Photo by RODNAE Productions from Pexels The onset of old age is one of the remaining sensitive topics left in contemporary culture. Everyone is aware of it, and everyone understands that it will occur at some point, yet it is still one of those subjects about which no one dares to speak. Nonetheless, barring a catastrophic event, we will all reach the age of retirement. Unfortunately, this means that burying your head in the sand, pretending it will not happen to you or someone you care about, or even just praying that everything will work out in the end ... Continue Reading...
The different types of foster care available
If you are new to foster care, you might assume there are only one or two options for foster parents. That is not the case. There are so many different types of children with various needs, and there are also different types of foster care options. For those planning on becoming a foster parent, you must learn the various types so that you choose the one that suits you and your lifestyle the most. Photo by Kindel Media from Pexels Short Term Fostering A short-term foster agreement sees the foster parents taking care of the child for only a short duration. That ... Continue Reading...
A mom’s 5 tips to handle family finances effectively
Handling one's finances effectively should be put out there as one of life's earnest goals, much like graduating from college. Why so? Because the knowledge and management of our finances has much bearing on our happiness in both the present and future. It will decide whether we sleep on the street or in a comfy home, stay single or married, enjoy life or stay strapped in a jail called çredit card debt. I first had my encounter with personal finance at the age of 18 when I lived away from my mom. The experience of paying the monthly rent on my room and shopping for ... Continue Reading...
Kidzania Manila Games 2016 until August 20
My youngest daughter Lucia had been to Kidzania Manila before during a field trip. She went there again last July 22 with me accompanying her this time. What can I say: I had a blast being there for the first time. Am amazed there's now a place in Manila that enables our children to role play or give them an idea how it is to work for a living. It's educational and so entertaining at the same time. I highly recommend a visit. At the entrance, we were strapped on with this high-tech bracelet. Parents like me will be 100% confident that we won't lose our kids ... Continue Reading...
Preparing for your kid’s education 10 years ahead
As a responsible parent, I've always believed in preparing for the future. Over the years, I've made it a point to set aside a portion of my income for a variety of insurance products that will ensure my children have something to hang on to in case something untimely or unfortunate happens to me. I do know of some people who don't believe in insurance, but am the opposite. Insurance policies aren't just good for preparing for the inevitable (like your mortality). You can get one for health, pension, retirement or purely for investment. I love that even if nothing ... Continue Reading...
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