April Fools Day but no fools at Galway Toastmasters as
we enjoyed a very full, fun and educational evening.
Our President Warren introduced the evening and then
handed over to Toastmaster Paul who introduced the role holders. This was
followed by a lively Topics Session run by Sarah. A debate, talk of nappies for
seagulls and a rude remedy for people crossing at a red light. A great fun
session.
Then came the prepared speeches. Phillip for his first speech gave valuable
advice on escaping our phone and other addictions. Then Robert with his speech
Nature’s Pharmacy gave us an insightful look at the world of beekeeping. Then mark celebrated finishing a pathway with
an inspiring speech on tackling his difficulty as a native Irish speaker
getting his words out in English. It is
a credit to both him and Toastmasters how far he has come.
Then came a break which gave the evaluators a chance to
connect with their speakers.
Our general evaluator Helen ran the second half of the
meeting. We got excellent evaluations
from Spencer, Eoin and Pat. All gave good insight and hints for improvement.
We got the officer reports and as our Creative Corner
volunteer was held up at work Paul stepped in.
He started a story of going to the market to buy shoes and it went from
person to person. A flock of sheep a van with a collie dog at the ready another
dog. A comet landing on St Nicholas was
ignored and by twists and turns it went back to the shoes. Everyone contributed
and it was great fun.
Helen handed back to Warren who gave those who hadn’t
spoken a chance to speak. Then he told
us that a new committee will be needed soon and closed a very enjoyable
meeting.
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