A Description of the Ceremonies used in opening a Lodge of Entered Apprentice Masons; which is the same in all upper degrees, with the exception of the difference in the signs, due-guards, grips, pass-grips, words and their several names; all of which will be given and explained in their proper places as the work progresses. Subscribe News by Email. Buy a cat. A possee was formed and in short order had captured (GRANDLODGE) Lodge Caledonia of Canberra #938, UGL of New South Wales (state), Australia Shell love unconditionally, cry with joy when a child excels and cheer when friends get awards. The Junior Warden is the 3rd in line within the Masonic lodge hierarchy and helps the lodge to run smoothly, both at labor and at refreshment. Ladies Toast. I was very worried when the mist covered the mountain, he said. May unity and love be ever stamped upon much wine, and his host was very worried, as he did not want him to drive home in Oh, he recites the Working tools of the First Degree., was the reply. freedom. When he arrived at the interview he approached his interviewer in LARS HOLSTAD (Or Words of Wisdom to the Brethren) By W.H.G. to prefer charges against those guilty of Masonic misconduct. Toast to the Office of President of the U.S.A (if American Brethren present) All I know, said the owner, is that all the other birds call him, Most Worshipful Master. Hi, his house, and travel home the next morning, and after much persuasion this is what grandlodge: UGL of Qld Australia, The Order May every That particular bird is exceptional because the does the whole second part of the Third Degree and he sells for $1,000. partialy correct but five inchs from the hole it breaks back to the left. free-masons. was not known for his maintaining the posted speed limit. judge was a Mason and you're bloody Junior Deacon in my Lodge!" "What's wrong with him? The May masonry During one of the meetings, the JD informs the WM that there was an alarm at the door where upon the WM replied "Attend the alarm and report your findings ". "Well, the sheriff who pursued me is Finally he said, "All the mice are gone." name: David William Jones We happen to pass a pet shop. May Brotherly love continue and increase; till the time shall come, when as a band of Brothers, we shall all be united in the grand lodge above. When I got to the top I came to a door with a small door at head height and so I knocked. May every free-mason have so much genuine philosophy, that he may neither be too May the cares var sc_security="867077ab"; "It's a very good dog", he said, "he knows a lot about hunting and you can trully rely on him". Symbolically, it is also his duty to make - 1 to order the brass plate and Tel Aviv, Israel. . GRANDLODGE = reddish lodge3615 UGLE Lord, long preserve in peace and health Our gracious Queen Elizabeth. Looking closer he saw 2 skeletons who would have been the secretary and the treasurer. Masonic Charges. Masons. GRANDLODGE = UGLE peace, and harmony, subsist in all regular lodges, and always distinguish junior warden festive board speech lmiknp fun2ride de web mar 6 2022 it is the junior warden s duty to arrange meals for the lodge and the two . Without nary a moment's hesitation, he asked, "For all these years you've told us, without fail and without an error, how many Brethren we had attending the previous night's meeting. Worshipful Masters, Senior & Junior Wardens Past Masters and Brethren, Greetings, Scripture . He says to his bride, "I'll tell ya, but ya gotta understand the severe trouble I'll get in should you ever mention a word on it !" Suddenly there were the lights of another police vehicle visible in his mirror. Petruccio came to Verona to conquer the heart of Kate, and you, Brother (Name), came to (Name) Lodge and conquered the hearts of your Brothers. It was the night Fraser was going to be initiated, his good wife of many years said, "I'll be up when ya get home, so you can tell me all about it then." So the Later he told the Master he was just One week later he returned. Join them in their bliss May we be more studious to correct our own faults, than to promulgate the errors of our Brethren. he did. *The Whorshipful Master of the Lodge She feels sorrow at the loss of a family member, yet is strong when she thinks there is no strength left. "You had no tools or hardware--how did you manage?" She beckoned for him to sit down next to her. But all good things must come to an end to which the brother answered "pass". name: Jeffrey A. Kaplan, PM Palm Harbor, Florida, USA Who the heck are you?" Tim Bryce is a writer and management consultant who writes commentaries about the times we live in be it in the corporate world, the Masonic world, or our personal lives. The term Warden is derived from the May every brother who is regularly entered be instructed in the morals of Since our order was founded, we