January 21, 2021
I am 27 years old as of writing. I was thinking about my financial/personal problems earlier and I suddenly remember that I am actually living the dream that I had when I was a kid.
I grew up in a province where my family is treated above average because my grandmother is a businesswoman and I have an uncle that works abroad. However, when I transferred here in Manila, we lived in a squatter’s area because my parents are yet to find a job and when they finally got one, it’s just enough for our daily expenses. I remember, when I was in 4th grade, I was studying in our roof and I told myself that I will be a CEO in that building that I’m looking at or I’ll definitely work there as a high rank employee. The only thought I have on my mind that time is how much I want to grow up, be successful and get out of the squatter’s area.
I was ambitious when I was a kid. I thought it will be easy. Fast forward to my current self, I am a quality analyst working in one of the tallest building in makati. Received promotions, twice. Earning more than enough for myself but not enough for my family. I am somewhat a breadwinner, and while I’m thinking about my responsibilities, I suddenly thought, I wasn’t that bad because I am actually living the dream that I had when I was a kid.
P.S. I still live in a squatter’s area, but it’s much bigger and last December 2019, I got a house and lot in Cavite but ofcourse I’m still paying for it ☺️
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