Category Archives: parenting

Teaching a Child to Save

As early as now, I want my daughter to learn how to save. I believe at her age of 3, she now understands the value of money. Why do I think she understands? First, I’m teaching her numbers; from 1 to 999 (but she’s only comfortable until 199 so far) and sometimes she tries to…

Teach your child how to save

Saving money is really important. Even though my parents are well-off, they were able to teach me the value of saving money by buying me this huge plastic piggy bank. All throughout my elementary and high school years, my dad and I had a deal — whatever amount I was able to save in my…

Working Mom = Absent Mom ?

Now that I am starting to look for a full-time job OUTSIDE our home, again starts the debate with myself. Suddenly, I feel like it’s “not right” to start working, because my little Sanjo needs me. Even though I know that I will be working for his needs and his future, I can’t shake off…