Return on Investment

Yesterday, I was down to my last P150. I attended the 6pm mass and I was of two minds whether to give my P100 as offering because I owed it to God or if I'll just give it on Sunday after getting my salary today. In the end I decided to surrender the money to God. During the mass and after I was thinking of how to juggle my money so that I can pay my debts for the month. I was looking for ways where I can get or borrow extra cash but nothing came to mind.

Anyway, I got part of my salary earlier. It was not enough but I have to make do with it. While at the Cashier's window, I saw my name in the list of those who have not claimed their Performance Incentive Bonus (P2000) and asked to submit the required documents. I knew I submitted the documents already but did not claim my bonus because somebody told me I was not entitled since I was on study leave the whole of last year. I went to the HR just to tell them that I submitted the documents and that I did not claim my PIB because I was on leave last year. I had to wait for the Director to finish with the visitor to consult her about the PIB. When I finally spoke to her hurriedly, she told me that I was still entitled because I was on official leave. Well, I did not argue anymore. The P2000 was more than welcome.

So now I have additional money to pay my debts.

"Give God his due and God will give back to you. Turn your water into wine."

Blessings

It's been so long since I've posted an article here. A lot has happened but I'm not up to writing it in detail. Last year I finally got a scholarship to study abroad. It was not in the countries that I thought I wanted (I went to Seoul, Korea) but it was definitely one of the best experiences in my life. The whole year was one grand adventure, something that seems like a dream when looking back. I was also able to travel to Beijing, Kyoto, Bangkok and Viet Tri. I also got a black belt for Tae kwon do in less than a year. Who would have thought? It's really true that God does not always give us what we want be he definitely gives us what we need.