I need to loose myself and start doing this, just like i used to.
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Q & A
To William:
The Cadet Conversion Course for BSLC crossovers to OCS is, as you know, the preparation of OCS and giving you a little taste of officership. The ability to initiate, think out-of-the-box, lead to perfection, and of course, maintain high level of integrity & discipline.
As far as i know, mine was a 2 weeks course. We went through 4 main aspects; technical handling in demolitions & GPMG, Standard Obstacle Course (SOC) which is a compulsory to pass, presentation on current world issues and leadership games & talks, and lastly a week of Pulau Tekong missions in both attack and defence.
The first 3 things won't be much of an issue (since i assumed, that's why you are chosen for!) but what's important is the 1 week of field camo itself. Be prepared to be appointed as a Platoon Commander/Sergeant and excel in it. It won't be an easy task but its not that hard too.
Just as to say, if you're chosen for this, you are automatically be presumed by the commanders that you are already a highly-motivated soldier who are willing to take that hard knocks along the way and learnt from it. Remember, the two weeks course is just a CONVERSION course. Meaning to say, they are just going to change your mentality from a newly-appointed Corporal to a Cadet. Surely, you will still feel unsettle when you first step into OCS, just like i do. But it should be just fine once you get used to it. (:
best moment.
The Cadet Conversion Course for BSLC crossovers to OCS is, as you know, the preparation of OCS and giving you a little taste of officership. The ability to initiate, think out-of-the-box, lead to perfection, and of course, maintain high level of integrity & discipline.
As far as i know, mine was a 2 weeks course. We went through 4 main aspects; technical handling in demolitions & GPMG, Standard Obstacle Course (SOC) which is a compulsory to pass, presentation on current world issues and leadership games & talks, and lastly a week of Pulau Tekong missions in both attack and defence.
The first 3 things won't be much of an issue (since i assumed, that's why you are chosen for!) but what's important is the 1 week of field camo itself. Be prepared to be appointed as a Platoon Commander/Sergeant and excel in it. It won't be an easy task but its not that hard too.
Just as to say, if you're chosen for this, you are automatically be presumed by the commanders that you are already a highly-motivated soldier who are willing to take that hard knocks along the way and learnt from it. Remember, the two weeks course is just a CONVERSION course. Meaning to say, they are just going to change your mentality from a newly-appointed Corporal to a Cadet. Surely, you will still feel unsettle when you first step into OCS, just like i do. But it should be just fine once you get used to it. (:
best moment.
Sunday, October 04, 2009
Heal The World
I've decided to change my blogskin... like finally. i can't exactly remember when i last did it, but i think it was roughly 4 years ago. Meaning, i have been sticking to that old blogskin for 4 years! That's quite a record. Haha. It's not that im lazy to do it(okay.. partly i admit), but i really really liked the old one. But, like an old wise man says, you have to move on and change for the better. In this rapidly-changing world, you have to constantly keep up with the pace with the society you are living in. Get it? Haha you know what i mean. At least a simple thing like, a new look for my blog, shows that im learning to accept with the changes happening around me.
Talking about a rapidly-changing world, i was sad to hear about the several disasters that has been happening recently. Just take a look at the 7.6-magnitude earthquake. Only in West Sumatra itself, it is feared that more than 1,300 people is dead. And to think about what happened to the 400 people having a wedding celebration in Pulau Air, all gone sucked 30m into the earth from a landslide. What does this shows about the earth and nature? Scientifically speaking, the earth is getting old and this 'rapidly-changing world', not only refers to the modern technology and infrastructure, but also to the climate and the environment that we are living in. It is just embarass to say that, as Modern Man is going into a new era, the ageing chart of the earth also grows exponentially. A Modern Man supposed to know exactly how to improve one's life, but on the same time, be conscious about the environment and not be selfish about his own well-being. In a religious point of view, as a Muslim, i have to say that people have the tendency to pray and in search of His help only when they are in need. It is important for us to have faith in our respectives beliefs and continously pray for the best of health and life. Don't lose hope when you are down and thank Him for the blessings you cherish.
Personally, i feel really blessed living in Singapore. Even if its just a small hot country which people complaint about, I would gladly say it is the safest place for us to live in, and that's the best thing you could ever ask for especially at this depressing period. So let's support and contribute whatever we can for our fellow friends out there who are in need of help. Be it prayers or donations of money or clothes or volunteer work, let's do something good today. Your small little effort might just be significantly important to someone. Make this world a better place. Insyaallah.
