn and can appreciate more all that we have to be
thankful for. So to each of our Honored Ladies and Sir Knights, Happy Mother’s Day!
Congratulations HL Sue and SK Chuck Arnold of Mirror Court, our final Royal Matron and Royal
Patron to be installed this year. We enjoyed our time together and look forward to traveling to Bend for
your special meeting on June 9th to hold Initiation. Watch the next newsletter for more details as HL
Sue has asked for assistance from Grand Court for their Initiation Ceremony.
Has your Court taken time to meet to talk about your goals for this coming year. It is time to set
your action plan and to move forward on those plans. It is through daily and weekly steps in the
direction of your goals that you will find success. Working together, we can accomplish so much!!!
SK Wes and I enjoyed a week in sunny Phoenix visiting our son and daughter-in-law, while
attending the Grand Court of Arizona. It is always exciting to see our friends from other jurisdictions
and to make new friends. It is also fun to watch how other Grand Courts do things differently. At the
Installation of Grand Officers, just prior to uncrowning, the Royal Matrons of each Court presented the
retiring Grand Royal Matron with a check for Diabetes Research for their Court’s individual efforts
during the past year. It was amazing to see the Royal Matrons lined up, beaming with pride for their
Court’s efforts as they each presented their gifts of love. When all 7 Royals Matrons had presented
their gifts, more than $10,000 had been added to the Grand Court’s total contributions to the Amaranth
Diabetes Foundation! It was a reminder to me that it through the efforts of our individual Court
members and our 12 amazing subordinate Courts that much of our success for raising funds for our
philanthropic projects depends. Thank you in advance for the many special projects you have included
in your planning for the coming year to help us reach our goal to exceed the total contributions from this
past year of over $20,000! Together we can make it happen again!
Also, a reminder that tomorrow, Saturday, May 11, Oregon Job’s Daughters is hosting an Alumni
Tea to kick off their 100-year celebration. Tickets are only $10 if you would like to attend.
I heard an interesting quote a couple of weeks ago that I would like to leave you with; “Reality isn’t
real, it’s what you make it; so make it a great day! May all your travels be safe, your days be filled with
joy and we look forward to seeing many of you along the Amaranth trail.
In Amaranth service and with love, HL Kris & SK Wes
From GAM Patti…
From GAP Dick…
Well, HLs and SKS, the only thing that we seem to have trouble keeping track of this year is gloves. We have a pair of silver, short, fingerless gloves and a single white glove in the found category. We still are missing the pair of short black gloves and now a red glove. Please let me know if you have something extra or have a home for something I have. SK Dick From GC Judy…
From GAC Linda …
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SUBORDINATE COURT OV’s and OTHER EVENTS (RM/RP and/or Court Secretary if your court is going to have a meal either before
or after an event, please let the editor know and if there is a charge or donations
accepted. Many thanks)
May 11 Alumni Tea-Job’s Daughters 11-4 Wilsonville May 24-26 DeMolay Conclave Sunriver OR June 6-7 Grand Lodge of Oregon Seaside OR June 16-19 Grand Chapter OES Pendleton OR June 20-22 OR Grand Assembly IORG Pendleton OR June 27-29 OR Grand Session JDI Wilsonville OR June 30-July 4 Supreme Council O of A St. Louis MO July 19 Douglas Ct OV 7:00 Roseburg Lodge July 20 School of Instruction (OVs) 10:00 Eugene Willamette Court GRM/GRP Rec & BBQ Noon Alton Baker Park, Eugene July 27 Tour De Cure Diabetes Awareness July 28 OES All masonic Picnic 11:00 Cottage Grove Masonic Park
Subordinate Court Directory changes Charlene Tucker has eliminated her home phone – please use cell for all calls: 360-241-1988
Wendy Bednarik (NO C) [email protected]
Lana Gaylord: [email protected]
Myrna Keller: new phone # 503.631.3728
Jesika Myers: 765 SE Mt. Hood Hwy Apt 221, Gresham OR 97080
Diane Tanner: s/o McCarty, 200 Market St #295, Lebanon OR 97355
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Honored Ladies and Sir Knights,
Could you check your pockets, purses, drawers, etc. for a few Grand Court Jewels we are
missing. You might also check for jewels for AGLs and Grand Representatives. A reward
of $2.00 Canadian from the Past Grand Royal Patrons Discretionary fund will be
generously paid.
