Inspiring Pedestrians

My little brother, Ari, once told me a story of his three friends who love to walk miles. They are Mirza, Evan and Adit. They have walked from Ragunan to Pondok Indah and Ragunan to Senayan City. I thought it's a crazy thing.. though I was proud of them somehow.

About six months ago, Ari told me that they're planning to walk from Ragunan to Bintaro. My jaw dropped. But they're serious.

Four months ago, I wrote on Mirza's Facebook wall. I said, "Burger King Bintaro will be open soon. If you could walk here, I'll buy you each Burger King value meals + dessert if you like."

Yesterday, Ari told me that they're going to walk tomorrow (which is today). I felt doubtful.

Today, 11 am. Mirza sent me text. "Kak, we've arrived in Bintaro Plaza."

I shouted "NO WAY!!"

Feeling very excited, I asked Uchil about how to reach Burger King Bintaro from Bintaro Plaza. As soon as I got the info, I sent Mirza a reply.

12.00 noon.

The boys waited in front of the main entrance. They looked exhausted yet excited while I could not help myself to control the excitement.

I shook their hands and congrats them at the same time. Then we hurried to the Burger King.

Mirza, the Captain

Evan and Adit

I asked so many questions to them. Here's the highlights for you guys.

They are addicted. Once they've accomplished, they wanted to walk more and further. It took them 5 hours from Ragunan to Bintaro. They did 'stop and sit' for a while for several times. They talked while walked. They asked for directions from people. They started at 6 am and reached Bintaro Plaza at 11 am. Their legs hurt but the pain would be worse in the morning after. And for your information, the length of Ragunan - Bintaro is approximately 30 km.

Sweet Treats for the Boys and Me

After heavy lunch, we spent time in Bengawan Solo Coffee, a local coffee house which I love. Mirza and Adit had The Ultimate, while I had my personal favorite, Iced Caramel Macchiato. In the end of our conversation, I asked them about their next destination.

Mirza answered, "Ragunan - Tanjung Priok".

I grin.

He, then asked, "Tanjung Priok is near Merak, right, Kak?"

"No. Merak is located on the edge of Java island. It's a different province too."

"Oh, no! I thought we would walk across the province!"

"What? You did! Did you know that Bintaro actually in Banten? You did cross the province!!"

They're shocked but I could see they're very proud of themselves.

The Inspiring Pedestrians and The Inspired Writer

I am also very proud of them. They're doing thing that make people think they're crazy. They have shown me that nothing is really impossible. They make it happen.