The year 1989 was the most memorable year for me. Well, it's because this was the year my little sister, Joanne, was born.
I had myself kneeling at my Mom's feet, begging her that I must have a new "playmate", telling her, "Momma! Momma! Can I ask you a favor?" I said with all smiles.
"Yes, sweetie. Sure. What is it?" She said after picking me up and putting me on her lap.
"Umm, are you 100% sure you'll do this for me, Momma?"
"Well, if you're asking me to give you a car for your birthday, then there's an odd chance you're getting one, sweetie," she smiled lightly.
I said, "No way, Momma! I don't want a car. At least not right now. When I'm older maybe. Thirteen?"
"I'll have to think about that, honey.