Grand Trustee 3 Years Grand Commissioner 2 Years
Grand Prelate Grand Fraternal Correspondent
Grand Wisdom Grand Sentinel
Thanks,
Rod Lippert,
Grand Trustee 3
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GRAND COURT CHEER---
HL Jeanne Currie [email protected] 541.297.3132
From HL Marlee: HL Marilyn Korte fell April 25, she has multiple broken ribs and a fracture in her pelvis. She is now
home, cards would be welcomed.
We are sad to report that HL Betty Rinck has lost her son due to cancer. Please keep her in your thoughts and
prayers.
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Dear Oregon Members:
I am the Representative from BC to OR and this year we are doing something different. Washington has always participated and this year they have offered to host the Invasion from BC, OR. & WA. Please find below the information. It is a Camp-Out and Chili Cooking contest. Let's see if we can get a lot of people will participate. I am checking into motels within driving distance for those who don’t camp. This is NOT on Labor Day Weekend as many have objected to tying up that last weekend of the summer. More information to come.
Please contact Washington and make your reservations and kindly advise me who all will be attending.
Regards, Barbie Glaspey, Grand Rep to Oregon from BC.
808-756-4970-cell 541-603-2541-home SK Jack Hutchins asked me get the word out that RV Spaces are filling up fast for Granite Falls
weekend
MEETINGS/ACTIVITIES FOR THE MONTH
COURTS ARE DARK IN JULY AND AUGUST UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED
Acacia Court---2nd Friday at 7:30 pm ---except in March---4th Friday
Arago Court---2nd Saturday at 7:00 pm. (Meeting at North Bend Lodge)
Chehalem Court---4th Tuesday at 7:30 pm
Cherry Court---2nd Wednesday at 7:00 pm
Christina Court---1st Friday at 7:30 pm
---We always have a dinner prior to the meeting at 6:00 pm. Donations accepted.
Colonial Court---1st Wednesday at 7:30 pm
Douglas Court---3rd Friday at 7:00 pm--- We are dark in Jan. and Feb.
---In March we meet the 1st Friday.
Emerald Court---3rd Monday at 7:30 pm-
---except June/December when they meet on the 1st Monday
Kellogg Court---2nd Thursday at 7:30 pm
Mirror Court---1st Thursday at 7:30pm--- We are dark in Dec. and Jan.
Oceanside Court---1st Saturday at 1:00 pm---We are dark in Jan. and Feb.
---Potluck lunch at Noon Come join us!
Willamette Court---2nd Monday at 7:30 pm
---Potluck dinner at 6:30pm---Please come and join us for the fun!
ARAGO FUNDRAISER
https://www.bonfire.com/diabetes/
Spread the word about Arago Court's newest fundraiser that is up and running, which promotes
Amaranth and our work towards supporting Diabetes Research. Amaranth Members while
wearing them will intrigue others, and give an opportunity to a conversation about both our Order
and Diabetes Research.
I have attached a sample color of each of the designs available. There are between 3-5 colors in
each style to choose from and the sizes are available from XS to 3X. The product gets delivered
to the person's chosen address who ordered. Sales are only through Bonfire website and profits
benefit Arago Court Order of Amaranth directly.
These are fun shirts to promote awareness of Diabetes Research and the support that Amaranth
gives to this Philanthropy.
A Charmed Life through Charmed Moments…
As GRM Kris and SK Wes travel this year for special events and for Court
Official Visits, new charms will be handed out. Be sure to travel often and enjoy the
friendships that Amaranth offers!
Ornaments for Diabetes Research
The Grand Court is selling myrtle-
wood ornaments this year.
The Amaranthine wreath ornament sells for $7 each.
A special 3-pack of ornaments, with a dragonfly, a wise old owl, and an Amaranthine wreath, all in Oregon myrtlewood sell for $20. HL Jackie Lovelace is in charge of this project. Please contact her or GRM Kris by email to place an order!
