For the first time in 2 years, I am now carrying a pink card in my wallet. Yes, I am now an NSman, and I have had a fruitful time in my unit, picking up skills as a staff officer which I would otherwise not be able to acquire while working in hospitals. Of course it wasn't smooth sailing (no puns intended, for those who are familiar with codewords); there were challenges along the way, and times when I had to learn things the hard way. Nonetheless, I am sure I emerged, though bruised, a wiser man, and I thank everyone who have contributed to the meaningful experiences I had.
I was clearing up my table 2 days ago when I unearthed the 六五英雄传, a nondescript little blue book that chronicled our days as cadets in training. It then dawned upon me that we have come a long way since then. So many of my friends have exchanged marriage vows with their loved ones, and some others are already fathers. Many more have passed exams and are poised for the next phase of their career.
I guess I have been somewhat apathetic about things during NSF, for I have yet to take Part 1 of MCEM, and I have not even started on my driving practicals. Yes, I know very well that sloth is one of the 7 deadly sins, and the evil grips of procrastination have rooted me to the ground. Yet, during these 2 years, I have embarked on exciting adventures. I started on dragonboat, I did a Grand Slam, and now I'm in the YEC. I am prepared to take my craft to a higher level, though I understand fully that my career should probably take centerstage. This is why I'm religiously studying my Kalra now, and as I would like to tell my friends, I wish I could just burn the whole book and drink the ashes in Milo to acquire all the knowledge in between the covers.
As Celine Dion crooned (you will soon begin to realise I like making references to random songs), a new day has come. Here's wishing all the best to my fellow platoon mates who have (or are going to) ORD. Enjoy your block leave, and see you guys in hospitals!
I was clearing up my table 2 days ago when I unearthed the 六五英雄传, a nondescript little blue book that chronicled our days as cadets in training. It then dawned upon me that we have come a long way since then. So many of my friends have exchanged marriage vows with their loved ones, and some others are already fathers. Many more have passed exams and are poised for the next phase of their career.
I guess I have been somewhat apathetic about things during NSF, for I have yet to take Part 1 of MCEM, and I have not even started on my driving practicals. Yes, I know very well that sloth is one of the 7 deadly sins, and the evil grips of procrastination have rooted me to the ground. Yet, during these 2 years, I have embarked on exciting adventures. I started on dragonboat, I did a Grand Slam, and now I'm in the YEC. I am prepared to take my craft to a higher level, though I understand fully that my career should probably take centerstage. This is why I'm religiously studying my Kalra now, and as I would like to tell my friends, I wish I could just burn the whole book and drink the ashes in Milo to acquire all the knowledge in between the covers.
As Celine Dion crooned (you will soon begin to realise I like making references to random songs), a new day has come. Here's wishing all the best to my fellow platoon mates who have (or are going to) ORD. Enjoy your block leave, and see you guys in hospitals!
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