Talking about a rapidly-changing world, i was sad to hear about the several disasters that has been happening recently. Just take a look at the 7.6-magnitude earthquake. Only in West Sumatra itself, it is feared that more than 1,300 people is dead. And to think about what happened to the 400 people having a wedding celebration in Pulau Air, all gone sucked 30m into the earth from a landslide. What does this shows about the earth and nature? Scientifically speaking, the earth is getting old and this 'rapidly-changing world', not only refers to the modern technology and infrastructure, but also to the climate and the environment that we are living in. It is just embarass to say that, as Modern Man is going into a new era, the ageing chart of the earth also grows exponentially. A Modern Man supposed to know exactly how to improve one's life, but on the same time, be conscious about the environment and not be selfish about his own well-being. In a religious point of view, as a Muslim, i have to say that people have the tendency to pray and in search of His help only when they are in need. It is important for us to have faith in our respectives beliefs and continously pray for the best of health and life. Don't lose hope when you are down and thank Him for the blessings you cherish.
Personally, i feel really blessed living in Singapore. Even if its just a small hot country which people complaint about, I would gladly say it is the safest place for us to live in, and that's the best thing you could ever ask for especially at this depressing period. So let's support and contribute whatever we can for our fellow friends out there who are in need of help. Be it prayers or donations of money or clothes or volunteer work, let's do something good today. Your small little effort might just be significantly important to someone. Make this world a better place. Insyaallah.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
20 years of life
It's been a hectic time for me for the past weeks; that explains why i took a little more time to post this. Continue from where i stopped in the previous entry, the H1N1 probation period was finally lifted earlier than expected and therefore the flurry of activties kicked in like nobody's business. camps after camps, courses after courses, expeditions after expeditions and the list goes on. And the end of all these, HQ NCC had to bid farewell to an another group of ORD personnels. Mr Herald, Khairul Anuar, Riduwan and Raziff to name a few. Those endless support, guidance and company that i would cherish for a long time.
Hari Raya preparation this year was a little special for me, because after 15 years living in the same room, i decide to do an, what u called it, 'extreme makeover'. Not that extreme.. but both bro and me did quite a plan on our drawing board and think through thoroughly with a long list of exquisite ideas of designs. I would say its not bad for a start. This was my first ambitious plan with all the effort, time and money spent. Nevertheless, im not going to stop here. I'm very sure there's plenty more of an overhaul to come! :)
It's only an hour away from my 20th year! Wow.. that's fast. Im no longer a teen anymore. Meaning.. there's some things which i can't do such as:
After more than a month of inactivity in the gym, i finally started again this week. I've recently read about how Ryan Giggs kept his fitness up through pilates sessions and trained on his flexibility and core muscles, and with his current top form continues (he just assisted 2 goals against Stoke just now!), i just want to follow his footsteps! So.. from now onwards, you readers as my witness, to encourage me to sustain this gym regime and healthy fitness of mine. Thank you.
And with that, i want to end off with, Chelsea lost 3-1 to Wigan?!
Wait.. Manutd won 2-0 over Stoke both from Giggs's assists!
What do you know? They are the league leaders now!
That's a nice 20th birthday present.
Selamat Hari Raya to my dear readers! Maaf zahir dan batin.
May all of you have a blessing syawal for you and your family. :)
Hari Raya preparation this year was a little special for me, because after 15 years living in the same room, i decide to do an, what u called it, 'extreme makeover'. Not that extreme.. but both bro and me did quite a plan on our drawing board and think through thoroughly with a long list of exquisite ideas of designs. I would say its not bad for a start. This was my first ambitious plan with all the effort, time and money spent. Nevertheless, im not going to stop here. I'm very sure there's plenty more of an overhaul to come! :)
It's only an hour away from my 20th year! Wow.. that's fast. Im no longer a teen anymore. Meaning.. there's some things which i can't do such as:
- Collecting green packets on Hari Raya
- Hoping for mom to give me pocket money
- Relying on dad to fetch me whenever im stuck somewhere outside
- Getting a hairdo from my sis
- Asking my bro for advice whenever im stuck on what to wear for the day
- Be financially independent(saves up money from this last 4 months of NS!)
