Whenever somebody ask me to relate an experience that I can never forget, millions of different experiences comes to my mind. But there is only one experience which I would consider memorable and unforgettable. It was the first time I went to Enchanted Kingdom in Laguna where I rode a roller coaster. Why? The fear, excitement and anxiety that I felt, is beyond one’s imagination. Let me recall the whole incident.
It happened in 2007 where I started my career in BPO industry, where the company ask us to stay in Clark since we do not have the facility yet here in Davao to start with. So, the two first batch went to Clark for training for three months.
During the first three weeks we spent in Clark, we decided for our team to have a team building since some of my team were first timers in Manila. So I suggested to spend it in Enchanted Kingdom since it would also be my first time to go there.
It was a sunny day. I woke up in the morning. Our dormitory was noisy because everyone is preparing for our travel to Laguna.
“We are going to Enchanted Kingdom today.” My roommate’s voice interrupted my thought. I could sense happiness in her cheerful voice.
The moment we all reached Mall of Asia to get a ride to Enchanted Kingdom, my close friend suggested to take a Van so that we would be much comfortable. So we reached the entrance of EK and we all had taken our own pictures individually and as a group.
My supervisor suggested, “Let’s go for a ride in a roller coaster first. I’ve heard so much about the roller coaster here and I’m dying to try it.”
I said: “No way, I wouldn’t want to be scared to death”. I protested, shaking my head from left to right as hard as I could. And everyone agrees to try that first. I don’t have a choice but to go with them.
I don’t know if I have to stay or try it out with my other teammates. I guess, I have no choice but to try and see how I will conquer my fear.
“Hurry up!” urged my Supervisor. I