The Yellow Ribbon Run 2010

It was almost 2am in the morning and I could not sleep. Tossing around, maybe fallen into sleep in between till its 4:30am and I finally could wake up and prepare for the run. Hearing the rain drops, a feeling disappointment clouded me, wondering if the race will be canceled. Baby and I made our way to expo early in the morning and reached Expo to catch the shuttle service to Changi Village. With many other like-minded runners, none of us gave up in turning up for the event, neither did the organizer.

The rain never stops even for once. We took the poncho and wore it on before heading for the starting point where the race has already started. It is my first time running in the rain, looking at others who are also doing the same. I realized that if you are determine to do something, nothing will gets in the way. The yellow ribbon run is much more exhaustive than the previous runs I have registered for. Firstly, it’s raining, secondly, our shoes and clothing were weight down by the rain water, thirdly, the resistance from the strong wind against our body, have become a great challenge to us. However, the cool weather helps to keep the heat away and made us awake and energetic throughout.

I was cursing and swearing wondering how long I must go further before I see the finishing point in front of me. Pulling off the poncho off me as it is trapping heat inside me and we are wet already anyway….Why are there so many slopes?! Worrying about the old ancient trees along the road, trying to spot if there is/are potential weak tree branches while I was heaving and panting through…

The number of water points was quite pathetic, and upon seeing the finishing line (finally), I manage to run towards its embrace with much encouragement from Baby, who has been pushing positively and supported me through the 10K journey.

The collection point for goodie bags and baggage was quite a bad location, as they were set in the middle of a big open field. The soil was fully soaked up and formed patches of mud everywhere. My brand new Asics has finally gotten a rugged look after being tainted by the yellowish brown mud. After collected our goodie bags, we headed to Kallang to collect my race pack for the Army Half Marathon and finally, made our way back home and as for me, with an almost broken pair of legs……….

Next week, AHM!! :)