Our Club's First Speech-A-Thon

One of our amazing club members, Laurie Rangel DTM, organized a "Speech-A-Thon" for our Cottonwood Toastmasters members who wanted to get a few speeches accomplished FAST. At our event we did the following:

Opening remarks by Speech-A-Thon Chair person Laurie
First speech introduced by their evaluator
Speech
Next!

It was so fast, easy, and FUN!! We had refreshments to nibble on while we listened, then we had a short break half way through the meeting. Our meeting lasted for two hours. Were we bored? Not in the least. And here is why:

1. We have a supportive group
2. We have respect for each other
3. We have amazing talent and speakers who teach us as they grow and learn
4. We enjoy being together and have become friends

Some of the things we learned about from the speakers were:

1. The importance of alkaline foods and Kangen water
2. Things we don't know that we don't know! Great speech about learning from topics speakers speak about, and acquiring leadership skills.
3. Things seem big when we are small and small when we are big!
4. Rainbow herbicide and the Vietnam war: fascinating speech by one of our own Cottonwood Toastmasters Veterans. We applaud and honor you Merle!
5. Animals, their fears and need for loving care.
6. Walmart through the years
7. Healing after 35 years: the healing process and return to Vietnam.

Applause, Applause, Applause! 

Well done Cottonwood Toastmasters!

Cottonwood Toastmasters meets every Monday 12:00 to 1:15 at the Cottonwood Village, 201 E Mingus Ave. Guests are welcome. For more information call Laina at 928-300-8638 or Dave at 634-6540