Guess Who ? / Dinner meeting 885,5th January 2011, Jade Palace Restaurant, Penang

" Happy New Year 2011 "
Apexians and Friends

“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.”
~William Arthur Ward

ApexPenang Blogspot said" WORRYING does not take away tomorrow's TROUBLES, it takes away
today's' PEACE"

ApexPenang Blogspot said" All things in life are temporary. If going well, enjoy it, they
will not last forever. If going wrong, don't worry, they can't
last long either."
ApexPenang Blogspot said" Friendship is like a BOOK. It takes few seconds to burn, but
it takes years to write"
ApexPenang Blogspot said"Old Friends are Gold! New Friends are Diamond! If you get a
Diamond, don't forget the Gold! Because to hold a Diamond, you always
need a Base of Gold!"

Guess who is this lady..............

Make Up Artist ????
ANSWER : To find out, please attend Year 2011 , Dinner Meeting 885th
Penang Apexians.......FOC

4th -6th March 2011
National Mid-Term Meeting of Apex Clubs of Malaysia

5th March 2011
Grand Dinner--Celebrating 40 Years of Apex in Penang

VISTANA HOTEL, Jalan Bukit Gambir,Penang.



Dinner Notice 885th
Place : Jade Palace Restaurant ,Abd Sitte Lane,Penang.

Date : 5th January 2011

Time : 7.30pm fellowship

Chairman : Jason Ang
Finemaster : Balan Menon

MINUTES OF THE 884^th MEETING OF APEX CLUB OF PENANG

HELD ON 15/12/10, 8PM AT JADE PALACE RESTAURANT, PENANG

Attendance: Pres Jason Ang, Sr Apexian Victor Corbett, Terrie Loo, Lifer Tony

Ng, Mike Ong, Edward Mai, Jane Chan, Anthony Jayakumar, Leeza

Corbett, Gurmeet Singh, Amy Yeap and Jacquelyn Soon.

Apology: Ai Choo, Danny Tan, Jonathan Shoo, Balan Menon & Angie Low. Guest: Ryota Hirano On Leave : Ryan Tang

1.0 Confirmation of Minutes

1.1 The 883rd Minutes held on 01/12/10 was proposed for adoption by Victor

Corbett and seconded by Edward Mai. President and members welcomed

Hirano-san to meeting.

2.0 Coming Mid-Term to be hosted by Apex Pg / 40^th Anniversary landmark.

2.1 Mike Ong reported that Registration Form had been emailed to most local and

foreign Apexians on 9/12/2010. The deadline to RSVP is 15/2/2011.

2.2 Edward presented his dinner table sales forecast for the 45 tables for Grand

Dinner on 5/3/2011. He requested and members agreed to each take at least a

table. Victor Corbett pledged to take up 7 additional tables. There was also an

agreement to the proposed seating arrangement of the VIP table, dinner

programme and job allocation to contact past presidents of Apex Penang.

2.3 Edward also distributed letters to solicit placing of advertisement spaces in

souvenir programme. Members to make necessary photocopies from the

original given.

2.4 Victor will follow up with the relevant authorities for a site at the Speakers’

Corner, The Esplanade, for our 40^th Anniversary landmark.

2.5 Terrie will check with Apexian Kate Huth on the 2 Indonesian Apexians, their

passport numbers for air ticket bookings and also the expected ticket cost.

2.6 Edward will take care of the 7 Apexians from The Philippines.

3.0 Apex Pg Education Fund

3.1 Victor will check on status of our appeal for RM4K donations.

3.2 Each member was given 10 Climbathon Cards. 300 cards were printed f.o.c by

Ryan Tang. Terrie assisted in controlling the cards distribution and the deadline to return cards and collections to her is after the CNY 2011. Penalty for each card that is lost is RM25.00. The Climbathon date is 13/2/2011 – 14/2/2011. Ryan will quote the cost of printing the T-shirts , banners and Apex Flag.

3.3 The Charity Treasure Hunt, scheduled for 17 April 2011 might be postponed to a

more suitable date.. A mini-hunt on trishaw within The Heritage Trail will be included. The Hunt is targeted to raise RM50,000, as earlier proposed by Prospexian Lee.

3.4 Mike Ong informed that once the Organizing Chair-person and the Working Committee is finalised, appeal letters for sponsorship and prizes will be prepared.

