Hi Kelvin, Simon and Merry,

Here’s a thank you email sent by Nathalie’s mum to share Nathalie’s joy with
you:

Nathalie is so comfortable with her new room that she spends most of the
time in there, reading and writing.  Yes, she spends less time watching the
TV drama series now….

My hubby and I would like to express our gratitude to all who have helped
grant Nathalie’s wish.   Especially Christine and  Ricardo who hv spent so
much effort in making it possible,  like spending weekends watching “High
School Musical”, liasing with so many parties to bring out the best.  To Pei
Leng and hubby who have helped in coordinating and attending to the details.
And also  Merry, Kelvin and  Steven for making time out of their busy
schedules to share Nathalie’s joy.

These are the people who did not even know us prior to this, but,  they
care.   Thanks!

Cheers!

Debbie

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That was a note that Debbie (CEO of Make-A-Wish® Foundation) dropped to us. Certainly sent a tingle of warmth to our hearts when we read the note. However, this would not have been possible if not for everybody’s contribution to the Pick Me Up book whether is it through spreading of the word, purchasing of the book, contribution to the production of it. And we sincerely thank you all for making that difference in Nathalie’s life.

The Team @ Pick Me Up

Yesterday, we had the honor to have Ms Debbie Seah from Make-A-Wish® Foundation to drop by our Book Sales HQ. She shared with us an inspiring story that moved several people to tears.

She spoke about a wish that was granted to Joseph, a 17 year old boy. He had renal failure and had to wash dishes for a living to help pay for his medical bills whenever he is free. Most of the time, he has to stay at the hospital for dialysis and treatment. His one biggest wish was to own a laptop so that he could spend time with his friends whenever he is at the hospital.

The volunteers at the Foundation picked him up and planned to make his laptop wish come true. But they also decided to go an extra mile. They got to know that Joseph loved cooking and they went on a secret mission to tie up with the Four Seasons Hotel.

The volunteers ferried the unsuspecting boy to the hotel. He wondered what was going on; why was he being brought to such a grand location. The moment he stepped into the hotel, he was greeted by an entourage of smiling staff and was escorted like royalty to the hotel ballroom. When Joseph opened the door, he was pleasantly surprised.

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