it's all about the money, damn it.
screw being a family/national hero. you go abroad because you think it's the better and much quicker way to earn money. well in my case it's also being completely independent and able to travel, but yes money is definitely a factor. you want to get paid as much for the hard work that you put it, and that's fine. if i work my ass off in the philippines as much as i work here, then might as well choose the one that can pay bigger bills, right?
i just saw a pinas network station id recently that glorifies ofw's so much that it borderlines annoying. there was this woman who says she's going through a rough time everyday that she cries every night. she says she's doing it for her family. that she longs to be with her family.
puh-lease.. there's always a choice. there's always a choice to go home. if you cannot take the heat in the kitchen then go to the living room, but dont expect to eat. i obviously just made that silly expression. hahahaha... anyway, you set your priorities. are you after the money or being with your loved ones? if you choose the former then dont f*ckin' complain! give up your love for gadgets, give up your above average lifestyle and spend time with your family back home. i dont get why people cry when they're homesick. i dont see it as a weakness but more on trying hard to act like a victim when you're actually a hedonistic bitch who cannot sleep without your branded sleepwear after you set the alarm of your super expensive mobile phone.
yes i do miss my family. but i chose to be here so might as well be strong and stop being overpowered by emotions. i can always visit them and i dont let the 'homesickness' get the best of me. not that im cold hearted. i just live up to my decision. i know right when i boarded the plane that this means not taking care of my aging parents. or not seeing my protege bloom into a full grown teenager. or my friends changing partners without really seeing their faces. i was ready for these. i can always catch up but im aware that it is still different when you're physically present. and im ok with that. i accepted that.
turn away from the money if you'd rather see your children grow. there is always a job in the philippines. it may just be a tiny portion of what you earn now, but as far as job availability is concerned, there is a always job advert when you look around. the money may not be much but im sure your lifestyle will adjust and it will all be just fine.
sorry, i know this rant seems senseless. but there, i just dont like everyone hyping it up because there is such a thing as over-sensationalizing.
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