OUR THEME TONIGHT “GREAT ONE-DAY TRIPS” – was a good
theme and was one which speakers could easily respond to. There
were five new guests which was great to see, with one of them
even winning the award for Best Table Topics Speaker too!
Christina R. our Chairman tonight did a great job -- very well
prepared – super description of her day trip (I wanted to be
there) -- Christina warmly welcomed our numerous guests as well.
Jane A., as Wordsmith, selected an appropriate word-of-the-day
“getaway” – she also had excellent listening skills by catching
some interesting phrases.
First-time Wizardress of Ahs, Alicia G, did an admirable job
listening for those “ums” and “ahs”.
Jokemaster, Jan F., always manages to tell great jokes – you
said it was an old joke Jan, but I hadn’t heard it before.
Pierre G., as Inspirator, asked us to compare the two types of
“trips” we take and how they criss-cross into each other.
Our Timer, Azeem A., was punctual with his time-keeping allowing
the meeting to run on schedule.
Table Topics Master, Robert G, provided some fun, creative, and
original topics for tonight, which made for a great table topics
session!
Toastmaster, Barbara M., toasted to “The Adventure of One Day
Travels” -- and gave an informative introduction to the
forthcoming speakers.
Bahman S. gave his Icebreaker Speech – AND WOW NO NOTES!! Bahman
was calm and confident up at the lectern. He gave us a glimpse
into the difficulties he faced for over 8 years while trying to
immigrate to Canada.
Carla W. gave a speech on the importance of doing one’s research
before tackling any home renovations. Sounded like she was the
voice of experience.
Karen A. evaluated Bahman’s speech and thanked him for sharing
his eight year ordeal with immigration.
Diane C. evaluated Carla’s speech and made us aware that her
evaluation was based on the objectives of the speech -- that
being the organization.
General Evaluator, Dave A., always gives a thorough evaluation
on our roles – and with minor changes how improvement could be
made – valuable for all concerned – including the use of notes.
Our next Toastmasters meeting will be on January 26th, at 7:15pm
in our regular location. Come join us in "Learning Through Fun
and Friendship".
Club 1085
