Exchanging Gifts
Our team at work is making plans for our Thanksgiving annual reunion. This year, we'll be incorporating Secret Santa with a budget of 500 pesos. Something made me smile while organizing this as I had to write my own wish list. This exercise made me pause in appreciation because it seemed hard for me to answer "What do I really want to receive this year?" I realized that despite the inflation rate and the fact that nothing is secure nowadays, I still find contentment in what we have. With God as our provider before and after having a child, I have the resources now to buy both needs and wants. Wise spending is also key here, because I got to save money through the years which provides a degree of comfort and peace of mind in this ever-changing world and amid adult responsibilities. With maturity also comes the awareness of what's really worth my time, effort, and financial resources. I rarely experience buyer's remorse because I think a lot and research before purc...
