"There is nothing better than the encouragement of a good friend"- K Hathaway
These are some of the words of encouragement received during the 2005 Seconds To Give Campaign. A BIG thank you to all!
| Melissa McAuliffe 12/10/2005 02:40 PM Hi Victor Walter and I are sorry to hear about your Dad, we would love to give some clothing (we have alot of kids stuff) and also give a donation we will start to go through our stuff this weekend. Take care Love Mel and Wal |
| Roland Brockman 12/10/2005 02:48 PM Victor, I'll be in on this. Just let me know when you are ready to receive clothes. Regards Roland |
| Monique Koelmeyer 12/10/2005 02:49 PM Victor I think this is a great idea and I'm really inspired by your attitude that you decided to do something about it. I have regular clean outs of my wardrobe and cause I'm not a horder already got rid of bags of clothes but I will have some more shoes (which will probably fit women in philippines) and some more clothes to get together for November. It's good you told me about it otherwise it would have ended up in the charity bin. By the way, my condolensces for your father, it seems like he had a full and long life. I will also pass this on to others who I think may be interested. cheers Monique Koelmeyer |
| Debra McLean Sent by: Debra Mclean 12/10/2005 02:49 PM Hi Victor, You are such a sweetheart, warms my soul to know there are people as lovely as you around. My heartfelt condolences to you after the loss of your dad, he sounds like he was a wonderful man. Count me in for your project, I'll help out where I can with clothing, and I'm happy to help out with packing etc aswell. I've also passed this onto my friends outside of work. Kind regards, Debs McLean |
| Claire Hartley 18/10/2005 11:06 AM Hi Victor, Garry & I have some clothes for you. Can we drop them off to you at home this weekend? Regards, Claire Hartley |
| Adrian Wrathall 12/10/2005 03:00 PM Victor, I'd love to help you with your project, it sounds like a fantastic cause. I can bring some second hand mens and womens clothing in, just tell me when you would like to collect them. I'm very sorry for your loss, I hope you are going alright which I know you will since you are such a positive person. Thanks Adrian |
| Serge Davidoff 12/10/2005 03:21 PM You want I forward this to people in my office ??? Regards, Serge Davidoff |
| Mercy Diones 12/10/2005 04:37 PM Kuya!! Ive got heaps of clothes left over from that op shop sale I ran a couple of months ago. There just stuck in our garage and mums getting tired of seeing them there cluttering up our space. Ill be happy to donate them to the village!! And depending on �working� times I�ll come help sort and pack as well! It�ll give me an opportunity to talk and catch up as well as giving you the donation ill happily give in regards to the pack and sending. Anyways I�ll forward your message to ppl (Christine and gecel will get the original but dw ill edit the message for everyone else) and hopefully we�ll get some replies *grins* Anyways take care until we meet again! Mercy Diones |
| Jenny Matthews 12/10/2005 04:43 PM Hi Victor Very glad to cu back ! I was very sorry to hear about your Dad. I understand only too well how sad it is to loose your Dad. I don't think it matters how old they are - they are still too young even at 86 to go ! But as we both know there is nothing you can do other than remember and appreciated the time you had with them while they were here. As for the clothes for a whole village - I would love to help ! I can certainly provide clothes & $10 towards shipping. And would be more than happy to help you with the packing - just let me know when and where ! And I would like to just add what a terrific initiative this is ! cu soon Jenny Matthews |
| Shirley King 13/10/2005 03:04 PM Hi Victor, This is a great idea! I have some clothing - I take it you would prefer summer wear? I may be able to help in the sorting/pkg department depending on the date - let me know. S. |
| John Hickey 13/10/2005 03:31 PM Hi Victor, Sorry to hear about your loss. I'm happy to help out with clothes (they may be a little on the large side) and put me down for $10 towards the shipping. I won't have a chance this weekend but will make it a point for next weekend to have a clear out. Also let me know if you need a hand picking stuff up. Cheers John Hickey |
| Liza Simpson 14/10/2005 08:48 AM Hi Victor, Yes please put me down to help - fantastic idea and i have loads of clothes I never wear. Any restrictions on what we can donate - ie inappropriate clothes for the climate?? As for drinks tonight - no major plans but please pop over for swann drinks where I will be having a few. Cheers Liza |
| Sue Picken 14/10/2005 10:09 PM Please respond to suepick5 Hi Victor, I love this idea. I have a bag full of clothes already!! I would love to help pack them as well and am very happy to give $10.00 towards postage. What a great gift for christmas. Will it work for me to come into the city for lunch with you in November and bring in some bags of clothes then? Luv Suze |
