Getting Nominated at Laurel Highlands Toastmasters!

This week, I found another gym to exercise at. It’s still a Planet Fitness but it was in North Huntingdon. I have a black card so I’m able to work out at other locations in the chain. 2026 has been my year so far as I’ve made more of an effort than I ever haveContinue reading “Getting Nominated at Laurel Highlands Toastmasters!”

What Are Your 15 Minutes at Greensburg Toastmasters?

It felt great to be back at Greensburg Toastmasters on Wednesday night. The last two meetings I had missed. The first time was because I wanted to visit the Beaver Area club which meets on the same night as Greensburg. I had a great time there. The last meeting I missed was due to anContinue reading “What Are Your 15 Minutes at Greensburg Toastmasters?”

Cutie’s Bible Study on Love

The weather was summer like on Monday night for Bible Study at Cutie’s. With it being warm and humid, it almost felt like we were having Bible Study on the beach. Picture it: all the folding chairs and towels in the sand, a nice sea breeze, and the waves. Plus some talented guitar players singingContinue reading “Cutie’s Bible Study on Love”

Feeling an Ocean Breeze at Caleese Coffee!

The conference wrapped up Sunday morning, but not without a little networking and breakfast. We shared of our best takeaways at the Dubois/State College table. Wanting to follow my own lead and set my own agenda, I left a little bit before 10am. Unlike Friday afternoon, there was no traffic on the parkway for meContinue reading “Feeling an Ocean Breeze at Caleese Coffee!”

2026 District 13 Spring Conference Day 2!

Here’s my recap of the second day of the final District 13 Spring Conference. We will merge with District 10 to form the new District 219 on July 1, 2026. First, the food. The Airport Marriott’s culinary team really came up clutch with the breakfast and lunch buffets. The dinner at the gala was alsoContinue reading “2026 District 13 Spring Conference Day 2!”

2026 District 13 Spring Conference Day 1!

The day has finally come. I woke up around 2pm and got the car packed. Soon, I would embark on my Spring Conference adventure. The event this weekend is being held at the Airport Marriott. It’s not my first time here as I attended a conference in the Spring of 2019. The last normal yearContinue reading “2026 District 13 Spring Conference Day 1!”

Bloom where You’re Planted at Laurel Highlands Toastmasters!

Tuesday brought nice weather and our Laurel Highlands Toastmasters. The theme was “Bloom Where You’re Planted. We had three speakers (Nick pinch hit and put together a quick speech to present as he replaced Ryan). I’m in the final level of Presentation Mastery and I did the Professional Speaking project. I talked about my healthContinue reading “Bloom where You’re Planted at Laurel Highlands Toastmasters!”

Cutie’s and Church!

Bible Study at Cutie’s is back, and this time it may be complemented by a return to regular church attendance. I may even consider returning to my previous church.  Victoria led the study and did a bang-up job as always, as we started with a song before she began by reading from Ephesians.  I broughtContinue reading “Cutie’s and Church!”

Going Back to Church in May!

April has come and gone and we are about to turn the calendar to May. Just like the past month has been active, so will the present month. The weather is trending cooler than average, at least through Mother’s Day. But May will not be at a loss for things to do, despite the unrelentingContinue reading “Going Back to Church in May!”