A Burden Lifted

by Ryan Healy on May 22, 2008

Last Friday marked the finalization of the sale of my motorcycle. That’s when the buyer picked it up and drove it away, bringing closure to the two-week transaction.

So far, I feel a lot better knowing I’ve wiped out that debt. It’s not hanging over me anymore, and I no longer have to pay BMW Financial Services $344 a month.

What’s more, I don’t have to maintain my motorcycle (get the oil changed, valves adjusted, etc.), pay registration taxes/fees to the DMV, or pay for motorcycle insurance. When I look at the whole picture, I’ve not only eliminated debt, I’ve simplified my life considerably.

And that feels really good too.

While I will miss riding my motorcycle this summer, the feelings of relief far outweigh my feelings of regret.

And as a side benefit, I’m already cycling more, which is healthier and still gets me out on the road every week.

If you have a “big ticket” item you know you should sell, go ahead and list it on Craigs List or some other advertising site. I think you’ll find that when that item is sold, you too will feel that a burden has been lifted.

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John C. A. Manley | www.MetaphysicalStories.com May 22, 2008 at 1:46 pm

Congrats. Hey, and cycling is better for the environment, too.

I sold a high-priced piece of hardware a few years back on eBay when times were rough. Felt really good.

Ryan Healy May 23, 2008 at 2:00 pm

Thanks, John. Yep, there are a lot of benefits from cycling. Just got back from a one-hour ride, in fact. It’s a great way to get exercise and enjoy the outdoors.

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