| Christine Oakley 14/10/2005 08:22 AM Way to go babe!!!! :))))) |
| Sharon Gilbert 17/10/2005 03:28 PM Hi Victor, Monique forwarded on your email. My daughter and I are just completing a spring clean of our cupboards and draws and will have some clothing to give to you cause. As I will be bringing in household stuff for the JDRF trash and treasure over the next couple of days, I can bring the clothing in towards the end of the week and beginning of next week if that is OK with you. Regards, Sharon Gilbert |
| Rowenna Simon 18/10/2005 09:26 AM I got 1 garbage bag full of my old clothes & will probably bring them in on Thurs in time for when ur bringing ur car (my back's still sore from walking 2 laps last Sunday). From ur email i gather u have spoken to Hotshots people re: air freight? or did u find another provider? Thanks and Regards, Rowenna Simon |
| John Hickey 18/10/2005 09:41 AM Victor, If it is any help, I drive in each day and park in the basement. If people bring boxes into the office, say once a week I could go home (Ringwood) via Caulfield and drop off a load. Let me know if it helps. Cheers John Hickey |
| Jenni Fuller 18/10/2005 09:34 AM Hi Victor, Sorry I didn't e-mail you back sooner!!! I am really sorry to hear about your Dad. He sounded like a really great man, it seems like you have inherited his thoughtfulness and kindness. I would love to help out in some way, I'm heading out to my Mum and Dad's place tonight so I'll see what I can scrounge up from there. I'm sure I'll be able to find some clothes in my cupboard too. Please keep smiling Victor, you're are such a lovely person. Jen Jenni Fuller |
| Renate Wolf 18/10/2005 09:30 AM That�s amazing, I only just read your first email. Good to hear from you, glad you�re back safely and once again, I feel your loss. What a wonderful gesture - I am very proud of you. You have amazing drive that will make this happen! I�ll check out what I can do and get back to you. I may be able to source some boxes also. Leave it with me. Would like to catch up if you have some time. Perhaps we could meet for lunch? Which end of the city do you work in? Let me know. Cheers! Ren |
| Jo-Anne Arnold 18/10/2005 12:18 PM Hi Victor, I don't know anyone specifically but you could look on the intranet in the worplace giving section. I believe the contact in Belinda McLean. She may be able to help out. in the meantime I will circulate your email to others and see if they can also contribute. Jo |
| Joan Joseph 18/10/2005 01:04 PM Hi Victor, I am sorry, but I cannot make it on the 13th. I have a wedding that day. However, I would like to contribute some clothing and some dollars to help send them. I hope to have them ready next week. Regards and congratulations on such a great initiative Joan |
| Sue Picken 25/10/2005 12:53 PM Please respond to suepick5 Hi Victor, Thanks for the invite!! I would have loved to have come and seen everyone's faces when you hand over the goods, if it was not in such a busy time of the year. I have my life coaching graduation on the 8th Dec and Richard's HBA christmas ball on the 10th Dec, as well as Shanai's grade 6 graduation on the 13th December! I received an email from Pam who is really getting into your project!! That's great! I suggested a fundraiser to contribute to the postage such as a free dress day at the school. Another idea is for people donating an item of clothing to include a gold coin towards postage. Another idea for you is to run a small raffle at your work and with friends (eg purchase something like a dinner for 2 voucher or a chocolate hamper or get a donation and then run a small raffle eg $1.00 a ticket or 10 tickets for $5.00) Her progressive dinner went well which is good. Did you have a nice weekend? We did, we went up to Bendigo to hear my daughter's choir sing in a cathedral up there. It was lovely and brought tears to my eyes. Are you going to the spring carnival? We are going to the Melbourne cup with Richard's work. I love the day (cos I love dressing up and also betting on the horses!). Well Victor, I better go, have a great day, Love Suze |
| From: Durlak, Jeannette (Adecco)
Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 2:58 PM Subject: RE: "Seconds To Give" Hi Victor Firstly, was very saddened to hear of your father's passing - my thoughts were with you. Take care. I am unfortunately not a hoarder and do tend to get rid of my clothes all the time - I am however happy to help out with packaging and hopefully some shipping costs too. Let me know when you need me to help. Kind regards Jeannette |
| From: Eva Hussain Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 7:34 AM To: 'Victor Guthrie' Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hello Victor, Very sorry to hear about your dad... I will have some clothes for you and will be in touch soon. Eva |
| From: Maria Mirenda
Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 7:44 AM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hi Victor, Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your father, given the previous events this year and just the general sadness of losing a loved one, my thoughts are with you and I hope (and it seems like you have) find strength during this difficult time. Maria |
| From: Pam Wood Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 7:46 AM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: Re: Seconds To Give Hi Victor I am a definate "in". I will get as many "seconds" as I can from my friends and I will definately help you pack and sort and I will donate some money to help you send this overseas. This is a GREAT project! You are a great man. So for now I will go and I will get about organising to get some second hand clothes. Lots of love from Me to You |
| From: Natasha Hosein Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 8:23 AM Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hi Victor I am so sorry to hear of your loss. We did wonder where you had been and why you didn't answer your phone. Deepesh and I have a lot to donate. Please give me a call when you've settled in a bit and we'll arrange a time to catch up and for a pick up. - Natasha |
| From: Liz Forbes Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 10:04 AM Subject: Hi Hi Victor I am really sorry to hear about your loss. I would love to help with the clothing. I have two small bags set aside ready to go and I will go through the rest of the families things in the next couple of weeks. I would also like to help with a donation toward shipping costs. Regards Liz Forbes |
| From: Stewart McKinnon Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 8:42 AM Subject: FW: Seconds To Give All, This is something I would like to support, so if you could find the time to keep reading and let me know how you are situated, I would appreciate it...I am very happy to be a mini collector and get what is gathered to Victor... I would like to arrange a drop off of clothes to Victor, Monday 7-Nov. That gives you the Cup weekend, plus one other to do your spring clean :) I'm also happy for this email to be passed on... thanks, Stewart P.S. Victor is a friend of mine, it isn't one of those usual spam type things... |
| From: Megan Langford Subject: FW: Seconds To Give Hello Family & Friends Please read the following email from my friend �Victor�, some of you would have met him as the �Grape Grazing Organizer� earlier this year. If anyone would like to contribute to his project, you may do so through me if easier. To put a time frame on it, can you please let me know if you have anything to contribute by the end of October. Thanks preshies Megs xx |
| From: Megan Donald Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 9:23 AM Subject: Re: Seconds To Give Oh Victor, I am sorry to hear about your father, but no doubt he is watching you from heaven with admiration!! He sounds like he was an amazing man, which is probably where you get your strength and compassion from. My sincere condolences. If you need someone to talk to or a shoulder to cry on I am always available. My love to you and your family. I would be more than happy to help out your project. I can't guarantee any 'hands on time' to help (with my exams from now until mid November) but I do have a lot of clothes that I don't wear anymore that need a good home. I will sort them out in the next couple of weeks and drop them up to you. Cheers megs x |
| From: rebecca wintle Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 9:31 AM To: Victor Guthrie Cc: Dan at work Subject: Re: Seconds To Give Hi Victor! I wish I had gotten this 3 months ago! I just donated 4 garbage bags of clothes to St. Vincents! I have lost so much weight that I had all these clothes that were too big for me. There is still more though so I will get them together for you over this weekend. I have also forwarded this to my family and friends as well as the people I work with. I have told them that I would collect whatever they have to spare and I will also get this all to you. Of course I would like to make a cash donation too to go towards shipping. I am really sad to hear of the loss of your father. It is really impressive to hear of your positive outlook on the whole situation and how you have made a sad time in your life, into a joyous one for the people from your Dad's village. Speak to you soon. Luv Bec xx |
| From: HELEN MALEK Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 9:44 AM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: Re: Seconds To Give Dear Victor, Thanks for your email, and I am very sorry to hear about your Dad. I am more than happy to help with the second hand project. I will also ask my mum and her neibour. and I am more than happy to donate to the shipping,...the least I can do to bring some happiness at xmas time. p.s if you need help, say packing, ironing and if it can be done on a sunday, please let me know take care for now Helen |
