Greed vs Contentment

I have always wanted to buy a new digital camera of my own. Previously I have been using my sis's one which I have been putting up with its poor batt life, small screen size and limited functions cum capability. I aim to buy one of my own after I started working.

1.Few months ago, it has to happen that I was so lucky to win a secondhand Nikon camera at my company's luckydraw. I felt so destined to win it! Of so many ppl, of so many prizes, I have to be the one to win what I have wanted to buy initially. It seems to have granted me what I have always wanted. I should be thankful and happy. Yes of cos I am. However, I grow to learn that the camera that I have won cannot satisfy what I really really want due to its low megapixel and again the small screen size. Furthermore, the night mode doesnt produce the fantastic quality which I desire to see. Insofar, I do not have much sense of belonging towards the camera yet, probably knowing that it is secondhand and myself not being the one to have paid for and chosen it out of my own preference. As such, I have not grown a fond interest and ethusiasm towards taking photos with that camera as yet.

2. And it has to happen that recently, a SONY roadshow has to be set up right at my door step to tempt me to buy a new camera which I have been contemplating to! Not to forget the brochures which I have been receiving through mailbox and in between newspapers which have me spotted the camera that I would like to have. $399 with 2GB memory stick, casing, screen protector and mini tripod. 7.2 megapixel and 2.5inch screen size.


I am therefore so tied between giving in to my desire of my wants and being grateful and contented with what I have. My heart goes out to the lovely blue coloured camera with its wide screen size, high mega pixel and various screen modes that would allow greater flexibility. My mum asks me to go for it since I have financial ability now. My dad advises that I make do with what I have first until the current one goes haywire. Ha, a clear distinction in the thinking style between my mum and dad.

3. And just awhile ago, I went to read my horoscope in the newspaper. It reads: Learn to take care of what you have instead of continually seeking more. After all, how many people in the world lack what might consider mere necessities? Be grateful-and responsible-for your current status.

Damn! Such a remark so applicable to the dilemma which I am currently caught in.

Maybe I should learn to like what I have. The camera does give decent shots afterall. I still look reasonable in those pictures taken. If not, the fault should lies in my face and not the cam. Ha.

I still have some hours to decide before the last day of the promotional roadshow ends at 9pm tonight.