IMAGINE... Labels: ASLC, BMT, BSLC, NS, PASIR LABA, TEKONG, trainee
I am writing this entry in mind as I cool down after my 5km run with the boys.
Unlock memories of NS Life - so far -
I can proudly say that I have served the nation with the best of my capability and with efforts – unappreciated & unknown to many – for a year and 2 months now.
I believe I have painstakingly planted and reaped the fruits of labour during the course of this one year.
I have never thought I would survive BMT especially the 7 day field camp.
Hell! Never even imagine I would ever wear a beret or don that yellow scarf on my neck for my SISPEC POP Parade.
From the beginning, I gathered knowledge regarding National Service through those who have been through or were currently undergoing NS then.
Horrifying, inspiring… volumes of stories were told and some managed to stick on the edges of my mind in mini fragments.
Those stories I carried with me into TEKONG AND PASIR LABA.
I guess, only when you have experienced it for yourself can you define and prove whether those stories are true or mere exaggerations to make hearts and minds insecure.
Well, it has been a beautiful journey thus far especially with great BMT & SISPEC mates to share your tears, joy and laughter with.
I bet if I was to go to my BMT and BSLC/ASLC bunk a flood of memories will bring back to those memorable days as a recruit/trainee.
A life without responsibilities. A life less cumbersome.
Till today as I stay alive to complete the remainder of my NS experience, I thank God for allowing me to cross my comfort zone and learn to work with people – i.e those who use to look down on me.
Some memories are best treasured unsaid.
Recorded and played in my mind.
For a restricted audience.
Only for my own entertainment.
So if you were to see me smile and laugh out of a sudden, just know that I am reliving back the crazy moments I had with my mates.
