Friday, May 28, 2010

A Muse Called Melina

In Greek mythodology, a muse is any of the nine goddess daughters of Mnemosyne and Zeus.  They are  Calliope, Clio, Erato, Euterpe, Melpomene, Polyhymnia, Terpsichore, Thalia, and Urania, each of whom is regarded as the protectress of a different art or science.


In today's running scene, there is a modern-day muse and a source of new inspiration. She's called Melina. Known to some by her nickname Twinkle, Melina has become a refreshing sight in almost every race here in Cebu.  Hers is a sunny personality and charisma that never cease to bring a smile to anyone who sees her.  Up close, she's very approachable and friendly.  If there is a Darling of the Crowd award handed out each time (besides the costume merit), it rightfully goes to her, hands down.


The efforts she puts into the whole ensemble plus completing the whole race course is indeed a class act.  More than the colorful and themed outfits, Melina's firm commitment to fitness and healthy lifestyle is worthy of admiration. People go through great lengths to achieve a goal. If you're able to do that and encourage people along the way, that's double the achievement.


The Yellow Jersey dedicates this post to Melina.  Thank you for adding color and bringing renewed excitement to the sport.  For your infectious energy and positive spirit.  And most of all, for inspiring runners and making us believe that if you can run that far kakayanin din namin.  Maraming salamat.

See you on the road!

5 comments:

  1. In Cebu there is Maam Melina. In Manila there is Maam Tessa Prieto. Great runners both! Big attractions too in the running scence. Wouldn't it be great if they could be brought together to light up one single race someday?
    Food for thought...Great post bro!

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  2. At last, a blogger finally gets to blog about Madame Twinkle! By the way, Madame Twinkle is the one who makes her costumes, and organizers will give her a call in what will be the "run's theme".

    In recent runs, Madame Twinkle already has some serious competition in the costume department! But Madame Twinkle is Madame Twinkle, she is the original!

    @ Scientist Runner: Yeah, no?! That would be really fun!

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  3. @Scientist Runner: that will be a real treat! thanks!
    @Ling - couldn't agree with you more. btw, will add your blog in my blog list, hope you don't mind, thanks!

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  4. sure thing! you are already in my blogroll! i like promoting Cebu-based running blogs!

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