First Quarter 2010

I haven't been blogging for several months now... l-a-z-y me!

A lot has happened since the last time I blogged. I got another work from home stint which is being managed by a Filipino but unfortunately, I resigned because of stress and negativity brought about by my co-worker. So much for power-trippers, please.

Then before the year ended, I found another person who made me feel special-- but then the relationship didn't last that long for it wasn't right from the very start. So much for my bruised heart... but I still I hope that someday, God will lead me to the right person at the right time.

As for the money problems I've had last year, this year my finances are well-- well in the sense that it's enough to compensate our basic needs. Not only that, I've got a good small business running.

I think the only good thing that happened at the start of this year was I was able to fulfill my plan to go out of the country with my daughter.

... hmm, so at least my first quarter wasn't that bad after all.

Swamp!

Just because I wanna travel next year... I had to get a side job aside from my present regular online job. Not that I'm complaining but currently, I don't have time for farmville (lol)... just kidding. What I mean to say was I don't have enough time to sleep because I have to think of the pending tasks that I have to accomplish for my other client.

I am very happy to have lots of opportunities to earn extra but it can be mind-draining, too! Well as they say-- No pain, no gain!

Working From Home... again!

At long last, I am now working from home again... and you will never really appreciate things only except when they're gone. For several months of working office-based, I did enjoy being a part of the commuting "mass" but I began to hate it after a few months of having several bad experiences on my way to work. So I resigned and left a company which doesn't pay much at all. Good riddance!

So now, here I am at the comforts of my home-- slouching on my bed wearing my PJs but still earning! And I thought it was hard to find another WFH job but I was wrong. And I think my new bosses are professionals and considerate. One down side is that I sometimes tend to slack-off and be busy with facebook (blame it on farmville!!!). But in order for me to concentrate and get back to work, I just keep reminding myself that it's hard to find good people you can work with-- paying and treats their staff well. So now, what am I still doing here? I have to W-O-R-K!

Yebahhh!

A little bit...

I've been an inconsistent blogger. My mind's not very creative lately. Blame it on stress.

I can't think straight and I am suffering insomnia again because of stress. Most often, I had to be absent from work because it's either I was not feeling well or I don't have the energy to do stuff. And I'll be resigning soon!

I'm looking forward to it. So happy that I'll be with my kiddo again -- 24/7! Though I already mentioned I'm stressed most of the time... the main reason why I don't want to go to the office everyday, why I don't want to leave this country, why I just want to stay at home most of the time-- is her. Even though her antics get into my nerves at times... still, I so lurvvv my little one.

I maybe a little bit sad because I have to leave my job... but then, I know the sacrifice is all worth it. :)

The Virtual Office

Hello again!

Haven't been blogging lately but now... I'm back with a vengeance! LOL, just kidding.

I recently created a new blog courtesy of wordpress free blog account. Why wordpress and not blogger? I just want to explore the difference between these two blogging engines and figure out which is better and user-friendly.

Please visit my new blogsite dedicated to online workers (more oftenly termed as Virtual Assistants). In these site, I hope to help virtual workers, like me--find online jobs, get tips on how to secure an online job, help other virtual workers and a whole lot more.

The Virtual Office... created by a virtual worker, dedicated to virtual workers.

God is good all the time!

Yes! He's so great that He will not give you what you don't need. He will give you what you deserve!

I'm so happy today because I learned from my bosses that we will be going to Hong Kong for the company excursion on January! But not only that... I will also be joining them on their Costa Rica trip!!! Wow!

A few weeks ago I was praying that He will help me find a job that's gonna be sufficient for me to support my family. Another prayer I had was I hope that my former partner will come into his senses and be man enough to face his responsibilities in our family. I know that God will not grant all my prayers even though I hardly work for it. And this I learned is true! Because He grant me one wish (my job) but He help me accept the fact that I can't be with my partner because he won't make me happy.

All I can say is-- Dear Lord... thank you so much for never neglecting me and always leading me to the right path.

Movement and Changes

Right now if there's one thing I'm looking forward to... it's my work. I'm happy with what I am doing right now. Though I've said that I'm getting le$$ pay, but I think I've reached my professional maturity.

Money isn't everything.

Pennyless

Christmas is nearing and I am so worried again with my finances.

I still haven't bought my godchildren their gifts. I don't have extra money. As of now, I am without anything at all. Blame it with my principle... I left my job recently-- I don't want to be a part of their lies. I just don't want to be fooling any one at all. That's why I left them.

Hay.

Jobless... and loveless :(

You're reading it right... I am again jobless. I resigned recently because I can't take the politics and the unusual "payroll" issues. Well, I know some of you might blame me for being so idealistic. But that how I am...

And again, my never-ending problem... I am still loveless... where's my destiny?!

Some people are really unlucky... I belong in that group :-(

No Air

I can't sleep right now. My mind's a bit tired already. I'm so much of a worrier. I am thinking of him again. I'm also thinking of work and my "critics."

I don't know why I still love him. I apologize for being so stupid. I am very much jaded that I can't get over the fact that we're over years ago. And he is with another girl. Everytime I look at our kid, it is him that I see. I can truly say that it's genuine love I feel for him and our kid. However...

He doesn't love me anymore. But my heart won't stop loving him. And I know I should. I'm just stubborn. I should avoid attending their family gatherings even if they insist that we should be there. I must stop. The more I get attached to his family, the more my expectations and hopes grow. Yes, his love for our kid is there and will always be there. But his love for me ended years ago. And even if he says he'll come back to us after he fulfills his dreams... still I shouldn't hold on to that promise. A promise which he himself is not sure of. And I must stop. Wake up.

