As I was moving into my new accommodation, I couldn't help but think back to the memorable car journey I had taken a few years ago.

The journey began after I graduated from college and had to move out on my own. I had to pack all my belongings quickly due to covid's restrictions and move them out of my school in a hurry. The moving company's cars were not allowed to enter the school premises, so I had to move everything from the 12th floor to the outside of the school by myself, including heavy boxes of books and 2 pairs of dumbbells. The porter looked at me anxiously but he couldn't do anything to help. Finally, I managed to get everything out and we set off on a long car journey from the westernmost to the easternmost part of Beijing.

The driver was skilled, and the ride was smooth and comfortable. I could see the beautiful view from the window, feel the breeze and enjoy the warmth of the sun. During the journey, we talked a lot about life, friends and work. We shared jokes, laughed and even stopped to buy a bottle of coke. He treated me for that. It was a great bonding experience and I felt grateful for him on this long ride.

Finally, after a long drive, we arrived at my new home. He quickly helped me move all my luggage inside and I collapsed on my bed, utterly exhausted. Looking back, it was a challenging yet memorable experience that taught me the importance of perseverance and the kindness of strangers.

As I settled into my new accommodation, I thought back to that car journey and realized that it was the perfect way to say goodbye to my old life and start anew. It was a smooth, comfortable ride that symbolized my transition from the chaos of college to the new beginnings of my independent life. I smiled, feeling excited about what the future held for me.