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This article was contributed by Jen C. Magtibay, a senior Mass Communication student from First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities.
I honestly believe that bonuses should be for the one who worked for it. But since Christmas Day’s coming, it’s hard to think of giving yourself an overdo and left your inaanak crying.
Before time let your 13th month pay splurge, like going to Batangas beach resorts or something, do a Christmas wish list and a list of people you would love to share your 13th month with. Gift itself is the essence of Christmas.
Say with me some pledges that I have learned when having bonuses.
I pledge to create a wish list not for Santa but for myself. This will help you from being disoriented with your money. Percent everything. From your dad down to your pet. Give them ample percent in your 13th month pay and DO NOT FORGET YOU ALSO NEED A GIFT! Or else, you’ll end up crying on Christmas.
I pledge to stick with my plans. Gimmicks out of nowhere are no-no. What you have listed, should stick with it. If you have created percentage, do not be so “ala’y sige na nga” on gimmicks. Remember, “Kung ikaw ga’y may isinuksok, ay di may dudukutin.”
I pledge to trust with my tastes. Sometimes your friends will tell you the greatest finds when it comes to your cheapest gift buys but eventually you’ll be disappointed on what you’ve found because it doesn’t fit your taste. Save enough money. If you have enough money, then don’t look for cheap but ugly things. It’s good to hear opinions but if you think it does not fit your taste, then don’t go with it.
I pledge to keep every list out of sight from my loved ones. There’s a feeling that spoils you whenever someone knew your secret already. So for you not to have another shopping list that might cause you to have an extra budget, memorize everything in your mind. That will save you money and will save you from “Huli ka!” moments.
I pledge to use my time wisely. The best finds are to be seen early. December is coming our way, and have your list completed at least by the 1st day of December so that you will not kill anyone just to have the item on last minute Christmas shopping.
I hope these simple things will help you find a gift item that’s worth your bonus this Christmas. It’s not important how cheap or expensive your gift. However, do not risk the quality, it’s important that one will truly appreciate the gift you gave for them.
Be thrifty, be disciplined and feel the happiness of Christmas and let it reflect on your gifts. 🙂
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