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Memories are made of this. . .

Phyllis Harmon, DTM, PDG - Publisher/Editor

As I reminice over the lapsed years, I fondly remember passages from past

speeches, events, and goals attained. My first DTM brought me an overwhelming
sense of accomplishment, only surpassed by my first year in the Trio when we
achieved every goal set for us by Toastmasters International.
I recall the early morning setups and late evening teardowns for in-person

gatherings—they bring a smile to my face. I remember my first year as District
Education Coordinator staying up to the wee hours putting together binders of
session information for the room volunteers, and then delivering them three hours
later to the designated rooms. And then there were the District potlucks I initiated

during my second year in the same role. They were a great success. Attendees
loved contributing and sharing their favorite dishes. We ended up recruiting potluck
coordinators and volunteers who managed the entire food distribution process. I
miss those days. I hope they are not lost forever.

Like drops of water creating a deep pool of fond memories, the strangers who
became friends as we worked together, will forever hold a soft spot in my heart.
Travelling up and down the District helping at Area and Division contests was a
wonderful learning experience and a great deal of fun! I will never forget setting EDITORIAL

up borrowed studio cameras and filming the contest speeches for television. It was
hard work but so very worthwhile as I learned a new set of skills. There are many
more memories of the years gone by that lay in wait for a quiet moment to flood
my mind and bring me joy. I look forward to reliving those moments!

As we make the commitment to ourselves and our fellow club members during
this dues renewal cycle, think back on your own achievements, fond memories of
days gone by, and the deep friendships you have made in
this Toastmasters world of ours. I look forward to making

more memories with you as we continue on this journey
together.

Volume 10 Issue 8 February 2023 Monthly Columnists 2022-23 Officers Administrative Manager
Dave Bones, DTM District Director Janet Cerasin, DTM
Publisher David Freedman, IP3 Lorri Andersen, DTM
Phyllis Harmon, DTM Eldred Brown, DTM Program Quality Director Public Relations Manager
Harvey Schowe, DTM Stephana Johnson, DL3
Senior Editor Jennifer Schmidt, EH2 Jim Robison, DTM
Phyllis Harmon, DTM Jim Robison, DTM Club Growth Director Voices! is published monthly by District 7
Lee Coyne, ATMS Dave Bones, DTM
Associate Editor Lorri Andersen, DTM Toastmasters. First issue published August
Leanna Lindquist, DTM Paul Fanning, DTM Finance Manager 2014. Submit articles or contact us at
Karen Semprevivo, DTM voices@d7toastmasters.org

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