The best thing I can tell you, is to remember what was told you when you knocked upon the door for each Degree
I have been excited about Masonry, probably more than many. I was all set to do what I was asked or needed to do in our Lodge. My 1st year, I was S.D. Was not yet sure of what all went on, or what I was to do, but I had Brothers in my Lodge, and another in the area who helped me learn a lot about the "business" part. My 2nd year. I was J.W. Before I got there, I started to learn the work of the J.W., and was watching and learning the S.W.'s work. I was all prepared to be S.W., and then start learning all I needed to know to be the W.M. Well, it didn't happen, I was not sent to the West...... The S.W. who was to go to the East is a P.M. of our Lodge, and has had a lot of health issues. He stepped out of the way, and my 3rd year, I AM the W.M..... I've had a tough time. We have E.A.'s who show up some times, other times it's M.M.'s only. I am constantly jumping back and forth between openings, and still trying to learn other things. Not only am I learning the things IN office, I should have had a year to do, I am doing my best to lead this fine Group of Men. They tell me I'm doing good. I feel like I am short changing them. My best advice, is to take your time, learn as much as you can while you're moving up, and come here, and ask questions. I've said it many times, and I'm telling you, this is much like a Virtual Lodge. Blake did a really food thing by getting this forum up and running, and the Brethren have done a great job of assisting him. There are many here who will be more than happy to help you learn, or answer your questions. I've used those services, and I'm not quite half way done. I am told, I may have a 2nd year as W.M. I'm not sure I really want it, but I will take it if the Brothers want me. Main thing, do what you are asked, don't over do anything, and help anyone you can. My S.W. is almost my shadow. I want him with me as much as possible. I want to leave him a good Lodge to take over if that is the decision this next year. I want him to know how to do things, as I was not given any of this. I am probably gonna play hookie, and have him open a Lodge or two before long, just so he can get it under his belt. Have fu8n with this as much as you can, I am