Weeks go by, simply, day by day. My heart beats a little faster as each week comes and goes.
Excitement about the final product feels good to visualize and experience within.

I don't know what the rest of you will feel? I hope that you see the conference from the perspective of growth and culmination of actions. Conference is not an easy event to pull together.  There are several types of events that will take place throughout the weekend. Transitions will be integral to the seamless aspects of a well hosted event. The biggest challenge is accommodating the group while being away from outside forms of respite.

I feel inspired by the pathway projects that have presented themselves and helped me to take the need and combine it with a learning opportunity. Every day I have transactions with other members. These transactions are usually in the form of conversations. When you working within a volunteer organization, you are powerless in making the final decisions. The means of give and take are impacted by the ability to reward others for the gift of their free time. While working on Pathways, I get to experience the direct feedback from others that are directly impacting the conference efforts. Some will walk away from the current TM year, and will no longer serve the district. Some will step forward in leading clubs and areas to higher standards.

This last weekend I completed the "how to hold an online meeting" Level 4 pathway elective. I was nervous about trying to lead the group and keep track of the updates and information. I am grateful that Toastmasters is providing resources that are applicable to everyday use in my current work settings.  I can be proud of my membership with an organization that is helping me to be better at all opportunities.

I look forward to meeting you in May. 
Thank you for supporting my efforts to bring in a fun and informative conference.
Debbie