“Where I've Been and Where I'd Like To Be” Tom Jackson, a well known Masonic leader and lecturer, gave a talk entitled, “Where we Were, Where we Are and Where we want to Go”. This topic is a fitting for Freemasonry or any organization seeking to improve itself. It is also fitting that we reflect upon a similar theme and ask ourselves, ‘Where I've Been, Where I am At, and Where I'd Like to Be’. Free-masonry is my way of life. There are many roads upon which I feel comfortable traveling. My journey has led me to the front porch of the General Grand Chapter. It is here I want to be as a candidate and to serve you as General Grand Scribe. I firmly believe I can make a positive difference. In my communication with the General Grand Officers I know they are trying their best to move Royal Arch further into the 21st century. I am pleased with their efforts. I also know there is a tremendous amount of work yet to be done. Through careful study I know where assistance is needed. I am excited to become part of the solution and work with a motivated and forward thinking team of General Grand officers. My leadership and administrative skills have been tested and proven successful, my interest in Masonic education of all kinds has been my focus for many years, and my concern for improving Masonic communication is evident in my Masonic websites. In my profession I always seek to make things better and embrace technology. As an individual I have been called a progressive thinker and proactive leader. Your support is necessary for me to become part of the solution and work with the General Grand Officers toward improving our General Grand Chapter and Royal Arch Masonry in General. There is much we can learn together. Please contact me to discuss concerns and possible solutions. email: bwine@rcn.com Continuing conversations can be posted in the Forums area of the York Rite of California website. Page updated/reviewed: July 14, 2007