28.11.11 - Cycling at Kepong Metropolitan Park

We wanted to go cycling at Taman Botani Kepong, but was surprised when we were stopped by the security guards there who said that we were not allowed to cycle there. It was strange, as the last time I went there in April this year, I saw several cyclists there. It was also ironical that bicycles are not allowed in whereas cars and motorcycles can be allowed in. I even saw a tractor there the last time. It was also a shame, as it is a nice place in nature but we are not allowed to cycle there. So much for encouraging Malaysians to exercise.

So, we packed off and headed for Kepong Metropolitan Park instead. This time, there were many parking spaces and quite a number of people who wearing inline skates. There were several children cycling too. Fortunately there was a large place near the fountain where the children could cycle, in a large circle. The tarred road was not suitable because cars and motorcycles still passed by there.

Video of the boys cycling

After cycling, the boys went to the playground. This time, S is very confident and went playing whereas E was a little more reticent and it took some time for him to warm up and play at the playground. The last time we were here in February, S was still afraid to play at the playground whenever there are other children around. Previously, he was hesitant to climb this ladder, now he can climb it very fast (see video). Thank goodness his earlier hesitancy was just a passing phase and he has outgrown that phase. Looks like E is now at that phase. 

Video of S climbing