Friendship Speech by ~AskTheNarrator

So many people say that you wont amount to anything, you wont make it, you wont succeed- unless youre on your own. But those people forget the heroes standing behind them- the unsung warriors- the brave fighters and peacemakers- who make life what it is. These people are friends, compadres, amigos, amis and even the chums- add the vibrancy and color to this world that is otherwise a monotone black and white. These people- who no matter what is wrong and what they are doing, support you every step of the way and hold you up when youre falling.

youre breaking apart. Theyll hold you when you break down and cry. Theyll share your pain- no matter rough it may be or how much you hurt. These fighters just want to bring your pain to a halt and make sure no matter what- youll be okay. They will listen to your problems, and give advice when you cant find it in your own heart- even when the truth may not be what you want to hear. Theyll do anything- no matter how silly and crude- just to make you smile. Your flaws are embraced- these amigos know you arent perfect. Theyll accept you for who you are- even if they disagree with who you are or what you do. You can call them- any time of day- rain or shine- just to have someone to talk to, to cry to. They will take you out and treat you, just to make sure youre fed and well. These warriors become your everything and consume what you thought life was. Please, remember these everyday heroes who have done so much for your life. They are here for you- they would even die for you- how could you even begin to toss them away? Something so simple that becomes to embody something even greater- something that almost seems not human. These kind creatures- uncaring about themselves and more forgiving than even the earth itself- are what make life special and worth living. The earth needs the sun to light up its surface, just as we need the friends and family who are watching our backs. Please, I beg of you, dont let this earthly wonder slip you by. Embrace the ones you love, and who love you. Dont let that soft flame extinguish. Hold it and protect it from the impending storm. Who knows when youll need these heroes later, or when theyll need you- but no matter what, dont let the true miracles that have come into your life slip away.

Ladies and gentlemen, never forget these people watching you, guarding you through lifes hardships. They will be your light, your happiness to guide you through this never ending darkness. If soon forgotten, the marksand sometimes even the scars- these people cast on your heart will still exist, though their reasoning may be lost. Everyone you meetevery single person impacts you in some way, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem at the time. Then there are those peoplethe special people to touch your heart- who leave marks so big or so deep on your soul, that you could never forget their mark no matter how much you try. These people will hold the greatest impact on your life and whose presence will stick with through all times. There marks aid to characterize who you are and how your life will go. These heroes will be able to tell you whats wrong, even though you may not know it yourself. The look in your eyes- they see through your lies, even if they blind you. You can tell them youre fine- straight face lie- and theyll see straight through it. You cant fool them, cant trick them- they know you too well. Dont even try it- its not worth the effort. They are your sunshine, your hope, your light. You cant let them extinguish or youll extinguish yourself. You need them to hold you together- to hold your seams together while

Inspirational Speech: Overcoming Storms of Life Dear Ladies and Gentlemen, we have gathered today to speak about overcoming adversity and coping with the storms of life. This is very deep theme, and I am sure that anyone has many stories based on the challenges and their overcoming. But today we will concentrate on the issue of overcoming. In this light, it is important to emphasize the postulate that all challenges are timely, and they are not accidental. God tests us in such way. You cannot realize the real value of your life if you have not compared it to something. God sends us trials so that we could understand the deepness of His goodwill and love. No one is alone until he has his faith. The Bible has such words: "God withdrew from him, in order to test him that He might know all that was in his heart" (Chronicles 32:31 NKJ). So, you see that even in His withdrawal, God is always with us. Sending us trials and challenges, He wants to demonstrate us the real power we have inside, the real power he gave us. Often we fail to use it properly, because we don't know how strong we are. In order to help us see our values He assigned us to, He sends us trials. There is no sense in crying over the trouble - "the best way out is always through", as Robert Frost claimed. So, you should not concentrate on your problems, but rather on the way how to solve them. Look forward, because life is beautiful, and God created it for us. "That which does not kill us makes us stronger" - these words of the famous philosopher demonstrate that we are the instruments in the hands of God. Remember, how many times you thought that this was the hardest thing you've ever done. Then you experience something even harder, and you understand that you became stronger. Now you can endure even more. This is the eternal process of human development. I have met a lot of people who overcame the storms of life with dignity and faith. they all admit, that these challenges made their lives brighter. They understood the real value of life - it is invaluable. And there is no sense in suffering - accept it and overcome. This is life. It does not consist of dreams and happy days, but of alternation of days and nights - both happy and miserable. Thus, another sense of adversity comes to the foreground - it makes us closer to our destiny. Japanese proverb says, "Fall seven times, stand up eight" - and this eighth may be lucky chance which will bring you to your happiness. May be not, but then you'll have to believe, fight and stand up as much as it will be needed. Storms of life are transient, no matter how hard they are - someday you will definitely reach your desired peaceful shore. Just listen to the words written in the Holy Bible: "Blessed is the man who endures temptation; for when he has been proved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him" (JAMES 1:12-13, 16-17 NKJ). Temptation