3.5 President Jason asked to differ to next DM to discuss on the draft copy of Education Fund ‘contract’

3.6 Edward said that since most points was successfully covered, he will decide on the need to hold the 3^rd Working Committee Meeting, separately on 28/12/2011.

4.0 Other Directors’ Reports

4.1 There is again no response from Apex Pg Youth to Philippines Conventions, next

May.

4.2 Edward informed that the 2 students under the “Apex Youth Exchange

Program- Perth 2 Singapore”, i.e. Stephanie Meredith and Hannah Rogers were

Unable to attend dinner meeting, as planned. They would be leaving for S’pore

By Jetstar at 5.30pm the next day.

4.3 Mike Ong informed that Apexian CS Naidu and his 8 friends from India come to

Penang from 15/1/2011 to 17/1/2011. Angie Low to assist them rent a service

apartment in Batu Ferringhi.

5.0 Other Matters

5.1 Fines Collection for the night: RM 46.00

5.2 Meeting was then adjourned at 9.45pm, proposed by Victor & seconded by

Terrie.

Minutes Proposed by: ……… Seconded by:……… Prepared by: Mike Ong

Student Exchange From Perth, Australia

Stephanie and Hannah

Healthy Life .....
Natural therapy for opening the veins of the heart.

For Heart Vein opening:

Lemon juice 01 cup
Ginger juice 01 cup
Garlic juice 01 cup
Apple vinegar 01 cup
Mix all above and boil on low heat, approximately half hour, when it becomes 3 cups, take off stove and let cool. After cooling, mix 3 cups of natural honey and keep it in bottle.
Every morning before breakfast use one Table spoon regularly. Your blockage of Vein's will open.
No need now for any Angiography orBypass...
Wishing you a healthy life..

True Friends ( Borrow from Guess who?????)

Many will be there when you are on top of the world..

Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down. ~Oprah Winfrey

I enjoy making new friends and meeting new people but true friends are hard to find, it takes effort to build a true friendship.

You can speak openly to a true friend on any subject without weighing your thoughts or measuring your words, you just spill them right out. Because a friend will always accept you as you are.

It is true that people change when their surrounding environment changes. But I don't need my friends to change when I change or nods when I nod. I just need them to remember the song in my heart and sing it to me when my memory fails.

When you go off track, true friends never fail to correct you, slap you awake and bring you back to the right path where you belong.

When you are at your lowest, they will always be there to support you.

Even if you were to call them in the middle of the night;

Willingly they will lend you a helping hand if you are in need

or just a listening ear when you are down

or even a crying shoulder.

They would gather the broken pieces and return them back to you in all the right order.

Old friends are always the best. They know all about you but still likes you for who you are. Never will they judge you or take pleasure in criticizing you.

It takes a long time to grow an old friend. It cannot be developed overnight.

So it is important that you make acquaintances as you progress in life. Put in your heart and be true to someone whom you think is worth it. Do not take things for granted. Appreciate every little thing that you have now to avoid the rush when it is too late.
Love all, trust afew,dowrong to none. -William Shakespeare


Just for Laugh

In an alcohol factory the regular taster died and the director started looking for a new one to hire. A drunkard with ragged, dirty look came to apply for the position. The director of the factory wondered how to send him away. They tested him. They gave him a glass with a drink. He tried it and said, "It’s red wine, a muscat, three years old, grown on a north slope, matured in steel containers." "That’s correct", said the boss. Another glass. "It’s red wine , cabernet, eight years old, a southwestern slope, oak barrels." "Correct." The director was astonished. He winked at his secretary to suggest something. She brought in a glass of urine. The alcoholic tried it. "It’s a blonde, 26 years old, pregnant in the third month. And if you don’t give me the job, I’ll tell who the father is!" COMPLETE & FINISHED.... People say there is no difference between COMPLETE & FINISHED.... But there is. When you marry the right one, you are COMPLETE.... And when you marry the wrong one, you are FINISHED..... And when the right one catches you with the wrong one, you are...COMPLETELY FINISHED What are the similarities of BAR & BRA 1. Both words have the same letters 2.. Both are drinking zones 3. Both have restricted timing for opening & closing 4. More importantly, both makes men crazy when open.

"Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2011"

Apexians, Family & Friends,,,,,,,,

"Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2011"

Please click below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7-4GC828rM&feature=related


Yours In Apex,
Mai Edward

Dinner Notice 884th , 15th December 2010,Jade Palace Restaurant, Abd Sette Lane, Penang4th -6th March 2011 National Mid-Term Meeting of Apex Clubs of

4th -6th March 2011
National Mid-Term Meeting of Apex Clubs of Malaysia

5th March 2011
Grand Dinner--Celebrating 40 Years of Apex in Penang

VISTANA HOTEL, Jalan Bukit Gambir,Penang.




"As the Holiday Season is upon us, we find ourselves reflecting on the past year and on those who have helped to shape Apex Club of Penang in a most significant way. We value our relationship with you and look forward to working with you in the year to come. We wish you a very happy Holiday Season and a New Year filled with peace and prosperity."

" Merry Christmas & Happy New Year "


Dinner Notice 884
Place : Jade Palace Restaurant ,Abd Sitte Lane,Penang.

Date : 15th December 2010

Time : 7.30pm fellowship

Chairman : Terrie Loo
Finemaster : Balan Menon

MINUTES OF THE 883rd MEETING OF APEX CLUB OF PENANG

HELD ON 01/12/10, 8PM AT JADE PALACE RESTAURANT, PENANG

Attendance: Pres Jason Ang, Sr Apexian Victor Corbett, Angie Low, Terrie Loo,

Lifer Tony Ng, Mike Ong, Edward Mai, Jane Chan, Danny Tan,

Jonathan Shoo, Terrie Loo, Balan Menon, Anthony Jayakumar and

Prospexian Lee Kai Eng.

Apology: Gurmeet Singh, Ai Choo & Jacquelyn Soon On Leave : Ryan Tang

1.0 Amendment to Minutes

1.1 The new date of Mid-Term (point 2.2) was amended to: 4/3/2011 – 6/3/2011.

2.0 Confirmation of Minutes

2.1 The 882nd Minutes held on 17/11/10 was proposed for adoption by Angie Low

and seconded by Danny Tan.

3.0 Coming Mid-Term to be hosted by Apex Pg / 40^th Anniversary landmark.

3.1 Terrie Loo did the costing and Edward proposed the following rates :-

i) Full Mid-Term Convention package @ RM180.00 per person.

ii) Grand Dinner alone – @ RM 100.00 per person or @ RM 700.00 per table

iii) Pre-social & Grand Dinner @ RM150.00 per person.

3.2 Pre-Social on 4/3/2011 is by poolside, Grand Dinner involving 45 tables is on

5/3/2011.

3.3 Hotel rates at Vistana is RM135.00 for Deluxe with breakfast for 1 person while

RM150.00 for twin sharing with breakfast for 2 persons.

3.4 Edward has made a RM3,000 deposit to the hotel.

3.5 Victor claimed that as 5/3/2011 is a Penang Race day, he would be unable to

attend the Mid-Term Meeting. Nevertheless, he would attend the Dinner.

3.6 Victor will follow up with the relevant authorities for a site at the Speakers’

Corner, The Esplanade, for our 40^th Anniversary landmark.

3.7 Apex Pg will sponsor 2 Indonesian Apexians to attend. Edward can home host

them. Apex Pg to bear the air tickets ex-Bali & Mid-Term fees. Terrie will check

with Apexian Kate Huth the cost of the air tickets.

3.8 Edward also pledged to further sponsor 7 Apexians from The Philippines.

4.0 Apex Pg ‘Bursary Fund’

4.1 Victor is confident his Company will consider our appeal for RM4K donations.

4.2 The Charity Treasure Hunt is on 17 April 2011. A mini-hunt on trishaw within

The Heritage Trail will be included. The Hunt is targeted to raise RM50,000, as earlier proposed by Prospexian Lee.

4.3 Edward asked Mike Ong to prepare letters to appeal for sponsorship and prizes.

4.4 Angie Low explained that there is an eligible student at TAR. Members decided that a Committee be formed to set guidelines and rules before awards are given.

President Jason will obtain a sample of such guidelines for consideration.

4.5 Members agreed to name the Fund: Apex Pg Education Fund.

5.0 Other Directors’ Reports

5.1 There is no response from Apex Pg Youth to Philippines Conventions, next May.

5.2 Edward reported that Job-Link inmates are going to Cameron Highlands

instead of Malacca. Apex Pg will provide T-shirts and members can donate cash

to them as they need some funding. The group will leave on Friday & coming

back Saturday.

5.3 Edward explained he had commitments from 3 local youth & 2 Aussie youth to

climb Mt Kinabalu & plant Apex flag. A fund raising would also be held.

