though on pins and needles

I though its over. Once more, I faced a crowd of academician to express my ideas in an extemporaneous speaking contest. Hoooo! At first, I don't have any idea on what to say in front of the audience 'coz it is my very first time to join in that kind of cerebral competition. On stage, we were asked to pick an envelop containing a picture to interpret and connect to the celebration's theme. As I gradually open the second envelop from the emcee's left side, I got a familiar picture; I mean a picture whose interpretation is commonly used in an academic setting. I started my speech with some words from Michaelangelo. And by adding words from Rizal and Socrates, I delivered words about upgrading standard of excellence within the students and the institution's pillars towards globalization. Everything was supposed to be on set, but unfortunately I almost forget my Alma Mater's Philosophy. Funny thing, isn't it? Well, anyway, I garnered 91% from my performance. I can't express the feeling. All I can say is that 2010 is really "a year" for me. I look forward for more.