“Toastmasters
grow in self-esteem and build their clubs into strong teams.” - JT
Announcements: Our District 2 and Toastmasters International have
started an alliance with some Rotary Clubs. This could mean more membership and
collaboration for both organizations. More to come…
Our President: Barb Katz
Today’s
Toastmaster: Barb Katz – Theme: “Zoom
Celebrations”
Our Gate Team:
Grammarian and Word of
the Day – Lisa, our
guest, chose “Propose”
Ah Counter – Lisa listened well and told us who used
‘propose’ and who used ‘ahs, ums, and filler words. Members did well in using
‘propose’ and overcoming the use of filler words.
Timer – Kate found that most of us kept
within our time limits.
General Evaluator
– Jean complimented the
team from beginning to end.
Our 1st
Speaker – Giri gave an
inspirational speech, ‘The Diamond Principle.’ He structured his talk using 4
C’s – Commitment, Conviction, Curiosity, and Compassion. Besides the 4C
acronym, his Giri spiced his talk with short stories, facts, and positive
advice.
Our 2nd Speaker
– Lucelly spoke about
‘The Problem with Mindfulness.” She told us 47% of people think about what
isn’t going on. Our wandering minds is the culprit. We need to stay in the
moment more often. If we practice staying in the moment, it will grow stronger
and we will be happier.
Our 1st Evaluator – Robert felt it was a privilege to
evaluate Giri’s talk because Giri is so accomplished as a speaker. He noted
Giri’s expressive face and gestures. Robert also gave Giri some suggestions to
make his talk even better.
Our 2nd
Evaluator – Nancy praised Lucelly
for her interesting facts and great graphics. Nancy noted Lucelly’s joyful
heart flowing throughout her speech. Nancy added a few suggestions. Lucelly’s
window blinds were open letting too much light through. She suggested closing
them since we are on zoom and turning on a light instead.
Our Table Topics Master – Lynn, as Table Topics Master, asked
Craig, our guest, who he’d like to take on vacation. Because his companion had
to be a famous person, he chose Michelle Obama. She also asked Spenser, another
guest, where he’d like to go on vacation. Spenser chose a waterfall in Northern
California since it is spectacularly beautiful. They succeeded speaking at
least 2 minutes.
Our Members in
Attendance – Lucelly, Nancy, Barb,
Kate, Lynn, Giri, Robert, Mara, Warren, Jinxin, Jean
Our Guests in Attendance
– Lisa, Craig, Spenser
Motion to Adjourn - Nancy Second
- Kate
Your Secretary,
Jean Tracy, DTM
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