Dear Toastmasters and mistresses,

Although Keith and his cohorts found plenty of things “wrong” in this world (everything from men wearing their wives’ skinny jeans to… non-alcoholic beer), today’s meeting was NOT one of them! From old pros to icebreakers, we saw lots of talent that was right on!

Keith branched out to physical comedy today, bringing in hoots and tears of laughter.. or maybe those were cat calls for his tight jeans. Either way, he brought it, and so did Jason, running Table Topics for the first time today and doing a darn fine job of it. Seriously, great and fun questions to answer. I should know - I answered one! Corky and Leeanne did too, taking their turns explaining first why bellbottoms are wrong, and then what’s wrong with Miss Spears, Miss Hilton and Miss Lohan — only one thing wrong with them: they don’t like older men.

The first of two icebreakers was from Greg Anderson, whose amazing life journey has taken him from Atlanta to Austin, to a hospital bed with a major foot injury, then up and out and into UT, where he’s now a senior and engaged to a wonderful woman! Glad to have you with us Greg!

Next up was Taline Manassian, but we learned today that she pretty much answers to anything: T, TonTon, Torpedo, Butthead, whatever, she’ll come running. Especially if it’s Ethan Hawke who’s doing the calling! We welcome you, future Mrs. Ethan Hawke!

Finally, we had our third “icebreaker”… ok it was an advanced speech but it was Ania Joseph’s first speech at this club! Not to mention her first speech after getting her CC award 2 years ago. She gripped us with the story of why she took a hiatus, which was both outrageously funny and touching. Turns out she’s using her fabulous speaking skills to preach now. Another great addition to our club!!

A solid group of skilled evaluators presided over by Patrick rounded out the meeting. One last kudos to Louis for smoothly taking over the role of presiding officer in the absence of our Prez Amy.

Things that were just RIGHT:

Best Table Topic: Jenny
Best Speaker: Ania
Best Evaluator: Bert VUNK!
Best Humor: Taline
Most Enthusiasm: Ania!

See ya next week,
Jenny