Well, LDH itself is an internationally recognized grand lodge. And I could conceivably join the Grand Orient.

And I think it's important to point out that "regularity" is a subjective judgment. What's regular to one GL may or may not be regular to another. UGLE derived lodges generally won't recognize me as regular, but then, my lodge won't generally recognize their members as regular either.

In the US, UGLE derived lodges almost certainly claim a vast majority. But they don't in all places, (notably France).

Oh, and I'm not offended by the question. I understand both the basis behind the regularity concerns and also why they exist but that doesn't make me any happier with the current state of masonic affairs as regards them.

I've purchased a book on the open market that claims to be a listing of LDH rituals. However, I haven't read it, partly because I haven't been through all of the rituals yet. Ask me again in a couple years. :). But the book does exist. I'd have to look up the title but I think I got mine from Amazon.

I do know that there is an LDH lodge in LA which practices a rather different set of rituals than most LDH lodges. They were chartered specifically to experiment with a fresh translation of the rituals and I hear they are significantly different. (I haven't made it to any of their events yet). So within the LDH, the rituals vary. My lodge wears all white, for instance, although I understand many other lodges wear all black and white.

The world has a double, friend. Why should Masonic acceptance be any different?

There is only one Grand Lodge. Other Grand Lodges are profane. There are houses within Masonry: York Rite, Scottish Rite, and so on. They may have their own Grand Lodges, but, they are not THE Grand Lodge. Maybe we are having some miscommunication on this point?

My Grandfather was a Past Master. I'm sure you are familiar with the position and degree, he ascended to higher degrees--not within the houses. I read his books, and my fathers--he only had the blue book. I realize they are in code, but they are not that difficult to figure out. I know the lessons get very deep, and it takes a lot of study to properly articulate the information. I do not deny that if you were to perform an analysis of my knowledge of the craft you would discover me as an outsider.

I am aware of the dues card, I've seen many of those. I know many Masons, I have many Masons in my family. Members of my family are also involved in other "societies of secrets". I would NEVER attempt to enter a lodge misrepresenting myself as a Freemason. I would, however, approach the lodge and state my credentials and request acceptance. I would never approach a Mason, a Masonic Lodge, or Masonic function with anything less than respect. My family has a long tradition of participation in Masonry that may or may not continue through me. I am waiting for the right Lodge and the right mentor to help me with my lessons. I have had several offers over the years, most of them came when I was in the Army.

Also by "admitted to the lodge" I assume you mean in the sense of the congregation of the Right and Honorable Gentlemen of the Lodge. I have walked into Masonic Lodges and entered the Temple of Solomon. I have sat on various thrones in various temples as well. There were no meetings occurring at the time, so I suppose it was not a temple at the time. I realize what is protected and what is not protected, and I would never violate craft secrets.

The Freemasons were founded as a good group of good men, and they have done good works throughout history. There are perversions of Masonry, and we need not speak of them. One day, when I am in the position to receive him, a mentor from my good lodge will appear.