Hello Fellow Speakers,

We had a full evening of delightful speeches tonight, with 10 members and 2 guests. We used the room adjoining the parlor, and decided that we preferred it. We are paying for the use of either or both rooms. We decided to try this one out for awhile and move back, if we so chose.

Our SAA Keith Schroder welcomed us and helped us pledge our allegiance to the flag. He also informed us that we can read about him on page 71 of the March Cosmopolitan magazine (a star!). He disclaims all allegations, but thought we’d have fun with it.
Our president Pat Schmalzried welcomed our Area Governor, Stacey Woods and our other guest, then introduced Kelly Vandever, our Toastmaster.
GE: Deborah Hill
GR: Mike Himelstein
Timer: Claudia Brogan
Camera Person: Keith Schroder

Our speakers:
Paul Johnson enlightened us with enlightening information on speech introductions. He took the Better Speakers Manual speech several levels up with excellent tips and truths about introductions and biographies.

Rui Li had us laughing with delight. We heard the story of Debbie and Jack as it would be told at an after wedding dinner party. We also learned about the Chinese custom of burying wine for a newborn baby girl’s wedding.

Vicki Willard did an exciting job of showing us how the media can mess with our heads. She used an example of a newspaper article to exemplify how we are swayed by the media. We are now well informed and ready for the upcoming media deluge.

Yummy food was present during our 8 minute break.

Dues are still due for some of you. Please give $51 checks to Deborah Hill. Make checks out to “Speakers Roundtable.” BTW, it is our policy that you can become an inactive member if you need to take a break. However, Toastmasters International requires that you continue to pay dues to maintain your Toastmasters membership.

We started on time and ended a few minutes late. Three of our officers were trained by our Area Governor (so we’re still in the running for a distinguished club).

See you in two weeks. Vicki Willard will be taking minutes next week.

My Best,
Deborah Hill
Secretary