Eagles,
Tonight’s meeting gave us a reason to be Thankful as we head
into Thanksgiving. Sandra Centorino, our Toastmaster, led a round robin
asking each Eagle to express what they were thankful for. It was great for us
to take pause to express our gratitude to each other.
Ute Brinkmann, served as our Humorist, with a twist.
She shared a lesson she learned from Ed Tate, the 2000 World Champion of Public
Speaking. Allie Centorino, led a Thanksgiving themed Table Topic…..Chris
Gaffney took on the challenging topic of what the Pilgrims and Native
Americans discussed at the Thanksgiving table (the weather). Jaime Fischer
and Paula Erardi took on a Table Topic as well……what I found remarkable
was how they walked to the front of the lecturn and grabbed our attention!
Paula Erardi served as our Quote Master, and provided
a poignant quote that acknowledged we have many blessings.
Yours Truly gave a speech about Jeremiah Denton, a Navy Rear
Admiral that fought so we could maintain our way of life….an Election Day/Veteran’s
Day theme. Tom Corrigan gave a speech about our shrinking attention span
(we’re down to 8 seconds). Robin Corrigan gave a “colorful” speech with
vivid props.
Special thanks to all of our functionaries not mentioned
above…Richard Freeman (Timer), Amy Demas (Ah Counter), Kate
Kelly (Grammarian/Evaluator), Chris Gaffney (Evaluator), Thom Knowlton
(Evaluator), and Deb Haggett (General Evaluator).
We had two guests turn into members this evening! Jaime
Fischer and Christie Groben! I am thankful for our new members!
Our next meeting will take place at the Joseph Oddie's abode
on December 5th at 7:15. Please bring a wrapped toy valued at
$10….We will have a little fun with the wrapped gifts before we donate them to
the Master’s Manna.
Have a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving Holiday! See you on
December 5th!
Tony Centorino
Eagle Secretary
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