As a believer of the secret, I was certain that the 'Someday' that I had been looking forward to was not far away. I could see two doors in front of me. On one of them, was written "Certainty and security- two strong aspects of the 6 basic human needs", which meant I had to save money, and then buy my dream bike. The second door spoke simplicity with depth "Its now or never". Of course I chose the later. The inner voice in me kept whispering "Ask and ye shalt receive".I decided to approach a very good friend of mine, who used to stay in my locality, Samuel. It had been about a year that Samuel had moved to UAE. At once he agreed to lend me the entire amount. I was filled with gratitude at his generosity and trust in me. I promised to return the loan in 7 months time.
On 14th March 2014, I collected the money from the foreign exchange agency and my next stop was Chris's bike store. I called my friend Suzane to accompany me. Both of us were equally excited. Just that there was an element of shock and confusion in her excitement. Once I explained my plan, she seemed normal. En route, I also called Alan and requested him to join me at the bike store. He was more than happy to be there.
There it was, my dream bike, a sexy 24 speed matte black hybrid. I couldn't wait to take off. I went on a short test ride. I learned that the buying ain't over yet, the accessories list seemed endless. I realized that I am going to be on a journey I have never taken before and I am going to figure it out as I go. It is going to be a long journey , I needed to be safe. So the first accessory I picked up was a helmet (a must have). A small photo session to seize the moment after which Suzane and I started homeward.
Home! Shoot me! Regaining my senses, I recalled that I had not taken permission at home. What would I do! They won't understand why I paid nearly 36 grand for a cycle. It takes time, patience and talent to explain passion to my parents. For the time being, it is going to be my friend's friend's bike, who has gone onsite for a few months and has generously given the bike's custody to me. Would they buy it? I had absolutely no idea how I would face my parents. My heart skipped a few beats when I entered home.
On 14th March 2014, I collected the money from the foreign exchange agency and my next stop was Chris's bike store. I called my friend Suzane to accompany me. Both of us were equally excited. Just that there was an element of shock and confusion in her excitement. Once I explained my plan, she seemed normal. En route, I also called Alan and requested him to join me at the bike store. He was more than happy to be there.
There it was, my dream bike, a sexy 24 speed matte black hybrid. I couldn't wait to take off. I went on a short test ride. I learned that the buying ain't over yet, the accessories list seemed endless. I realized that I am going to be on a journey I have never taken before and I am going to figure it out as I go. It is going to be a long journey , I needed to be safe. So the first accessory I picked up was a helmet (a must have). A small photo session to seize the moment after which Suzane and I started homeward.
Home! Shoot me! Regaining my senses, I recalled that I had not taken permission at home. What would I do! They won't understand why I paid nearly 36 grand for a cycle. It takes time, patience and talent to explain passion to my parents. For the time being, it is going to be my friend's friend's bike, who has gone onsite for a few months and has generously given the bike's custody to me. Would they buy it? I had absolutely no idea how I would face my parents. My heart skipped a few beats when I entered home.
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