So, we moved, or had a moving performance… And here's the moving story.
Years of planning, saving, organizing, thinking, planning again and thinking again, finally paid off and we finally managed to acquire a permanent address.
As expected, It was just the house, the only thing that could be classified as furniture was the TV stand left behind by the previous owners and a very old looking washing machine in the utility room was proudly representing the entire fleet of (possible) white goods and the mirrors on the wall were reflecting empty bedrooms. Yet it was full of dreams and excitement.
It was a new chapter where We no longer have to worry about landlords paying unnecessary visits and complaining for the sake of it and/or trying to flesh the biggest possible portion of the security deposit. I remember a landlord trying to charge me £60 to collect the PAYG gas meter key from the estate agent which was merely a mile away, And another one trying to charge us for the broken toilet flush, oh the irony of crappy landlord.
The excitement of freedom almost died on day three when our ancient washing machine broke down. We did miss the “luxury” of having repairs/replacements done by just a loud phone call. Well, freedom comes with an increased responsibility, lesson learned...
The journey from a studio flat in the south of the UK to the massive four bed house wasn’t the easiest one, but with great support from friends, we made it. Without the support we received, it wouldn’t be possible at all and we are forever in debt. Only true friends can put you in this trouble. A debt that no money can buy and something that’s almost impossible to pay back. So, a massive thank you to my friends who helped us to make our dream come true. Not to forget friends who tried/offered assistance and advice all the way.
This incredible journey has taught us some valuable lessons as well,
The first lesson, People who share good times with you may not be there on your hard times its not uncommon for them to be invisible when they know that you might ask for help, Anyway, life goes on and I set off with the analogy of underwear/friends.. (Clean/replace as necessary) Update: Now we are almost furnished, and the air beds are folded away. Just replaced the carpet on the master bedroom and waiting for payday for the rest. The guest room is still unfurnished, however we aren't expecting any guests for at least few months and we are confident that we can offer a warm and conformable welcome to our visitors soon. And oh, House warming is due of course…. We might have multiple ones, so watch your Inbox for invitation.
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kishan
1/17/2016 03:51:58 am
congratulation!!! cheers!!!!
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Richard
1/17/2016 04:11:12 am
We look forward to using your facilities on our visit this year lol lovely house well happy for you both!
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Shyam Sapkota
1/17/2016 11:11:58 am
Sunilji,we are really overwhelmed to read this good news which is expressed as a story, first of all Congratulations to both of you, expecting to hear more good news in future from both of you again. All the best. Will visit you sometime in near future.
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Andy
1/17/2016 04:14:08 pm
Silly B. Good luck with it all.
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