One of the biggest push factors that got me to agree to take part in the Bintan Triathlon was that my entry fee would be waived by the Tribob
people [thanks guys!].
I figured why the hell not, what did I have to lose? As it turns out, I’ve lost nothing (except some weight – ya!) and gained a lot in return. Not to gloat, but over the years I’ve received a lot of job-related freebies – champagne, clothes, bags, hotel rooms – but this freebie has been particularly rewarding and definitely life changing.
Keeping with this sentiment, I’ve decided to use this race to make a small difference in someone else’s life. Back in January 2008, I was challenged by the TOS team to use public transport and not take a taxi for two weeks. I did it and the money I saved, I donated towards Pain For Gain which ending up buying someone a sewing machine.
It felt good to be able to do something for someone.
This time round I’m donating my entry fee and as I am not super confident I’ll make it within the three hour mark, I’m going to motivate myself further: I’ll donate $2 for every minute that i make it under the three hour mark and $10 for every minute over. That should get me moving…
If you’re reading this and interested in finding out more about Pain For Gain and if you’re in the position to donate I know it will be greatly appreciated.
Wish me luck!
Tags: bintan, pain for gain, Time Out Singapore, tribob
May 21, 2009 at 2:29 pm |
You go girl!
Tell you what do, you meet your targets, and i’ll match you dollar for dollar.
For real. Every dollar that you donate, i’ll throw one in too.
May 21, 2009 at 3:00 pm |
Sweet! Thanks! Ill text u Saturday afternoon. BTW, it was Erik’s idea to add the $10 bit. Smart arse.
May 21, 2009 at 3:20 pm |
Hi Babes,
If you do it within the 3 hours, I will donate the amount you paid for your entry (and will also spend a Saturday afternoon cleaning and organising the rustic shoebox!!). I hope that is inspiration enough!
May 21, 2009 at 3:26 pm |
With an offer like that how can i NOT make it within three hours. thanks sweetie!
ps there is a bookcase and closet SCREAMING to be organised!