OUR THEME TONIGHT WAS “SCENES FROM MOVIES” – which
probably contributed to some of the highlight comments: “A great
sense of humour and fun through the meeting, including Diane’s
educational session.” – “Loved the way Pierre acts out his
presentations!” – “This was my first meeting for 2009 and I was
really, really impressed with all of the speakers. Our new
members really performed well.” – “Azeem – refreshingly
different Table Topics evaluations – thanks!”
First-time Chairman was Barbara M. who ran a smooth meeting and
had good bridging in between speakers – Well Done!
Kudos to Alan B. -- his first-time as Wizard of Ahs -- keeping
us on our toes.
Our Jokemaster Pierre G. had a great joke and his delivery of
the punch line was totally unexpected!
Jan F. always inspires us and explained how the disputes in the
Middle East are influenced by the Koran.
Our meeting’s schedule was kept on-time with the assistance of
our Timer, Alicia G.
The word-of-the-day “Spectacular” from our Wordsmith, Carla W.,
was used frequently. Carla highlighted some wonderful phrases
used by speakers – not forgetting the few grammatical errors
that slipped out too!
Table Topics Master, Jane A., used tough questions that were
excellent for speakers to answer.
Robert G. who considered himself "dead" did an awesome job when
responding to his Table Topic question by following a theme
which had a good ending!
Azeem, as first-time Table Topics Evaluator, did an excellent
job and explained his role nicely. Azeem, I loved your wonderful
description of the anxiety one can feel before a TT session as
“butterflies to find formation.”
Toastmaster, Karen A’s toast to “The World of Imagination” aptly
tied-in to our theme.
Diane C. gave an excellent education session by providing some
very useful points on how to evaluate a speech.
CONGRATULATIONS, Christina R., for completing her tenth and
final speech out of the Competent Communicator Manual. Your
speech was inspirational and you looked so confident and your
delivery was BANG ON!
Delene B. evaluated Christina’s speech by highlighting what
Christina’s objectives were and how she fulfilled them.
On a sad note, Delene B. who normally introduces guests at our
meetings, will not be coming as often to Toastmasters – Delene
your warmth and particular charm will be sorely missed.
Our General Evaluator, Jim S., always praises a job well done
and makes suggestions on how we could improve whether it be in
our delivery, body stance or some other minor adjustment.
Thanks to Jane A. for the post xmas treats that adorned our
refreshment table.
Our next Toastmasters meeting will be on January 19th, at 7:15pm
in our regular location. Come join us in "Learning Through Fun
and Friendship".
Club 1085
