Heartfelt thanks to those who had a hand in creating delicious memories at the Women’s Writing Retreat in the Adirondacks. I was truly a “mountain mama” relishing in the long, deep breaths of fresh air, and listening for the cry … Continue reading
Carmine Coco De Young
Over the past year, I had the distinct honor of serving 23 Toastmaster clubs as the Division A Governor in District 53. Yes, there was a great deal of traveling, a good amount of paper work, a massive amount of … Continue reading
Amazing, I have two dear friends who are also fellow Toastmasters on the run! Croix Sather is running across the United States in 100 days, delivering 100 speeches along the way. At the same time, Jackie and her friend, Kathy, … Continue reading
Organized by Dr. Darla Shaw (at microphone), Western Connecticut State University presented an evening in honor of women in history. I was asked to tell the story of how Eleanor Roosevelt became a champion to the Coco family during the … Continue reading
It is said that elephants are very intelligent. This one thought I should be wearing a hat in the Thai sun. Very smart indeed! … Continue reading
Bangkok Toastmasters, you are the best! Thank you for a grand time, the opportunity to speak at your club, and above all your warm hospitality. A Grand Time with Bangkok Toastmasters in Bangkok Thailand … Continue reading
Many thanks to my readers for your votes on YouTube. I won a really cool iPod nano! It’s a great win and perfect for this new Nonna…a nano for Nonna. I’m off to Thailand. Be back soon. 9/1/2015 – You … Continue reading
Wednesday and Thursday are my favorite days of the week. You may be thinking that is because the latter half of the week is near. Perhaps so, but in truth, those are the evenings I attend Toastmaster meetings. Ten years … Continue reading
Modern technology never ceases to amaze me. It brings together family, friends, and people who otherwise might never have the opportunity to meet, and their gathering happens in cyberspace. My sixth grade teacher once told my parents that I spent … Continue reading
I just can’t understand how others find the time to blog, tweet, and be-“friend,” the rest of the world. To the many who try to “Facebook” me (including my own family), to those who want to tweet me, and to … Continue reading