Evaluation and Humourous Speech Contest 27.08.2008

It was our club's evaluation and humorous speech contest yesterday and the result is as follows:-

Evaluation Speech Contest:-

Champion : Norman Chin
1st Runner Up : Alice Kok =)

Humorous Speech Contest:-

Champion : Amy Hiew with her speech title "The Evil Wind"

I am sorry to say you've missed the fun of this speech.

The contestants for the speech contest were:-

1. TM Cheong Sung Yan (Evaluation)

2. ACB, CL President Norman (Evaluation and Humorous)

3. CL Amy Hiew (Evaluation & Humorous)

4. CC Alice Kok (Evaluation)

Congratulations to TM Shane as he was so courageous to be the test speaker for the contest, good for you Shane! Same goes to CL Ling How Kee for being the Organizing Chair for this contest despite a busy schedule at work and at home , you've done a good job and thank you!

Last but not least, a BIG thank you to all who have helped taken up roles as the timer, SAA, counter, judges, chief judge and members who have showed up to show your support! Thanks!!

A message from VPE Janet Chin

I'm indeed honoured yet heavy hearted to post this message on behalf of Janet, her message is as follows:-

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Dear Beloved Toastmasters,

I’m leaving for South Korea tonight, to further my studies. This decision was made with a heavy heart and after plenty of sleepless nights. It is the hardest decision I’ve ever had to make in my life.

Although I enjoyed my wonderful job and my time as VPE in Sandakan Toastmasters Club, I decided that it is time to step out of my comfort zone, to grab the opportunity that is right in front of me, to cash in the lottery ticket…something like that. Going to Seoul will indeed be a soul-searching experience.

As a true Toastmaster, I plan to join a club in Seoul. Who knows, if you visit me, we can go to the meeting together. That would make your trip more memorable!

I am going to miss all of you. Keep in touch.

Yours truly,

Janet Chin

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Janet is leaving tonight (26/8/2008) for her soul-searching journey, those who wish to say good bye to her still can do so, please contact her on her mobile phone (012-8139978). Otherwise, you'll have to pay her a visit in Seoul or Skype her. Anyway, i believe all of us will have our warmest wishes and countless prayers to wish her all the best!

We will certainly miss you, Janet! Please drop by for updates, will ya?

Breaking News!!!

Last week, I was surprised by Toastmaster Janet that she will be leaving Sandakan for further study.

She will be missing all the good food, training meeting and great fellowship here in Sandakan.

Anyway, all the best to her. For those who haven't got the chance to say goodbye, please call her as she will be flying off tomorrow (26/08/2008).

Bon Voyage, Janet.

Post by,

Norman

Training Meeting on 14 Aug 2008

This is the 3rd training meeting of the new term, as counted by President Norman.

Coincidentally, it was "Chinese Halloween" yesterday and it was also raining heavily, only 7 members turned up. However, the seven of us were able to conduct the meeting successfully by starting and ending punctually.

We had 4 speakers last night, namely - Datuk Hassan (CC 5), CL Ling (ACB 2), Datin Grace (ACS 1) and President Norman (Club Successful Series - Evaluate to Motivate). Those who were absent last night had missed out some educational and fun speeches, seriously.

Birthday babes were none other than our Area K2 Gov Datin Grace Chiu and President Norman. We had a delicious Chocolate Walnut Cheesecake where everyone had at least 2 pieces! Yummm.....

Please be informed that our club will be having the club level humorous and evaluation speech contest on 27 Aug 2008 (Wednesday) and there'll be no meeting on the following night. Members are encouraged to take part in the contest, but if you feel that you are not prepared yet, please do come and show your support to our members. Most importantly, to join in the fun.

Sandakan Pidato Club Installation

Dear Member,

Sandakan Pidato Club is having their installation dinner on the following date/time/venue:

Date : 24th August 2008 (Sunday)

Time : 7:30pm

Venue : Tropikal Bed & Breakfast (Mile 2)

The ticket is selling @ RM 35/ticket and the theme for the night is "CAHAYA"

Those who can attend the dinner, please call Norman @ 013-8633907.

Regards,

Norman