Sometimes, the most unexpected means the most ...

In my last blog, I wrote about the great Division and Area Governor Training we had in September in Lloydminster.


A few days later I received an email from an Area Governor, thanking me. It was wholly unexpected, but deeply appreciated.


In the email, this AG mentioned how much he/she had, up until the training, enjoyed the goal setting, meeting the clubs and knowing that someone would believe in his/her ability to take on the role.


This AG went on to say that the training in Lloydminster had affected him/her in a way totally unanticipated. To quote "I have never experienced such an outpouring of genuine fellowship and goodwill ... These people made me feel like I belonged."


This is a tribute to you, the trainers, Division and Area Governors that were able to attend. This is also a tribute to the members of our District as you have created a culture of warmth and inclusion.


He/she went on to say "I am not yet able to fathom the impact that Toastmasters has on the world – and to think that I have been given an opportunity to be part of that impact makes my mind reel. By selecting me you have truly impacted my world. I only hope that I am up to doing my part to spread that impact to everyone whose world I touch."


This was my goal when I selected the theme Impact Our World. Each of us has a hand in impacting someone positively.


To the Area Governor that took the time to write to me, thank you. You buoyed me up at a time when I truly needed it. You impacted my world, and I sincerely thank you for your kindness, your leadership, and your thoughtfulness. May you always be a light in our District.

Until next time ...
Joan (your grateful DG)