As a member of good standing for several years,I recently went through some difficult times & was not able to keep my dues up to date. My question is, what do I need to do to get my book back and current? The last time my dues were up to date was April of 2000. Thank you & happy holidays.

-- jim (sixpack3572@yahoo.com), December 22, 2000

Answers

Your best bet is to call our office to get an exact amount. A general rule of thumb applies if you have been out for more than eighteen months... you're financially ahead to simply rejoin and reinstate. Less than that you're better off to simply pay your back dues. This can vary in various District Councils, so, if you're not a member of ours (or even if you are) call the affected office for this info. - Seasons Greetings to you and yours, I truly hope you are on the road to a better life.

-- John Rockefeller (oragent@CarpenterCraft.com), December 26, 2000.