Bitter Sweet Life

A collection of my life (mis) adventures on being a wife, mom, daughter, friend, and anything in between.

Opened a BDO Junior's Savers Club Account today!


Because of being an avid reader/member of SmartParenting (a house of  an active community of parents who seek support and information from each other through a credible and fun venue.), I came along with the kiddie saving bank account thread which give me insights to start saving for my baby's needs and for her future as well. So the eagerness of saving for my daughter led me to opened a BDO junior savings account today.

Why I chose BDO? Mainly, it's because of accessibility since there are two branches available and near at my office.

Anyway, BDO Junior's Saver Club is a passbook savings account for children who are 12 years old and younger.

Features:

Initial deposit requirement, PHP 500.00 PHP 500.00
Minimum monthly ADB requirement PHP 100.00
Minimum balance to earn interest PHP 500.00
Interest rate per annum 0.2500%

Requirements you need to prepare:
  1. Birth certificate of your baby
  2. Your baby picture
  3. 2 valid ID of parent who will open the account
  4. 1 1x1 ID oicture of the parent who will open the account
  5.  Last is the money you are going to deposit which is the most important one!
After few minutes of waiting for the teller to process my request, I got the passbook at the same day! So happy that I chose a right decision here. How about you guys, What are your ways to invest for your child's future need?

Bazaar: Babypalooza February 2013


Babypalooza Bazaar @ Ateneo De Manila University
February 16 - 17, 2013 (9AM - 7PM)
Walter Hogan Conference Center, Ateneo De Manila University, QC.


Babypalooza bazaar focuses more on items and services for babies, toddlers and expectant moms. It features both preloved and brand new premium items from wide list of trusted local and imported brands. You can expect to find Avent, Indigo Baby, Crocs, Crayola, and a whole lot more! I forget to mention that this bazaar has a special feature called the Vendor Protection Program (VPP) which ensures that the items of one Babypalooza vendor will not be sold by another. So you will be sure that your product design you choose is unique. 

So don't forget to book those dates and do your baby shopping at Babypalooza bazaar!

Google Philippines Launched and Yes, They are Hiring!

photo source: interaksyon.com
After years of speculations and rumors, Internet Giant Google Inc. has officially announced the opening of Google Philippines Makati office on January 23, 2013. Headed by former friendster executive Narciso Reyes as  its new country manager.

“We’re excited to be deepening our investment in the Philippines with the opening of our office here in Manila. Our local team will be committed to providing services to our Filipino users and to helping businesses — large and small — grow locally and globally, contributing to the growth of the Philippine economy.” Reyes said.

Google also mentioned that they are currently hiring employees for its Manila office. You can found the available positions at http://www.google.com.ph/jobs.

My 25 To Do List for 2013

Since I'm turning 25 this year, these are the 25 random things I want to accomplish for 2013:
  1. Finished Og Mandino's Book "Greatest Salesman in the World"
  2. Apply for Internet connection at home
  3. Educate myself regarding financial literacy and invest some money on Mutual Fund
  4. Playroom or Gala with my chloe (in short, spend more time with her.)
  5. Planner ( for tracking down my schedules)
  6. Be regularized at work (5 more months pa before final evaluation!)
  7. Tita Chitt's new cellphone (promised ko to eh!)
  8. New DVD  - Mama already bought it.
  9. New washing machine - bought it as gift for my mom. 
  10. New electric fan
  11. First ever SSS loan
  12. First ever Pagibig loan
  13. Save a total of 10K for chloe - I shouldn't crossed it out since I only achieve half of it. But still I'm glad I already have some.
  14. Finished my craft blog design
  15. Learn how to cook a perfect adobo
  16. Be more productive.
  17. Improve my communication skills.
  18. Exercise and stay healthy! (UTI hope I get you out of my system this year)
  19. Get a new phone for myself.
  20. Pamper myself at least 1x a month ( get a new hairstyle, massage or facial, or whatever thingy that makes me feel so relax!)
  21. Stay happy and positive!
  22. Explore more about my career field.
  23. Learn how to do web designing again. (Gosh! This is something I need to remember & work on.)
  24. Be blessing to others. Get in touch with friends and family.
  25. Be on time! (need to work on my time, since then, da is always complaining I am always late.) - I'm glad I make on time for work and other appointments. :)
I hope that I can achieve some on this list. How about you guys, what are the items included on your 2013 to do list?