My flight from Singapore is at 10:35 but somehow the day before I kept thinking that my flight would be at 1:30 p.m. Luckily I check on my itinerary the day before, if not I would have missed my flight.
Mum send me off to the airport, with a heavy heart. She kept reminding me if I had remember to bring everything....hmm I checked 3 times that I brought everything. In the cab, the taxi driver asked me to check if I bring my passport and air ticket....this cause me to be more nervous....argh! The taxi ride to the airport was smooth but the counter is not open for check in so went for breakfast with dearest mum. Wasn't hungry as my mind is full of thoughts.
While queuing to check in, a chinese lady approached me and mentioned her sister's luggage is over the limit and since I have only 1 luggage she's asking if she can tag with me. Hmmm it's rude to say no, so I agree. But when I check in, the lady at the counter told me since I don't know the chinese lady, she have to reject.
After that, I went in and walk aimlessly at departure hall. A lady who is on the same flight (she was the sister of the earlier lady), approach to me and started to speak to me in Bahasa with mixture of Khadazans language. I am so blur..I dont understand what she say. But I somehow I dont know how to avoid her or say NO. But luckily she is not seated next to me.
Upon reaching KK's International airport, I quickly take my luggage and go to the taxi counter to purchase a voucher for taxi. That lady was there but she wasnt buying any voucher. Asked me if I have eaten and wanted to eat...I said NO. When I reached the taxi stand, she was there and asked to loan my handphone, that was when I had cold feet and said sorry my taxi is waiting and jump into the cab. Didnt know what will happen if I stick with her and loan my handphone...can she be trusted? or I look too innocent to be her victim.
Taxi ride from KK International airport to my hotel (Grand Borneo) cost RM50 for 20 minutes ride. I felt safe but my heart is heavy. Saw cemeteries on my way....chinese cemeteries and christian lawns are side by side.
Staying at Grand Borneo near 1Borneo.
The view from my room.
The hotel is pretty new, checked in and had a good shower and short nap. Upon waking up, went to wonder around at the megamall. Went to RasaMas restaurant for a Honey Chicken Set...and it's cheap - RM7 (rice, chicken, veggies and soup).
Went back to the hotel to rest and erm message him. Will be meeting him on the next day, Friday & Saturday. Read Sabah map to plan my outing for tomorrow.
For the first time, I had to queue to have my breakfast (at 8:00 am). The restaurant were crowded with tourist from Hong Kong, Korea, Japan and some caucasion. Didn't have much appetite so ate some bread and mango juice before heading to the Philippines Market.
Took the free shuttle from One Borneo to town (Wawasan Plaza). In the shuttle met with an aunty who is from KL. She is shocked that I am alone and praise how brave I am. She thought I am 20 haa..ha.... She was looking for pearls and I suggested that she and her friends to head to Philippines Market coz it's cheap and you can bargain.
When we arrive at Wawasan Plaza, I just went straight to the Philippines market (following the map). For the first time in my life, I jaywalk without worrying about my safety. It's common to jaywalk in KK, cars will stop for you as you walk......pedestrian RULE!
Walked a few rounds and finally set my eyes at one shop to purchase my pearls. Had a good bargain an
d the aunty and friends ma
nage to catch up with me.
Backview of the handicraft.
Went to the market next door selling fruits and corals.
Saw some tidbits to buy back for the office and then went to the back to watch fishermen who just came back from sea with their catch.
The sea look calm........
The weather was hot therefore decided to relax at Starbucks before heading back to the hotel for a rest while waiting for him. Received message from him that he has a telecon that day so we are meeting on Saturday.
After a short break, went to the indoor Rainforest at One Borneo. After purchasing my ticket, went in and ooooops I saw SNAKES! I am afraid of snakes...so what did I do...I ran all the way in and stood for short while to catch my breath, took some pictures aimlessly .....trees trees trees and quickly run out of the place. So embarassing...less than 5 minutes in the rainforest just because of SNAKES.
The indoor rainforest....so eeeerie
Had dinner at Bintang Legenda Cafe. The walls are decorated with pictures of the late P. Ramlee, Saloma and many more (famous artist in the 1960s).
They were playing songs sang by the late P. Ramlee and the menu also are named after the artist.Ordered Nasi Goreng Labu Labi and Pinky Juice drink. It's delicious....yumm yummm
On Saturday, met him for coffee at Starbucks and had a long chat........well no solution for our problem for long distance relationship and I didnt want to argue, just leave it to fate. And he asked me out for dinner. So he sent me back to the hotel to shower and will be picking me up at 8pm.
At 8pm, we head off to the town for dinner. Had a wonderful surprise from him....a candlelight dinner by the waterfront. We couldnt decide where to eat whether it's Aussie steak or North Indian Restaurant and finally we decided to go for Tandoori. It's so romantic even heaven is crying for me ...slight rain for short while. He had problem reading the menu as he had to rely only on one candle.
The most happiest moment of my life!
After dinner, we took a stroll by the waterfront before he sent me back to the hotel to rest. And will be picking me up the next morning to the airport. I am so HAPPY! Every single seconds with him is important to me and I cherish it.
Left KK with a heavy heart...leaving him behind. This time heaven cried for me.....it rain heavily as heavy as my heart and tears started to roll down without me realising. Goodbye KK, if I am fated to be with him....I will be here, stay here and find my happiness and love here.
