It was on the 14th of January that I got my apartment which has been an issue for me since I got to the city for my service. Getting an apartment can be a daunting task as you would start moving from one street to another, from one location to the other with the caption "Please, is there a vacancy?" I have never done this before and it was my first. I was the one who would get the apartment, so, I needed to take up the task and start searching for one and ready for what was ahead of me. I sent to different whatsapp groups in the state if there was any vacancy and I kept getting feedback that it would be till the end of this month to get one.
I became devastated at a point because I was already getting tired of the whole thing. I became someone who would keep tracking different agents as they told me it was a "first come first serve" thing and the person who pays first would take the apartment, hence the tracking so I don't miss out on the search.
Finally, I got one on the 14th which was on my birthday and after liaising with the man in charge, who is also a Pastor, he said I could move in anytime since I already told him about my plan to move in that week. I was taken to the flat to check if it was to my taste.
"Are you okay with it, corper Busayo?" The man I was staying with asked just to confirm if I liked it.
"Yes, sir, it's something I wanted for my privacy." I replied.
"What about how the place is? I mean you may be lonely, perhaps you can have someone to pair with." He said this out of pity as I could see through his eyes and he thought I might want to change my mind.
"No, it's okay by me. I don't need anybody to pair with. I love staying alone and enjoying my solitude." I smiled at him while scanning through the whole place.
"Alright then, Pastor said you can move in anytime while he talked to the caretaker on the payment but you should get ready #50-70k for the year"
"Thank you very much for your help so far." I sincerely appreciated him.
I picked a date to come and do some clean up which was on the 16th after I returned from work. There was no one to help me, so I decided to do the cleaning on two different days, so I wouldn't feel too weak because it is a big place that needed a thorough cleaning as the whole place was dusty and the ground wasn't tiled too. I bought a sponge and soap and I began taking away the unwanted items and removing the cobwebs, dusting the whole room; bedroom, kitchen, toilet and bathroom including the verandah where I can be spreading my clothes. I just loved how the flat was built in a way that I do not need anyone to distract me. I stay upstairs and when I want to wash, will do that in the bathroom and spread at the verandah. It was exactly a perfect place for my privacy.
To tell you the truth, the whole cleaning took me hours to finish up on the first day, that was when I knew relocating to a new apartment was not easy especially having to do the whole clean up by yourself, and then going through the rigorous task of packing your loads and moving from your previous place to another. It got to a point, where I had some injuries on my hands and legs due to cuts from window glasses and taking out some hard equipment which was abandoned by the previous tenant. I felt pissed at first for my injuries as I never wanted, not even a scratch on any part of my body. But it didn't stop me from continuing the work until I was done with everything on the second day.
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While I was doing the cleaning, I listened to music which made the whole task fun for me and it gave me that relief when I finally finished the whole clean up. I then proceeded to get foodstuffs and carpet at the market and arranged everything to their rightful place. Afterwards, I travelled down to the state I finished the university from to pack my belongings and returned on the 20th which was on a Saturday. At the end of everything, I felt so satisfied with how the whole place was looking nice and tidy.
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You really did a great work cleaning, and relocating all by yourself. Hardworking princess 🤗
The cost is quite affordable
I couldn't believe it at first when you told me the other time
The arrangement looks nice
I hope you enjoy the place and is there security?
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There is security oo. A peaceful place too, cannot be compared to where I was coming from in Ondo. So cool and loved my privacy. Also, there is electricity through the pastor putting on Gen every night to charge my gadgets. The relocation and cleaning wasn't easy oo but knowing no one would come help me, I did all myself and I am glad when I was through. Thank you mama 😘
This sounds positive
Enjoy your stay over there😘
Awnnnnn...Princess Busayo the place is so nice and beautiful 💕
Thank you, @gladys234 ☺️
Looking for a new place to live is not easy, there are many inconveniences and problems that must be solved. Fortunately you managed to overcome all that and can enjoy your personal space.
Thanks for sharing your experience with us.
Good day.
Yes. I was able to do my best and it is to my comfort now. Thank you for reading ☺️
House hunting can be very humbling, especially if you're doing it alone. That's why I usually use the services of house agents if I have extra money to spare. Another stressful part is cleaning up the apartment when you finally get one, especially if it's an apartment that was left in a horrible state by the previous owner but the good thing is once you summon the strength to start the clean up, it gets easier from there. Music makes it go smoothly too 😊
Hehehe. I was just happy the state I met the house wasn't so bad, else, I could have started crying right from when I stepped in 😀😀 it was just dusty which I did my best with it. It could have been easier if I had seen a cleaner around but there was none at that moment.
Hahah. See as room fine. Omoh. Let me come and sleep on that wall hanger now.
Oya come and sleep na. Spoilt boy 😆😆😆 with your heavy body, you want to bring down my wall hanger 😏
I'm so glad you're settling in really well. I never hesitate to read your nysc stories cos they bring back memories, the rent is quite affordable and you did a good job with the arrangement. Staying alone is a vibe and I'll choose that over anything else, stay safe dear..
Yes, you enjoy yourself more when you stay alone; for your privacy. Thank you, @leeendah
Very clean and neat setup. I really love this.
Thank you 😊
NYSC is such a scheme that opens one up to experience new places. I wish you a hitch free service year.
Amen 🙏 that's the important thing — to have a hitch free service year. Thank you.
You are welcome.
It's a good thing you got a place so personal because getting to pair with a stranger is not ideal. But I must tell you the place is looking 'prim and proper'😀
Aww. Thank you for the compliment.
Wow, that was such an amazing transformation, it was awesome.
Truth be told, searching for a vacant apartment is such a stressful task. I once tried it and I regretted trying it.
Thank you for sharing such an amazing right up.
Hahaha 😆 searching for an accommodation will humble someone. Lol
Thank you for reading.
You are welcome sis
House hunting and relocating to a new place is never an easy job to accomplish.
I wish you a great experience in your new place. The price of your apartment is not costly at all. !LUV
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Not costly oo. Things are so cheap here in Saki. Thank you, mama 😘
Congratulations on your new apartment, @princessbusayo! It sounds like you were very lucky to find it. Thank you for sharing your creative nonfiction story in The Ink Well, and for reading and commenting on the work of other community members.
Yes, I was indeed lucky with the apartment. Thank you very much 😊
Funny how listening to music makes everything fun. I also love listening to music while working. Congratulations on your new apartment. And the room looks so neat. Its beautiful 💕.
#dreemerforlife
Yes, music is beautiful and makes things easier and fun. Thank you for visiting.
Congratulations on your service. Where are you serving? The house rent sounds cheap.
Cleaning is such a tedious task. You could've asked your fellow corp members to help you out.
I wish you a successful service year. Stay safe.
Yea, I am serving in Oyo state. Nah, I didn't see anyone around to help with the cleaning then, I had to do it alone. At least I am enjoying it now 😁
Thank you for reading.