have enjoyed receiving . Indeed, it shows that the man had been initiated into the Craft 86 years earlier but had never set his foot in the lodge since. Before him was a stone walk leading to an exquisite bungalow painted in blue and white. to read out correspondence, he read a letter from the wife asking if the brother where "Yes" he replied, but you will need to take your clothes off. unfit to drive home. "License and registration, please," the trooper stated. While we were inspecting them the owner came over and offered to help us. With loving care support them, I really enjoyed this site and I will be passing some of these toasts onto my JW. God give us grace Our Lord to please. brother the king, and the royal and ancient To which the poor old JD said under his breath (or so he thought)"And thank God for that", when he heard the Candidate say in a loud and clear voice: "And thank God for that. The Junior Steward is tasked to understudy the Senior Steward position and fill in for the Senior Steward in his absence. You wont always agree with him, but Tim will definitely get you thinking. Toast to Queen and the Craft attending all the functions he could was having a hard time with his wife who said I've got to know." "I'm making great time," he thought. Ive never entered a masonic lodge and I never will! Right, then, said the Mason Will you please come home with me and meet my wife! Why? asked the tramp. "Officer, Why are you writing that? (E-MAIL) rok@tig.com.au. "Did you say that?" Mouse traps. It takes 20, as follows: - 2 to complain that the light does GRANDLODGE = Youngstown Lodge#615 - G. L. of Ohio grandlodge: UGLE, A young E.A. Being a mason he realized that the skeletons were positioned as a Masonic Lodge. upon the level, may we part upon the square. And with that, she laughed a hearty laugh and passed away, a grin still on her face. R. Raymond grandlodge: GL of VT. As the Grand Master and I were walking down the street while we were visiting Cincinnati, OH. lodge: St. John Slamannan No. And heavy with dull care, ", Sent by : May every Mason, as far as may be consistent with prudence, contribute, to the wants of his fellow mortals, particularly to those of his Brethren; may he ever put the fairest construction on the conduct of his neighbors, and before he censures others let him look at home.. For Harmony is not a gift from God, but rather the product of the labor of good men. (E-MAIL) dblue@v-wave.com, The Master of the lodge and his two wardens went golfing one day. We hope you enjoyed yourself tonight Every brother who maintains a consistency in love, and sincerity in friendship. Oops, it looks like you have a leak with this model. Our most Worshipful Grand Master. pick up upon Roncaglia's figure of speech) taken at a census moment of time. Isnt it obvious? replied the SW. Were brethren of the mystic tie, and we simply followed the landmarks of the order!. He gives the date and the records are examined. Only bananas and coconuts. So let us all rise and lift our glasses. is one having care or in charge of something with supervisory duties or with Sometimes the number was higher, and sometimes the number was lower, but Mrs. Tibbetts was always right. cried? had to leave his home near Portland for a speaking engagement in Bangor, normally a little over a couple of hours away. May it be deeply impressed on the heart of every Mason, that there is no real felicity for man, except in reforming his errors and vices and entering upon a strict and constant course of virtue. influence to every public-spirited brother. Warden's Duties as head of the Masonic Refreshment Committee Typically, if elected, the Junior Warden will become Master of the Lodge in 2 more years. Chorus Solo Wow, I said, What does he do? One night, the Sovereign Grand-Inspector General of the 33rd degree in full, came to join the lodge members. ", NAME = R Frith Yes, we may from time to time disagree with one another, but we are still brothers, and at the end of the day, as long as we continue to respect and trust each other, mere disagreements can never stand in the way of true brotherhood and friendship. In accordance with custom, the Genie offered to grant him a wish. In the unlikely event that a Masonic Trial becomes necessary, the Junior Warden is responsible for the conduct of same. (NAME) Rob Jones-Cook A proper Which Officers Can Open the Lodge? All regularly constituted lodges throughout the globe. ", NAME = Lawson Purdie | What's New | behavior among Masons. THE LADIES SONG May virtue, modesty, grace and love, endear them to the affections of their husbands. To all ancient "It's not too bad, but he doesn't seem to be very experienced. ", Sent by : assistants in this responsibility. "Are you a Traveling Man?" A man had been convicted of murder and was about to be hanged. E-MAIL = DMcclymont@gautengleg.gov.za, A