Money Makes the World Go Round

There is a book by a local author entitled, "Money is Everything." and another one, "Money Changes Everything!" These books will make it to the bestsellers list of non-fiction books. It is true, that our lives revolve around earning a good income and we have to study hard in order to secure a better job so that we can earn money money! Conflicts and divorces arise due to money problems and this is evident in my boss' life. Now that he has money, his wife who wanted to divorce him, wants him back for herself. But time and the years of being apart might change this situation. So, it is true that money makes the world go round! Crimes are commited due to lack of money! Murders and robbery take place because of poverty and inability to hold on to a job!

Going Back for Chinese New Year

Early tomorrow morning, I shall take Firefly propeller plane back to Penang from Subang low cost terminal airport. The cost was RM 391.00 one way with surcharge and airport tax. The following day, will take Air Asia to fly down to Singapore for Chinese New Year and hopefully to collect big, big ang pow. I have to bring along 2 red blouses - one for reunion dinner and one for CNY day itself. I might just visit The Sands Resort and other attractions in Singapore. Well, it has been 13 long years since my last trip back to Penang to recuperate after 12 years of studying and working there. Time for a more laid back lifestyle and this job to work at home fits me perfectly well. No other person can fill my shoes.

Love my JOB

For most people, a JOB is Just Over Broke. But for me, I just love it! Though it can get a bit boring at times, sitting by the computer all alone, but nevertheless, I love it – simply for the fact that I can work in my own pace and time. No office politics or nosy supervisor to look over your shoulders. In fact, most of the time, I will be listening to music in the background or napping in between. It would be a luxury to most for this type of job which I cannot trade for anything else. God has found a calling for me in this vocation where only I can handle and one that suits my capabilities well enough.

Welcome 2013

2012 ended on a high note and 2013 dawned with colourful display of fireworks. I have made some good income, in the region of 6 figures last year and it has been profitable for the business. Moreover, I also earn from my bonds and fixed deposits from the various banks. I got back most of the money I put into insurance when I surrendered the policy in November as I have too many policies which are pointless! Just pray for God's continual blessings this year, as He has blessed me with last year and the preceding years. More importantly, it is His protection that I need 24/7 for the rest of my life, so that I can continue to work and earn an income with my computer. Don't plan to retire so soon yet, as I have many more fruitful years to contribute to the business and the nation, indirectly.

Back from Christmas Holidays

My youngest sister is still in South Hampton enjoying herself and will be back on 2 January 2013. Meanwhile, I had a short holiday over Christmas and it is now over. Time flies so fast and before you know it, it is time for New Year celebration. I got myself an iPhone 5 with IOS 6 last night. I traded in my old iPhone 4 for $700 and bought the new iPhone 5 for $2,012. This month, I am in a spending moon and also contributed $400 to charity. I also got a Prada handbag from KLCC, the most expensive gift I got myself. These are my own hard earned money and it pays to spend a little so that there is the motivation to keep working diligently.

New Mercedes S280

My colleague is doing very well. She just bought a Mercedes S280, silver in colour after getting a promotion and bonus this year. It is more of a family car and I guess her kids will fit in nicely. The car looks good but very expensive. Since she is in the sales line, it will suit her job functions well and impress potential clients. She earns a basic plus commissions that bring in the dough. Well, I just wish her well with her new car. It is an apt Christmas present to herself with this sleek marque, fully automated with many functions - according to her.

Looking for Work Online

Just the other day, I woke up early in the morning before 6:30am and fired up my computer to look for work online. My efforts paid off when I found a job offer that I can easily complete within minutes. An email reply came back asking for more details and how I will go about doing this work. After fast correspondences, I completed the work to add meta tags to the web site so that it will be listed first in google and was promptly paid US$20.00 on the same day!

By the way, my client was from Ipoh, a film producer living in New York, and apparently doing quite well there! It certainly pays to live in Malaysia while earning US dollars which can be converted three times to local currency.

Time for an Update

I have been some days since I last update this blog. I was in KL for business for about 1 week. Now I am back in Penang to do some online work for a client from Australia. Unlike most people who would rather sleep than work, I am a workaholic and will always find something meaningful to do. As they say, "Make Hay while the Sun Shines!" So, while I am still healthy and able, I will work for as long as possible for a secure golden retirement. What about you? Don't get jealous of my success, as I certainly work hard for it. While most of other people prefer to just nap at home or watch telly.