5.4 Edward informs about “Apex Youth Exchange Program- Perth 2 Singapore”.

Students Stephanie Meredith and Hannah Rogers will be home hosted by

Edward from 13/12/2010 to 15/12/2010. Itinerary as follow:-

i) 13/12/2010 – both will arrive from Malacca. Treat for them at E&O or Japanese food.

ii) 14/12/2010 – Dim Sum and tour to Inari factory. Lunch at Pineapple Restaurant, thereafter tour by Apex Pg Youth. Dinner treat by Victor.

iii) 15/12/2010 – Program by Apex Pg Youth. Attend Pg Apex Dinner Meeting.

iv) 16/12/2010 - Bon voyage to them, back to Singapore. Members welcomed to sponsor them air tickets.

5.5 Mike Ong informed that Apexian CS Naidu would be bringing some Apexians

from India to Penang in Mid-December. Angie Low will try to assist them rent a

place to stay in Batu Ferringhi.

6.0 Other Matters

6.1 Lifer Tony Ng said total Fines stood at RM425.80 @ 30/11/2010.

6.2 Fines Collection for the night: RM 37.00

6.2 Meeting was then adjourned, proposed by Balan & seconded by Terrie.

Minutes Proposed by: ……… Seconded by:……… Prepared by: Mike Ong

How to Break Up with a Nice Guy

Breaking up with a nice guy? Show him the same respect he's always given you by following seven key steps. They are ones that will make your decision less hurtful to him and preserve your reputation of being a sweet (fair) girl.

Step 1: Be serious.
Do you really want to part ways or just go on a date with another man? Before you play pretend with your boyfriend in order to test out a potential new lover, make sure you're serious. Don't treat your current sweetheart like a yo-yo that can be pulled back and forth into a relationship.

Step 2: Meet privately.
Break up with your nice guy face-to-face and in private. Invite him over or join him for a walk in a secluded park. Then, say your piece. By staying out of the limelight, you give him the opportunity to hear what you have to say without distraction and respond genuinely.

Step 3: Tell the truth.
Maintain your integrity when you split with your boyfriend by being honest. Avoid making up a story like you're moving out of the area to pursue a new career or have to devout all of your free time to caring for a sick relative. He'll know you're lying to him anyway and be insulted by your behavior. So, trust that he can handle the truth and give him the real reason behind your decision.

Step 4: Stay respectful.
When you break up with your nice guy, act courteous. The truth doesn't have to be brutal. Avoid using disrespectful labels like "poor lover" or "loser". These types of tags are hard for anyone to shake and can affect a person's future relationships. Plus, your view of your soon-to-be ex is subjective. The next woman might adore all of the attributes you hate about him.

Step 5: Act understanding.
After you tell your boyfriend that you want to move on, be understanding. He may react with anger, disbelief or stoicism. Many men do because they aren't socialized like women to be in touch with their feelings. Give him a boatload of compassion even if you think he should have seen that things weren't working out. Remember, one day, you might be on the other end of this type of situation and want the same consideration.

Step 6: Decline his services.
Unfortunately, some women who break up with nice guys keep them around afterwards only for personal gain. Don't resort to this type of foolishness. Although your ex-boyfriend might still be willing to come over and take out the trash, pay a few bills and do laundry, decline his help. Advise him to provide these services to another woman, one who loves him and is committed to him.

Step 7: Remain quiet (for a while).
Before you start spreading the word about your failed relationship, keep quiet for a while. Give your ex-boyfriend at least a week to fall into his new status. This way, when his boys start asking him about you, he can tell them first and not be ambushed by gossip.

Use these seven steps when you break up with your nice guy. Save your dirty tricks for a bad boy. You know, the dude who ran up your credit cards and slept with two of your girlfriends. Nice men are hard to find and you might want to rekindle your relationship in the future after you find out that he's the only man willing to treat you like a queen.

Mount Kinabalu Climbathon in Aid of Apex Penang Education Fund/ Mid-Term Regristration form/ Appeal for Advertisement/Apex Australia's Founders Fund T

APEX AUSTRALIA’S FOUNDERS FUND TRAVEL

I have been notified by Kate, the National IRO of Apex Australia that they are inviting applications from each Apex countries to have nominations for the above founders fund travel.

This does not need to be for the Mass Tour in Queensland from 6^th – 18^th January 2011. But the successful traveller will be hosted by one of the State Conventions from March – June 2011 since Apex Australia does not host National Convention for 2011.

