Earlier this week, my cousin complimented me for the work that I put into my blog. She said she gets a lot out of my content and appreciates my take on life. I feel the pressure to be like these Instagram influencers and content creators who run around Pittsburgh and wish I could be likeContinue reading “My First Western Maryland Toastmasters Visit!”
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Benny’s Graduation Party!
Yesterday was Benny’s graduation party which my aunt held at her church. In attendance was a nice mix of family, friends, and teachers. The event was catered and the spread was exceptional. Lots of food and we wondered what would become of the leftovers. Just like lunch on Saturday at TLI, it was picnic food.Continue reading “Benny’s Graduation Party!”
2024 Summer TLI!
Summer TLI (which is also known as Club Officer Training) was held yesterday at Westmoreland County Community College. Just as it has been since 2022, the event was hybrid (meaning that it was held online and in-person). The day began at 8am with continental breakfast. I arrived a little after 7:30am and helped with puttingContinue reading “2024 Summer TLI!”
Taking On Some Big Roles in 2024
The year like no other that is 2024 continues to work its magic. During the last few months of the Toastmasters year, we hold our officer elections for those interested in serving a role in our club next year. We took care of business in Greensburg at the beginning of May and just finalized ourContinue reading “Taking On Some Big Roles in 2024”
Lots to Look Ahead to in May
Last week I did my monthly look ahead to May. While it mostly remained incomplete, only getting up to around Mother’s Day, that means I wasn’t sure what the rest of this month would entail yet. A week into May, and I have a better outlook for this month. Looking back to last week’s meeting,Continue reading “Lots to Look Ahead to in May”
Toasting With Style—Breakfast
On Sunday morning, we had breakfast which was included with registration. Our keynote speaker joined us and talked about how we can get more members into Toastmasters. Those in attendance at the breakfast added their input. We got great feedback from our most seasoned members. Also talked about at the breakfast was the dues increase.Continue reading “Toasting With Style—Breakfast”
Toasting With Style: A Full Day
Day two of the 2024 District 13 Spring Conference took place today. We had breakfast in the junior ballroom and listened to an excellent keynote speech from our presenter for the week, Distinguished Toastmaster and International Director Dawn Frail. She was a district director for District 60 in Toronto. She splits her time been OntarioContinue reading “Toasting With Style: A Full Day”
Toasting With Style: Friday Fun Night
The first night of my first conference in person since 2019 is in the books. I arrived at my hotel just after 5 and took some time to relax after getting checked in. The night began with our business meeting where we elected new officers at the District and Division levels. Afterwards, the Friday FunContinue reading “Toasting With Style: Friday Fun Night”
Conference Week Is Here!
Clothes? Check. Laptop? Check. Toiletries? Check. Friday marks the return of an annual event that I haven’t been to since before the pandemic hit. I’m talking about the annual District 13 Spring Conference. I’ve missed tradition three out of the last four years due to work and COVID. I attended in 2021 but it wasContinue reading “Conference Week Is Here!”
Toasting With Style: Indiana and Johnstown Toastmasters
A few weeks ago at the Division C International and Humorous Speech Contest, I made plans to visit a few clubs in April. I spoke to a few of the officers and got their contact information. Last week, I visited Indiana and last night was my Johnstown visit. Both visits were online through Zoom. IndianaContinue reading “Toasting With Style: Indiana and Johnstown Toastmasters”
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