Bloggers’ Buff 2007 by Putera MIC
July 8th, 2007 by Yvonne
John Ling once said, the crowd size does not matter. Even if only one person came, and benefits from meeting you, that one person matters.
Today, I am honored to receive an invitation as guest speaker at Bloggers’ Buff, an all-day event organized by Putera MIC. It was held at a humble community center in Kuala Lumpur. Among those who came were Timothy Tiah from Nuffnang Singapore, Dato’ R of Vinod Kamalanathan & Associates, and Kenny Sia from Kuching, just to name a few familiar names. To have a better idea of the crowd, please browse the photos below.
I am most glad to have accepted the invitation. Apart from hearing speeches and getting to know each other, there was also a forum on blogging. While Timothy Tiah gave a speech on blog advertising, Dato’ R, the guest of honor, spoke about cyber law. I hope Dato’ sticks with us, and continue to enlighten us about the law and media.
The benefit of this gathering exceeded my expectations. Apart from raising RM300 from the sale of merchandise and donations, the heartwarming experience being with these people and talking to them is above all else. My speech today was probably the best I ever gave. There were moments of awkwardness, because I did not prepare my speech in advance. But praise God, He guide me and helped me search my heart. I was able to communicate messages that have long buried in me. As someone had said, “Speak the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
Thank you everyone. It was only a couple of hours, but trust me, every deed, no matter how small, echoes in eternity. Till we meet again!
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July 8th, 2007 at 7:26 pm
hey there! thanks alot for the speech in our event. We had a blast and hope you will participate in our future events too!
amutha.
July 8th, 2007 at 11:07 pm
hey Yvonne… you did great… seriously, you somehow inspire me… I felt that I am weak and touched when you gave your speech… keep it going my dear…
July 9th, 2007 at 11:17 am
I never really understood how moving you were until yesterday. And I have to be honest to say, you practically moved the whole room to the front.
Well, I’d like to wish you all the best in graduating and becoming one of the most influential writers in Malaysia. Oh yeah, and to also continue living life as we’re all beside you.
July 9th, 2007 at 12:12 pm
Yvonne, i forgot to tell you this yesterday.
I am very happy to have a gift from God, a new friend in the form of you.
Your speech inspired me to be true to myself. You will always inspire me, hope to have a cup of cofee with you on day dear.
And lastly, forgive me for any shortcomings on tat day
your such a sweet lady.
Mahendran
http://www.BMahendran.com
July 9th, 2007 at 5:31 pm
Hi Yvonne, thanks for your great support in making Bloggers Buff 2007 a great success. You have really inspired all of us. I really had fun meeting you last sunday and hope to see you again in nearest future. Till then, take care!
July 10th, 2007 at 12:16 am
Hey everyone! Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving comments here. I can’t reply everyone, but please know that I read your comment and think of you. By leaving a comment, you are encouraging me to believe in myself. It means a lot to me.