Those interested can submit your applications to my home address as above. The guidelines are as per our Apex Handbook on Section B from pages 15 – 16. (Reproduced for your easy reference).

NATIONAL TRAVEL FUND

Rules & Regulations

1) Objectives of this Fund

a) To encourage and assist local Apexians to travel and participate in the activities of affiliated overseas clubs/associations.

b) To promote international understanding, friendship and personal contacts by exposing members to the workings of clubs/associations in other countries.

2) Approving & Administrative Committee

The approving and administrative committee shall be headed by the National International Relations Director and shall include the National Apex Action and Expansion Director and the National Treasurer. Other National Board members may be invited to sit in at the discretion of the chairman.

3) Operational Procedures

3.1) Duties of the Approving & Administrative Committee

a) The National International Relations Director shall from time to time and as and when required write to all clubs to inform of all approved/sanctioned travel activities. Full details of the activities including type of activity, duration, confirmed dates, approximate costs involved, quantum of funds available for subsidies and other relevant information shall also be circulated.

b) Notice of such travel plans shall be forwarded well in advance but not later than six (6) weeks before the event.

c) The National International Relations Director shall at all times maintain records of circulars, correspondences, travel information, list and status of applicants, quantum of funds available and other relevant information.

3.2) Duties of Clubs/Applicants

a) Besides applying for subsidies from the approved list of travel activities circulated by the National International Relations Director, clubs may also apply for travel subsidy for their members to attend special activities of affiliated overseas clubs/associations which in their opinion shall be beneficial to the club and/or the association.

b) Applications for travel subsidy shall be submitted to the National International Relations Director well in advance but not later than four (4) weeks before the event.

c) The application for the subsidy shall include but not limited to the following details:

i) Name of applicant (member)

ii) Position held at club or national level

iii) Record of member’s travel activities undertaken with any form of subsidy or grant for the preceding three (3) years

iv) Related travel details:

§ Destination

§ Duration of stay

§ Date/day of departure

§ Cost of actual air-fare (economy rate)

v) Name of host club/association

vi) Purpose of visit

4) Eligibility

a) A member who is in benefit and has been active for a minimum of three (3) consecutive years at the time of his application.

b) A member who has received any grant or subsidy from WOCO or its affiliates or from this fund for the preceding one (1) full year from date of application shall not be eligible for any subsidy.

5) Quantum of the Subsidy

a) The amount to be set aside as subsidies from the National Travel Fund for the year in question shall be determined by the National Board and such information shall be communicated to all clubs by the chairman of the Approving & Administrative Committee.

b) Clubs should also be notified when the approved amount has been fully utilised.

c) The considerations for subsidy shall be based on the availability of funds and on the number of applicants.

d) The quantum of the travel subsidy shall follow a graduated scale as stated below.

i) 1^st application : 20% - 40% of ticket cost

ii) 2^nd application : 20% - 30% of ticket cost

iii) 3^rd and subsequent applications : 10% - 20% of ticket cost

6) Closing Date and Acceptance

a) All applications should reach the National International Relations Director at least four (4) weeks before date of departure.

b) The National International Relations Director shall inform all applicants of their status not later than two (2) weeks before departure date.

c) The successful applicant/s shall be paid only after return from his/her travel and upon receiving a satisfactory report.

7) Obligations of the Recipient

a) Within 6 weeks upon return from his/her trip, the recipient/s of this Travel Fund shall submit a written report (with photographs if any) to the National International Relations Director.

b) The report shall include details of the travel, observations, impressions and experiences of the member.

c) The report, if accepted by the Approving & Administrative Committee, may be reproduced in the “Malaysian Apexian” of the term.

d) The approved subsidy shall then be paid out.

Club Presidents and Board members are encouraged to identify successful candidates to grab this opportunity to understand and appreciate international friendship and understanding and through the experience to serve the clubs and national body level for the community and not someone who is selected to serve their own needs.

We have seen in the past the number Founders Fund Travellers disappear from the association after they return.

These are the updates for now and all other international events are as per my circular 1 which is reproduced for your reference.

That’s all for now and meet you in my next circular. As I’m travelling , I may not be able to be reached by phone but you send your message to my email address and I will reply you on the following day.

REDEFINING APEX FOR THE YOUTH

Yours faithfully

Apexian Dr. M. Arokianathan

National International Relations Director 2010/2011

Apex Malaysia