to yield - overcome it! Temptation to blame God, fate and everybody around you in all your troubles overcome it! All your life is the sequence of choices. When a person makes his choice in favor of faith - he wins! Overcoming adversities and demonstrating strong will and belief, a human will obtain the "crown" - for he has shown his love to God, by accepting all challenges as needed and coping with them with the name of God on the lips. And God loves us, helps us and support us, and this is the main truth a person should remember when fighting with difficulties in life. Don't be alone in your struggle, accept it and entrust to your God. For, as He told, " When you pass through the waters I will be with you; when you pass through rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I Am the Lord your Savior." (Isaiah 43:2, NIV). All our mundane difficulties may seem crucial and catastrophic to us, but in fact they are only the episodes in the history of the humanity. Each life is saint and important in the eyes of God, so don't thin your faith and sacrifice are inessential. They mean a lot, especially when they are heartfelt and sincere. God bless you all!

Graduation Speech: Gratitude to Phoenix University

Dear friends, we have gathered here today to celebrate our graduation. It is momentous event, because it marks the ending of the whole era of your lives. Years at university were special, because they helped us to become individuals we are today. Personally I am sure that without that precious experience my life would be something completely different. I would not have such features of character as determination, self-confidence, purposefulness and commitment. I can state this clearly: my university helped me to become a person I am now. Special thanks are to my learning team members who helped me a lot, guided and supported me. It was due to their backing that I completed my undergraduate degree in about three years, then took two weeks off and immediately started pursuing an MBA. I succeeded, and tonight I am standing in front of you. I am graduating with the feeling of deep satisfaction. I worked a lot and my efforts gave something more than just an MBA status. It is skills and knowledge and invaluable experience. Instructors challenged us with the enormous tasks, stating that their subject is the most important and only it will be of use in our future career. Well, I should say this is true. I can hardly remember a book or a project which I can call unnecessary today. The university environment was like the model of the society in miniature. There were ups and downs but now I am ready for the real world waiting outside the university walls. You know, sometimes I felt frustrated, because it was difficult enough. There was everything: sleepless nights, fatigue and even disappointment about the way I have chosen. But those were transient emotions evoked by much studying and lack of rest sometimes. It has been a challenge getting education, and many times I thought of giving up But those were only the thoughts, because I can't imagine my life without that precious experience, knowledge and skills obtained in my university years. Often I was proud of myself because I was strong enough to overcome all obstacles and succeed. I obtained true satisfaction from getting new knowledge and becoming someone greater than just a student. I was an excellent student. Maybe, my grades were not always perfect, but I knew it for myself that I am an excellent student who can cope with any task and solve any

problem. I did my best to get as much from my education as I could. This was my victory over the challenges I faced on my way. If I could do this, you can do it as well. Because, you know, tutors, instructors and academic advisors are not the only factor of student success. Much depends on a student himself. Great desire, enthusiasm and striving for academic success contribute to the student achievements. Thus, I understood that no one but you can bring you to the top. Academic environment and people are important factors, but not the only. By the way, they are quality and sufficient at Phoenix University. Academic staff and academic environment are wonderful at this university, and I will remember the days of my studying here as the most valuable and quality years in my life. So, I can't describe my happiness and enjoyment today, when I am graduating with an MBA. It is not about getting the diploma as the certificate of my status. It is rather satisfaction from having the material evidence of my precious experience gained in the years of studying at Phoenix University. I want to thank you all again. I hope that you weren't too tired of my speech. These were my heartfelt emotions. I want Phoenix University to be proud of its graduates. I will do my best to demonstrate that world outside that Phoenix University graduates are the best specialists a business can have. Good luck, fellows! Let's show them who we are! Thank you.

