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plan does not have to be successful. Try to be learning process. Where can you have fun and
successful. Sponsoring a new club is tough. learn at the same time? The first DTM feels
Mentor or coach a club for more opportunities the same as the seventh. Will there be more? I
to speak and lead. do not know. I continue my books and learn as
I go. “I waste nothing and everything counts”.
Stand up in front of the audience and Since my stroke in the past year I have not
receive your DTM. It’s an honor. It’s fun. It slowed down. And why should I “its still fun”.
is an accomplishment. Not everyone can do
it. Not everyone wants it. It is hard. But it is Allan has served District 7 for many years.
fun. Look at the people you meet. The club Some of his past roles include Region Advisor,
members you meet. The people you engage District Governor, Division and Area Governor.
with. And most important it is meant to be He is currently the District Prison Club Liasion, a
fun. And it will be if you let it. member of 6 clubs, and a club officer in 5 of them.

Toastmasters is a fun organization and a

2015 Fall Conference DTM Ceremony, left to right, Allen Edinger, Adele O’Neill, Erik Bergman, Alexis Mason, Leanna
Lindquist, David Mason, Michelle Alba-Lim, James Wantz, Syrena Glade.

Perfect 10

Congratulations to Capital Toastmasters for hitting
a milestone. This is the 9th year in a row the club has
achieved all 10 goals. Their culture of excellence and
commitment to the Distinguished Club Program is an
example to us all. We are proud to have you in District 7.

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