Month: November 2010

Meet mini Charlie! :)

I’m not much of a cute dangling charms carrying kind of girl but whenever I see something with dog motifs, I always find my principles wavering a bit. That said, I never bought any, just because none of them were of English Cocker Spaniels, which is what Charlie is.

Then Michelle (affectionately known as Ah Meow), an old friend started this website showcasing and selling her very own needle felted wool crafts. My willpower imploded almost instantaneously.

With not a minute trace of hesitation, I sent out an email to her, attached with my son, Charlie’s picture. The email subject line was simply, “omg omg omg omg”. I was literally starring at my inbox, waiting for first sign of response from her side. That was how much I wanted it!!!

# – This was the picture I sent to Ah Meow.

Fast forward to last week, Ah Meow called to tell me that the needle felt doll is already finished. I tell you, I seriously felt a rush of euphoria upon hearing from her and promptly got her to meet me the very evening.

# – Welcome to your new home, mini Charlie :D

I am so impressed with Ah Meow! The resemblance is uncanny! She’s got all the details down, even the way the flesh around his eyes wrinkle up!

# – Mini Charlie and Big Charlie.

You can read about Ah Meow’s post on making Mini Charlie for me here.

It’s hanging in my bag now but I’m hoping to pimp up my crackberry soon and use it as a phone charm!!! Ya, everyone deserves a first time!

# – Big Charlie approves of Mini Charlie :D

Neko-Meow’s Little Corner (https://www.nekomeow.com/)
Email: mail.nekomeow@gmail.com

Thank you so much Ah Meow. This is the best early Xmas present I’ve ever gotten!

TLC Promise Me Recognition Ceremony.

Last week, the folks from The Truly Loving Company (TLC) threw a recognition ceremony for everyone who participated in the TLC Promise Me Campaign. There was a total of 70 pledges and ALL of them were successfully completed!

It was a low-key but nice ceremony :)

# – Many people were there.

All of us got a certificate each. It has become my favourite cert because it’s a reminder of the wonderful experience and valuable life lessons learnt while taking part in the campaign.

# – Receiving my certificate from Madam Julia Chong, the CEO of TLC.

# – My fellow bloggers who participated in the campaign, Cindy and Saimatkong also got theirs.

Cindy got a custom-made multi-focal spectacles for Madam Lily Sin and Saimatkong got a customised ankle brace for stroke patient Mr. Kau.

I was asked to share my experience participating in this campaign. I was nervous while on stage but happy to be able to tell everyone about this life-changing experience :)

# – Thanks Nuffnang and TLC for this wonderful opportunity.

The brainchild behind this campaign is Mr. Jonathan Teoh, who left his high flying job as an architect to plan, organise and make TLC Promise Me campaign a reality. His hard work is admirable & his motivations noble. If there’s anyone I truly respect, Jonathan is one of them.

# – With Jonathan Teoh, the force behind TLC Promise Me.

I’m really, really glad that I was part of the campaign. You know, I really didn’t want to do it at first and gave myself a lot of excuses. I was skeptical and doubtful, basically I didn’t think I would be successful in raising anything! And the worst thing? I agreed to do it due to the embarrassment of saying “no”.

But as I received more and more support in the forms of donations and well-wishes, my perceptions gradually changed. I am still surprised by the fact that 3 hospitals beds have been bought and delivered to Goo Tyng Tong and his friends.

The credit is certainly not mine alone. You know who you are and I hope you can feel the exact same contentment I’m feeling from doing this because you deserve it so much more than me!

# – With some of the TLC Promise Me participants.

Thanks again guys!