- Stand up firmly and say "It's okay makcik, im working already part-time"(though next time if im still unemployed after NS)
- Getting a car licence! (i enrolled for BBDC since 2008's July and i've yet to start on my first practical)
- I think Awal Ashaari's hair is nice in Syurga Cinta. But i dont think i suits that. Need to get a new hairstyle soon!
- Start wearing my own clothes & accessories (if u see in an all-look-good attire, that's not mine)
After more than a month of inactivity in the gym, i finally started again this week. I've recently read about how Ryan Giggs kept his fitness up through pilates sessions and trained on his flexibility and core muscles, and with his current top form continues (he just assisted 2 goals against Stoke just now!), i just want to follow his footsteps! So.. from now onwards, you readers as my witness, to encourage me to sustain this gym regime and healthy fitness of mine. Thank you.
And with that, i want to end off with, Chelsea lost 3-1 to Wigan?!
Wait.. Manutd won 2-0 over Stoke both from Giggs's assists!
What do you know? They are the league leaders now!
That's a nice 20th birthday present.
Selamat Hari Raya to my dear readers! Maaf zahir dan batin.
May all of you have a blessing syawal for you and your family. :)
Saturday, August 01, 2009
July Updates
i think i should start making every entry a monthly personal update, especially at this rate!
Hmm.. okay. Let me talk about the month of July. It was supposed to be one of the busiest period for any HQ NCC personnels, since school re-opens and normal NCC activities are resumed. However, it was declared that all HQ NCC activities are either postponed or cancelled till the end of August, thanks to the right timing of H1N1 outbreak. Therefore, it was a quite a good life during this few weeks. Been really working hard day in day out, everywhere but not in the office. What i meant was, there were more outdoor activities for the NSFs like kayaking & rock climbing 1 star course, Trainers' day(where we will just swing around, climbing here and there at the adventure stations), runs to train for the upcoming Army Half Marathon (AHM), and not forgetting, the rigorous weight trainings by the newly-posted bodybuilder ferdaus who makes me not even wish to move my joints after every session.
Trainers' Day.
Rock Climbing 1 star course at SAFRA Yishun.
SuperSunday with Team Orange was great. Great bcos im glad im performing well so far, at least from what i think! We had a couple of pre-season games to gear up our fitness and team strategy, but it was also sad to see Bryan to sit out for the upcoming EPL qualifying new season due to the nature of his injury. He had multiple bone fractures(sounds like road accident right?) when he landed awkwardly on his left ankle.
An excerpt from the team's website:
"Recalling the incident, Bryan could vividly remember himself jumping in the air as he tried to flick the ball with his right leg. The next moment, he lost his footing and his whole bodyweight came crushing down on his left ankle. Khairul, who was the nearest to Bryan could clearly hear a "crack" sound while a few lads simply "could not bear" to see the awfully awkward position of the ankle."
Yes, i was there to witness it. And it wasn't a nice scene.
July was also a good month for family gatherings! We had Princess M's birthday celebration/cuzzins' rendezvous at her 'palace', and also cuzzin's gathering @ Jurong Pt's Swensen. The games were fun, PS3, the forum perdana, the makeovers of our cute lil cousins and many more. Enjoyed it pretty much especially those i havent seen for ages!
fixing in nicely. ehh we won lah sey!
The cuzzins on my mom's side.
The cuzzins on my dad's side.
And lastly, I wish to dedicate this post to the these influential figures who had made a great impact in their respective arts of work.
May God rest their souls in peace.
Amin.
Sir Bobby Robson
18 February 1933 – 31 July 2009
Yasmin Ahmad
1st July 1958 - 25 July 2009
Michael Jackson
29 August 1958 – 25 June 2009
Hmm.. okay. Let me talk about the month of July. It was supposed to be one of the busiest period for any HQ NCC personnels, since school re-opens and normal NCC activities are resumed. However, it was declared that all HQ NCC activities are either postponed or cancelled till the end of August, thanks to the right timing of H1N1 outbreak. Therefore, it was a quite a good life during this few weeks. Been really working hard day in day out, everywhere but not in the office. What i meant was, there were more outdoor activities for the NSFs like kayaking & rock climbing 1 star course, Trainers' day(where we will just swing around, climbing here and there at the adventure stations), runs to train for the upcoming Army Half Marathon (AHM), and not forgetting, the rigorous weight trainings by the newly-posted bodybuilder ferdaus who makes me not even wish to move my joints after every session.
