Lately I have been immersing myself in books about Masonry.  The history and foundations upon which this fraternal organization is built upon are absolutely amazing;  It never ceases to amaze me that I will be going through a remarkably similar degree process as George Washington and Benjamin Franklin.

Seeing as we're approaching our country's birthday, I think it is only appropriate to honor these great men who, having been shaped by Masonry, shaped our Nation in turn.  May we never forget that, sometimes, ideas take on more importance than self preservation.  May we always remember that revolutions aren't always as evil as they are made out to be by the establishment.  May we never forget that we, as Americans, have the ability to stand up for our freedoms because - afterall - it's in our blood.

We all owe a debt of gratitude to the men who fought for our independence.  Let us honor them by promoting the ideals for which they sacraficed so much.