LAWAS TRIP

Yesterday at around 9.00 am we started off from house for a short breakfast at Putatan. At around 9.30am we started our journey to lawas. The weather was exceptionally fine for outdoor activities. I had expected heavy traffic because of the long holidays but it was smooth sailing all the way with a bit hiccup on and off.

When we reached papar, the traffic was a bit heavy but after awhile it was back to normal and we continue our journey towards Beaufort. The sight of long greens and paddy fields were a welcome sight from the normal heavy bustle in the city. We spotted some buffaloes lazying themselves under trees and having their own sweet time. Along the journey we saw some cows grazing grass all done in slow motion.

When we reached Beaufort, we stop at the station for gas and to ease ourselves too. After a short rest, off we go to Sipitang. Before we reached Sipitang, we witness a car accident. The front portion of the car was a total wreck but i think no one lost their lives. It was a horrible sight. Off we continue to sipitang reaching there around noon.

Finally we reached the border of Lawas. There was a slight jam at the immigration counter as there is only one counter opened. We line up dutifully and when it was our turn, i notice that the immigration was overworked but he offered me a smile when i submit our mycards to him. I took this opportunity to start a conversation and he was very polite and cheerful even thought he was clearly drawn out. I really salute him for his professionalism. Syabas Sabah.

Then it is the turn to go to the Sarawak Immigration counter. It was the same scenario with the immigration officer ever smiling and very professional. We continue our journey towards Lawas which is about 40 minutes drive. At lst we reached lawas. Had a short rest and lunch we went sightseeing. A relatively small town but beautiful and quiet.

Our journey back home was pleasant and we reached kk at around 5 pm. It was taxing but we are really happy especially the encounters with the immigration officers. Their true professionalism and dedication to the work really augurs well for the government image. It is high time their counterparts from semenanjung do organise more study trips to Sabah and Sarawak to better enhance their skills in dealing with the rakyat.