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<DIV><FONT color=#010101>I am happy to inform you that plans are now finalized for the visit of The Lord Lyon, King of Arms, Mr. Robin Blair. </FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT color=#010101>Arrives in the Twin Cities on Saturday evening, February 21, lodging at the St. Paul Hotel.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT color=#010101>Sunday morning: Mr. Blair has agreed to participate in the Kirkin' o' the Tartans presented by St. Andrew's Society of Minnesota during two services, 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. at House of Hope Presbyterian Church, </FONT><FONT color=#000000>797 Summit Avenue in St. Paul. This is a very rare opportunity for all of us. Mr. Blair has witnessed a Kirkin' on one other occasion but has never taken part in this service before. He will be the third speaker and will call the loyal clans of Scotland to bring their tartans forward to be blessed. YOU WILL WANT TO BE PRESENT FOR THAT. (In addition to your piece of tartan that you may want to place on the tray, bring your tartan banner flags if you have them for the procession and recession and assemble at the rear of the church in the entryway. Scottish attire? By all means! WOW! What a sight for Mr. Blair to take back with him to Scotland!)</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT color=#010101>House of Hope will hold a reception between services and we suggest that if you were planning to attend the 11:00 a.m. service you arrive about 10:00 a.m. as Mr. Blair will be departing immediately following the Kirkin' for the noon brunch at Rush Creek and not staying for the reception following the 11:00 a.m. service. As an extra added attraction, it happens to be Macalester College Sunday at House of Hope.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT color=#010101>The brunch at Rush Creek Golf Course will begin (for our group) in the pub at noon. Brunch prices $18.95 for adults, $14.95 for seniors, $9.95 for children ages 6 - 12 and children 5 and under are free. In addition, St. Andrew's Society is asking for a $5 donation from each guest to help defray the costs of the Lord Lyon's visit.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT color=#010101>Then on Monday evening, back at House of Hope Presbyterian Church, 797 Summit Avenue in St. Paul in the parlor, a gathering will be held for the Lord Lyon during which time he will give a talk on Heraldry & the Scottish Clans in Modern Times. Savories, sweets, and tea will be served. PLEASE for this event, we need an idea of how many may attend, so chairs and cups can be put out or the event moved to the undercroft, a larger space. Call Mary McShannock and let her know if you plan to attend - 651-778-0427. Again, a $5 donation is being asked to help cover costs.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT color=#010101>A review of protocol:</FONT></DIV>
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<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1.25in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.25in"><FONT color=#000000><FONT face=Arial size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">1.<FONT face="Times New Roman" size=1><SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></FONT></SPAN></SPAN></FONT><FONT face=Arial size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">When introducing Mr. Blair, he should be referred to as “His Honour, Mr. Robin Blair, <SPAN class=GramE>Lord</SPAN> Lyon - King of Arms” as he is a judge of a High Court. <o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1.25in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.25in"><FONT color=#000000><FONT face=Arial size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">2.<FONT face="Times New Roman" size=1><SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></FONT></SPAN></SPAN></FONT><FONT face=Arial size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">When speaking to him one should address him as “Your Honour” initially and afterwards as “Mr. Blair”. <o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></FONT></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1.25in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 1.25in"><FONT color=#000000><FONT face=Arial size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial"><SPAN style="mso-list: Ignore">3.<FONT face="Times New Roman" size=1><SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></FONT></SPAN></SPAN></FONT><FONT face=Arial size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">As the Lord Lyon embodies the presence of the Queen in his official capacity, one should not reach out to shake hands with him but rather wait for him to initiate such familiarity. This would be the custom in Britain among those “in the know” but, as he is visiting the “colonies”, a breach of this etiquette would likely not be considered an attack on the Queen.</SPAN></FONT></FONT></P>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial color=#000000 size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Also, please -- the Rampant Lion flag is the Monarch's Standard and is not appropriate to fly without permission and unless the Monarch is present. (She can't come.) Do not embarrass yourself or our community by bringing or displaying the Rampant Lion Flag at these events with the Lord Lyon. He is the representative of the Monarch. </SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial color=#000000 size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">A final comment: If you have had more than 50 birthdays there is a pretty good chance that you will not have another opportunity to visit with the Lord Lyon in Minnesota. If you have had fewer than 50 birthdays, well, there is always a chance he will come again, but don't count on it -- look how long we waited this time. What I am saying is this: do not miss this rare occasion to visit with and see the Lord Lyon up close and personal. </SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial color=#000000 size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">We have one of the most dynamic, supportive, exciting, and connected Scottish communities anywhere in the United States. Let us show this important visitor how committed Minnesotans of Scottish descent are to their heritage. Lets turn out the clans folks by the numbers.</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial color=#000000 size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Please feel free to forward this message to whomever you think would be interested in these events.</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial color=#000000 size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">We have a very exciting weekend to look forward to. I sincerely hope you will join us at one or all of these events.</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial color=#000000 size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">All the Best</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial color=#000000 size=2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: navy; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Barbara Humphrey</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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