Jeanne Rutgers provided the Word of the Day "meshugana" from her recent trip to NYC. Meshugana is a Yiddish word used as an exclamation to describe something as crazy, bizarre or useless.
Don Lyman spoke about his old and new ATV toys and the reason chain saws are often taken on the trails. He shared his excitement for new programs in his work . .. java script and others that are beyond the average mind's grasp.
Tony Pollock spoke about the "May-Mayhem" in his family with numerous birthdays, anniversaries and other celebrations. He helped the audience better understand the nature of his work of locating and installing transmission lines.
Dan Pratt shared his weekend experience at a youth church retreat where games and activities took the format of Silent Library and the Amazing Race.
Jeanne Rutgers clarified the urban legend of dyslexia. We now know that it is an auditory processing problem. Her passion for her work was evident in her presentation.
Connie Pshigoda spoke on the exciting break-throughs in technology and the plant world as they relate to cutting-edge nutrition. Plant DNA and genomic research is taking wellness to a whole new level!
Jeanne also reported on her recent participation in the Table Topic Speech Contest on April 5. She said it made her more aware of what Toastmasters is about.
We look forward to seeing our absentee members at the next meeting on May 20. We are nearing the end of the Toastmaster fiscal year, so those trying to complete manuals should sign up for speeches in the next couple of weeks.
Have a great May!
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