Neither of those involved should ever assume that the other is paying. Yet, a woman should pay on a date only if: Impromptu Speech I did not intend to take the floor, but the questions "Should women ever pay on a date" seems to be having a response in my heart. If you ask me, everyone loves to be wined and dined at another person's expense, both men and women. It is expected from the man who initiates a date to pay for it is well. However, I wonder: Is it really fair for a man to foot the bill all the time? You may say, he has invited her and must pay for her company. If it she were not invited, she would be able to have a Lean Cuisine by herself. In this case, the man is not paying for a meal. He is paying for the pleasure of being with a woman, so that in her presence any meal would be sweetened by her charm and a good sense of humor. Men may think that it is out of the question to allow a woman to have a share in paying for a meal. Women may think that men may be offended if they pay on a date. In other words, women support the idea of being a man in the person who wines and dines them. However, in the 21st century, with women earning their own money and getting more and more independent, we may not see a thing wrong with women paying for a date. Let's see my point. Yes, it's a different age. With all those talks about gender roles and equality of sexes, sticking to manycentury traditions when men paid for women mainly because women had no money of their own may be out of date. Of course, some men are offended when a woman offers to pay for a date. But isn't it the sign of her reluctance to continue relationship? Isn't it a straightforward "No!" to any further advances? Why, then it is the only way for a man to keep his face. When a woman suggests she should pay on a date, she demonstrates that she is not interested in a relationship. In this case, a man with her is treated as someone she's doing business with, not a person she cares for. You may say, society dictates that the initiator foots the bill on a date. In accordance with this norm, it doesn't matter whether this initiator is a man or a woman. When a man says, "Baby, let's go out", a woman subconsciously knows who would pay on a date. The one who is inviting is to set the foundations of the date. To be on the same side, it would be not bad from the very beginning to discuss the issue at hand. - First, if it isn't her first date with a guy. - Second, if she has been going with that guy for some time, and only if he permits - no shortage of money would prevent a real gentleman from having a pleasure to show that he isn't in low waters financially. - Third, if it is a woman who initiates the date. - Fourth, if the man's resources are not greater than those of a woman. Well, whatever recommendations, be tactful. Today, it's perplexing for a woman to consider her not paying as a norm. It isn't buying him a meal. It's establishing the true conditions of your relationship, with all consequent obligations. Should women ever pay on a date? Yes, they should. They should if they want to be equals. They should if they want to be on friendly terms without being obliged. Should women ever pay on a date? I mean, when they love and care, when they seriously think of a relationship, when they want to marry a guy? That's a dilemma. I would say "No!" and I would say "Yes!" simultaneously. So, we have returned to the same "to pay on a date or not to pay". Then who should pay? Well, our good will, our mutual respect. Check, please! - is the price of equitable relationship.

Thank You Speech: Love and Gratitude My dearest family and friends, it is difficult to express my gratitude and love to you all. You know this saying, "a dog wags its tail with its heart" - well, I am like that dog today. I want to say so much, but I can hardly find the words. So, I'll just say that you are the greatest blessing in my life. This evening is the expression of your love to me, I realize this, but also it is the event when I see all of you gathered in the same place. So, I gotcha! Now you think you'll have to listen to my long and boring confessions Well, you are right. I'll try to make them shorter and funnier, but they still remain long and boring. So, listen to me Thank you! Thank you for being with me all that difficult time. You support and understanding gave me the strength to continue fighting. Without you I would give up. But then you would come or call and I would remember why I am so in love with this wonderful life - because of you. You are my world, and I am sincerely grateful to God for giving me such loving family and caring friends. Your support was crucial for me this year, when I achieved much due to your help: I graduated my true passion - Nursing school. I can't wait when I can apply my skills and knowledge into practice. Love and gratitude - this is what I feel standing now in front of you. Love and gratitude - these are the best emotions one can imagine. I am happy to love you and to be grateful to you. I know that you love me too, but it is by mistake. You think I am an ideal: perfect mother, noble friend, lofty relative - you are wrong! I have to work much on myself! I am not a leopard which never changes its stripes, so I would like to assure you that my goal in life is to become as wonderful as you think I am. As far as this goal attainment requires much effort, skills and time, I hope that you'll help me in it, as always. Just like all girls I dreamt of many things, people and event in my childhood, but I couldn't even imagine that some day I would have such wonderful friends and family. I deeply appreciate your support. Thank you for being with me and Tom. In the end, I want to cite you a poem (not mine, by Richard McWilliam): What is a dream? What is a dream? A dream is a goal, An inspiration, A dream is where Hope lives, A dream is something to chase when life drags us down, A dream is a song in the wilderness, Good flowering from the mud of evil. That is a dream. Get yourself a dream, Touch God and pray And never, ever let your dream get away. With you, my dearest, my dream is always near.

Thank you very much.