Silver Tongued

The sound of a knock at my door

was enough to send me into a mild panic.

Even when I knew someone

was due at my house, I'd worry. 

The hour leading up to their arrival

would see me start to pace and fret.

Answering the phone

to an unknown caller was also scary...

and calling someone...

... I needed a few deep breaths

before I'd even think about doing that!

I knew that's how it was...

I thought it would always be like that.

And then, I started Toastmasters.

Last weekend, I pulled open my phone and called Optus

without even thinking about it.

Now, I'm worried about people coming to my house

only because it's not very clean!

I didn't know it was happening

but I've gotten brave!

It didn't just happen -

but, it did happen easily.

I started Toastmasters.

Every fortnight, I would stand up

and say a few words at the start of meetings.

Before I knew it, I was giving speeches.

Now, I know I will be called on for an impromptu speech.

I know people expect me

to take on roles and give speeches.

Even more, I expect it of myself.

I've been in Toastmasters for two years.

It's difficult to remember how awkward I felt...

I really do feel confident and capable...

all because of Toastmasters.

This week marks the

25th anniversary

of my Toastmasters Club.