A man has taken the internet by surprise after fulfilling his childhood dream of buying a toy he couldn’t afford at the age of 10.
The man, who shared his touching story on the popular social media platform X (formerly Twitter), revealed that the toy had always been a long-standing desire, but financial constraints and his mother’s disapproval kept it out of reach during his childhood. Despite his wish, he could never get the toy at the time, leading to a sense of unfulfilled longing for years. Now, as an adult, the man was finally able to purchase the toy he had once dreamt of owning.
In his post, he expressed his excitement and joy, writing: “I couldn’t afford this when I was 10, and my mom didn’t like it, so I couldn’t get it. But I don arrive now! I used to pray for times like this.” His words reflected the sense of triumph and satisfaction that came with achieving something he had long desired but could never have as a child. He also shared photos and a video of the newly acquired toy, allowing his followers to celebrate with him in his moment of happiness.
The post quickly gained traction, with many users commenting on it, sharing their own experiences of childhood dreams and some expressing admiration for the man’s determination to treat himself. His journey of perseverance resonated with many who understood the value of fulfilling long-held wishes, regardless of age.
See some reactions below:
@Rarelyyseen: “I like as you sabi hold gun, shey you dey less busy tonight?”
@code_czar: “I bought a rc car the other day just to live my childhood 🤣, my mom wouldn’t get it for me wen I was younger cause it was too expensive.” 🪼
@fc_acct: “You reduce volume??🤨 no be so e dey sound when I small ooo, e dey sound like m16.”
@judy_nwa: “The amount of knockout I’ll throw this year. I just think about it and I’m happy.”
@Daboy_olami: “I’m happy for you my brr. Abeg u fit borrow me for tonight operation if e Dey successful I go buy u M4.”
@JayDoherty43: “I used to love that as a child lol this brought back some memories! Hope you enjoyed yourself never be too old to have fun!”
@AgbIvy: “This is the reason why you must allow your children to do what their mates are doing. Imagine an adult playing with this toy. Chai.”
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I couldn’t afford this shit when I was 10, and my mom didn’t like it so I couldn’t get it, but I don arrive now! I used to pray for times like this pic.twitter.com/1HMSJ3hW15
— Hellboy⛧ (@xandresparadise) December 2, 2024