Mason's wife once asked him why he learned all his workings in the toilet. E-MAIL = sid79@india.com, The Worshipful Master of our Lodge found a bottle with a Genie in it. "Moses?" She turned out to be a scratch golfer but on the Senior Warden's column and Junior Warden's column are down. St.Andrew Lodge St. Eystein A Mason is not necessarily a member of a lodge. free-masons, wherever dispersed. Being a chairitable But on this particular evening, MWB P.C.S. The heart ritual. annual leave. He freaked out, he shined his light around frantically, looking for the source of the voice. To each Sent by : After an hour or so (with the candidate dropping numerous Masonic May Masonry continue to flourish till time shall be no more. May no He looked at the put carefull beauty and CERnEMONY OF CLOSING A Lonee- OF EN- glory of the day, so stands the Junior Warden TERED AprrENsscEs. grandlodge: Grand Lodge of Ontario, Canada. May every Freemasons heart have the freedom of chalk, the fervency of charcoal, the zeal of friendship; but not the hardness of marble, when a distressed brother makes his demand. We bless Thee, God of nature wide, For all Thy goodness lent; And, if it please Thee, Heavenly Guide, May never worse be sent; But whether granted, or denied, No longer questioning anything, the man went into the bathroom. I was stopped outside of Freeport by an officer who was a Brother, and he let me go with a warning. "Well, let's row over to my place, then," she said. May all the . clicks. The jury was mostly Masons, and read his sentence, and asked the fellow if he had anything to say. After dinner speeches are a great time for reminiscing. (GRANDLODGE) AvonGlen #170 G.R.A In the winter they met once a month on the full moon (for the extra light at night since there was no such thing as electrification yet). grandlodge: Grand Lodge of Ireland, The Worshipful Master directed that the Lodge Deacons wear less aftershave in future, as the Candidate who had just been initiated that evening, when asked if he had felt comfortable during the ceremony,replied,"I was a bit worried for the first five or ten minutes, but the woman behind me was very helpful in keeping me from staggering! every brother, and goldfinches to our lodges. Toast to Visitors This gives them experience for the coming year. Thank You She can bear hardships and heavy burdens, but also radiate happiness, love and joy. Philanthropy its foundation; may wisdom erect the pillars, strength support the arch, beauty finish the building, and may charity ever find a habitation there. before the sentence was executed, the hangman asked the man if he had He acts like a Vice-President. prospect of riches never induce a mason to do that which is repugnant to virtue. May we daily increase in good and useful members, and in that generous fund of voluntary charity which excites the admiration of the world, and is always, appropriated to those who are worthy, when in distress. Every year the Grand Lodge . May we never be unmindful of Judass fate. Try him and if you don't like him, feel free to come back." To all ancient Masons, wherever dispersed and oppressed. a report on his progress. Every worthy He always made himself the object of the story MWB P.C.S. in this place be distinguished for love, peace, and harmony. next day off he went to the shop, and the man said "yes i have three", he ", NAME = Felix Gordillo Jr. May the altitude of our virtues, ever be at high twelve. If it wasn't for the Masons I wouldn't be here." her and confirm his story that he had stayed the night at his house because he was Above all else, it is the responsibility of the Junior Warden to maintain the decorum of the Lodge Meeting. Well, Mrs. Tibbets looked up at the perplexed and frustrated man and smiled. and sits - Brother Inner Guard, see who wants admission. There's something I'm sure you really feel like doing right now, something you've been longing for all these months? is the Plumb, which is a stonemason's instrument used for Virginia. There was a time when a lodge had to make use of a banquet room in the local hotel due to their own lodge hall having burned down. Let us toast May secrecy, good fellowship, morality, and an ardent desire to promote the happiness of each other be the polar star of every Mason. "Well", said the Brother, "I can offer you a really experienced dog. this is the butchers liver ,and to this day we havnt seen the sales rep, NAME = W.B. "Sure I have", said the Brother. square, and the tools. The bull refused to cooperate, wandered away and lay down in the hay. bulb, and install it; and. me guilty and said I should be hanged were Masons, so I hate Masons!" lodge: Lodge of Commerce "Go lock the door, pull the drapes.. and sit close as I'll only tell ya on it but once, and never a word again. understand then ? " Nothing?, I repeated. ", Sent by : Has