News, views and woo hoos – May ‘10

Election Issue: Who’s getting your backing..?

Real Treehouse, if this sunny weather brings out the child in you and, like us, you feel like rolly-pollying on the grass, licking ice-lollies and climbing trees (gently!), you should spend an afternoon here, where you can walk among the beautiful tree canopies: Kew Gardens

Tree Aid, last month we helped plant trees in London, this time we’d like you to help us plant them in Africa.  There they can make a huge impact on the livelihood of entire communities.  Read more: Tree Aid

Sweet Tooth, we wanted to tell you about a little band we found who not only make dreamy, original music, they’re also carrying out the cutest competition we’ve come across in ages.  We’d be very proud if our members got involved.  Click here to hear their tunes and to spread the love with them: Sweet Tooth

TheGreatDateGuide, it’s very difficult to find unique date suggestions in saturated cyberspace, so we were tickled pink when we found this genius idea.  Having met the founder, marvellous Miss Mary, we’re even happier to share the wealth with you about this one.  She and her idea are inspirational.  Next time you’re looking for suggestions of what to do, go here:  GreatDateGuide

Good things that have happened to us:

There have been numerous nuptials since the Treehouse started, but those celebrated this month were particularly precious.  We witnessed the wonderful wedding of Amelie and Mark.  We’d have loved to show you a photo, but they’re still on their happy honeymoon – hurray!  They are a truly gorgeous couple, both inside and out.  Thank you for sharing your special day with us.  We had an absolute blast.  Warmest congratulations to you Mr & Mrs Jackson!

We were lucky enough to have a double spread article in The Big Issue.  Of course, you buy it anyway, but in case you’ve missed it, see if you can find April 26^th’s pink Election Issue.  Out now until Monday!

One of our members broke a marathon world record, for completing in 3.5 hours, despite being dressed as a tiger!  We would never attempt the run, let alone in a huge, hot, furry outfit, so we salute you, Kevin!

We also had our Boys’ and Girls’ Night In.  We hope you awesome attendees learnt as much as we did.  The results of our questionnaires made riveting reading.  We’re going to follow up with the results soon.  Anyone who hasn’t yet taken part online can request a copy.  Especially big thanks to Jen, Hugh and Jide for being the most perfect panel of pros.  Your insights were hugely helpful and ever so entertaining too.

Dating anecdotes:

Last Saturday, we took time out from our hectic schedule to help Marisa (who I happen to have introduced to her boyfriend of five years, Raph) hand out flyers for her fabulous new business Hubbub.  As we struck the streets of Stoke Newington (telling residents how they can now buy their favourite foods from local independent shops, online, and get them all delivered to their door) we were so chuffed to see a beautifully smiley couple strolling towards us, hand in hand: John and Lucy, who we’d set up some months before!  Funnily enough, they weren’t the only SiaT couple I saw then, I also bumped into one half of another Tree pairing, Sarah.  In fact, I encountered no less than nine separate buddies that day, leaving the girl flyering with me aghast “Do you know everyone in London?!”. I don’t, but I guess you pay us for our connections, good to see we’ve got them!  Thank you to J & L who followed up the street-meet with the most delicious box of Hummingbird Cupcakes, to reaffirm their appreciation.  It was absolutely our pleasure!  We couldn’t be happier for you.

Romantic rendezvous:

Anyone for tennis..?  Our buddy, Pete, came up with an ingenious plan: Singles Doubles.  We’re going to hire out 3/4 courts, to be shared between anyone who would like to play, one weekend afternoon (likely to be 22^nd May).  Strawberries and cream too.  Watch this space for details.

Top dating tip:

Keep up with current affairs, especially now.  We’re getting excited about the election; anything could happen.  We’re up for some debate, if you are.  Wonder who you think we’re backing? We reckon a lot of table talk will be about politics this month.  If you’re still unsure which way to vote, try this: Vote Match