Volunteerism Run 2011 organized by Public Relations (Education) students!

As part of their course structure, Public Relations students are required to run a campaign, and one of them is organizing the Volunteerism Run & Carnival. Initially, I registered for a race namely Sg Long Building run, a competitive race that gives out medal (one of those things I never get bored of). However, something rather 'magical' or some would call it 'tragic', struck me recently. The incident that struck me made me feel like a small kiddo finally found his favourite long lost pillow. 

Sheer joy.

Ask me about it if you wanna know in details.

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Volunteerism run, which was held at Tronoh Mines Village slight off Kampar, is supposedly a charity run, non-competitive which the proceedings will go to building of a new library there. Noble cause by the Public Relations team. The Public Relations team possibly stamp their mark in Tronoh Mines history as the place never had an event or function of such magnitude - with so many people visiting Tronoh Mines. The Public Relations team practically just added Tronoh Mines in the 'personal map' of so many people as people are more aware of its existence.

Just right before the flag off of the run at the starting point, we were informed there are prizes for top 5 positions. My eye brows were raised cause as I was expecting a casual run. Anyway, I finished 5th in this 5km race, which was below the expectations of many. Competition for top places are getting stiffer, races will get better. Looking forward to race again to do better :). 

The CF running gang and I - early in the morning before the sun rises

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Here are a few scenic shots of the Tronoh Mines village ;

Sun rise!

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The starting line - some school somewhere in Tronoh 

1000 runners.. well done to the PR team for fishing so many participants :)

Pang!  - the village chief doing the honour

Running through the oil palm plantation

Smiling to the cheers by the water station :)

Sprinting to the finishing line!

Finish! :D

Guess who clinched 1st place for the female category? - the Block H cafeteria aunty :O

Resting and filling up survey forms

The carnival consist of games, food stalls, exhibitions etc.

Taking shelter by the ambulance :P

The prize won - Yee Hup sponsored biscuits. Later on I won a food steamer from lucky draw :).

Participants spectating the performances arranged.

Miau Miau (the actress from Ice Kacang Puppy Love) among the artist who entertained us and got us giggling.

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There a brief post, got to rush off to gym now. Tata!

Much Anticipated Runs.

31 January 2010 - Kuala Lumpur Masters City Day Relay
3x3km Relay, with Yong Meng and Kevin.
Hmm, being realistic I'm doubting our chances because there will be plenty of strong runners.

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6 February 2010 - Putrajaya Night Marathon
Running Half Marathon(21km) and at night for the first time :D.
Anyone interested to join this? Contact me!

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14 March 2010 - Bareno Run
Most probably I'm doing 5km only :b

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27 March 2010 - Energizer Night Race

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25 April 2010 - Bidor Half Marathon

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16 May 2010 - New Balance 15km

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27 June 2010 - Standard Chartered Kuala Lumpur Marathon

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I see a great year ahead :). Oh and happy new year!

Kampar Friendship Run 2009

Yes, anyone interested in joining the Kampar Friendship Run?

Things you would like to know about the run :

• 6th September 2009
• Non-competitive run
• Available in 4km / 8km
• You can call Mr. Chan at 012-5642532 or email him at susansiew@yahoo.com for participation
• Contact Wan Yew Leong at 019-356 9031 or email him at wanyewleong@gmail.com for more information.
• Or, just check out this link KAMPAR RUN INFO
• Grand Kampar Hotel Registration Form. Trust me, the hotel is a pleasant place to stay :).
  

Reason to join this run :

• Enjoy the beautiful town of Kampar with hills and lakes surrounding it (If you've been following my blog you would have seen some of them, or you can check out my Kampar related posts).
• I'm joining :).
• Kampar's Fish Ball noodles,
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  Chee Cheong Fun,
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  Curry Chicken Bun,
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  CB chicken biscuit,
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  Claypot Chicken Rice and many more awaiting you here.
  
• Some drinks and light snacks will be served after the run.
  
• Kampar hunks/chicks are hot! (:
  
• Or if you're just too bored of Kampar, Ipoh is just like 30mins drive away :).
  

Eh, Ethan, Wei Kit, Kit Weng, joining anot? :\

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SIANG WHY LEAVE. ;(

Showdown of Champions

In this case, it's champions of tennis. I was never a fan of tennis, but watching current and previous champions getting in on in the court is always something to look forward to.

I was informed by Justin to work for this event, money + watching world class players. How awesome is that?

No, we were not assigned to work as ball boys, merely ushering and ticket checking.

There were these stupid rules stating no food, drinks, umbrella, camera with flash. So we were doing our best to deny them from bringing those item. However some customers were really furious with the rules, there were scolding with the four letter word, smashing of hamburgers to the ground, disowning of their food, fight almost erupted (Khy Li the peace maker). Macam macam ada. Alright minus the drama.

The 4 men playing would be 2 legends and Hall of Fame-r as far as tennis is concern, John McEnroe, Bjorn Borg and the other 2 tennis greats who are still very much in their prime or slightly passed it, Roger Federer and James Blake.

I searched online for the poster of the event, and this is what I found.

There's something amiss with this picture. Rafael Nadal was not on the agenda. But I'm aware many of the girls, and some dudes, would fancy Nadal getting in on with Federer. On the court.

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The showdown of champions was held at Stadium Putra. Familiar?

The set up of the court way before the showdown kick off.

In fact, there I met many familiar faces, including a friend whom I've not met for almost 6 years! MELISSA TEH! She's still as small and cute as ever haha. You guys from 6U, we were in the same class before. Ring any bell?
Soon later, we were scheduled to have our dinner. Pathetic one :\.

This is Khy Li and Wee Lee. These people don't bring pens to class, they bring knives. Chefs-to-be. Don't mess.

Kit Weng the fastest footballer and Kai Fu the pro.

Totally the opposite of what we had. Dining for the rich and famous. >=(

Oldies John McEnroe and Bjorn Borg warming up. I think it would be fair to show pictures of them when they were in their prime and much younger, when chicks dig them instead the other way.

The former world no. 1 with his infamous tantrums, John McEnroe. Nice hair. Reminds me of my mum's.

Bjorn Borg. Nice hot pants. Nice hair too.

There, you're seeing Roger Federer returning shots back to James Blake. The ladies shouted when he removed his.. jacket. Wtflux.

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There were 3 matches;
John McEnroe against his all-time rival Bjorn Borg,
Roger Federer against James Blake.
Team USA (Blake/McEnroe) against Team Switzerland (Federer/Borg).

The one who are in orange were the winners for the night.

Federer executing an ace serve.

Because I'm wearing the tag and shirt, I have access to the somewhere really near to the court and this was my view. You know how tough was it taking pictures with flash, with the security right next to you. Probably the security dudes were understanding enough haha.

Federer up close. Not close enough though.

Er. whatever. This is for you Katherine.

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I might sound like I'm a tennis fan but I never was. Doubt I'd even turn to one. Realised the point system of tennis are kind of long-winded. Gets a little boring after some time.
Mmmhm.

A picture of the small group of us(the people I'm fetching back except Justin) after work to rap up the day!