to do with how quickly alcohol is processed by the kidneys C. Both A and B D. So our fellow took the animal. Origin unknown. When an atmosphere of respect and trust is created, and everyone feels engaged in the decision making process, then even strong disagreements cannot destroy harmony. May masonry for ages endure, Through rolling years preserve its prime, And may it ever stand secure, And brave the rude assaults of Time. His writings are well known on the Internet and are humorous, educational, and at times controversial. lodge; - 2 to check the type of lights the Just one day later he returned. ADD your Joke, A mason who had just been installed as Master of his lodge and was duly she would be eternally gratefull. lodges. Of course several sugestions Haven't you got another dog?" E-MAIL = allan.taylor@ukonline.co.uk, One night Rabbie Burns (Scottish Bard) was at a night out when he saw this gorgeous woman. As they walked into the house, she said casually, "It's not much, but I call it home. lodge: Harp and Crown M.L.No.60 In doing of his duty; and right worshipful brothers who have been grand masters. The Angel then noticed something and reached out and touched the womans cheek. Women come in all sizes, in all colours and shapes. much exalted Every lodge is required to have a Worshipful Master, a Senior Warden, a Junior Warden, a Senior Deacon, a Junior Deacon, a Treasurer, and a Secretary. ", Sent by : The man started to berate and criticize the Craft. After a few minutes of rowing, she docked the boat at a small wharf. asked Bill, "Yes" replied Pat. One day, as he was lying on the beach, he spotted movement out of the corner of his eye. 1021 however she pretended to believe him, by asking how the ceremony had gone, and asks one. The Quick Fire is given . Then heres to the Ladies! That brother, who sold dogs, gave him on, called JW. Acceptance Speech Most Worshipful Grand Master Melvin A. Alston Sr.#9 of the . May every !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs"); COLLECTION of MASONIC HUMOR & JOKES Has to do with how quickly alcohol enters the bloodstream B. This one was told by P.C.S., PGM and Past Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Maine. The JD opens the door and see's to his amazement, a brother impecably dressed with an elaborate apron and jewels about his chest. Stood To Order in Lodge right next ", the Brother asked, "I haven't got any dog that is more experienced than this one." lodge: Duke of Richmond Lodge No 3143 than tends to the public good. brother mason the truth so maintain. Our candidate, now feeling brother learn to live within the compass, and watch upon the square. "Worshipful Master, The Grand Architect of the Universe is at the door"!!! All the Jokes are posted by Brethren. grandlodge: india, A candidate was being initiated and when kneeled on his entering the lodge blindfolded after the prayer the wm asked "in all cases of danger and difficulty in whom do you put your trust" he replied before the junior deacon could prompt him "in my wife". Explain how safe working conditions result from a partnership between employer and employees. Following is a list of States in the Netherlands along with their abbreviations. "What kind of people would name a parrot "I can't take any more coconut juice." who have been grand masters. One particularly cold winter's evening, MWB P.C.S. May unity, friendship, and brotherly love, ever distinguish the brethren of the The immortal memory of our late most Worshipful brother, general George Washington, the father of his country, and the friend of man. The chaps in the balloon enquired of him To all those who steer their course by the three great Lights of Masonry. May we correct our own faults, before we publish those of our Brethren. Each woman has a lot to say and everything to give. To HIM who all things understood, Whenever, wherever they roam. free-born sons of the ancient and honourable craft. Finally, as Mrs. Tibbetts was lying on her death bed waiting to take her last breath, WB Jones, then Master of the Lodge, paid her a visit. The bus driver says: That's the ugliest baby that I've ever seen. SEQUENCE OF TOASTS IN The Netherlands (Europe) Where was your spy hole? His mother, sweetheart, wife. after the presenter had exchanged the usual greetings and enquired his name and occupation the brother declared his "chosen specialist subject" to be "the history of Scottish Freemasonry since the foundation of Grand Lodge" " All those masters-in-office have to do is click their fingers and you Finally he Isnt this a more apt understanding of what we, as Masons, mean by Harmony? brother the four comforts of life : love, liberty, health, and contentment. You've been lonely. The following morning the daughter went out to the farmyard where her father was attempting to coax his bull to satisfy the obvious yearnings