Monday, April 27, 2009

Mothering Mothers 2009

(Adapted from Ros’s blog)
The idea was first initiated by
Lil. On Mother's Day in 2004, 2005 and 2007, a group of moms from MMB celebrated Mother's Day in the most wonderful way: distributing gifts the other moms who were in a hospital taking care of their sick children. The gift might be small but being there, maybe only a few minutes listening to the mothers really affected us in special ways.

According to Ros

To me, running around taking care of 4 (soon 5) kids while having a full-time job, and without a live-in helper is nothing compared to what some of the mothers have gone through, especially those with critically or terminally ill children. (Ros, I personally had to agree with this too….and no wonder you didn’t need to take diet pills to keep her slim body even though after giving birth to 4 kids and another one on the way.)

I still remember vividly, the expression on some of the mothers' faces upon learning that the presents were for them on that Mother's Days. For most it was truly a surprise as normally people visiting wards to distribute to the patients. It was truly meaningful to me and a lot of us who were there. We were truly humbled by that experience. All a mom wants is to have her child or children to be healthy, loved, happy and well.

Here's some recap from the previous events in Ros’s Blog.

How you can contribute?

1. Gifts

As much as we love to have each contributor to put their own personal choice/touch to the gifts, we are aware of certain matters regarding sensitivities related to religion, belief or taboos. Breakable items and perishable food are also not suitable. So we have come up with the following list of gifts:

  • Non-perishable food/beverage
  • Toiletries
  • Journal / Diary (better the one without rigid dates daily)
  • Photo album
  • Framed painting /pictures of landscapes, beautiful moments, etc
  • Mini cushions (for hugs)
  • Mini fancy containers / boxes
  • Small elec. appliances
  • Comfy slippers or socks
  • As for others: mini card + dry fragrant flower, scarves, aromatherapy candles, magnetic decorative item and sarong can be put as side gifts if contributors like.

Packaging

Normal shoe-box size, but not so rigid - size should not be too big or small as we don't want people to think we do double standard. Not necessarily in shoe boxes, some mothers came with nice paper bags etc depends on their creativity. Make sure they are properly wrapped or tied for easy transportation. We agreed that the price per gift should be under RM20.

2. Be in the hospital

Due to some reasons, the event will be held on Saturday a day before Mother's Day 2009. More info as follows:

Venue: Menara Timur, UMMC

Date: May 9th, 2009

Time: 9.30 am to 12 pm

3. Picking up or dropping off

Volunteer to do picking up or offer a place for dropping off. Keep the pledges coming in and pass the words. Feel free to ask any question.

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

Thank you so much Chanelwong.Pretty interesting ideas of Mum's day giveaways.Wish you a Happy Mum's day ahead.

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LHS said...

you're so kind :)

farrahar said...

This is so kind and sweet...

allthingspurple said...

I helped Ros and Salwa with the purchase of gifts and gift wrapping as well as collection from sponsors the last time. Will phone Ros to see if she wants me to do gift purchase and gift wrap again or help with the collection/drop off point. count me in this time too.

allthingspurple said...

ei, how to add the number of pledge? Add me. No. 3. Christene
and add me for volunteer for UM too. Last time cant make it to UM cos AShley still baby and no maid. This time can.