You’ve got a friend in me

When I turned 16, I got my silence my first try. I got my first job at Dunkin Donuts, and began paying for car insurance. Car insurance was not cheap for my moms Hyundia Elantra. I paid 190 a month for this little car. While I was only making enough to pay for the insurance, and my phone bill, it was difficult for me to save money for a car. After six months of waiting, I had $500 saved towards a car. A car had finally available in my area that I was interested in. I put the $500 down, and began paying $150 a week until I could pay off the car. My girlfriends family could see I was in a difficult position trying to pay off the car, while paying my other bills. They lent me $500 to pay off the car, and to register it. I began paying them $100 a month for 5 months until I paid back what they lent me.

About 8 months later, My transmission went in the car. I sold it for $400 to an older man who had a transmission to put into it. My girlfriend’s parents felt bad for me, and offered to help me again. Her dad bought me a $3,000 truck from a friend of his. He felt that since I had finally had the freedom of my own vehicle. I had just changed jobs, so my hours didn’t correspond with my moms, so transportation was going to be an issue. I now pay $200 a month for my truck, and with them knowing my financial situation, they often would be understanding if I didn’t come up with $200. They were there for me when I was in a difficult situation, as well as when no one else could help me.

A struggle for me is saying directly who I have helped. I’ve helped several people, just not in big situations. I helped a friend find a job when they were in need. I had just began working at Applebee’s in auburn, and my friend was having issues at his job. My bosses trusted my word when I said hiring him would be great for the company. Based off my work ethic, they hired him, and he made a great addition to the team. As time went on, I helped 2 other friends of mine get a job.

Even though my parents aren’t classified as my friends, I helped my mom by bringing her to work after she sold her car. She sold her car to buy her boyfriend a truck. Once she found out that the truck had a broken frame, the money she had spent on the truck came back to her, and she was in the middle of switching jobs. Once taxes come in, she plans on buying a car. But in the meantime, I offered to bring her to work, and pick her up to help her in her time of need.

Life wouldn’t be the same without the people that have helped me in my life. My girlfriends family was there for me when when I was in need for a vehicle. WIthout them, I may still be without a vehicle, and still be working at Sabattus Dunkin Donuts. Also, my mom would be in a difficult situation if I didnt have a vehicle, because not only would she be needing a ride, but so would I. Having friends is important. Treat your friends like they are your family, because when you are in a time of need, they will be there for you, when no one else can.

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