of a neighbouring farmer's young heifer. May the Proposer: "Sorry I can't - its a secret" Heres health and happiness to all. For whatever reason, this is what William Shakespeare wrote: Petruccio speaks: arrange all meals for the lodge, and, typically, the 2 Stewards act as his policeman who cought me was a Mason, the persecutor was a Mason, the The heart that conceals, and the tongue which never reveals. COMMITTEES knows the true value of his tools. tut!! *The senior and junior Warden they realised that they were well and truly lost. NAME = Siddharth Dhawan And darn it, she was right, but how did she know? ", Have you heard the story about that fellow who wants to go hunting? gardein, from warden to guard dated around the 13th century. masonic toast to the ladies speech. The study of the interplay between speech and pausing for breathing has been a . All free-born After two or three minutes he comes flying out of the door all bloody and clothes ripped. had time to exchange pleasantries and found that he too was a name: Edd Alexander Brother Junior Warden, How do you find the Cannons in the South? The woman we love, and the friend we dare trust. balloon." He looked into his rearview mirror and saw the flashing lights of a state police car. May every George Bellin, 1565 O Thou who kindly dost provide For every creature's want! GRANDLODGE = Hamilton Kilwinning No.7, Scotland Well the Master of Lodge then took his turn. May the conduct of every Mason be such through life, that his Brethren may hear him when be makes his demand, see and recognize him at a distance, and by the strongest ties feel him and know him in the dark. Every morning after a meeting the Master would dread Mrs. Tibbetts' approach because he knew what was coming"Oh, I see you had (the correct number) men at your meeting last night." I was stopped by an officer outside of Waterville who was a Brother and he let me go with a warning. "And it was a pleasure to meet you, MWB P.C.S..", Once again, MWB P.C.S. the First Masonic District under the administrations of P.M.W.G.M.s Howard Acooe, #48 and Rev. After they had exchanged their stories, the woman announced, "I'm going to slip into something more comfortable. Dip your beak (hand outstretched fingers in a beak pointing down), "Don't you know that's impossible? The mason who To all the But Ive never drunk and I never will! Well, let me buy you some cigarettes then! said the Mason. "He's quite good actually, but he's not what I'm looking for. Yet, at the same time, one has to admit that one reaches an impasse here: should Sraffa's declaration of intention be grandlodge: Grand Lodge of Canada in the Province of Ontario. Grace Chorus Solo To all the members of the ancient and honorable craft. But it was easy enough to tell how many of you men were there. He shined his flashlightaround looking for valuables, and when he picked up a VCR to place in his sack, a strange, disembodied voice echoed from the Toast to the candidate order. Leverage your professional network, and get hired. a Mason, as were most of the possee. May every one, who belongs to the fraternity ardently cherish them in his heart, and may they be productive of good fruits in his life and conversation. The Mason shoved her out of his bed saying, "I am a Mason. The hangman put a HOOD over his head, a ROPE around his neck, took him by Lord Peter Wright Lodge No. flourish until nature expire. She then ask the three brothers if any one of them helped her make the put cares be unknown to free-masons. 18 th. I submit that a more accurate characterization of Harmony in the Masonic sense is constructive conflict. for his crime. W:.Richard A. Graeter, PM ", name: jnchowdhary The bird promptly answered, "Probably the same kind of people that would The Ladies! May we be guided to happiness by wisdom, supported in virtuous resolutions by strength and may beauty adorn our beds. "It's not coconut juice," the woman replied. "Indeed I am," was the reply. May we never condemn that in a brother which we would pardon in ourselves. later in the masonic year, on evenings when no special work is schedualed. May every free-mason have health, peace, and plenty. The victim says: "I really can't understand this! Two non Masons were passing a lodge after have quite a few drinks. May the Royal arch cover every honest masons heart, and overshadow all who act up to the true principles of the craft. Come back to the lodge with me and Ill see you get a meal! No, thanks, said the man. Just then the cloud closed the hole and they were alone again. 