Giving to God Without Making Money an Idol
Faithful giving is not a shortcut to wealth. It can grow our discipline, gratitude, and freedom with money.
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Entries from Linmer Perolino.
The American Dream After the Lab Shift
For many Filipino MedTechs abroad, the dream starts with income and stability. Later, it becomes peace, time, faith, and less fear.
Read entryGrateful Here, Missing Home
For Filipino MedTechs abroad, gratitude and homesickness can live in the same heart. Missing home does not mean the move was wrong.
Read entryWhen a Career Upgrade Changes the Budget
A better role can help the family budget, but only if the raise strengthens insurance, retirement, education, and security first.
Read entryThe Quiet Pressure of a Full Suitcase
Balikbayan visits can come with gift pressure, but a lighter suitcase does not make your presence less meaningful.
Read entryFriendships That Make America Less Lonely
For Filipino MedTechs abroad, friendship can start with church, shared food, errands, rides, and ordinary check-ins.
Read entryEmergency Fund Before Life Happens
Saving feels boring beside trips, gadgets, and celebrations, until life asks for breathing room.
Read entryNot This Month Is Still Love
For Filipino MedTechs abroad, saying no to extra requests can feel heavy. Healthy limits can protect love, not weaken it.
Read entryLearning to Say Not This Month
For Filipino MedTechs abroad, saying no can feel heavy. But healthy limits can protect the help we want to keep giving.
Read entryThe First Dollar Paycheck Feels Heavy
That first paycheck in dollars feels exciting, until every responsibility starts lining up for its share.
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