In my last job interview I was asked for a time I had to make a decision in a short time. Well, yesterday it happened and I discovered that I suck at making decisions quickly.

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to buy a 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino convertible. They’re tiny little cars, about three metres long, so cute! They handle very well, look unusual and are very cool. I’ve always wanted a scooter but had reservations about riding in wet weather, not being able to carry a passenger or carry any luggage. The Cappuccino solves all these problems… and gives me street cred 🙂

I already have a modern, spacious, reliable car. Most people think it’s very nice and are envious. The only quibble I have with it is that every third car out there is the same model. I spent all day yesterday, agonising about whether or not to by this rare and special Cappuccino. There are only three people whose opinions have any weight in this situation: Jason, dad and Damjan. Dad and Damjan told me to be practical. Jason scorned practicality and convinced me that cars can be fun.

In the end, after three calls to the dealer, I set up an appointment for him to drive the car from the city to my home in peak hour traffic so that I could inspect the car.

Of course, the dealer called me back two hours later to tell me that the car had just been sold. Snapped up, like all the other Cappuccionos out there! Opportunity lost!

…I was relieved. No decision required. Jason was disappointed, big time.

Now that I think about it, I can relate this situation to many times I have been in a fantastic book store or music store or when choosing a movie. Whenever I am surrounded with many equally attractive choices, I become confused. I throw my hands up in the air and declare, “It’s all too difficult!” I usually leave the store without buying anything, figuring that I was happy before I walked in, so I won’t miss anything if I don’t buy it. Being indecisive is a great way to save money.