Have A Meal, Help Them Learn

Lunch@Art ... A Special Experience

I was invited to lunch one day by a friend

Not an ordinary lunch

Because it was at an extra-ordinary place

It was in a school - not an ordinary school either

So five of us sat and ordered our food

It was a simple 3-course western meal

Prepared by kids learning to be chefs

Served by a gangly kid learning to be a waiter

It was a great meal because they were trying so hard

Although they got one of the orders wrong

And our drink glasses often in need of filling

Stood empty

Waiting

They were learning

And we were treated to a good meal.

Check them out at:

http://www.aps.edu.sg/

... and give it a try.

National Cancer Centre (NCC) Needs YOU!

Finally, my Christmas wish made in 2010 will come true! The National Cancer Centre is starting a Companion Programme. Volunteers will be on hand at the ATU (Ambulatory Treatment Unit) to help patients coming for chemotherapy make their sessions a little more pleasant. This is easily done with a warm smile and quiet companionship. Other than that, volunteers will be on hand to get queue numbers, collect medication, buy drinks or food, lend a listening ear or chat for awhile. Believe me, it makes a world of difference to just have someone friendly around you.

I went through chemotherapy twice (2008 & 2010). I was blessed to have friends accompany me for every session. It made an awful experience a little more pleasant because of a friend by my side. I thank God for them.

Having noticed those who were there alone or with reluctant and grumpy companions, I thought how wonderful if we could have a pool of volunteers to light up the day for the patients ... even if for just a moment.

So, calling all those who can spare 3 hours a week (10am - 1pm or 12 noon - 3pm) to join me to cheer a cancer patient on. It takes so little ... to give so much.

It is always easier to write a cheque. This time you are signing a cheque for something more precious than money - your time!

Training session will be held at NCC on Friday 7 October 2011 from 1pm - 5.30pm.

Email me at basecamp30@gmail.com if you want to volunteer.

SEE YOU!