Now at work, I don't know why I keep on getting punished by some of our bitter ex-employees. As if they didn't do anything wrong. And I don't know why I can't do my job without getting criticized. And why don't they just shut-up. I worked so hard even depriving myself of rest and quality time with my kid... but they just want me down. Envy. This is the only reason why they do this. Please, just work and prove your employer that you are trustworthy. Because I have done so. That's why I am here.

Forgive me for ranting. I just need to breathe these worries out. So help me Lord.

Neglect

Yep, I know I know... it has been so looong since I last updated my blog. Well, let me tell you what happened--

Ever since I got promoted, I haven't been sleeping that much. Why? Because I am so OC with my new task. I check every bit of detail my team member's submit to me so that I can correct it right away. I want everything to run smoothly. I read and read and read almost everyday until I get to learn the ins and outs of the campaign because I came from a different campaign... I don't want to give wrong info to my team members. Being a leader is a very big responsibility... and I take it seriously.

I am realllyyyy sorry for my looonnnggg time absence. ='(

At Long Last!

After four years of working in an office-based call center... who knew that my chances of getting recognized and promoted is now?! Still a homebased worker, I'm now an assistant to the team manager! Yipee...

Although I'm still on-probation as SME (subject matter expert), I really don't mind it at all. I love the exposure. And though I was kiddingly ranting about lots of reports that I need to do everyday, I am really enjoying my job right now. Because even when I was with CVG, there's only one position I'm aiming for-- the Team Lead post.

Actually, the transition of our account from one management to another management had really been quite a shock and too instant for all of us. But with all honesty, I welcomed the change whole-heartedly because I've got a hunch that I'll be more secured working as an independent contractor with the new management who'll handle us-- which is co-owned by our account's stockholder. Isn't that great!?! Another relief is that at long last, I won't be bothered anymore working with power-trippers! Lols.

So please forgive me if I've been neglecting my blog for several days now... I miss blogging and blog-hopping so much, I just don't have spare time the past few days to do so.

oDesk.com - working for the jobless

If you're in search of homebased or after office-hours jobs... try signing-up with The On Demand Global Workforce - oDesk.com . I'm already a member of this wonderful site and so far, I got interviewed already. I just wanted after office jobs for additional income and to maximize my internet connection as well.

You can be productive even if you're just at home.

Sleep Deprivation

I'm suffering from this for several days already. Well, blame it with my home setup. My daughter's so playful that whenever she saw my eyes opened, she thought I was fully-awake already and would go at my side to kiss me then sit on my tummy (ouch!). Very sweet! But then once I'm awake, I can't go back to sleep again. And most of the time, I'll only sleep for 3-4 hours. Now there are noticeable tiny red veins in the white part of my eyes.

Oh, I miss my bed most of the time especially when I'm working. Lols.

Buying Gold Coins

If I have extra money to spare, I won't buy anything like shoes or clothes. Instead, I will invest it (which is wiser, of course!)-- either on properties or buy gold coins. Buying gold coins is as good as placing money in time deposit. Aside from that, it is not hard to dispose it whenever you wanted to. A little bit of trivia, some people do not know that gold is used as the international monetary standard. That's why it's market value never depreciates. Nowadays, we have to learn to manage our finances so that we will be always ready for unexpected expenses. Better think of saving up now so that you can retire early.

Saving for my contributions

The moment I signed-up with my homebased job, I know that I'm no longer entitled with company-paid statutory benefits. Just like SSS, Pag-ibig and Philhealth. But I know I can always apply as a voluntary contributor. It is very important that we maintain these benefits because in the future when we get old and reach our retirement age, it's very helpful that we have money to expect every month from the retirement pay which we are entitled as a retired member. I've posted links for more info regarding voluntary contributions.

SSS

Pag-ibig

Philhealth

Health is Wealth

Finding lower hospitalization insurance is very difficult especially if you’re the only one providing for all your family member’s basic needs. But basic needs should also include saving up for your health. When we talked about basic needs, sometimes we only think about tangible things like food, shelter and clothing. I say we should include saving up for our health needs. How can you work and be productive if you’re unhealthy? Don’t wait for unexpected things to happen, such as getting ill before we realize the value of having healthcare insurance.

If purchase major medical family plans, you will be saving yourself with future major headache. Always expect the unexpected and save yourself from the trouble of spending your cash just for the hospital fees. You can save money on healthcare insurance because it is almost five times the amount you’re paying for the premium. Besides that, you need not worry of where to get cash in times of life crisis.

Goodbye 2007

This year had been a roller-coaster ride for me...

- been in and out of jobs

- been in and out of relationship

- been unhealthy

- been crazy and unstable

and I thought this was my year. Well, I don't want to think about the bad things that happened but I'll concentrate more on good things to come for the coming year 2008... so much for my last post-- for the year that was 2007.

Happy New Year!

Capella University

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Our Christmas Party

It was a blast! I really had fun with my new set of friends. It was held last Dec. 8 at Jade Palace resto along Shaw Blvd., Pasig. We all had fun (even though we didn't get to win the trip for two to HK). Food was great. The emcees are great (our big bosses). And I promise myself to attend the future parties to come. I really, really enjoyed it.

If you're curious what I got to take home that night? Err, one pack of hopia. Lols.