| From: Falkenberg, Robert (Freelance)
Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 10:17 AM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hi Victor, I am very sorry to hear this news. 86 is a good age to achieve. I hope I can get to that age at least. I think everyones personal thoughts when this event happens are held deep within but I can't help but believe that a certain "part" of the deceased becomes you and whatever you do from this time on you question "what would dad have done" We must catch up and on the clothes point we will see what we have at home. (Maybe my brown suit !!!!) regards Robert Falkenberg |
| From: Janice Ryan Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 10:42 AM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: Re: Seconds To Give I love your project! Will definitely put away anything suitable (hey, this means that instead of feeling guilty about not being able to fit into any of my clothes, I can feel good!). Warm regards, Janice |
| From: Family Roode Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 1:01 PM To: Victor Guthrie Cc: Dave Roode Work Subject: Re: Seconds To Give Hi Vic Very sorry to hear about your dad:( By the sound of things he seems to have been a man to be celebrated and we think you've chosed a wonderful and beautiful way of celebrating the full life that he has lived. Of course we will participate! I am also happy to assist you with the packing of items. I will circulate this email to all our friends and will collect things for when we see you guys on 6th of November x Ilonka, Dave and Danielle |
From: Leyla Yuksel Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 1:10 PM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Victor, that is a great idea. I will look and see if I have anything. I will also ask around my friends to see if they have anything they can also give. Talk soon, Leyla. |
| From: Alwyn Hendricks Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 3:14 PM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hi Vic, sorry to hear about your dad. How goes it with you ? Me ? in Abu Dhabi at the moment still traveling a lot for work, i guess no change there... but looking at getting out of the UK at the end of next year... maybe singapore. It's all a bit fuzzy... al ps. I hear you're chatting up my mum again... heh |
| From: olivia Hague Sent: Wednesday, 12 October 2005 5:52 PM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: Re: Seconds To Give Hi Victor Sorry to hear about your dad. I am glad to hear you are well and an important project has come from your grief! I have a bag of ladies clothes (most never worn) as my mum bought lots of clothes but got too fat before she wore them! I will be happy to deliver them to your place and donate the $10 towards the shipping fee. As you know I had a great trip to the Phillipines this year but was shocked by how poor they were, it reminded me of the poorest parts of Guatemala, I have travelled through 50 countries and was surprised how a country so close to Australia could live the way they do and still smile! I will be in touch. Goodluck with your project. Lots of hugs Liv xxx |
| From: Liz Forbes Sent: Thursday, 13 October 2005 10:03 AM Subject: RE: Hi Hi Victor I have a couple more bags for you. I have my workmates clearing out there wardrobes now too. I would also like to help with the packing. I am a little pressed for time with work and Harrison but I am sure I could find a day on a weekend and I can sort and box the stuff I get at home into mens, womens and the sizes and kids and the sizes if that is how you are organising things. Let me know what you need. - Liz |
| From: Tzu Ho Sent: Thursday, 13 October 2005 8:06 AM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Victor, Sorry to hear about your dad but it's grateful that you look things positively! I'm touched by your thoughts and could really put it into action and start 'Seconds to Give'! Good on you, Victor! You have my full support and I'll be glad if I can help out. I have got lots of old clothing at home, but it just that whether I can be ready to pack them for you in time. If I am not, I would still very much like to put in some donation to help you for shipping or any overheads that you may have. Once you have decided the pick up time with others, can you please let me know when do you plan to come down to the city office - Target Centre. MM, OD are in the same building too. Ok, keep in touch! Regards, Tzu |
| From: Helena Cai Sent: Thursday, 13 October 2005 10:17 AM To: 'Victor Guthrie' Cc: 'Greg Linwood' Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hi Victor, Sorry to hear that your Dad has passed away� But you are right, it is the time to celebrate his life and cherish what you are having, rather than being sorrow and sad� It is a wonderful project, Greg and I will be glad to be able to contribute a little, we certainly got some second-hand cloth to donate, but If you need any help packing, please let us know when. Have a nice week! Helena |
