Meet One Of Our Expo Vendors/Week of 6-17-2012

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Hey everyone and welcome to the official Blog Site for Beauty and Fashion Connection’s Expo. To help our guest navigate the expo in style on October 13th, 2012, we have decided to highlight one vendor or participant each week. So many times we attend expos and purchase items from their booths but fail to connect with them. This informal site is the first step in getting to know the person behind the face. I want you to meet L. McGregor or Lo Mac, the President and Creator of, Little Pampu and CB Inc. “CB” is the abbreviation for Chocolate Bunnies. In case you didn’t know, Little Pampu is a children’s character and she is a brown bunny belonging to the family of Chocolate Bunnies. Her stories will focus on restoring hope and dreams in children and adults alike. Little Pampu’s adventures begin during her dreams. Upon awakening, she tells everyone about her dreams and eventually she will do what she has dreamed about. Her motto is, “Proving That Dreams Do Come True!” As we begin our interview, I immediately recognize that L. McGregor is the human version of her main character. Join in as we talk about her highlights and achievements with her new and expanding company.

KellyGirl~ How did Little Pampu come about?

L. McGregor~ Well, I have always been a reader with a vivid imagination. I have written short stories and poems for as long as I can remember. Many years ago, I self-published a book of poems and short stories titled, An Eyes Journey. Anyway, I decided to create this character. My son drew it based off of another drawing I created and the rest followed.

KellyGirl~ Where has Little Pampu taken you as an author?

L. McGregor~ This experience has been a journey and everyone I meet loves the concept. I noticed that all children enjoy hearing the concept behind Little Pampu, her adventures and can’t wait for the release of Little Pampu’s first book. She has a way of restoring hope to those who will read it.

KellyGirl~ Is Little Pampu an extension of you?

L. McGregor~ Yes! We have the same eyes and I was Little Pampu as a young girl. Matter of fact, I am still her. She is very determined and adventurous like myself and is not afraid to try new and exciting things. I just finished my degree a couple of years ago and just like my main character, dreams do come true.

KellyGirl~ How did you get the opportunity to vend at Printer’s Row in downtown Chicago? That is such a huge event that is recognized worldwide.

L. McGregor~ It was a last minute thing that I heard about and knew I had to be a part of it. I submitted my vendor information and had to go through their approval system and was accepted. I was shooting for the children’s section as well but it didn’t work out this time. I was well received at the event.

KellyGirl~ How did the “Children” receive you at the event?

L. McGregor~ The children responded quite well and loved it but the adults loved it even more! They saw the concept of “Hope” and they saw that they can still live out their dreams but were excited that children would understand that their dreams can come true too as well.

KellyGirl~ Do you plan to expand Little Pampu and CB Inc. into other ventures?

L. McGregor~ Yes. I would like to write more books, create a cartoon, Little Pampu Parties, toys, games, more clothing and other products.

KellyGirl~ What are Little Pampu Parties?

L. McGregor~ They are parties centered around the motto and theme for children. They will become totally immersed in Little Pampu and the Chocolate Bunnies’ world. I want to expand the vision in the same direction as American Girl, Hello Kitty, Disney, etc. You know, have flag stores, dolls, stuffed animals created like those characters, etc. I sometimes see abandoned buildings and dream of my retail store in that location. I have big dreams for this character and plan to live them out.

KellyGirl~ What are your plans for the expo?

L. McGregor~ I want to get the story established in Northwest Indiana and meet new people while making connections.

KellyGirl~ What are some of your other plans?

L. McGregor~ To read to children in local daycares, hospitals, bookstores, libraries as well as in the local school systems – matter of fact – everywhere in which Little Pampu is welcomed.

KellyGirl~ Any plans for the children at the expo?

L. McGregor~ Yes! Actually, I plan to host a children’s coloring session for a donation of $5 for ages 5-10 yrs. The funds collected will go to a children’s charity or club in the Indiana area. Children under 5 must be accompanied by their parents. I will use Little Pampu’s coloring book in a coloring and activity session. Afterwards, I will read Little Pampu’s book, Little Pampu Rides an Airplane, to the children and have a engaging conversation based off of the reading and their interpretation of what they wrote or colored during the coloring and activity session. I want to introduce them to Little Pampu and her family.

KellyGirl~ Any closing remarks?

L. McGregor~ Yes, I am still a dreamer. I dreamed of being an author and here I am! I just believe that if you can dream or think it you can do it. I want children to know this, never be afraid to dream and believe. I would also like to dabble into writing screen plays and comedy. I still to this day love theater and anything to do with the arts. The company, Little Pampu and CB, Inc. became official in January of this year and I started vending in April. I believe that the story is so successful because it touches children and adults of all races. Little Pampu’s sister is a white bunny and other members of her family are of various colors. This will contribute to its universal appeal.

KellyGirl~ Thanks L. McGregor for your time and I hope that everyone has an idea of who you are and that you are not just another vendor behind a booth.

L. McGregor~ Yes. Please visit the website, www.littlepampuandcbinc.com. We do have a Facebook page and I’m dabbling with a Twitter account. Just Google “Little Pampu” and you will find us! Thanks KellyGirl!

As you can see, L. McGregor is hoping, dreaming and living her life to the fullest just like her main character. Make sure you stop by her table during the expo. I am sure you will be inspired to pursue your purpose and destiny. And remember these words of William Shakespeare, “And to these are the things that dreams are made of.” Dream well L. McGregor, dream well.

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Meet One Of Our Expo Vendors/Week of 6-17-2012