Would you sacrifice for the sake of giving your child the best future?

I'm sorry that i can't agree with you. Child is very important for us without doubt, but not all. As parents, we should have our own lives. I think a whole and happy family is the best gift for the kid. We live together and raise child together, that's more important than making more money.

i have seen your son from this picture, he is really so cute. loving baby is the instinct of human-being, we all love our baby. sacrificing something for our kids is necessary but not must be.the most import thing parents should do for their kids i think is to give them a good enducation and health evironment to grow up, because mental health is as essential as physical's. hence, as far as i am concerned taking much time to accompany with kids is the most important things parents should sacrifice.

I really don’t know. The sacrifice I did for my family is only by not thinking about my personal life but them only. Who do not love their family, most of us of course. Its really hard to separate from your family, its hard to live in a foreign land and not seeing them. You are just alone, all my yourself. Its really hard, it can kill you. That is why I admire ofw’s out there, how come they have the strength to get away here and be in far places just to give their family the life that they wanted. I don’t know if I can do really. I am not that brave to separate myself with my family. I remember when my company had an excursion in Batangas. I was away from them only one day. That night I can’t stop thinking about them and I keeps on texting my father asking them if they are okay. If in that scenario, I can’t make it what if I will be separated and go to foreign land. Let see in the future. I admire your husband’s decision regarding this. It is never easy. I know I will be seeing you and him having a tight hug and a bucket of tears when you fetch him at the airport. Its hard! I am now feeling it. You and your husband is very brave for having that kind of decision. You deserves to be called one of the greatest parents. You really love your child. Your child really deserves you.

Hey ma'am, Though I've not yet been a father, I know it very well how important a child to its parents. The way of making fortune isn't the same for all people. Your husband did what he thought best to earn best. As a son of responsible and caring parents like mine, I've noticed how much concern they've shown while bringing me up. After a child is born, we should take much care and give attention as much as possible to rear him/her to the fullest. There is a saying: "As you so, so you reap". They way and manner you'll nurture your child, he/she will grow up accordingly. Therefore, sometimes we need to sacrifice something for the sake of the best future of the child. Have a great day.

I saw my Mom and Dad sacrificed a lot of things for my brother, sister and me to have a good future. I would also be willing to do the same. I guess parents are really like that. We want the best for our children. When I was still single I always dine with my friends to a luxurious restaurant. I need to have a coffee with Starbuck at least once a day. I have to buy my clothes from the boutiqe and it has to be branded. I party a lot. Everything changed when I became a Mom. Whenever I go to the mall I have to buy something for my son first and whatever will be left will be for me. I don't mind as I love my son very much.

HI friend, yes every parents tries to give their best for their children and make future of their children bright, even if it means suffering a bit for self. But one thing i will tell, in upbringing of child, both Parents being with child plays important role in child's psychological development. U can evaluate option of accompaning your Hubby at new place where u can earn better. BEst Luck.

Hi, Every parents goal is to make sure that their children have the best life possible. Of course in your situation it will take time to get used to the physical separation, you should be very proud of your decision. You are making the best choice for your baby and his future. I know that my mother would never have done something like that for me. Best wishes to you and your family. Jess

I think I can relate to that, the only problem is, your kid might be estranged to his dad when he grows up, just as I was to my parents. But anyway, if you're confident enough that you can deal with any challenges that come with the decision, then I suggest grab the opportunity before it's too late. I wish you good luck with your endeavors.

anytime my husband can hop on a plane and work in australia should he choose to. but besides professional reasons, he almost started the technology in a local radio station here (hence that is his baby) he still wants to stay here even with my urgings then he go back to australia. i think as long as one plans and accepts one's limitations in having children then i think one shouldn't go abroad. personally this is a regret i wish my parents abide by but it's all under the bridge and they are who they are. anyway, we were 5 children in the family and much as my father was the only one working in uae we still were able to finish all our studies in college and got to buy 3 lots. we were living way below our means since my mom is a good budgeter. but i wish then they tried other methods of family planning. it still hurts me that i wasn't able to pursue law since we cannot afford it. i think it is unfair for any child to hear that. any pain that a child feels because his parents didn't think and stuck by their initial dream of giving him their best is really unfair. peace but as long as we live the way we should then any amount of money we earn would always be enough. and there may be more left.

Hi amiga, nice avatar and a very sweet baby u have. Next, great decision u have taken. I appreciate a lot. Where life is a field of sacrifices, its better to sacrifice ourselves for the sake of our children. I have example as my parents and so i too (although i am unmarried now.) hahaha. Salamat.

Hi eloveriz, I guess most parents will sacrifice for the sake of their children. My father worked away from us because there was no job opportunity for him in my hometown. Now that I am married and have kids, my husband opted to work in another country (US) because while he had a good paying job here, we knew that it won't be enough once the kids go to high school and college (they're both in grade school now). It is difficult but we both know it's for the greater good. I'm just thankful that we have this technology now (the internet) that enables us to communicate with each other everyday at less cost.

if thats the only thing to do then why not, the future of the kids is still important besides theres too many people already doing that kind of decision. what matter is you can give the child a better love and care while the father is away. your lucky still coz your still have husband who only think what best for the baby unlike me, the father was just coward enough to stay away from his responsibility but then as i mother my baby still need me more than anyone else so no matter what happened i will still be there and will give the best for him even if i also need to be separated to him to work abroad.

My hat's off to U both! Oh by the way, just what does your "HUBBY" do over there AND does he need any help getting it done??!

Hi Eloveriz, I know that it is hard to make sacrifices to ensure a better life for your child; many families are separated because of the present conditions here in the Philippines. I am a daughter of an OFW (Seaman) and knows this too well. Unlike your husband, he can go home after completing 10 months. He made this to be able for us to go to good schools and being provided the best that money can buy. My piece of advise it to persevere - but always keep the communication lines open. It is now possible to do it especially when technology is high tech (unlike us letters provided comfort). Also, be prudent in saving money for your child - have a separate deposit for extra money - you will neven know when you will need additional money. Good luck to both of you.

Oh yes, I agree to this 100%. My husband is based in the province because he was promoted and assigned there. It's hard because I'm not used to it.

yeah, as parents all they've done are all for their children's bright future. As i am just be a father, I really have the same feelings with you, her monther and I awlays try our best to think of her, such as the best education...all we've considered just for our child, no matter how hard it become true, we try best...

hi el Yes, every parents wants the best for their children. My hubby also working abroad, and the longest time we've been together was only 37 days since we got married, it's quite sad to think that he can't be with us everyday..but as a parents we prioritize first our son good future..let's enjoy parenting

Congratulations! He is so adorable. You sound like wonderful parents. Do not worry about giving your child everything he may want; it is good to want things and not get them at times. It builds character. Meet his basic needs and the most important: praise him when he does well, and correct him when he is bad. Let him know he is loved by telling him, holding him, playing with him and enjoying his presence. Do not worry about providing for college; save what you can and allow him to also contribute to his education. Most of the people I know who had to pay something for their college ended up being pretty decent people and studied hard. Some of the ones who had college paid for did not study so much and ended up causing problems for the university. There are always exceptions to the rule, but for the most part this is true. Enjoy your lives together. I wish you all the happiness you can have in life.

everybody thinking of his child feture.beacuse her child feture is better on them.

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