Nicquee's Nook

Blessed

Every time we are able to go to church on a Sunday as family, I feel blessed. We have been on and off with regards to going to church. Blame it to second collections. We just cannot understand very well where the church’s funds go. Ok. Maybe we do. Let’s just say that asking money the wrong way and for the wrong purpose irks us. Won’t you feel the same?

Anyway, so we attended church last Sunday. And as I say my prayer after communion, I found myself teary-eyed. I just feel so blessed and I am eternally thankful for that.

This first quarter of the year has been a pretty challenging when it comes to our expenditure. There is so much to pay and every time we just paid something, another will come and another. Thankfully, a blessing came and I believe, that is what we have been using.

I want to freak out. I want to be stressed. Without my hubby’s work, I will sure not be able to provide for my children’s needs. I told my hubby how thankful I am for he is the best provider (next to God, of course). He is not complaining but I know he thinks about our finances a lot, specially that we really want to stop renting a house. I want to help in the money matters but I am so doubtful of myself if I can work part-time here at home. What job will I take? Can I do it while the girls are here? Will I be able to juggle work and being a hands-on mom? Surely, I do not want to hand the kids to our helper most of the time. Does that mean I have to work at night till morning? And if they wake up, I cannot go to sleep, right?

Lord, help me discern. Show me your way and help me obey your plans. Amen.

Saving Options for Our Child’s Education

Getting our child the best education is a challenge that every parent is willing to take.

As a parent, we have big dreams for our children and we know that their future depends on the quality of education they receive today. This is why, in the midst of growing financial worries, we work doubly hard to prepare for their children’s future educational needs.

But with school expenses increasing every year, our savings may not be enough to cover college tuition fees and other expenses. Aside from regularly saving money, one can also prepare by getting profitable investments that offer better returns. Invest in companies which have made a mark and have a proven track record in the industry, like Insular Life.

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Saving Through Coupons

I envy people who reside in America because of coupons. From what I know, every newspaper printed there has loads of coupons, which can be clipped and used accordingly. I know many friends, who I have yet to meet personally, who are into clipping coupons. They are addicted to doing so. Why wouldn’t they be? By cutting coupons from newspapers and even magazines, they are saving loads of their hard-earned money. An online buddy of mine was able to buy a brand new LCD TV at 40% off by using toshiba coupons from a magazine she is subscribed to. Amazing right?

Here in the country where I live, coupons are not that popular. Although I know one company that consistently gives out some through their annual calendar. Every New Year, Mercury Drug gives its loyal customers a calendar, which contains coupons for different brands. Each month has a different set of coupon. You already have a new calendar, you also have a chance to save when you buy medicine from them through the use of coupons. Smart!

How I wish many companies give coupons an idea.