Travelling!

Half way doing packing, I'm almost done with it! :)

This time i will not be bringing Dido... :) Just make it a very simple trip. hehe. One last week of holiday..................................................................................

Journey to KK, Sabah.

For these three weeks holidays, i was lucky enough to visit the Sabah, which has indeed left a very unforgettable memory in my life. It was simply awesome! Despite the packed schedule and nights trapped in UMS hostel, i truly enjoyed myself! It marked so much difference when you're traveling with your friends. (An awesome bunch of friends, of course)

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Sabah, known fondly as ‘The Land Below the Wind’ is really an attractive place to visit, with Mount Kinabalu rising majestically 4,095.2m from sea level and its beautiful stretch of coast with beaches of fine white sand and crystal clear water.

I am proud to tell you all that i've successfully conquered Mount Kinabalu! It was not an easy journey way up. I struggled with the pain of my old injury at the joint of my right leg. Every step i made by lifting my leg up hurt a lot. But it was the unwavering determination that held me on and moved me on. I am guilty to admit that i didn't really have enough physical training before the climb. I was busy enjoying my holiday. The only things i did before that week were one evening of jogging and two tennis sessions. (These are not even counted as trainings!) So you see, i had a hard time climbing up.

Before the climb, we stayed at Kinabalu Park. I was lucky to 'tumpang' a lecturer's daughter, that i got to stay in the Peak Lodge. It was a very high class, comfortable Western lodge. We were so excited snapping photos of every corner of the lodge, yes, i meant every corner!

We also had buffet meals there where we savoured every mouthful. And i took every opportunity to be creative by decorating my meals. XD It was fun!

I experienced the deepest inner as well as physical struggles making my way up to the Low's Peak. It was so difficult because i was exhausted with the steep climb, and the wind was so strong and cold. It was as if the nature and your tired self were telling you to give up. But i didn't want to give up just yet. I saw the peak already, i just had to walk there.

Climbers with headlamps trailing up the mountain slowly, battling the coldness but determinedly making each step forward.

I had a mountain guide by my side. Somehow i felt that i was very lucky because it seemed that i was the only one who had a personal mountain guide. My hands were frozen and numb, and my breathing was fast. Seeing this, the mountain guide held my hand. His hand was so warm! He asked me a few times whether i was really going to make it to the peak or i would better just walk back to Laban Rata. I was unsure if i could make it. But one thing for sure was i want to make it to the peak. So i took a deep breathe, and told him, 'Even if i have to crawl up there, i would do so too.' Hearing this, he nodded his head, 'if you want to, i will help you. But don't push yourself too hard, if you can't, just give up. If not you might die halfway up.'

I understood the danger and risk very well if i persist when i was already no longer physically fit for it. But, how could i possibly give up? My students were waiting me for the good news; my friends were praying for my success; my family was praying for me; the others had gone up to the peak; I had already come so far, climbed so much, experienced so much pain and struggles. And i had paid the money for this. (RM530, not a small amount for a college student ok?) The peak was just right in front of me, i just needed to press on and make it there.

So yes!!! Thank God! He granted me extra strength and i finally kissed the summit! The feeling when i was standing at the peak was - awesome - it's indescribable - you just gotta experience it yourself! (At least once in your life.) It's really something that i will remember for life!

I took this when i was going down from the peak. Did you see my proud face?

I thank God too because i got to witness a breathtaking sunrise! It was something that i wanted to do during this Mount Kinabalu climb! It was stunning, beautiful... How great the Creator is, who painted such a beautiful sunrise! It made the whole climb very worthwhile!

Awesomely stunning, breathtaking and beautiful sunrise!

After the climb to the peak, my mountain guide praised me that i am mentally strong. He was surprised too that i could make it up there. This is Agnes, mentally strong! If it's something i really want to achieve, i will, no matter what, press on and endure all hardships in order to reach it. For those who want to challenge Mount Kinabalu: It is a difficult journey up, but it's achievable. Have enough physical trainings before climbing, it will help a lot.

