Who would have thought that a trip to Virginia Beach with my parents would end up with a Rainbow ending? The day before we were to leave a Rescue Conference I attended with my parents in Virginia Beach, my Dad saw on the Rainbow website there’s a billboard about Rainbow Girls, Job’s Daughters, and DeMolay sponsored by the Masonic Organizations we represent. There are four billboards for the youth organizations in the Norfolk area that were paid for by a Mason. They invited all of us in the area to stop by at noon on September 29th, and get a picture all together under one of the signs.

Although we were early, it was fun to wait and watch Phantom of the Opera on our laptop. All of a sudden lots of cars, trucks and vans showed up. They were full of Job’s Daughters from Bethel 42 and two DeMolay. We all had fun greeting each other and I gave them my card because I was the only Rainbow Girl that was able to come. I really wanted to climb up and sit on the platform in front of the sign, but mom said no. One of the girls had actually come to the MCHQWA Ball September 21, at Kena in Fairfax. My Dad recognized her and she was happy he remembered her. It was fun to see more of our Masonic Family around our State.

In Rainbow Love and Spirit,
Samantha, Sister of Faith
Ashburn Assembly No. 11

We headed out about 10:30 for Richmond all eight of us in Mom Erin’s car. We got there just in time to get seated. It was different to see the Worthy Advisors, Kathy and Ilana switch off, but it was the first time I have been to a Grand Visitation. They both did a great job and so did the other Sisters.

The Lodge was very pretty and seemed larger than most to me. There were lots of places to sit. Which was a good thing because there were lots of people. It was also Darby’s colors she chose as Worthy Advisor. It was fun to see all of our friends again and be able to celebrate with an Initiation of new Girls, as well as the first skit I have ever seen done by Rainbow Girls. It was pretty neat. I am sure the ones turning the lights on and off got a finger work out.

The food was wonderful also. The cake was awesome! It had candy inside of it! I am not sure how someone did that, but I think all of us were happy to find the surprise.

In Rainbow Love and Service,
Samantha, Sister of Faith
Ashburn Assembly No. 11

Where to start, I had so much fun. I was able to share with my new Sister, Kylie, and my sister from Manassas, Alexis, so much fun dancing. It was the first time that Kylie came to a Ball because she is new to Rainbow, but I know it will not be her last. The music and food were excellent as always and so many Sisters and Brothers were able to come.

I actually had the honor of getting to escort the Virginia State Grand Worthy Advisor, Katie Whidden, to be introduced. I got to hold the Red Panda in one arm and escort her with the other. It was so much fun. Also my Worthy Advisor of Ashburn Assembly, Darby, was escorted by her Dad. It was the first time for her to be presented as our Worthy Advisor.

Even though it had been a long day it was a wonderful one.

In Rainbow Love and Service,
Samantha, Sister of Faith
Ashburn Assembly No. 11

                       You’re Invited!

Who: Grand Officers, Grand Representatives and Adults

What: Our annual GO/GR trip

Where: Massanutten Water Park 1822 Resort Dr. McGaheysville, VA 22840

When: November 2^nd 2013

Cost: $25

Head Count by Oct 15. We hope to see you there!