Bitter Sweet Life

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

Freebies I've received lately!



I am very thankful that I am a thread subscriber of Freebies on Girltalk. This forum thread given me a chance to received different free stuff shared by GTalkers. Anyway, below is the list of the freebies and samples I've received lately:

  1. EQ Diapers Pregnancy Kit which includes baby wipes, maternity pads, baby book and 2 newborn diapers. I received it last February 1, 2013
  2. Avon Anew Anti-wrinkle trial pack which includes a 28 sachets of free sample of anti-wrinkle cream. I gave this to my mom. :)
  3. Anmum Free Sample -  I remember that I took the 1 minute Folate Test at www.anmum.com.ph! Right after answering the survey, I just filled out the form with my complete details. And there you go, waited for my sample to arrive! Anyway, got my anmum chocolate sample yesterday (March 14, 2013)!
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Whew! How about you guys, what have you received lately?

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.