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Hello, Manukan Island!

Manukan Island offers a perfect rendezvous with nature: long, white beaches with gentle surf, crystal-clear waters, and a perfect place to say hello to beautiful fishes. The semi-circular Manukan Island is just about 15 minutes from Kota Kinabalu, you can get a ride by using the speedboat. This is a good paradise with all kinds of fishes. You can find Nemo here! Renting the snorkeling equipment is just RM5! This is a budget island if you want to visit a beautiful island and protect your wallet from excessive 'bleeding'.

Photo with my TESL junior.

We were the only two challengers from TESL course. Oh by the way, i need to clarify that he wasn't putting his hand on my shoulder. It just happened to look like that because of the angle. But hey, don't you think we both look cool? heehee.

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Overall, it was such a memorable trip that i will cherish forever. I took almost 2000 photos in just 6-day trip! This was the first time i went traveling with friends and it was awesomely awesome! Friends make so much difference by just being around. :)

KK is a very good place to visit. I will for sure visit it someday. Didn't really have enough time to really tour around KK as we were trapped in UMS hostel. Of course, apart from Mount KK, we did go to places around KK such as the Philippine Market and 1Borneo which is located somewhere outside UMS.

NEXT DESTINATIONS:
Singapore (Year end), Otago, NZ (June 2011!)

Can't wait!!!

Finally!

Tada! I'm going to Otago June next year! :) Can't wait can't wait~

After waiting by my lappy for hours, and with the help of my daddy, i bought my air ticket to Christchurch, New Zealand! I will be there for two weeks! :)

Hooray!

Praise the Lord for the air tickets! :)

:)

It's been quite some time, hasn't it? :)
And we've changed a lot, haven't we?
And things are changing day by day, aren't they?

Hey guys, finally got the mood to blog. (No, actually i don't have the time to blog, but despite this, i feel like i need to blog. It's a way to keep things going on, it's simply a way to... record down what i've gone through.) So...September has ended.

I went for a vacation (yes, i think i can call it a vacation.) during the September two weeks break. I visited KL, Singapore and Pulau Langkawi. GOSH I LOVE THE BEACHES!!! :D From all these travelings from places to places...seeing new things, experiencing new things, I have really learnt a lot of things. And, i'm determined I gotta find the answer someday. 18 is not too late.

Yes, 18 is not too late!

Back from Sibu.

3rd June 2010 . Thursday

Hi people! I'm finally back! :) I can't believe, it's just a five days trip yet i was missing home so much dy. :D Actually i'm quite lazy to type something here. However, since i am uploading my photos on Sibu trip to facebook and it takes time, i might as well update something here while waiting. :) But the Internet connection is quite bad tonight. =/

All in all, Sibu trip was great. :) But we didn't manage to go to many places in this trip. The only bad things were:

1. The room we stayed was a wooden one, so it's really hot especially in the afternoon, you will be baked inside there. Well, i almost got myself baked a few times. lol.

2. Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria. Hyper hives. lol. I name the latter one, in layman's term for you all. :) Bro suddenly got that on the 2nd day. It was really scary, cuz there were large regions of red blotches, swollen patches all over his body! It was so scary!!! If his condition worsened, he would have difficulty in breathing. He couldn't sleep that night due to extreme itchiness and irritation. We were looking for antihistamine for him, but we couldn't find any. So in the end, i suggested that we use cough tablet, which was drowsy too, to act as antihistamine. First, was to make him sleep so that he wouldn't need to suffer more from an aggravation of itchiness. Second, of course, to act as antihistamine, to ease the itchiness. What i did was right! Yay! I am a doctor. Oops, i mean, was. :( Hmmm. I just simply love those sophisticated medical terms.

3. I DROVE!!! On the highway!!! First time driving daddy's car! First time used gear 5! hahah. It was so scary, man! I only drove part of the journey, hehe.

To Sibu!

Daddy said those who love sunset are usually pessimists. I find it somehow quite true eh. :)

Now, i shall make you all drool with theseeee.... :D

Kompia with minced pork.

bun broccoli pork

GIANT prawn.

