Category Archives: Toastmasters

Downstream lies your dream,

Posted on May 22, 2011 by dfolstad58

Motivation, and Discipline. We have lots of motivation, and we keep looking for discipline. Right now I am reading a book called “The Alchemist“. Short book to read, if you are interested. The story is about a shepherd who sets … Continue reading →

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Music soothes the unsettled mind

Posted on May 17, 2011 by dfolstad58

So much to tell you today. What really stands out to me from the recent Toastmasters Conference in Osoyoos, BC was the warmth of people there. Most of the people there were cheering for everyone in all the contests, whether … Continue reading →

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Don’t Sing this at Work !

Posted on April 20, 2011 by dfolstad58

I work in a cubicle. Yes, one of those tiny spaces that the Geneva Convention overlooked when they were describing cruel and unusual punishment. The walls of the cubicle are low, it makes it easier to exchange thoughts with co-workers … Continue reading →

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Sages In the Desert just around the corner!

Posted on April 8, 2011 by dfolstad58

Spring is here, at last, and just in time for “Sages in the Desert” I can feel the anticipation building, and the weather heating up! 🙂 It seems long ago that the conference was announced, and NOW it is less … Continue reading →

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What a Leader! In Dedication to Timothy M. Murray

Posted on March 24, 2011 by dfolstad58

As a member of Toastmasters Club – I am privy to hearing inspiring speeches from fellow members.  The speech may be impromptu in a response to a Table Topics challenge or it can one of the Competent Communicator speeches. Today … Continue reading →

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Toastmasters & Trooper

Posted on March 9, 2011 by dfolstad58

Besides alliteration – what’s the connection? Toastmasters International is having a conference May 5, 6, and 7 in Osoyoos, BC during the Spring Wine Festival.  If you attend the conference, you will have fun, be challenged and have a great time. … Continue reading →

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