Hongbaos for Haiti

Firstly, just let me explain my hiatus.

My fam was around and its been such a crazy time with all the weekend trips to Madrid and Amsterdam and what not. Then I was hit by a bad headache which pretty much left me useless for days.

My work is currently in the most devastated state. I havent clerked any patients for 1 whole week, and this has been observed by my profs, which is utterly embarrassing.

But it is CNY after all, which perks me up a bit, though I dont quite get the atmosphere here in London. But im not complaining much cos it is nice to have my brother and alvin around to spend it with this year. I wish it wouldnt be so cold here though. Just when I thought it was getting nice and warm.

Anyway, Ive decided that this year, Im going to be doing something meaningful for CNY, after reading abt the Haiti Earthquake.

So, here I am, blatantly canvassing for support for my baby fundraising project for the kids affected by the Earthquake.

Hongbaos for Haiti

Basically, my good friend Stef and I have decided that this year we would be pledging part of our Hongbao money for UNICEF, who is involved in the relief missions in Haiti, following the Earthquake country on 12th of Jan.

Haiti is the poorest country in the western hemisphere and half of its population are under 21years old. Although rescue missions are starting to end, funds are urgently needed for rebuilding and to provide safe water, temporary shelter systems, essential medical supplies etc. UNICEF concentrates their works on orphans, young children and their mothers. As we all know, these people are usually the ones who are most vulnerable in such disasters.

So here I am, appealing to all of you, no matter where you are in the world, to extend a little of your kindness as you enjoy this festive season to these people. Please join our FB group to help spread the msg, and you can make your donation via this website.

What we hope is that, you would not only make the donation, but leave a personal msg for your friends to do the same. No amt is too little, and telling 1 other friend is also great help! And hopefully, together all of us would be able to raise a substantial amt by the end of the CNY.

Here's wishing everyone an awesome chinese new year! 新年快乐！