Cheapo!

One of my major considerations in transferring to Bacolod is the fact that the cost of living here is a lot cheaper than in Manila.

For the record, I have not spent more than 60 pesos with any of the meals I have had here - with the exception of one meal at the hotel when I got sooo lazy to stand up and grab a bite outside. Just today, I had my lunch at some eatery. I had pork barbeque for 12 pesos, vegetable in coconut milk for 30 pesos and a cup of rice (which by the way is a very generous serving) for eight pesos. Good food, generous serving, affordable price - only here in Bacolod.

However, I still need to work on my commuting. I have not ridden the public jeepney yet. I have been taking the cab still. I have been told that the minimum fare is the same in Manila - seven pesos. It will be a hefty savings if (oh, make that when) I get used to it. Maybe, I can buy a car here. Hmmm... Within the three months I am spending here, I plan to learn how to drive and get my license here. Sigh... It will happen.

Even with almost everything here cheaper, I am still financially struggling. But, God will make a way. I believe that he will make my settling here a lot smoother than I expected, given that I am dead broke and I do not know when I will get my backpay. I believe He will make it work for me.