"PARTY IN YOUR HEAD!"

"Party in your Head" was the intriguing title of our only speech today at Pania Toastmaster's weekly meeting and what an interesting presentation it was!
The meeting was opened by 'first time Toastmaster' Sandy, who did a wonderful job of keeping the items connected and also utilised the theme of a 'full moon' to advantage. A colourful and well set out program set the scene, well done Sandy!

After a unfortunately long list of apologies, supplemented by the presence of two guests, Trish and Tina ( who  capably read the mission statement) we were underway with the speech by Carol, "Party in Your Head!" introduced by Darryl.Carol brought along her Yoga Mat as a prop and explained to us about the 'vagus nerve' (Google it if you have not heard of it) and the importance that it has on the well being and health of individuals. Three interesting points emerged for me from this presentation,1. You cannot frown with a pen in your mouth!! 2. It takes 66 days to form a habit!! 3. Touching is good for your health (just be careful where you touch!).Carol presented this informative speech in her usual bright and cheerful manner and it also contained plenty of humour, which was one of the objectives set. Who is going to do 'that' exercise for the next 66 days when they first get out of bed in the morning??
Darryl praised Carol (rhymes eh!!) for her presentation and also had some worthwhile suggestions for her but overall thought it was an excellent presentation.

With only one speech we had an elongated Table Topics session run superbly by Mike, during which six members (including guest Trish) gave their  varied opinions on subjects gained from song titles and words from some of Mike's favourite singers. Mike was even encouraged to sing some of the words (but one must do what one must do!!). The subjects ranged from Moon Dancing to being positive about the rain to being swallowed in the bowells of the earth to liking where you live to changing times and finally to shopping in second hand stores. Great answers came from Graeme, Paula,Linda,Jen,Noel and Trish.
Jen evaluated the Table Topics session and had many commendations for all the speakers and also for Mike, who she actually was able to utilise part of her time during table topics to give us a few lines from Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah. 'hallelujah!!!'

During the business session our latest member, Paula, was 'officially inducted into the Club' and we know that she will be a great asset to us. Craig , briefly discussed the Distinguished Club Plan and the fact that we had achieved 5 goals but required another member to make our membership 20  by 30th June and 'officially' be recognised as a Distinguished Club, when one of our guests Trish, volunteered as that member and signed up after the meeting. Well done everyone on achieving "Distinguished Club" status.

Craig, as General Evaluator, wrapped up the meeting with the assistance of Lou (standing in for the arranged Timekeeper, Noel). We do it all again next week, when we will have the first of the 'President's Lunch meetings', where, after our normal 55 minute meeting, those than can will stay for a quick bite to eat and some socialising until 1.30. This will be once a month and advised in advance.

Best Table Topic ; Trish
Best Evaluator; Jen
Best Speaker; Carol