MAY BALL – A SHAM

MAY BALL – A SHAM

Dear Friends,

I am usually a person who sits on the sidelines and enjoys the show but for the first time I feel the need to speak my heart out.

Last Thursday, I was at the "GWS May Ball" along with my friends and family and I have to express the general opinion we had about the show. For each section I will point out the good first and then the bad.

Arrival:
We arrived for the event at about 11 PM and the show had only just begun. The hall was about 80% filled and remained that way for the remainder of the evening, which in a way was good because we really do not enjoy overcrowded places. At the gate, we noticed a lot of people walking in with complementary passes. So my friend who knew one of these people went up to them to ask them if they were sponsors, the reply he received was, "no, we know the president".

The Beginning:
When we took our seats the MC was calling on the president for a speech. Luckily all the introductory speeches were short and sweet. Also, the MC was very lively and upbeat, which made listening to rest easy.

Deep Impact:
They started the show and none of us have any idea how these people even get a show to begin with. The choice of music was horrible. We did however end up going to dance and let me tell you why. While the band was playing, no one was on the dance floor and the MC was constantly encouraging the crowd to get on. You could literally see the disgust in his face when he heard the band but he had a job to do and did it. One of the ladies on my table thought he looked cute and so we just went to dance to make her happy. There is no good part to this except for the fact that Deep Impact was only given one more session that too during dinner, which I will get to in a bit.

Band Wagon:
A great band to hear. It was nice to have a Goa feel for a party. I personally feel that their music was perfect for the may ball. We heard them play the saxophone for a few songs. Very very nice. It felt like we were outside Kuwait and I'm sure it touched a lot of hearts. I remember the MC asking the crowd if they wanted something faster and never before did I hear the crowd scream no. I too wanted Band Wagon to continue their slow session, it gave us goose bumps. Even after the show ended when the management was closing down, these boys played an acoustic track for the entertainment of those who were on the dance floor. Absolutely beautiful! On the other hand, the band was not given enough time to perform, which affected the entire show.

The MC:
According to almost everyone present in the hall and I'm sure if you were there you would agree that it was a delight to see a new face on the mic. Maclord (Mac), might be the best find for the organizers in a long time. As a party going person I can surely say this boy has a bright future provided he does not stick to only GWS events which can definitely be a downfall. He was lively, witty, handsome and very well spoken. The only critism I can point out is that during the course of the show, you could clearly see the disgust on his face with some of the organizers. They were forcing an interruption of the dance session and he wanted it to continue – eventually left with no choice. But in many ways we believe he saved the night.

The Pageant:
Now let me begin by saying that the invitation cards said that participants will only be allowed with gowns. This was not the case. Girls with simple dresses were also included in the contest. This made a lot of people very unhappy. The first round was ok and again hats off to Mac who used that round to draw everyone's attention to the people behind the scenes. He gave the photographer props by asking him to capture a magical moment with him right in the middle of all the contestants. It was a very creative move which prompted the whole crowd to throw in a few laughs. With that said, the round itself was just ok. The judges seemed to take forever to leave the dance floor after each round.

The second round only 10 girls were chosen, out of whom atleast 4 were wearing dresses. Again, the round was quick but the judges took the most time getting on and off.

The final round was during dinner, and it was the question round. Let me clearly point out that the questions asked were some of the worst we've heard over the years. Some of us did not even understand the questions asked and neither did the girls. I think they were changed on the spot. When the MC noticed that the girls did not understand he changed them to a small degree. And then when all the girls finished answering he asked them another quick simple 5 questions. One of the finalist did not know what to answer the first time but had a come back on the second question.

The Winners:
Although there were better looking girls in the hall, the top 3 deserved the prize. Their dresses were very nice. The only bad part here was that the sponsors gave the 1st and the 5th winner tickets which did not make sense to many of us.

So now a final summary of the entire show. I would say that the show would receive a 5 rank out of 10. And that too only because of Band Wagon and Maclord. Other than that it was a clear disappointment and I will not be attending any more May Ball's from now on. I hope my thoughts reach the right people so that they can work on improving one of the greatest shows in Kuwait. As for the May Ball 2008 – a waste of money.

Roddco C. P. D'Souza
From: "Roddco C. Phullum" roddco@gmail.com

Disgraceful Goan !

Dear Mr Santana,

Since I had no option, but to enlighten and correct the statement made in your article with reference to Dr Jaganath Chodankar (Club 9). Below are the facts of life. Hope this will change your sick mentality........I believe this happens if you lived long years outside the village and not able to calibrate your zone of thoughts. I personally have not met you nor would like to, as you make no sense. Also do not suck dry...hope you get my clue.

Let me clarify the following in your article about Club 9.

1) Seems you have no idea what Doctor (club 9) has been doing for the community...(you have not to be seen to be awarded) do meet us or attend our events to understand the concept of service/ charity...

2) Doctor has been awarded for his sincere efforts and commitments for the Goan community along with the team...He was Born in Q8........check with your friends...

3) Your racial comments and reference on religion has no place in harmonious Goan community....seek refuge status with the Taleban...

4) Finally I hope this will clear the left/ right lobe syndrome.

Have a nice day.

Aldrin
aldrinm@hotmail.com
Monday, May 12, 2008

Disgraceful Kuwait NRI Awardee.

To,
The Editor.

I am not discouraging nor I am encouraging anyone, on topic of Wilson Coelho "Disgrace on NRI awardee". Let us all Goans, now learn from our mistakes and form a NRI committee in Kuwait, so that no such mistakes happen in future. We have to move ahead in life fast as its too late. I would suggest and its high time now that all the active clubs Presidents, along with active Goan social workers from Kuwait to form a NRI committee club in Kuwait. Let all Goans in Kuwait be united as one family.

From,
Olavo JoaoPathsha