Soaring high

What does it feels like to soar freely high up above the sky? Will the wind still feel lovely on one's face? Will one be able to open their eyes and marvel at the sight of gaze? Or will the adrenaline rush becomes too unbearable?

I really admire those who did bungee jumping. They have enough guts inside them just to step over the platform. I don't think the head down feet up position plunging down is the most bravest thing to do. I think it's the moment when you actually jump, when you actually took that one (could be very small) leap of faith.

I'm not afraid of heights. But I'm very afraid of the possibilities. What if it's not correctly tied? What if I collide with a bird? What if the rope cut loose? What if and what if.

That's what stop me from bungeeing myself at New Zealand. Apart from the 90NZD (around RM200) for one jump and a certificate. I just couldn't bring myself to do it. Whereas before the trip I was so excited and determined. This could be my once in a lifetime opportunity only. Guess I'm really not that brave after all.

But I did Swoop. Which is 'soaring' as well like a junior to bungy. But instead of tied up with a cord only, in Swoop we're cocooned inside a special harness. Then we're raised into the air and by pulling a ripcord we're sent plunging down the earth at a super fast speed. But we can swoop three person at a time. So, there's the comforting feeling of hanging high and plunging down with someone else and though we didn't have to step over the platform, one of us have to pull the ripcord ourselves and the consent was given to someone which is not me. I prefer to anticipate the fall not initiate it. Hehe. The feeling? Sort of like Solero Space Shot at Genting. You left your heart and your stomach up there.

So:

• Did I scream? - Yes.
• Did I freak out? - Yes.
• Was I scared? - Out of this world.
• If given the chance, will I proceed with bungy? - Err, we'll see.

Weee~ We're swooping the air.

:: First picture was the lovely feet of Peej and me swinging a giant swing at Penang's Tropical Spice Garden. The swing, build on top a small hill overlook a part of the beautiful peaceful garden. It is a very interesting and unique garden where you can see all the herbs plant (some are very rare) and learn about spices. It's a very stimulating olfactory experience as well. Located near Batu Ferringhi, it's really a must visit.