Diabetes Donation Quilt
A traditional donation quilt to
benefit Diabetes Research is currently
being offered. This is a very special
quilt named, “Decades and a Village.” It
has literally taken nearly 3 decades to
complete this quilt and has been
worked on by 4 amazing women.
We are proud to display this quilt
as we travel and encourage you to
come take a look at the amazing hand
embroidered butterflies. Tickets are
only $5 and HLs Cori Gavette & Bonnie
Strong have quilt tickets for sale.
Oregon Amaranth
2019-2020
Oregon Amaranth
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The Crafty Ladies are selling glove bags. These bags are made from a white/gold glittery fabric,
lining colors vary and boast the Amaranth emblem on the bag, they measure appx 8.5” x 5”. They
can also be used as a small evening clutch. We will be selling these for $10.00 each.
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The tradition continues!!!
Installations are completed and now it’s time for
Spring cleaning! Yes, the dress sale will continue!
Thank you, Crafty Ladies for passing on the tradition.
Linda’s Ladies, (for now) will be having their first dress sale at Oceanside
Court’s OV on Saturday, August 3rd.
Contact HL Linda to if you plan to donate dresses or let me know that you
are bringing dresses to an upcoming event. Sir Knights: any vests and ties
you wish to donate will be gladly accepted! Shoes and purses are also
included.
Thank you for help getting Linda’s Ladies, (for now) off and running!
HL Linda McIntire
Grand Associate Conductress
May Birthday/Anniversary
HL’s---Deb Carroll---Carolyn Adams---Doreen Kundelius---Judy Jones HL’s---Ilene Smith---Trisha Griffith---Tawyna Schultz---Virginia Petko
HL’s---Gail Rutshman---Ann Milford---Sue Mills---Olivia Determan SK’s---Dean Young---Ron Sheppard---Bill Wearne---Leslie Lawrence
SK’s---Gene Wright
Anniversary---HL Ruth & SK Floyd Rewey HL Gloria & Loren Hooker HL Minnie & SK Jim Aday
HL Barbara & SK Dave Sherman HL Shirley & SK Jim Taylor
HL Mary & Kenneth Fleming HL Margaret & SK Dean Vockrodt HL Keeley & Gregg Douglas
HL Mary Lou & SK John Olson HL Kelly & SK Dennis Marsh
May is…. Drinking Water Month…
May is a month of autumn in the Southern Hemisphere and spring in the Northern
Hemisphere. Therefore May in the Southern Hemisphere is the seasonal equivalent of
November in the Northern Hemisphere and vice versa.
No other month begins or ends on the same day of the week as May in any year.
January of the following year always begins and ends on the same day of the week as
May of the current year.
May flower is Lily of the Valley…
Birthstone is Emerald, which means love or success.
May 10—National Public Gardens Day
May 11—Brunch for Lunch Day
May 12—National Nutty Fudge Day
May 13—Tulip Day
May 14—Dance Like a Chicken Day
May 15—Straw Hat Day
May 16—Brown Bag it Thursday
May 17—National Pizza Party Day
May 18—National No Dirty Dishes Day
May 19—World Baking Day
May 20---Pick Strawberries Day
May 21—National Waiters and Waitresses Day
May 22—National Vanilla Pudding Day
May 23—Lucky Penny Day
May 24—International Tiara Day
FUN FACTS
Male Dragonflies Will Fight for Territory
Competition for females is fierce, and male dragonflies will aggressively fend off other suitors. In some species, males will claim and defend a territory against intrusion from other males. Skimmers, clubtails, and petaltails scout out prime egg-laying locations around ponds; should a competitor fly into his chosen habitat, the defending male will chase him off. Other kinds of dragonflies don't defend specific territories, but will still behave aggressively to other males that cross their flight paths or dare to approach their perches.
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OWLS FEED THE STRONGEST BABIES FIRST.
As harsh as it sounds, the parents always feed the oldest and strongest owlet
before its sibling. This means that if food is scarce, the youngest chicks will
starve. After an owlet leaves the nest, it often lives nearby in the same tree, and
its parents still bring it food. If it can survive the first winter on its own, its
chances of survival are good.