| From: Latimer, Narelle
Sent: Thursday, 13 October 2005 11:28 AM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Yes I did send you a note, It was asking you if winter clothes are going to be too hot or if you want just summer stuff. as you know I have lots of clothes, so I will endeavour to go through my waredrobe and select some clothes that I can give away. I have been abck at work for about i year now, but only working part time, three days a week. at the moment I am at the sexual offences and child abuse unit....very interesting. Anyway we must catch up soon. I said we would organise a catch up with bec as she is now back from canada, however i have only seen her twice since shes been back. Life is so busy lately, for all of us. Hope to see you soon and I will let you know when to come and collect the clothes, or I could maybe drop them off. See you soon Narelle |
| From: rebecca wintle Sent: Thursday, 13 October 2005 12:15 PM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hopefully we will start to get stuff from my work collegues next week after the weekend. I should also be able to go through my wardrobe this weekend too. I'll call you next week and let you know how it is going. Bec xx |
| From: Violeta Loayza Sent: Thursday, 13 October 2005 3:17 PM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hi Victor, Very sorry to hear about your Dad. I am sure he is a better place now together with your mum. Is hard to believe that even though you were going through tough times you still send me a cheerful message for my birthday.. - you are a v. nice guy.. Is very inspiring to see what you are doing for the people in the village. I'd love to help so I'll see what I can do. I will let you know next week what I have and when I can meet you/drop anything off. Take care of yourself, - Violeta |
| From: Brad Sent: Thursday, 13 October 2005 7:22 PM To: 'Victor Guthrie' Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hi Victor, Sorry to hear about your dad. You have written a very touching piece about him. What an inspiration you can be and what a great project to initiate and run with. What a great legacy for your parents to be remembered by as well. Let me know when you want some help sorting etc and I will see what I can do. Have you approached any of the shipping companies re getting your goods transported over there on the cheap? Keep me updated. Cheers Brad. |
| From: Jane Court Sent: Friday, 14 October 2005 8:34 AM Cc: Dianne Birch Subject: Fwd: Fw: "Seconds To Give" Dear Victor, I received your email through Dianne Birch. I am just in the process of clearing the house of all unwanted clothing and would be happy to pass to you instead of an op shop. would also be happy to donate a small amount for the delivery. Let me know how to get clothes to you. Regards Jane Court PS: Di - are you acting as drop off point by any chance??? |
| From: Alan Scott Sent: Friday, 14 October 2005 9:21 AM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hi Victor, Firstly, my condolences on your fathers passing. It�s not easy losing a parent, but it sounds as though your father gave you a lot to carry you through life. We�re the lucky ones when we have parents like yours, unfortunately though this also makes these times even harder. Also, on the clothes front; Tina and I will have a look over the weekend to pick out some unwanted stuff that is still in good nick. I�ll let you know how we go next week. All the best. Cheers, Scottie. |
| From: Sim Ung Sent: Friday, 14 October 2005 10:42 AM To: 'Victor Guthrie' Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Victor, Is there place cool or cold i.e do they need any woollens? What�s your phone no by the way? Sim |
| From: ELIZABETH FOX Sent: Monday, 17 October 2005 1:49 PM Subject: Hi Dear Vic it was nice to read about your Dad's life you must have been proud of him . I wish you every success in your project to send clothes back home , take care and have a good week love from Tassie.xx. |
| From: Craig Samson Sent: Friday, 14 October 2005 2:40 PM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hi Vic, I�m really sorry to hear about your father, but he sounded like an unbelievable person who you were obviously very proud of. Sounds like he had a great inning�s and what a great time to celebrate his life. Mate, I have got heaps of clothing at home that I need to get rid of and the girls here at the office are going to bring in what they have got also. I have forwarded the email on to a couple of friends so we�ll see what happens. I�ve asked them to bag and label as requested and I�ll get them to all drop them of at my office so that there is only one pick up. I�ve got a few pairs of work boots that are in near new condition. Would this be appropriate??? Twas good to hear from you, and I�ll ring you when I�ve got some stufffffff�� Craig Samson |
