The UK fell silent for a minute on Tuesday to remember the 52 victims of the 7/7 bombings that occurred on London’s transport network 10 years ago.
Various family members of the dead, survivors and dignitaries took part in memorials around the country; a particular quote resonated with me:
“Within seconds of the bomb exploding outside BMA House on July 7 2005, a police officer at the scene shouted ‘run’.
“Almost everyone ran. Today, we remember those whose injuries meant they couldn’t run. But we also remember those whose instinct it was to run towards the bus, not away from it.”
[Jacky Berry, British Medical Association]
We are very fortunate to hold our meetings in one of the best venues in London, that earlier in the day also held a memorial service. I’d like to think that being a Toastmaster helps prepare you to deliver the most important messages, whether that’s celebrating new beginnings, giving inspiring work speeches or paying your respects to the dear people made a difference to your life.
Leigh, incoming VP Education was Toastmaster; one of our guests Tomasz, visiting from another Toastmasters club won best table topic; and I presented a short workshop on delivering speeches that 1. Engaged the audience 2. Were more than just words 3. Delivered a clear message.
I hope everyone is enjoying the sunshine; our next meeting is on Tuesday 21st July.
Ga Lok
