They could be right!?!
I remember saving up my allowance in college and would bring my own baon (snack) so that I can either buy my books or notebooks.
When I went to work, my salary is kept in a stainless piggy bank where no one knows (and to be honest, I sometimes forget where I've put it myself!) and save what was left of my previous salary.
My family, knowing I have saved some pesos would ask me to lend them this much or that much. I was very strict. As long as they pay on time, they can lend money from me again but if they failed, no lending of money for two months! :P
I don't know why but I always try to get deals or avail vouchers on websites that I see... Sometimes, I'd join contests online to win freebies. When these deals like Cobone or Groupon launched themselves about two to three years ago, I was sooo happy I think I noticed one or two tears fell because finally, I get to have something I want at a much cheaper price! How is that for a bargain!!! :)
Slowly, I realise some bargains are not that healthy. I had this mantra of being stingy on clothes, accessories, etc... this I learned the hard way.
Bought stuff I don't need... and the main reason I bought it was because it was cheap... that's all.
Now, when it comes to clothes and other stuff that you intend to use for a long time, I go for the reliable brand.
Cheap treats are still not that bad... but I guess you just need to choose where to be stingy and where not to be.
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| (from http://nostingyact.com/blog) |
