So, I've just gotten off the phone with Z & B, who have just left Kota Kinabalu and are now on their way to Semporna, a small town near the southeastern coast of Sabah, North Borneo. Can't believe they're there right now!
They are headed to Mabul and Sipadan, my dream destinations! I'm not sure if they'll be putting up the night in Semporna or heading directly to Mabul, but whatever it is, I wish I was there :(
As to why Mabul and Sipadan are my dream destinations, let me fill you in with a little story of mine. One of my earliest memories dates back to when I was about 9 years old. At the time, our family was staying in Brunei, so Sabah and Sarawak were nearby. Dad was stationed in Sabah and frequently made trips to the islands off Semporna's coast, especially Mabul.
He would always bring back seashells and delicious purple seaweed. When I asked him where they came from, he'd show me photos of the place and each time my jaws would drop in awe at the sheer beauty of Mabul.
From then on, I decided that I had to visit the place one day and not just for a short holiday, but for at least 2 weeks to a month so that I may soak in the atmosphere and properly relax. Rushed holidays are certainly not for me.
Anyway, here's another update on my diving classes. Had my first theory session a couple of days ago and I've got to say that getting a diving license is not easy!
We watched some videos and answered some questions from the manual, some of which were pretty technical. Apparently, there are quite a lot of 'skills' to master such as clearing water off your mask if it gets flooded or finding your regulator if you accidentally knock it lose underwater.
I'm certainly looking forward to that... can't wait to take my first breath underwater... friends keep telling me that you never forget that experience!
Will update again when I hear from Z & B!
