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Courage

“Courage!” he said, and pointed toward the land… (Tennyson)

Breslau

Courage is a necessary component in the new endeavor I undertake in my Toastmasters career. I have just been officially assigned to be the Club Coach for Blountly Canadian. Can take this small group to the status of Dignified Club? My work is cut out for me, but I am up for the challenge. I approach with open mind and open heart, prepared to put in whatever effort is necessary to make improvements and increase the Toastmasters experience for all of the members!

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The most cherished Christmas decoration from my childhood. Beaten, ratty, and his beard is a dirty ash grey. The song he plays when I pull on his string still brings a warmth to my heart and brings to mind holidays of long past.

Grammarian_11_22_2010

Table Topics

In preparation for a week of Table Topics – taking the role Monday evening, teaching the topic at my YLP on Tuesday afternoon, and likely participating at Blountly Canadian on Wednesday, I watched a number of videos and found a particularly excellent one:

Real Life

It has been said that the best topics for speeches come from events derived from one’s real life and experiences. I find that my physical challenges are adding a certain slant to my speaking topics, and (as every cloud has a silver lining), actually providing me with fresh inspiration. “You Can if You Think You Can” is the subject of my table topics session today.

Theme: Glib; Role: Grammarian

Grammarian_05_10_2010

Today I learned just how much of a picky listener I can be!

Theme: Mandate; Role: Grammarian

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