I have been meaning to write a short story about myself for
quite a while now but my schedule has been crazy so I have been unable to get
the chance! Today is a free day so I have decided to type some...
First thing I want you to know about me is that I do not
believe in fairy tales nor do I have fantasies. I am a very realistic, logical,
highly rational girl. I am totally without sentimental but I am emotional. It’s
a little bit confusing to think about but hey…
You must be wondering who I am. I go by the name Tara Harte.
I am a classy girl but I won’t bore you with details about my background. I live
in a two-bedroom apartment in Abuja- very posh- and I drive a 2008 Camry.
I am currently undergoing the mandatory youth service…thank
God it’s almost over. You must wonder how old I am to afford this kind of
lifestyle considering the nation’s economic situation…I am only 25 years old.
Do I love my job? Of course, why else would I do it?” oh
yeah….the money! The money is really good, no? I know I must disgust you but
common, I have seen myself through University, studying Mass Communication (I
like to call it Mass Fornication *wink!). Once I am done with my service year –which
is soon- I have enough money saved up to travel out and study at New York
Academy.
You see, I moved to Abuja five years ago when I got
admission into the University of Abuja and I have been here ever since. Most
people have been misled to believe that it’s easy to be a giver, to take care
of the needs of others selflessly and ensure they come off satisfied at the end
of the day…how wrong they are!
The dangers of serving a client who is a total stranger, the
anxiety at the thought of the things that I might have to do to please
him/her/them (common, don’t be so narrow minded!) and whether you come off as a
great server or a horrible one. You also
have to worry about whether you will get superb referrals. There are times I
even had to read a whole book or watch a movie to understand the role play a
client desired. (Let me not ‘assault’ you with the details)
You may stand there and laugh at my profession but like
everyone else, you have to work up your way on the ladder of success. Today, at
the age of 25, I serve the aristocrats of the society. I strongly believe in
the Word which says, “Do not despise the days of little beginnings…”(who are
you to judge me?)
In the beginning, my clients were mostly bank manager and
people of such rank. Today, I can proudly beat my chest of having worked my way
up the ladder to a place of influence where I give service to senators, governors
and political party chairmen. By next year, before I travel, I am looking to
break into the harem of godfathers and even African presidents.
By now, I’m sure you can tell I take what I do seriously and…
“Ewo”, I shouted as a slap landed on my back
Ipa looked down at me with a stern face and said, “your brother
dey go Enugu tomorrow, do and come and enter the school wey you wan go for the
form abi na wetin sef?
I promptly got off the mat, adjusting my wrapper as I made
for the board behind the door.
“Me and mama Chikodi, your younger brother, don dey save money
since for this time wey you go go school. Abi you no wan go again?” Ipa asked.
“Nnayi, I wan go. Thank you Nnayi.” I said as I bent to
light the oil lamp.
I sat on the stool and placed the board on my lap. I brought
out my UME form and began to fill in the Universities of my choice as that was
the only part I had not filled yet.
“So which wan you come choose na?” Ipa asked
“First choice, University of Abuja, near Aso Rock” I replied.
That brought a smile to Ipa’s face. “Second, University of Lagos”. He nodded
Like I said, I do not believe in fantasies but I believe in
vision! (Wink!)
By the way, my name is Chichi Maduagwu Chukwuka (see why Tara
Harte is better?). I live with my parents in Izzi, Ebonyi State. I am 19 years
old… pleased to meet you, see you in six years!
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