Lamborghini La Rioza
God truly listens and responds to our prayers… at the right time; in HIS time!!!
One thing I have always wished and prayed for is to own a vehicle in mint condition. Well, let us qualify that statement – I mean a vehicle in mint condition that my tight budget will allow me to purchase, one that can comfortably accommodate and sit at least all my 4 kiddos when they all come visit me here in Houston.
And you know what? My prayers were answered!
I was browsing the net while savoring my freshly brewed hazelnut flavored coffee last Saturday, Dec 24th @ about 9 AM when I came across a newly posted ad online describing this vehicle for sale. By 4 PM that very same day I drove the vehicle home… but not after some trying times. Here’s the chronology of my Saturday adventure:
(1) After I checked out the vehicle from front to back, roof down to the rims of the tires, I decided not to buy it because the seller wanted $2K more than I could afford and willing to pay. Being a prudent shopper the price I offered to pay was way below the trade-in value. Daydiay ti makuna nga nairot la unay diay siniglotna nga sinsilyo… uray la nga agtiritir pay diay piwis diay aglako.
(2) I was about to walk away and back to my truck when I realized that I didn’t have my car keys with me. I left them in my purse – in the truck of course – when I stepped out upon my arrival. So now I am locked out of my truck. The rain that started as a light drizzle has now evolved into a full blown torrential downpour. I am used to a little rain – why, in Ambalayat we used to have a deluge each and every monsoon season. But the stiff wind blowing added to the chill factor. Checking my jacket pocket all I had with me was a credit card, my driver's license and my iPhone!!! Everything else I left in my purse. I whispered, "Lord this is not funny at all...Paskua pay Apo … apay ngay nga KillJoy can sa metten?”
(3) I called three close friends who lived nearby where I was stranded. Would you believe not a single one was available to respond? I got their message machines. Okay, so they were all busy preparing for the Noche Buena, but come on, not even one could pick up and answer the phone? As a side note, they all called back later that evening. Not being able to raise any help I again whispered, “God please stop teasing me, I need to get back home!!!”
(4) I was stuck there alone in the rain, in the cold. Dusk was quickly falling. I took a quick muster of the actions I could take and in what order. I could call a locksmith to come open my Ford Ranger pickup truck – but that would cost a steep $100 dollars and that could buy one pinugpogan nga kalding. So I gave up on that thought. I was mentally rearranging my priorities all over again when the seller tapped me on the shoulder and said he had an idea. I was all ears.
He said, “When you made your first offer, I countered with $2,000 more. Well I have been thinking and I would be glad to take just $500 more instead. That's about $1500 less than I expected to get. Can we make a deal?”
Without any more haggling we sealed the deal, I ran to the bank and asked for a manager's check which is the only payment option other than cash the seller wanted, did all paperwork required, called my insurance and the vehicle was mine. I whispered finally...”God, thank you!”
When I got home, my two other children (kadwa da ni Amang da), just barely arrived after spending more than 40 hours on the road driving mostly in bad weather from Los Angeles. My daughter felt so traumatized with the experience of driving during and right after a snow storm she swore never to do long driving again!!! My inaunaan and the kim-ot took the plane last Monday and were already home.
Again, I firmly believe that GOD TRULY LISTENS AND RESPONDS to our prayers. As a side note, I am still waiting for Him to give me my ultimate dream car....a brand new LAMBORGHINI. I see the Lord shaking his head in disbelief. Oh well, you all continue to enjoy the holiday season. Be safe in your travels and God bless you!
One thing I have always wished and prayed for is to own a vehicle in mint condition. Well, let us qualify that statement – I mean a vehicle in mint condition that my tight budget will allow me to purchase, one that can comfortably accommodate and sit at least all my 4 kiddos when they all come visit me here in Houston.
And you know what? My prayers were answered!
I was browsing the net while savoring my freshly brewed hazelnut flavored coffee last Saturday, Dec 24th @ about 9 AM when I came across a newly posted ad online describing this vehicle for sale. By 4 PM that very same day I drove the vehicle home… but not after some trying times. Here’s the chronology of my Saturday adventure:
(1) After I checked out the vehicle from front to back, roof down to the rims of the tires, I decided not to buy it because the seller wanted $2K more than I could afford and willing to pay. Being a prudent shopper the price I offered to pay was way below the trade-in value. Daydiay ti makuna nga nairot la unay diay siniglotna nga sinsilyo… uray la nga agtiritir pay diay piwis diay aglako.
(2) I was about to walk away and back to my truck when I realized that I didn’t have my car keys with me. I left them in my purse – in the truck of course – when I stepped out upon my arrival. So now I am locked out of my truck. The rain that started as a light drizzle has now evolved into a full blown torrential downpour. I am used to a little rain – why, in Ambalayat we used to have a deluge each and every monsoon season. But the stiff wind blowing added to the chill factor. Checking my jacket pocket all I had with me was a credit card, my driver's license and my iPhone!!! Everything else I left in my purse. I whispered, "Lord this is not funny at all...Paskua pay Apo … apay ngay nga KillJoy can sa metten?”
(3) I called three close friends who lived nearby where I was stranded. Would you believe not a single one was available to respond? I got their message machines. Okay, so they were all busy preparing for the Noche Buena, but come on, not even one could pick up and answer the phone? As a side note, they all called back later that evening. Not being able to raise any help I again whispered, “God please stop teasing me, I need to get back home!!!”
(4) I was stuck there alone in the rain, in the cold. Dusk was quickly falling. I took a quick muster of the actions I could take and in what order. I could call a locksmith to come open my Ford Ranger pickup truck – but that would cost a steep $100 dollars and that could buy one pinugpogan nga kalding. So I gave up on that thought. I was mentally rearranging my priorities all over again when the seller tapped me on the shoulder and said he had an idea. I was all ears.
He said, “When you made your first offer, I countered with $2,000 more. Well I have been thinking and I would be glad to take just $500 more instead. That's about $1500 less than I expected to get. Can we make a deal?”
Without any more haggling we sealed the deal, I ran to the bank and asked for a manager's check which is the only payment option other than cash the seller wanted, did all paperwork required, called my insurance and the vehicle was mine. I whispered finally...”God, thank you!”
When I got home, my two other children (kadwa da ni Amang da), just barely arrived after spending more than 40 hours on the road driving mostly in bad weather from Los Angeles. My daughter felt so traumatized with the experience of driving during and right after a snow storm she swore never to do long driving again!!! My inaunaan and the kim-ot took the plane last Monday and were already home.
Again, I firmly believe that GOD TRULY LISTENS AND RESPONDS to our prayers. As a side note, I am still waiting for Him to give me my ultimate dream car....a brand new LAMBORGHINI. I see the Lord shaking his head in disbelief. Oh well, you all continue to enjoy the holiday season. Be safe in your travels and God bless you!
The 2001 Toyota SR5 4Runner La Rioza
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