The Race of Rights

This event is something like Amazing Race, but it's just in Kuala Lumpur, and last for 7 hours ONLY. We were allowed to drive but chose to take PUBLIC TRANSPORT instead. And here, I mean LEGS as public transport.

I was really excited for the race, and was determined to win the prize, of course. Like all events, setbacks do happen and I don't blame the organizers too. Its just that the unlucky participants will face it, and that also cannot be avoided. Winning something needs at least 1% luck.

To cut the story short, the race was long, not because many places in KL was covered but we just had to go through a particular place more than once. For example, the 'Pseudo Highlight' went to and fro Central Market and Petaling Street 3 times, and then we walked to Masjid Jamek. Yeah, I know its not far...but imagine yourself running in Central Market and Petaling Street then to Masjid Jamek. I'm quite proud the team managed to withstand 'torture'. I think if those area were covered with water, I woudnt' feel like dying.

On the way to the High Court, tadaa...I heard something snap. Seriously snap. And, damn, the pain was worst then getting struck by lightning. But, stupid me, continued running. Yeah...all for the sake of RM 800. I can't help it, my inner self was too determined that my physical strength just gave up. So, I run, and run, and run. The pain was there, and I was immune to it after an hour holding on and not giving up.

Little did I know, after the race, I picked up a hamstring injury and a torn ligament on the left leg, specifically the knee. That's not all, I sprain the muscles on my right leg, and both the sole of my feet has blisters at very very funny places. I seriously dunno how to walk. The pain I'm feeling now is worst than the muscle tear, near my shoulders, after tennis competition 7 years ago. Everytime I walk, I stumble. I feel so wobbly. Even trying to sleep hurts even more. (that's why I'm blogging). The doc said, 'no vigorous activities for you in the next 6 weeks', or else you may need an operation. At this moment, I feel like a disabled. I should go to Persatuan Orang Kurang Upaya, then they can teach me how to make the best of life. The pain was so bad, I got an injection, and painkillers, yet I still feel it. I'm such a lousy sportsperson. Like tofu, or worst. I'm seriously dissapointed in myself.

So dissapointed that I cannot join tomorrow's competition. I have to pull out. I can't defend my 4 years title. I'm devastated. My life is shitty now man! I just let some random person take my title like that. Sigh! I'm so useless, I think that's why my body gave up on me. Arghh, emo!

Anyway, I shall talk about my team members - Sherrie, Sue Anne, and Edwyn.

Sherrie a.k.a 'The Super KanCheong'
This girl is superb. She kept up with the speed, being a tour guide and partly helping plan the strategy. Sudoku expert, like serious expert. She finished the puzzle before I came back with the pencils. So amazing!

Sue Anne a.k.a 'The CameraGirl Highlight'
Ini orang, banyak funny. Despite having 'something' nobody wants to have, she managed to keep up, run like mad, climb the stairs, cross the dangerous roads, and most importantly, take nice pictures. She was the brainstommer and also like coordinating the race so that I won't make mistakes. (coz I tend to make conclusions fast). Good job, sh!

Edwyn a.k.a 'The FullOfStamina Guy'
People, I tell you, this fella on land, he can run, walk, anything, and he is not tired. He must be some cross-country runner or triathlete or Superman! He's like another tour guide, and also VERY VERY observant. Like, little things, and hidden places he can find. Not bad, eh! Well, if we don't win, at least we had a great time running, laughing, erm....what else? talking? oh and the most important thing was the experience.

Lastly, Kim a.k.a 'The FakeSmile Girl'
I had to smile for the camera so many times today. Especially with the Body Shop, Nike, and Starbucks cashiers. I practically gave out a fake smile. Sorry la I can't help it when they are thinking that I'm gonna sell their pictures. Anyway, it was practically my fault too, coz I decided to change route, and go to the city instead of completing everything a Brickfields. So, yeah, there our team met another setback, which we wasted time, LIKE 30 MINUTES. Gahhh. I even fought with the front desk receptioninst in Lot 10. I felt so bad for asking her so many times whether she is sure that there isnt Starbucks in Lot 10. She gave me a KL map instead. So nice of her, right. Lol!

L-R : Edwyn, Kim, Sue Anne, & Sherrie
(picture courtesy of www.myinterpretationanne.blogspot.com)

I think 'Pseudo Highlight' team went to do task other groups have not gone to, and we found errors, AND, wasted time. Sigh. I blame myself for this. It was my plan to change strategy. If only 45 minutes was not wasted in the Library and 30 minutes in Lot 10, I think we would be able to continue my strategy. I'm really sorry! I love today, for another reason though. Someone was being nice and sweet! *HUGSS*


What do you do when it hurts so badly, that you cannot even cry anymore?

sigh again. in pain and have to study for chemistry. this is a life for young people.

~ I'm letting go, so give me one more chance, to save me from this road I'm on~

Kim