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The SS District 7 Toastmasters

Phyllis Harmon, DTM, PDG - Publisher/Editor

The annual conference is behind us and the newly elected District leaders are

waiting in the wings to begin their year of service on July 1st. Well, perhaps
“waiting in the wings” isn’t exactly what’s going on. Actually, they are busily recruiting
for Area Directors, filling committee roles, and planning for an exciting and member-

focused 2021-22.
It takes a village (or a commited crew) to keep the behemoth, SS District 7 Toastmasters,
afloat and headed in the right direction. Our incoming leaders are experienced and
know the route to success. If they find themselves in treacherous waters, there is a
cadre of past District leaders willing to guide, coach, and mentor them back to the

middle of the stream. We watch from the ship’s stern willing to lend a hand when
needed. Most of us won’t step forward unless asked. After all, growth happens when
logjams, hidden boulders, and other obstructions appear out of no where.

The SS District 7 Toastmasters is nearing port after a year-long journey. Its holds
are filled with sweet memories, challenges conquered, and lessons learned. When the EDITORIAL
ship reaches port on June 30th, a new captain and crew will take the helm. A course
will be set, and the ship will once more head out into the stream on another journey
to the land of opportunity and success.

There is just over a month left in this year’s travels. As we head back towards port,
complete the projects needed to help your club reach its goals. Don’t forget to reflect
on all you’ve accomplished, the new friends you’ve made around the world, and the

lessons you’ve learned. It has been an unusual and exciting 12 months filled
with unexpected adventures. One destined to go down in the travel
journals as a year to remember.

Volume 7 Issue 10 April 2021 Monthly Columnists 2020-21 Officers Administrative Manager
Publisher David Freedman, IP3 District Director Phyllis Harmon, DTM
Phyllis Harmon, DTM Eldred Brown, DTM PJ Kleffner, DTM
Emilie Taylor, DTM Public Relations Manager
Senior Editor Harvey Schowe, DTM Program Quality Director Neal Iversen
Phyllis Harmon, DTM Leanna Lindquist, DTM Eldred Brown, DTM
Lee Coyne, ATMS Club Growth Director
Associate Editor Lorri Andersen, DTM Lorrie Andersen, DTM Voices! is published monthly by District 7
Leanna Lindquist, DTM Paul Fanning, DTM Toastmasters. First issue published August
PJ Kleffner, DTM Finance Manager 2014. Submit articles or contact us at
Jamie Gould, CC voices@d7toastmasters.org

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