history: MY friend of 6 years was saving to buy a mercedes when I met her. She finally got it this year. MY friend of 6 years had been saving up for a mercedes since I met her. That's a little strange She was. I thought it was a fantasy_comma_ but she actually bought one this year. Used or new? NEW! CAn you belive it? 
current: I can. Its good she achieved her dream.
next: I think I need some pointers from her.