…that counts.
For the first time, I gave holiday well-wishing greeting cards to my colleagues. It is very unlikely of me to do this. Every holiday season, I am always unprepared. But you know what, even if it is just a card, they were grateful for it. That’s what I like about people here – even the smallest gesture of thoughtfulness is acknowledged. Most importantly, thoughtfulness is never counted in dollars.
December is the most expensive month of the year. It is also the most-liked month. In the Philippines, this is the time employees get their 13th month pay, which is mandated by law, and if they get lucky – a month pay as Christmas bonus.
To others, the holiday season means spending tons of money on gifts. There is no such thing as a loved one, it is loved “ones”. Yes, you buy for the whole gang. On top that, it is a must to give something to the godchildren.
To my godchildren (and relatives), sorry if I have not been there to shower you with gifts. Someday, I make it up to you. Just because I live in the US, it does not mean that I am rich. Thank you for understanding.
