Congratulations to the New Set of Officers!

My deepest Congratulations to the Newly Elected Officers of El Presidente Toastmasters Club!!

President:  Diane-Lyne Pagtalunan (moi'!)
Vice President Education: Rosette Magpayo
Vice President Membership: Sonny Vicente
Vice President Public Relations:  Nona Hermogenes
Secretary: Patrick Felismino
Treasurer: Ida T. Sih
Sergeant at Arms:  Alvin Sy

Immediate Past President: Anthony James Bautista

I guess, it's about time now for me to include the "Toastmaster" in me in my blog... yes, ladies and gentlemen.. I am indeed a Toastmaster. I started in October 2009... and whew! I can't believe that I am now the President of my home club!

I don't really remember when i started feeling or getting the hint that i might actually be a "president" material. i mean... its been years since I headed a certain club. Its the Debating society from my collegiate years <damn, i'm old!>... and besides the fact that i have some commitment and tardiness issues, I still got elected. this is way, way, way beyond my comfort zone. but still, from the midst of this unfocused heart and soul of mine, I know deep down that this event has a purpose, and I'm very much thankful for fact that they trusted me with this critically important responsibility... somehow, i felt undeserving.

I am praying and... 'lily, 'lily hoping that i can pull this one off. I mean, this is something that i can't just "back-out" the last minute if i feel pressured or tired... This is something I need to finish. I have developed several relationships here in this organization and I am hoping to develop some more this year!!

Well... in Toastmasters organization, the phrase below is not applicable only during January New Year celebrations... 

May El Presidente Toastmasters Club have a Prosperous New Term!