Trainers' Day.
Rock Climbing 1 star course at SAFRA Yishun.
SuperSunday with Team Orange was great. Great bcos im glad im performing well so far, at least from what i think! We had a couple of pre-season games to gear up our fitness and team strategy, but it was also sad to see Bryan to sit out for the upcoming EPL qualifying new season due to the nature of his injury. He had multiple bone fractures(sounds like road accident right?) when he landed awkwardly on his left ankle.
An excerpt from the team's website:
"Recalling the incident, Bryan could vividly remember himself jumping in the air as he tried to flick the ball with his right leg. The next moment, he lost his footing and his whole bodyweight came crushing down on his left ankle. Khairul, who was the nearest to Bryan could clearly hear a "crack" sound while a few lads simply "could not bear" to see the awfully awkward position of the ankle."
Yes, i was there to witness it. And it wasn't a nice scene.
July was also a good month for family gatherings! We had Princess M's birthday celebration/cuzzins' rendezvous at her 'palace', and also cuzzin's gathering @ Jurong Pt's Swensen. The games were fun, PS3, the forum perdana, the makeovers of our cute lil cousins and many more. Enjoyed it pretty much especially those i havent seen for ages!
fixing in nicely. ehh we won lah sey!
The cuzzins on my mom's side.
The cuzzins on my dad's side.
And lastly, I wish to dedicate this post to the these influential figures who had made a great impact in their respective arts of work.
May God rest their souls in peace.
Amin.
Sir Bobby Robson
18 February 1933 – 31 July 2009
Yasmin Ahmad
1st July 1958 - 25 July 2009
Michael Jackson
29 August 1958 – 25 June 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
If I Die Tonight (Too Phat feat. Liyana)
I've been listening this song for some time and the lyrics is really meaningful, in my opinion at least. It gives me that extra motivation to put my best every single day.
Some of us take things easy and some wish the day will past quickly.
Others hope for the right opportunity to come before taking actions.
and only the minority will make full use of each day coming.
An excerpt from the song, "take every day like ur last day", really make me think twice, or maybe thrice, for what ive been doing all these while.
There are days when i just dread to go through, but let's just ask this to urself.
"what if u wont get to see the next day?"
Do you still want to dread and go through the motion of the day?
I dont think so.
Every day is a start of a NEW day. There will always be new opportunities, adventures and life lessons to cherish and it is important for us to THERE to take it, to learn from it and be a better person by each day.
Do not waste time pondering too much about the past, but instead, inculcate this habit of learning in the present, and be optimistic about the future.
What i wanna say is..
You cant decide when your time is up in this reality world,
but you can decide how much you want in your life before it happens.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Viva La Man United!
Woohoo!
Manchester United is the champion of England... again, and for the 18th time!
and coming soon, Europe!
Wait a minute.. only a few months back they just won the World Club Championship.
That means..
They are the best club in the world too! :)
Hahaha.
Just another addition of trophy to the Hall of Fame and we gonna be the first club in history to win the unprecedented Quadruple.
Bring it on!
Monday, May 04, 2009
WOW i just realized i didnt reply to my fellow taggies for like almost.. 5 months!
The last one was dated back all the way t0 Dec 2008. haha
Anyway here's my replies to tags:
(haye) : Hey there passer-by! YES my hands were swollen back during JCC. It is really REALLY bad that my friends called me Doraemon.
(Syeera) : Im doing well thanks. hope u're doing well too. :)
(fazzy) : yeah i look at it already. boleh lah tahan comel...
(Ireadalot) : okayy.. i'll take note of that, thanks!
(ayshy) : terima kasih banyak2 kak aisha and cik piah's family! :))
(aisah & yraa) : okay fine both of u r linked!
(eva) : TRUE TRUE! hello. :)
(aisah) : woah woah.. kata-kata dari seorang adviser betul! IYE lah makcik saya akan terus bersemangat and berjuang demi keluarga, bangsa dan negara! haha
(thereader) : thanks.. this IS the new post. haha
(fiiez) : yeap.. see ya soon. :)
(MK) : alah.. same lah!
Presenting to you...
PFA Player of the Year!
Ryan Giggs!
I really don't think he deserves to be the PFA Player of the Year.
It should be PFA Player of the Decade instead!
But no matter what.. im proud of him man.
