Liberty Village Toastmasters Toronto

By Clem D

Here are some pictures from our 2013 Christmas Party Mash-Up.

By Clem D.

We had a great time of fun and fellowship as Jay R was our evening’s toastmaster.  Jay in his funny and quick wit brought forth the message on being Grateful. Food for thought. “Why do we value something when it is gone?”

Rene spoke about his personal battle with conjunctivitis. He described how this painful experience was initially his personal “hell” but in the end lead to him to find his “inner light”.

Our Tabletopics winner was one of our guests- Heather.

We finished off 2013 with our gift exchange and great food. Some “wined” as others “stole” one another’s gifts.  All in the spirit of Christmas cheer or course.

A great job was done by Michelle and her event team: Sean, Jackie, Valarie, Helen, and Emmanuel.

By Clem D.

** Tonight’s meeting is at The Toy Factory @ 43 Hanna Ave, Toronto, Ont

This is our Christmas Party as well as our LAST meeting of the year. Remember to RSVP

– We also are having a gift exchange so please bring a wrapped gift valued at around $10.00

-Bring your cameras to take pictures so we can share with the group.                                     -B.Y.O.B is optional

Our Toastmaster for tonight is Jay

Confirmed Speakers are: Rene & Wayne

Grammarian: Rose

General Evaluator: Tracey

By Clem D.

Michelle was the “Jack of all trades” tonight: Toastmaster, Meeting Chair and General Evaluator.

Her T.M speech described how the late Nelson Mandela fit into the example of the             “7 Effective Habits of Highly Effective People” Written by Stephen R. Covey.

1) Be Proactive   2) Begin with the end in mind   3) Put First things First                             4) Think Win, Win   5) Understand-Then Be Understood   6)Synergy                                    7) Sharpen the Saw

Rosanne presented her Ice-Breaker speech entitled, “Unplanned Events”.  She reminded us through her personal experiences, that life happens when you are making plans and it is up to us to make the best of these situations. Life Does Go On!

Helen’s story about a Chinese Emperor rushing to see a sick friend and her personal story of her ambitious work ethic very much solidified the quote”More Haste; Less Speed”.  It means that the faster you try to do something, the more mistakes you will make. If you are in hurry you should do everything you can, but with “safe speed”.

Tracey presented a very heart-felt message to us in regards to the stigma behind “Mental Illness”.  We need to hear that cry of those who live in silence because those with this illness tend to live in the shadows. Alone.

Word of the day was: Revolution and the Table Topics winner was Clem D.

** Remember our Christmas; Mash-up Party.  BE THERE !!