Fried rice with pineapple and chicken floss.

Dessert.

Mee sua with chicken soup.

Cha mee cha lan...

Kampua

Ding Bian Hu.

I dunno the name for this, but hey, it tastes very very delicious! :) It's butter topping on a soft bun. :)

and...those that are yet to become food.

纸包鸡 xD truly 纸包鸡!

Played with baby cousin!!!

adorable!!!

That's all. Not gonna post much. Oh yea, i've realized lots of things in these five days. Hmm. Took sometime when i was free to reflect back on life. Well, starting from tomorrow i'm gonna work. I need to tidy my study table! Update my LDV file, make a book on plots for Much Ado About Nothing. Oh goodness. This isn't really a holiday what! :(

Backache. Gotta go sleep dy. :)

I said a "goodbye" to you!

Sentosa, Singapore ♥

I was browsing this a while ago. I've been to Sentosa last time, but didn't get to visit the whole Sentosa island. So this year, i am going to visit all the fun and cool places on Sentosa island! I'm coming!!! ♥ ♥ ♥

Click here for the map of Sentosa Island !

Imbiah Outlook, Palawan Beach, Siloso Beach, Songs of the Sea, Siloso Point, Butterfly Park and Insect Kingdom, Desperados, Dolphin Lagoon, cable car, Megazip Adventure Park, Azzura Beach Club, Marine Life Park, Equarius Water Park, Universal Studios Singapore® and more and more and more!!!


Universal Studios Singapore® - You wouldn't want to miss this!
Enter the thrilling world of movie magic as you “Ride the Movies” on roller coasters and other movie-themed attractions. Be dazzled and delighted by an immersive entertainment experience that brings the silver screen to life.

Check out the map to find out cool places in it.

Lots of places to eat, to enjoy the view, to shop, to play, to feel the fun, thrills and excitements! A must go place this year end! Start saving money! :D

Oooh, i spent so much time finding the info to promote Sentosa. :p
For more information, visit the website.

Sibu Trip (21.11-01.12.2009)

Just came back from Sibu today. It was a special trip, a trip for me to unwind, a trip that opened my eyes, a trip that made my heart feel a different way towards things in life.

Master Chef Restaurant, Sibu

Had an expensive, delightful and scrumptious dinner with daddy's friend. And then followed by luscious dessert. =9 Really ate to the heart's content. 3 hours man!

Apple Restaurant, Bintulu

Had dinner with Uncle William and his family when we reached Bintulu. It was a total indulgence enjoying this Coconut Pudding. Fresh and sweet.

It was till then we realized how tiny we actually are.
[Uncle William's house, Bintulu]

a lonely road

The light was actually one of the chimney with radiant flame, burning with full blast, that never keep the sky lonely. Bintulu's night sky is never dark. How noisy it was up there, and how lonely it was down there. [Bintulu]

When can this stop?

It's late at night, when everyone is snoring, smiling while dreaming...the Earth is being destroyed slowly yet destructively. The factories are still working despite days and nights. 24 hours, throughout the whole year, never stop working. Emitting thick smoke which contains hazardous chemicals and harmful particles that will affect every living thing's respiratory system. They trigger Asthma. That is why, Bintulu marked one of the highest rate of Asthma in whole Malaysia. [Bintulu]

A plane.

What does it look like to you?
An adult carrying a child. :)
[on the way back to Kuching]

A pleasant view. How magnificent!
Thank You, Lord, for every fascinating things You created.
[Grandma's house, Sibu]

Last but not least, this trip was even memorable because the whole family spent the time together. It was really joyful sharing things, laughing at the same thing, feeling things the same way (we are connected!), teasing at each other (naughty at times), having arguments (but still different), sleeping together, squeezing each other and...LOTS! :) Have to appreciate every moment in our life and to cherish all the beautiful memories we had together.

放慢生活的舞步，
才能去欣赏身边的每一样美好景色。