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Amanda is an inspiring speaker and trainer. Last year, she won 3rd place in the 2017 District 67 English International Speech Contest. This year, she delivered a high-energy training session as part of the AGM 1st club officer training. Those of you who know her understand she is a very driven and action-oriented person. Amanda epitomizes the spirit of Toastmasters with her amazing passion and determination. I met Amanda a couple of years ago at a Coach training event in Taipei and since then have followed her adventures in Toastmasters with interest. What I have come to understand is that whatever she does, she does with purpose and puts her full energy and effort into making it successful. You can see by her choice of photo in this post that Amanda is an action woman. No fear, no regrets. Here are some words from Amanda about her inspiring DTM journey: DTM at last! Finally...after 13 years… :)	Amanda Uy 2018.0716.
Attaining Distinguished Toastmasters recognition has never been my top priority. I guess this is one of the reasons why it took me so long. The journey itself and the people I have met has been far more rewarding than achieving this award. I am grateful for all the friendship I had in Toastmasters, the amazing individuals here have inspired me to improve further, lead me to places I have never imagined, experience the things I have never thought of and even meet the love of my life. I have constantly challenged myself by joining competitions, won and lost a whole lot and matured along the way. I have learned to accept losses, move on, improve, reach out to mentors and persist. I have learned to lead and be led at times of difficulties when the club membership is at its lowest point. I have learned to give the leadership reign to incoming leaders and guide them as needed. I have enjoyed so much in the past years and I will continue to enjoy my Toastmasters experience as I embark on the new Pathways program. Looking forward to another 13 years:)