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in #christmas7 years ago

Working abroad, I always thought that it is a great achievent to be able to go home in the Philippines twice a year to visit my mom and to be able to afford it as such. Financially, I am ok. But time was always is of the essence, having the luxury to be off from work and go home to see her.
One of the reason i work part-time since 2016. This was tested earlier this year, this 2017.

Having just returned 2 weeks after my holiday in the Philippines in the beginning of February, news have reached me that my mom at 90 y/o will be needing an urgent surgery. Re-arranging my rota, my 1 week carer's leave was extented to 3 weeks with the help of my colleagues in swapping my shifts. Working part-time was advantageous in that it wouldn't have been possible if working full-time.

3 weeks would have been enough for her recuperation but it didnt push through as she developed pneumonia. The surgery was deferred for another 3 weeks till i again returned in the Philippines by the end of March for her surgery.

Whatever I have achieved in life would have meant nothing if I wouldn't be able to be with my mom in her direst need. 2017 have shown me, that having a senior post, a high-paying job means nothing when unable to do what your heart desires. This alone is an achievement for me.

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This is absolutely amazing. Thanks for your hardwork, dedication, and your best experience maam @immarojas! <3

Kulang kc ang entrees mo kuya..i-promote mo pa para madagdagan. Baka manalo kaming lahat kc kami-kami rin lang🤣🤣🤣

Hahaha relax lang po :) Maraming marami pa ang sasali. 😊😊😊

Ahahaha sige Jass..prep na ko for work. Merry Christmas!