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Re:The Articles of Association

Feb 16, 1998 04:48 PM
by Bhive888 (Bruce)


It is necessary for men to be able to be comfortable in almost any attire
and greet others in like manner. There are stories which tell of this:
stories of beggar-like men, or old wise women; who, at the roadside are met
by an unsuspecting soldier. Stories of the 'Frog Prince', and also
'Cinderella' - all which speak to us of first impressions and soul
impressions, pertaining to judgments which are more relevant.

Costumes are insidious - they represent very little indeed. It is
understandable, commendable for that matter, that one should assume a neat
and tidy appearance, or even embellish one's self with a flair of
individuality. To wish to appear to 'look good' is either one step towards
self-betterment, or two steps towards the deceit of conceit. However, that
which is worn not for the sake of the individual and their harmony, but
rather as a statement of pomposity and stature, is, at best, silly.

Replication within a group, is viewed as respect to that group; and symbolic
of the tenuous fibres which cross-link each member throughout. Followed by
certain customs ordained, and patterns of behaviour acceptable to the
leader, and the people in the group. And to any outsider who may happen upon
such a group (be it Bowling Club or Masonic Lodge) one immediately finds
uncomfortable the social statutes that pertain to participation. And it is
not the theme, or the spirit of the group which is so off-putting, but
rather all the accessories that accompany the purpose. If one views any club
or group of people, who have gathered with mutual interest in a particular
domain, one will find that usually the organisational demand and the
periphery conduct, has consumed most of the time given to that group - with
uneven proportions.

For example: The Bowling Club -
Many folk gather (or so they say) for the love of the game, in this
instance, bowling. And they love also the uniforms, the badges, and the
trophies, and the speeches and the afternoon tea, along with the afternoon
gossip. And then there are meetings of designating positions; for there are
those required to organise, and those who must organise the organisers. And
secretaries to the organisers of the organisers, and badges to be bought by
someone for the echelon, arguments as to presidencies, Christmas parties,
and tournaments. None of which relate to the actual playing of the game; and
in reality, the participants of which, have a great interest in social
politics with a little bowling recreation on the side. And so most suitably,
one could call the group (of a particular suburb or town), 'The White
Faction of Social Discourse and Discovery' or perhaps, 'The Lonely Hearts
Club'.

When viewing a club, one may call a spade a spade. Look to the heart of the
club, and find the diamond within. And then decide.

-B.Hive



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