Century Toastmasters Minutes 10/27/04
theme: Happy 80th Birthday Toastmasters
WOW: Jollification: A boisterous celebration

Sgt. at Arms Jude Awiylika called the meeting to order and president Dick Larkin welcomed every one.  Yours truly took over as the Toastmaster.  The theme of jollification called for extended hand clapping and cheering for speakers.  Everyone introduced themselves and told what made them jolly.  Self introductions are always a good way to get to know people and learn more about everyonegive everyone a chance to remember names. 

Cathy Alfaro presented one of the best and best researched Educational Moments in my memory.  She talked about vocal variery, gestures, and other mechanics of making a speech better.  Look for future Educational Moments to elaborate on the duties of officers and meeting positions.

First Speaker, Gabriel Chong, started off with a good Mark Twain quote that led into his speech about making decisions.  There are so many choices today from coming up with a well thought out sandwich to major decision about life. As creatures of habit we avoid making decisions staying in our comfort zone. Gabriel sprinkled humor in his speech and made everyone smile. He spoke smoothly and like a well-seasoned speaker, while only starting out with Toastmasters.  Look forward for more from Gabe.

Second speaker, Mike Hilden, first speech for breaking the ice told us in brief words about growing up in rural Minnesota, having his Dad teaching him at school, joining the Marines for 7 years (Semper Fi, Marine), and working for CSC computer consulting. He then told us about a story in his life that related to his theme where he was showing off to his citified cousin by jumping in a crick (creek) he thought was  iced over solid.  In showing off, he broke through the ice, literally.  His Icebreaker truly broke the ice.

Stephen Jaworski volunteered for Table Topics master.  He asked Alan Colton, Frieda Visuet, guest Abby Pauline, and Jude Awiylika to share there remisciences about birthdays and celebrations.  Alan talked about how birthdays are special for kids.  Frieda talked about a Quincera or 15th coming of age birthday in the Latin culture, Abby talked about large family birthday celebrations, and Jude related about the commonality of his birthday with that of Ralph Smedley (Toastmaster's founder).

Christina Baker volunteered to serve as General Evaluator.  She introduced her crew of Andres Acosta, Evaluator #1 and then Robert Corbin as Evaluator #2. George Bonner served as Grammarian/Ah Counter. and Harold Sherrill served as timer.  Everyone except Andres volunteered on short notice, and many are new members. Thanks for volunteering. Gabriel won best speaker, Andres won best evaluator, and Alan won best table topics

We had fun today with lots of humor mixed in. Remember to use Toastmasters to your advantage to develop your speaking skills and have fun while doing it.

OUR NEXT MEETING WILL BE - Wednesday November 3, 2004, CP4120C 

Theme:…and the winner is….
WOW: Volition: The power or faculty of choosing; the will
TOASTMASTER: Christina Baker                    GENERAL EVALUATOR: 
EDUCATIONAL MOMENT:                             TABLE TOPICS: Cathy Alfaro
SPEAKER 1:Robert Corbin Icebreaker              EVALUATOR 1:
SPEAKER 2:                                              EVALUATOR 2:   
SPEAKER 3:                                              EVALUATOR 3:
GRAMMARIAN/AH COUNTER:                          TIMER: 

Byron Shovlain, Secretary

Please volunteer for open spots and let me know by 11:30 tomorrow. Please forward a bio if you are going to speak.

WEDNESDAY, October 27, 2004   12 NOON TO 1:00 P.M.

San Diego Gas & Electric, 8306 Century Park Court Building 4, Room 4120C

theme: Happy 80th Birthday Toastmasters
WOW: Jollification: A boisterous celebration

12:05   CALL TO ORDER                                   Jude Awiylika  
        PLEDGE, OPEN MEETING                            Dick Larkin  
Meeting Volunteers:                             Stephen Jaworski

12:08 TOASTMASTER                                       Byron Shovlain

12:11 SElf Introductions                                All
       
12:15 EDUCATIONAL MINUTE                                Cathy Alfaro

12:17 SPEAKER #1                                                Gabriel Chong                                                                  

12:25 SPEAKER #2                                                Open

12:33 TABLE TOPICS                                      Open
                                               
12:45 GENERAL EVALUATOR                         Open   
EVALUATOR SPEAKER #1                                    Andres Acosta
EVALUATOR SPEAKER #2                                    Open
GRAMMARIAN/AH COUNTER                           Open
TIMER                                                   Open

12:55 TOASTMASTER - PRESENT AWARDS              Open
12:58   BUSINESS WRAP UP                                        Stephen Jaworski

OUR NEXT MEETING WILL BE - Wednesday November 3, 2004, CP4120C 

Theme:…and the winner is….
WOW: Volition: The power or faculty of choosing; the will
TOASTMASTER:                                    GENERAL EVALUATOR: 
EDUCATIONAL MOMENT:                             TABLE TOPICS:
SPEAKER 1:                                              EVALUATOR 1:
SPEAKER 2:                                              EVALUATOR 2:   
SPEAKER 3:                                              EVALUATOR 3:
GRAMMARIAN/AH COUNTER:                          TIMER: 

Meeting Minutes from October 20th.

Theme: Participation: The action or state of taking part in something: as: an association with others in a relationship
WOW: Carpe Diem: Seize the moment

Juke Awiylika, called the meeting to order. Stephen Jaworski, filled in for President Dick Larkin and opened the meeting, beseeching members to volunteer for today and future meetings. All introduced themselves. 

WIth a full slate, guest Michael Herrod started off with his humorous contest winning speech, "Nobody for President".  Michael re-familiarized all of us with Nobody, whom we all forget play a major role in all of our lives from the time our mother's first scold us.  Nobody's family consists of Somebody, his mother; Everybody, his brother; and his father, Anybody.  Michael kept intertwining the family with Nobody's adventures.  I was glad to know what so responsible for many things.  Like Joe Stewart suggested, it was almost reminiscent of "Who's of First".  Unfortunately, I already voted absentee ballot and couldn't vote for Nobody. Good Luck to Michael as he makes his way up the contest ladder.

Next, Andres Acosta introduced himself with his Icebreaker.  Andres is the product of growing up on either side of the border, making him culturally diverse and astute.  His upbringing has helped him, first as a teacher, and now as a real estate agent.  He enjoys helping people.

Finally, Dexter the Dog, gave his Icebreaker speech.  Under the watchful words of Doug Goodman, Dexter explained how he came to Toastmasters. Dexter is among a line of distinguished guide puppies that are trained by Doug and his wife. Dexter displayed a calmness and relaxation not seen in most speakers.

General Evaluator, Matt Greenbergs, opened up the evaluations starting with all members giving Michael compliments and suggestions for improvements. All agreed that Michael's speech was funny. Next, Michelle Hoyt filled in as evaluator for Andres, giving kind words of support. I evaluated Dexter.  It was confusing as I paid attention to Dexter and Doug. Christina Baker gave the Grammarian/Ah Counter report and Cathy Alfaro gave the Timer's report.  Andres won for best speaker. Michelle won for best evaluator.  No time for Table Topics. Only a few volunteers for next week, we need more.

Byron Shovlain, Secretary
Century Toastmasters