Friday, December 26, 2003
My Christmas surprise!
Months ago, I made a decision to sell my guitar. For those who have seen it before, you'll know that it is a blue, nylon-strung, scratched and seasoned piece of music-making device. Although he was about four years old, I was pleasantly surprised that many were interested in making an offer for him.
After a couple of negotiations, I decided to sell my guitar to Jeremy, who was going to give it to Joanna as a Christmas present. But as the day drew nearer for me to part with my guitar, I was tempted to change my mind, to 'screw' the deal and keep my precious guitar to myself.
But being the nice person that I am...(ok, start puking)...I eventually handed it over to Jeremy, on Christmas Eve. And never in my wildest imagination could I guess that parting with my beloved guitar would be such a tough moment. In all desperation, I asked Jeremy for the last time if he really wanted to buy the guitar. And he said yes.
I was crushed. My heart sank. It felt as though I just lost someone very dear to me. But, a deal is a deal...So I collected the money and gave my guitar to him. The only consolation I can get is the fact that I will still be seeing him often enough.
So the day passed...Many of us were over at Elvin and Michelle's place after the Christmas mass. The usual programme - Playing mahjong, 'suru' and just slacking around, enjoying each other's company. When it was time to go home in the morning, Hil sent me home in his parent's car. And as I was unloading my bags from the car boot, he suddenly pulled out a very big triangular box and said that it was my Christmas present. Initially, (because I was very sleepy), I thought it was a Christmas tree! So after a few seconds, I finally realised that he bought me a new guitar...
As soon as I reached home, I opened the box to find a black, nylon-strung, glossy, (and scratch-less) guitar! I named him "Jay"...after all the drama between Joanna, Jeremy and Joann (me!). Ha...
So this is the story of my favourite Christmas present.
To end off, I just want to thank God for the gift of Hilary. Hil has been my pillar of strength and support, never failing to put a smile on my face. And thank you dear, for the new guitar. You're the best!
Posted by Jo at 10:24 PM