156 MWB P.C.S. kicks. WM This L odge is open, in the Name of God and holy St. John, forbidding all cursing and swearing, whispering, and all prophane Discourse whatsoever, under no less Penalty than what the Majority shall think proper; not less than One Penny a Time, not more than Six -pence. the put and told her it was uphill and broke to the right. espied a gentleman below walking his dog across a field. The Worshipful Master, not being up to such an arduous journey, opted to wait at the base of the mountain - but not before giving strict instructions to the Senior Warden to carry a long rope in case of emergency, and to observe various landmarks on the way as an aid to navigation. NOTE: The opinions expressed in this essay are my own and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of any Grand Masonic jurisdiction or any other Masonic related body. apron heart and hands. May the tongue of every Freemason be the faithful Interpreter of his heart, so that he may never be under the necessity of abandoning candor or hiding himself behind the mask of dissimulation. What about that blue bird with the red trim feathers and yellow beak?, I asked. Response by a visitor Perhaps to show off, to demonstrate his knowledge of foreign languages, not only English. She already heals herself when she is sick AND can work 18 hour days!, The Angel moved closer and touched the woman, but you have made her so soft, Lord., She is soft, the Lord agreed, but I have also made Her tough. The Senior Warden attends the District Schools of instructions. Drenthe. Call an exterminator. Catholics who won't pee in a mason jar! May the conduct of masons be such as to convince the world they dwell in light. For many Grand jurisdictions, it marks the end of the Masonic Year, and the birth of a new one. J.W. The Mason's social Brotherhood around the festive board. Redfern. it went down well. name a 160lb Rottweiler Jesus. Health, happiness, and unanimity to all the fraternity of free and accepted masons, around the globe. Warden. . "Hmmmmm," said the Genie. a pub one day, and his friend said i know a bloke down the road who sells Worshipful Master and the Senior Warden. Thanks to all of the Brothers for their contributions. It said, See our Masonic Birds. is the one with the masters apron on", "#2000 and he knows all the ritual all free-masons be spent in acts of true piety highly seasoned with tranquility. May every Freemason ever be actuated by its divine precepts. var sc_remove_link=1; May the plumb line and compass, the Years 2008-2009. (GRANDLODGE) Seneca River #160 Grand Lodge of New York Buy a cat. Proposer: "Well they are the people who talk. . society instituted for the promotion of Just as he pulled the stereo out so he could disconnect the wires, clear as a bell he heard, Translated it means, Peace, Love and Harmony.. You know we like to see you "This woman is amazing," he mused. Happy to Meet Again, courtesy of W:.Marty Brokman, PM A Blue Lodge is a lodge of Freemasons that confers the first three ceremonial degrees: 1 Entered Apprentice. There is this lodge located in the backwoods of a small southern town where the bretheren are faithful masons but lack knowledge of receiving brothers from other jurisdictions. Of course not! they require, and if they desire, A speedy return to their home. (GRANDLODGE) Lodge Harold Herman Unity, NSW Australia Now MWB P.C.S. ", The exit for Bangor was now only a couple of miles away. It is his to Sure enough at the next meeting he was questioned . (same as first verse), I need urgently to be in contact with RW. The Junior Warden should arrange with the Temple Board to obtain keys to the facilities. She stared into his eyes. He found this cavern contained a great many skeletons. We wish it could last for hours or excess. I could start reeling off his curriculum to show how worthy and honorable a Mason and a person he is. Well, after a brief exchange, MWB P.C.S. the first question was, in what year was the Grand Lodge of Scotland founded? Native Language Name. exclaimed the Genie. Wait until tomorrow to finish., No, the Lord protested, I am so close to finishing this creation that is so close to my own heart. ancient craft. wives do ask, and he told her that it had been an excellent Lodge meeting and that 65 Thank you brothers for the tools and mental stimulation to assist in my duty to toast the ladies. Then to our final Toast tonight, our glasses freely drain. wife., You should know that Im the Grand Boy! Golden eggs to mouse poison. Did you use my idea of a cat? She is happy when hearing of a birth or a marriage. ", Sent by : The full names or abbreviations included below are accepted. the vine. The next day in the post she received 64 letters. You thought of everything; woman is truly amazing, yes, truly amazing.. ", name: Allan Barr P.M. the Worshipful Master hole she drove the green in two and was about to put for eagle. air balloon when suddenly a thick cloud formed between them Please rise and join me in a toast to the Ladies.. Toast to the Ladies I did it as a poem with all the men reciting the chorus Here's all * The Visitors "Yes" came his reply, "I hate Masons!"