A dedicated loyal player to Manutd, no fancy stuffs and has always remain down-to-earth throughout his 22 years of footballing career.
My last wish from him,
to see his magical maut-punya dribble one last time before he retires..
The last one was dated back all the way t0 Dec 2008. haha
Anyway here's my replies to tags:
(haye) : Hey there passer-by! YES my hands were swollen back during JCC. It is really REALLY bad that my friends called me Doraemon.
(Syeera) : Im doing well thanks. hope u're doing well too. :)
(fazzy) : yeah i look at it already. boleh lah tahan comel...
(Ireadalot) : okayy.. i'll take note of that, thanks!
(ayshy) : terima kasih banyak2 kak aisha and cik piah's family! :))
(aisah & yraa) : okay fine both of u r linked!
(eva) : TRUE TRUE! hello. :)
(aisah) : woah woah.. kata-kata dari seorang adviser betul! IYE lah makcik saya akan terus bersemangat and berjuang demi keluarga, bangsa dan negara! haha
(thereader) : thanks.. this IS the new post. haha
(fiiez) : yeap.. see ya soon. :)
(MK) : alah.. same lah!
Presenting to you...
PFA Player of the Year!
Ryan Giggs!
I really don't think he deserves to be the PFA Player of the Year.
It should be PFA Player of the Decade instead!
But no matter what.. im proud of him man.
A dedicated loyal player to Manutd, no fancy stuffs and has always remain down-to-earth throughout his 22 years of footballing career.
My last wish from him,
to see his magical maut-punya dribble one last time before he retires..
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Ungu - Cinta Dalam Hati
I kind of like this music video and the song itself. The guy inside kinda both kental tapi kesian jugak. haha
Mungkin ini memang jalan takdirku
Mengagumi tanpa dicintai
Tak mengapa bagiku asal kau pun bahagia
Dengan hidupmu, dalam hidupmu
Telah lama ku pendam perasaan itu
Menunggu hatimu menyambut diriku
Tak mengapa bagiku cintaimu pun adalah
Bahagia untukku, bahagia untukku
CHORUS
Ku ingin kau tahu diriku di sini menanti dirimu
Meski ku tunggu hingga hujung waktuku
Dan berharap rasa ini kan abadi untuk selamanya
Dan izinkan aku memeluk dirimu kali ini saja
Tuk ucapkan selamat tinggal untuk selamanya
Dan biarkan rasa ini bahagia untuk sekejap saja
Mengagumi tanpa dicintai
Tak mengapa bagiku asal kau pun bahagia
Dengan hidupmu, dalam hidupmu
Telah lama ku pendam perasaan itu
Menunggu hatimu menyambut diriku
Tak mengapa bagiku cintaimu pun adalah
Bahagia untukku, bahagia untukku
CHORUS
Ku ingin kau tahu diriku di sini menanti dirimu
Meski ku tunggu hingga hujung waktuku
Dan berharap rasa ini kan abadi untuk selamanya
Dan izinkan aku memeluk dirimu kali ini saja
Tuk ucapkan selamat tinggal untuk selamanya
Dan biarkan rasa ini bahagia untuk sekejap saja
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Pictures & Life in NCC HQ
Pictures of the month depicting what i've done so far.
During the Cadet Officer Course's parade. Reminds me of my commisioning parade but doesnt come close to it. hahaha here am i with the CLTs.
NUS's Qalbu show with the ex-PJCians. Dah mcm kakak-kakak dorang tu.. haha
Me and Dannylah, bed buddy Iktiar's gf. haha bukan calang-calang orang, producer for Qalbu seyy!
Commissioning Ball. I decide to bring my PJC classmate, Xin Yi. Thanks for coming! kind of last min bcos i ask her only like a week before the event. haha
During the Cadet Officer Course's parade. Reminds me of my commisioning parade but doesnt come close to it. hahaha here am i with the CLTs.
NUS's Qalbu show with the ex-PJCians. Dah mcm kakak-kakak dorang tu.. haha
Me and Dannylah, bed buddy Iktiar's gf. haha bukan calang-calang orang, producer for Qalbu seyy!
And finally, i signed a 'loan contract' with Team Orange for their EFL assessment league games. Giggsy-Cristiano-Theo to the rescue!
HQ NCC
Tomorrow will be officially be my 1 month stint here in HQ NCC.
