A Day To Call Their Own

Second time unlucky!

My second defeat of the year...

My brother from another mother, Teh Yong Yuan. In the end, both of us only managed to get certs *sigh*


Thanks dad for always driving me around for running events, you're the best!

Well, I'm not very bothered by the fact that I couldn't win anything from this run. There were quite a lot of good runners that really pose a difficult challenge for me. But if I look at the bigger picture though, more people are taking up sports particularly in running & their numbers are growing every year judging by the increase of participation especially in events like this which is a boon towards cultivating healthy lifestyles among Malaysians. Why shouldn't I be happy then?

The main purpose of this run is to commemorate the annual World Firefighter's Day. This day was started in remembrance of honour & respect when five Australian firefighters died while performing their duties. Besides the police, I truly believe that firefighters are one of the few selfless people in keeping our world a safer place to live (yes, including our own Malaysian police & firemen as well).

I'm surprise that the world would rather love Justin Bieber than these unsung heroes


Wah saving a child, this one must really respect wei!

Firefighting has always been a dangerous profession. I just can't imagine putting my own life in danger to save another even if you pay me a big fat salary cheque. If I can help through financial means, definitely no problem. But to put my ass on the line? Hell no! However, these guys are willing to go through the risks despite the potential dangers that may be fatal ahead of them. So to all the men in red uniform out there, I salute you!

A firefighter on a rescue mission during the Japan disaster


Courage, honour & courtesy. These are distinguished qualities of a chivalric knight in the medieval age. Therefore, I shall refer today's firefighters as the modern noble knights!


Where would we be without them?

No medal but it's okay, it's okay *pat myself on the back*. At least I won something from the day before. Pictures below belongs to Pui San a.k.a 'doc on the run';


Yes, the thrill begins after sundown!


Participants getting ready to take on the tower


It's much more comfortable to breathe due to improved ventilation system


I'm actually more glad to see the bottles of water rather than the kakak haha!


A huge relief once you see this sign


Officials distributing the finishing medals


At the observatory


Yay bangga! *syok sendiri*


Back down at the tower base


KL Tower, I've already conquered you thrice. I own you bitch!


Amazing, just look at her sparkle ~


After winning my 6th medal, I'll be taking a short break from running until early next month. Chow for now!


"I have no ambition in this world but one, & that is to be a fireman. The position, may in the eyes of some, appear to be a lowly one; but we who know the work which the fireman has to do believe that his is a noble calling. Our proudest moment is to save lives. Under the impulse of such thoughts, the nobility of the occupation thrills us & stimulates us to deeds of daring, even of supreme sacrifice." - Chief Edward F. Croker