For Mama and For Charity

In the spirit of carpe diem and balancing our lives as mothers and women, I'd like to share something a little different today.....

For mothers in Kuching (or those who can fly to Kuching):

An International Women Conference is taking place on 13th and 14th August 2010. The theme is: The Beautiful Woman. (Now if that's not us, who is?)

I think this is a good time and place for women to be encouraged. Goodness knows how much we need that as we juggle work, family, chores and everything under the sun. When I first saw the itinerary, my first instinct was "Oh no, the hours are way too long and I've got this and that to do.." But then again, why are we mothers always feeling so guilty about cutting ourselves some slack once in awhile? A break from routine, some uplifting words, getting to know other women or mothers are great ways to rejuvenate us. Hey, we might even learn something new from the speakers too!

The entrance cost ONLY RM50.00 (inclusive of meals and tea breaks) and if you register before 31st May 2010, it is ONLY RM30.00!!! You can't get a better bargain than this... a family meal at a restaurant already costs more than that. ;)

If however, you really need to attend to family matters, there are breaks in between scheduled talks so you can leave for awhile---- just make sure you come back!!!

For mothers everywhere:

I stumbled upon this quite by accident; Elevyn is organising a contest where all you have to do is take a picture with your beloved mother or one with your child and send it with a Mother's Day message to info@elevyn.com by 31st May 2010. 

Why am I highlighting this event in particular? Simply because the organisation has a good cause to help marginalised families move out of poverty through the sale of their products. Most of us are very fortunate to be in very privileged positions and I always believe that if we can do our bit to help others while we can, why not spare a moment? It doesn't cost us very much. 

The prizes include discount vouchers for Lollietots and Tiny Tapir, both of which sell earth friendly or green baby products, as well as a photo session with Anna Rina, wedding and lifestyle portrait photographer based in KL, Malaysia. (She's got incredible biceps! Check her out!)

For more details, look up http://www.elevyn.com/mom and KLue.

So, mamas... Let's do our bit for ourselves and for others. :D

Carpe Diem, ladies!

Becky