| From: Jodie Mazzini Sent: Monday, 17 October 2005 4:38 PM To: 'Victor Guthrie' Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hi Buddy, Just thought I would update you with the good news that all the people I sent out your email to have onsent it to other too and I have about 6 people so far who are happy to help out with clothes!!!!! I have asked them to get it to me and I can get it to you and sort as well. Are you going to have a "committee" to help sort and pack? If so, I am happy to help out and be on the committee :)) Cheers Jodie x |
| From: julie.mirabile Sent: Monday, 17 October 2005 9:55 AM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: Re: Seconds To Give Hey Victor, Just back from my overseas trip of a month...at my desk Monday morning.... got your email. I'm very sorry to hear about your dad - he sounds like an amazing man, and i'm not for a second confused about where you get your generous nature. Any man who has ten kids had to have a sliver of that! So, good for you in recognising how wonderful he was...I hope you are coping and if you need to talk, I understand and am always a decent ear to help support those who struggle with losing others xx Now, as for the other bit of your email - what a lovely idea. I will rummage and see what I can do, and forward this to other friends to do the same. Designer jeans may be out - but we can find what we can, hey? I'll let you know what I come up with ! Big hug to you.... will be in touch xxxxx Kind Regards Julie Mirabile |
| From: Sandra Sent: Wednesday, 19 October 2005 5:05 PM To: 'Victor Guthrie' Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hi Victor, I am so sorry to hear about your father. It seems like he had a very rewarding life although I�m sure it was tough. You sound very positive especially now you have found a new goal. It would seem very worth while to think that the clothes are going to good use. When we give to charity in Australia you don�t know if someone will wear them or they get ripped up for rags or worse thrown away. I�ve been meaning to clean out the boys clothes because they will be shifting bedrooms soon. I�ll think that I�ll have more baby clothes than anything since the other clothes get handed down to the next one. And some of the hand me down are really down and out and nobody will want them, I mean holes in the knees down and out. Anyway, see how I go, and I�ll drop them around before the 13th. Mean while, stay cheery as much as you can. I know its hard because you�ll have times when you�ll miss Dad. Give yourself a hug and keep going. Think of you. - Sandra |
| From: mcgregor Sent: Wednesday, 19 October 2005 12:13 PM To: 'Victor Guthrie' Subject: RE: Seconds To Give Hey Victor, sorry I havent read your earlier email, but Ive read all of this one now. What a top idea! I think the op shops here in Oz have more than enough 2nd hand stuff - to give clothes to villagers such as you describe who would not otherwise have access, is a ripping idea. Well done. I will have a scrounge around here and will no doubt come up with a box full between the 3 of us. I will also mention your plan to some other people who I reckon will have clothes to give also. I am unfortunately not able to help on 13th as I will be in Qld for a week's holiday. Would love to have got involved otherwise. Maybe I will speak to you closer to the day and I might be able to assist prior, in some way. Let me know your phone no. Victor please Cheers Claire |
| From: Pam Wood Sent: Tuesday, 18 October 2005 2:51 PM To: Pam Wood Subject: Fw: Seconds To Give - An Update Hello to you all, I am writing this email with a request for some help. A wonderful friend of mine Victor Guthrie, has started a project called Seconds to Give. He comes from a very small village in the Philippines and recently had to return due to his father passing away. He always takes clothes that he no longer needs to give away to his cousins - and they are always so delighted to receive these clothes. An inspiration occurred to Victor when he was there in his village three weeks ago and he thought "How great would it be if everyone in the village (about 500 people) all got new (second hand) clothing at Christmas time!" So Victor has started to ask people that he knows, if they had any clean second hand clothing that was no longer of use, to donate some of that clothing to "Seconds to Give" and he will ensure that all of the articles are sent to the Philippines. As I know you and I am committed to helping Victor achieve his dream, my request to you is for you to have a look through your wardrobes to find any summer clothes that are no longer of use to you, and organise me to pick them up from you. I will then take them to Victor and we will pack the clothing into boxes on November 13. If we are inundated with clothes, anything left over (or clothing that would be too hot to wear in the Philippines) will be donated to a Melbourne Charity that is in need of clothing. If there is any other way that you think you could help make this project a reality, that a whole village in a remote part of the Philippines all have a wonderful and surprising Christmas, please either let me know or call Victor on the number on the flyer. Thank you for considering to be part of this project, and spreading a little love a long way. Lots of love from Pam |
