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Introducing Nga Nga

Nga Nga is our lonely and bored indoor cat. He holds a special place in our hearts. Eight or nine years ago, my mom saw a tiny kitten trapped and crying in a water logged and deep monsoon drain that he must have fallen into.

Mom summoned me and I jumped in without thinking. The drain was so deep I could not climb back up. Had to walk a mile before finding a way to climb out, with the wet, dirtied and frightened kitten in hand. Nga Nga means baby in Cantonese. Was the name registered at the vet when he was sent for check up and vaccinations.

Nga Nga is seen here wearing a collar that came with one of the bags of cat food donated by Lewyee Ng through Tesco’s online purchase and delivery.

The cats still need food donations. See my recent post entitled “There Is Hope” (http://www.tvsmith.my/eclectic/there-hope) (or PM me for the Tesco link) and info on how you can help Nga Nga and my other cats. Thank you.

Pictures with Asus Zenfone3

A Valentine Day’s Gift

While not intentional, it was a pleasant Valentines Day’s gift for me and my cats, since it arrived today.

She is not only generous but, at my request, helpfully screenshot part of the purchase process to keep me in the loop. It will help me understand the process and to troubleshoot should other new donors have questions. So far it seemed simple and dependable, if you use a Malaysian issued credit or debit card.

Overall, Tesco portrayed a positive image in my limited dealings with them. From executive Jidz Mohamed to the truck driver or delivery guy. They adopt a “can do, will do” attitude. The delivery man called me for directions and I whatsapp him a map. He was willing to cart the tray into the house at my request. Well done Tesco for hiring and training staff with the right attitude. I am sure the invisible backend operation is complex in getting the orders properly sorted for shipping, The front end (Rino) was courteous, friendly and punctual. That bodes well for the nascent service.

1. Picture of Tesco delivery truck that was once done by the local grocery shop with a basket on the back of a bike.

2. Picture of one of my cats Naughty Nuri checking out the gifts. Unfortunately, only one bag came with a free collar. So I will give it to her.

3. Picture of sweet Lewyee Ng from her Facebook page.

4, The Tesco Man always smiles and rings twice.

I made a plea a few days ago under a post named There Is Hope (http://tvsmith.my/eclectic/there-hope). Future donors, please include a bag of cat litter or clumping sand, if you can. They are too heavy for me to purchase myself even, with a friend’s help. Links in the original FB post. Remember to PM or email (tvsmith at gmail.com) me for delivery address, phone number and delivery time slots. Thanks,

There Is Hope

After speaking to Jidz Mohamed of Tesco Malaysia, I can confirm you can donate cat food and cat litter for my 5 cats. Their usual brand is Smartheart Seafood Flavour and they are costing me a fortune currently. I have had them since rescuing and adopting them as orphaned homeless kittens.

My revenue is reduced with my recent medical condition. My mobility is affected too and shopping for heavy stuff is challenging, I worry constantly about their food and other burden but am cheered up when I see them play with me.

Tesco online store will deliver your online purchases and I will need to give you my address and mobile number privately. Please PM or email me tvsmith@gmail.com for that. You will also need to choose a time slot for delivery.

It is a dependable system used by many animal shelters and soup kitchens. Currently, generous and angelic PuiSee Chu has donated, helped me buy and delivered it to my home when she is able. Other kind people and animal lovers have donated too, after the last appeal.

If you are abroad, you might have problem using an overseas issued credit or debit card. That sucks. Let me know and I will check with Tesco. You can also send money by Pay Pal to tvsmith@gmail.com and I can utilise the funds to buy the needed food for the cats. Thank you for your donations and contributions.

Direct Link to Cat Food:
https://eshop.tesco.com.my/grocer…/en-GB/products/7000634743
*You may choose a bigger or smaller pack.

Direct Link to Cat Litter Clumping Sand:
https://eshop.tesco.com.my/grocer…/en-GB/products/7003668754

Picture of The Alleycats. Three of the cats when they were kittens and scavenging for food in the back alley. Tabby on the left is all grown up now and was shown recently at the vet with a loose tooth. Are there other things I need? Yes. Please ask by PM. Thank you.

Need Your Help

When I posted or published the recent Kampung Hakka and Santa Factory photo essays, several well-meaning friends messaged or commented that they were glad to see me out and about, and that I was recovering well. While I appreciate your positive prognosis, the truth is:

I wasn’t, really. I was fortunate to have a good caregiver. She pushed my wheelchair and drove me to exactly how I wanted to position the camera. The bottom line is: Good help must be fairly compensated. Nothing is free.

In addition, going to the faraway and exotic places cost plenty of money for tolls, petrol and meals that drained my pocket.

I like to be able to indulge in what I like instead of wallowing in despair and hopelessness. Also being able to photograph and write keep my mind. body and soul fresh, alert and positive.

Much as I want to get out and about, I have to be realistic about financial resources. I am saddled with bills for medical care, medicines, special transportation, physio therapy and many other day to day expenses without any incoming income.

When I last appealed for donations for food for my cats. many kind people and generous friends and even strangers from near and far responded promptly and meaningfully. That I appreciate deeply. I can’t thank you enough. You know who you are. Hugs.

I am therefore appealing to those who can afford it to make (another) small donation to keep the pictures and stories going. Think of it as important, critical and impactful crowdfunding. To the many who say they enjoyed the pictures and stories very much, here’s your chance to put your money where your mouth is. Haha. No obligations, though.

If you are abroad, you can send funds to my Pay Pal account at tvsmith@gmail.com
:
Fellow Malaysians at home may find it easier to bank in money to my RHB or make a simple online transfer.

RHB Bank Malaysia Current Account Name: T.V. Smith
A/C No: 2-12200-1012422-6 or 21220010124226 (without hyphens)
RHB Bank Taman Megah Branch
SWIFT Code: RHBBMYKL
My Tel: +6012 3368 360
My E-mail : tvsmith@gmail.com

Drop me a message or mail, if your name appear unfamiliar or mismatched so I can thank you personally. Thank you for helping. Happy holidays. Remember: every cent counts, no matter how small.

If you are unable to donate cash, donations of cat food in dry form or kibbles will also lessen my burden greatly. E-mail or message me to find out how or where you can drop it off.

It’s the season to be generous 🙂