Why Bimby Aquino Declared 'Mom Comes First' After Receiving His Very First Paycheck
By James H. Sterling
The mechanics of Bimby's first payday stood out for their simplicity. Speaking openly about the milestone, he confirmed that half of his salary went straight to a church donation. In Catholic and Christian traditions across the Philippines, tithing or offering firstfruits remains a time-honored practice, yet seeing an eighteen-year-old celebrity voluntarily surrender half his compensation remains rare.
The remaining balance was reserved for Kris. For Bimby, treating his mother was not a casual gift; it was an act of recognition. He explained that after years of her providing for the household and carrying family burdens alone, his duty was clear: mom comes first. He insisted on using his hard-earned cash to take her out and cover special requests, refusing to spend a single peso of that initial wage on personal indulgences.
James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.
