Hi,

I've noticed quite a few mentions of 'masonic' this or 'freemason' that on this forum. Would I be right in saying there are a few freemasons here?

I know next to nothing about the freemasons, but am quite intrigued. I started doing a little research on the internet the other day, but the information I found was a little vague. I had a distant relative who was a freemason but he never mentioned anything about it, my dad told me this guy was a freemason once but that was about it.

From what I read on Wiki and other sites, it seems like quite a nice organisation to be involved with - concerned with such things as upholding moral standards in society etc. Is that what it's about or is there much more?

Also what are the typical costs of being a member, both financial and in terms of time spent going to lodge meetings?

I'm quite interested in finding out more, so if anyone has any tips/advice please let me know - by PM if you'd prefer.

Thanks.