| From: Romald Stevensen Sent: Thursday, 20 October 2005 8:19 PM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: RE: Seconds To Give - 3 bags full! Hi Victor, I've got three garbage bags of clothes for you - mens, womens and kids. We'll be over in Bentleigh this Saturday at around 2pm so we can drop the clothes to you on our way over to Romy's sister's place. If you have a safe place for me to drop the bags during the week while you are at work I can do that too. Otherwise, if you'd like to come for a drive you are most welcome to visit us in Point Cook. But I'm sure that you are very busy. This is a very ambitious project - and I admire you greatly for your commitment and enthusiasm. I think we've got two large packing boxes in the garage from our house move which we can also donate. So, let us know how we can get these bags to you and we will arrange it. Take care. Justine Stevensen |
| From: Susie Molino Sent: Sunday, 23 October 2005 1:27 PM To: Victor Guthrie Subject: Re: The Happiness Bank Hey! I've been trying to reply to your emails but they keeping being sent back for some reason so I thought I would give it one more shot!! I don't check my email much anymore cos I don't live here at mum and dad's anymore. I would love to give you some clothes to send to the Philippines and the money to send them over too. Just let me know where to drop them off! Bye for now Susie |
| From: Dianne Birch Sent: Tuesday, 25 October 2005 4:06 AM To: VICTOR GUTHRIE Subject: Clothes Hi Victor I have delivered another shipment of clothes, but to Ken and Jodie's. I had 3 heavy bags plus more and couldn't contemplate getting them up your stairs. Is it okay to leave them under the stairs with your name on them or better not to? I expect to have more. One of the large bag's at Ken and Jodies is not labelled. It is boys clothes for ages 10 - 12 approx. We dropped them off yesterday on the way to Jess's party and Nathan and I put them at the front door of the neighbour by mistake and when we had finished their dog came to the window and started barking so we put on our skates and moved everything down to the correct doorway. We had to laugh (later) I didn't at the time. I hope you are getting a great response. The doctor I work for has 5 children and I know I will be getting more next Friday. Out of interest is this a project you are doing in relation to a Landmark course? Not that it matters but I was just interested. Have a great day. Dianne :) |
| From: melissa smallwood Sent: Wednesday, 26 October 2005 3:31 PM Subject: RE: Seconds To Give - An Update dear victor i am sorry to hear about your dad and give you all my love. you will always have the wonderful memories and i hope they bring you comfort during this time. as for your cause i will have a look at home and get back to you. you are such a caring person the world is lucky to have you. we will have a housewarming in a few weeks so i'll let you know when we work out when. we're not organised at all i never want to move again! take care and i'll talk to you soon love melissa |
| From: Jodie Mazzini Sent: Wednesday, 26 October 2005 8:03 PM To: Victor Home Subject: FW: "Seconds To Give" Hi Vic, Thought you might like another pat on the back... keep up the great work!!! Speak soon Jodie x |
| From: Jackie Saad Sent: Wednesday, 26 October 2005 5:01 PM To: 'Jodie Mazzini' Subject: RE: "Seconds To Give" Hi Jodie I can't believe it. I have only just gone through our clothes about 3 weeks ago and deposited them in a charity bin. If I come across anything else I will definitely let you know. Such a beautiful gesture on Victor's part - there should be more people like him in the world! Cheers Xx Jax |
| From: Jackie Djohan Sent: Wednesday, 26 October 2005 10:34 PM Subject: seconds to give Hi Victor, My name is Jackie and i received your e-mail and would love to give you some clothes (mainly childrens).I am getting some things together and will have them ready in a week or two whichever suits you.I am happy to deliver them to you. Will possibly hear from you soon.. Bye Jackie |
| Helen Goodale 09/11/2005 09:47 AM Victor, you are to be congratulated on a worthy job very well done. Good luck with your trip and please include me in the email that has the photos Craig takes! I will pass this email on to Anne McKenzie, I know she will also be very proud of what you have achieved! Take care over there, look after yourself and we look forward to the next installment. Kind regards, Helen |