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BestGift

calendar_today 2024.07.29
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Background

This is the script of a presentation I gave during my time in Malaysia. It was also my first attempt at giving a speech in English for more than 10 minutes. Although the topic was simple and familiar, there were still moments of incomplete expression and uneven delivery during the talk. The whole process was enjoyable and relaxed, and I’ve put this script together as a memento for myself.

About the Script

The script is very simple — only 6 pages in total. Page 1 is the welcome, page 6 is the thank-you, and the main content is on pages 2–5.

You can view the online version at bit.ly/imesong. At the end of this article there is a video of the talk — feel free to watch it if you’re interested.

Slide 1 Best Gift

  1. Introduction : Say sth about gift
  2. Ask Question about gift
  3. Share My best gift

What’s your best gift , you have ever got ?

slide1

Slide2 The Complete package

slide2

Each member of our family brings
something unique to us making us complete

- Sarah: My partner and foundation
- Dorah: Our ray of sunshine
- Norah: Our curious explorer
- And me, Eric: The proud husband and father
  • Together, we form a complete package
    • supporting each other,
    • growing together
    • facing life’s adventures as one

Slide3

slide3

Serendipity

My journey with Sarah began with a simple favor for a friend.
He asked me to translate a CV, this small act of kindness would change my life forever.

The CV belonged to Sarah, what turned into the beginning of our love story.

It's amazing.

Complement

Sarah and I complement each other.

we balance each other's strengths and weaknesses.

This balance of give and take, support and be supported, forms the foundation of our family life."

Slide 4 Double the joy

slide4

Dorah, our ray of sunshine, brings laughter and warmth to our home.

Norah, our curious explorer, sees the world with wonder.

Together, they create a beautiful **symphony** of sisterhood.

Slide5 a treasure beyond measure

slide5

Love:

  • The love I share with my wife and daughters is boundless.
  • It’s the force that binds us, supporting us through challenges.

Responsibility:

  • Being a husband and father has taught me the profound meaning of responsibility.
  • It’s a duty I embrace wholeheartedly, knowing that my actions shape our family’s world.
  • This responsibility doesn’t weigh me down — it gives my life purpose and direction.

Harbour

  • In the storms of life, my family is my safe harbour
  • I find peace, understanding, and unconditional acceptance.
  • No matter what the world throws at us, I know we have a safe place

This gift of family - of love, responsibility, and harbour - is the greatest treasure I could ever hope for.

Slide6: Thank you

slide6

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