Gladly to say, i have really settled in well. I've made a whole lot of new friends, taught the young NCC cadets and last but not least, learnt the traits of both as an officer and an adventure trainer (haha).
What i mean by adventure trainer is really what you think it is. Those of you who went for OBS or any adventure camps before, you will know by now what to expect during the course. Rappeling, Rock-climbing, Archery, Paintball, High & Low Elements, Flying Fox and MOC (Motivational Obstacle Course.. almost the same as SOC in army but way much simple), and my role is simply conduct these activities, either as conducting officer, safety, or a station instructor.
Interestingly, i've never done all these before here in HQ NCC. I have not attend the BIC(Basic Instructor Course), which only be held in May, and yet, i was thrown into the deep sea in handling these activities, and surprisingly, well enough(i think) even without an upper study. Besides that, there will be frequent trainfires( as what we know in army, technical handling), IMTs(arcade shooting) and live ranges.
I would say im both fortunate and unfortunate to be here. Fortunate being its a 8 to 5 job, handling children instead of men, 2nd biggest rank here in HQ(the only above us is the NCC commandant) and way less stress compared to operationally-ready units.
Unfortunate being i didn't get to put what i've learnt to practical use for the past 12 months in army, no shiong missions in the jungle to cherish, cannot tekan NCC cadets (must treat them like my younger siblings, according to commandant), and to simply summarize everything,
I don't feel like a soldier anymore.
More like adventure trainer in OBS moulding the cadets into future leaders.
And im not that person.
Well, thankfully i have a fun bunch of friends here. They helped me alot to settle in and enjoy this place. Without them, i would dread to go work everyday. Just for ur info, i would say 80% of the sergeants here are all the malay mats who share the same passion as me, SOCCER! Some played for clubs before, and interestingly, one of them is a malaysian actor! Cool.. now i wont feel that awkward for being active in drama & sastera. haha
Nevertheless, i won't disagree with anyone who says being an officer here in HQ NCC is having a good life. It is too GOOD LIFE.
But so much of it can be bad.
The important thing is, i need to make full use of the free time for the next 10 months.
Alright, i'll stop here. Take care my fellow readers! :)
Gladly to say, i have really settled in well. I've made a whole lot of new friends, taught the young NCC cadets and last but not least, learnt the traits of both as an officer and an adventure trainer (haha).
What i mean by adventure trainer is really what you think it is. Those of you who went for OBS or any adventure camps before, you will know by now what to expect during the course. Rappeling, Rock-climbing, Archery, Paintball, High & Low Elements, Flying Fox and MOC (Motivational Obstacle Course.. almost the same as SOC in army but way much simple), and my role is simply conduct these activities, either as conducting officer, safety, or a station instructor.
Interestingly, i've never done all these before here in HQ NCC. I have not attend the BIC(Basic Instructor Course), which only be held in May, and yet, i was thrown into the deep sea in handling these activities, and surprisingly, well enough(i think) even without an upper study. Besides that, there will be frequent trainfires( as what we know in army, technical handling), IMTs(arcade shooting) and live ranges.
I would say im both fortunate and unfortunate to be here. Fortunate being its a 8 to 5 job, handling children instead of men, 2nd biggest rank here in HQ(the only above us is the NCC commandant) and way less stress compared to operationally-ready units.
Unfortunate being i didn't get to put what i've learnt to practical use for the past 12 months in army, no shiong missions in the jungle to cherish, cannot tekan NCC cadets (must treat them like my younger siblings, according to commandant), and to simply summarize everything,
I don't feel like a soldier anymore.
More like adventure trainer in OBS moulding the cadets into future leaders.
And im not that person.
Well, thankfully i have a fun bunch of friends here. They helped me alot to settle in and enjoy this place. Without them, i would dread to go work everyday. Just for ur info, i would say 80% of the sergeants here are all the malay mats who share the same passion as me, SOCCER! Some played for clubs before, and interestingly, one of them is a malaysian actor! Cool.. now i wont feel that awkward for being active in drama & sastera. haha
Nevertheless, i won't disagree with anyone who says being an officer here in HQ NCC is having a good life. It is too GOOD LIFE.
But so much of it can be bad.
The important thing is, i need to make full use of the free time for the next 10 months.
Alright, i'll stop here. Take care my fellow readers! :)
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Commisioning Parade 72/08 (21st March 2009)
As I am writing this, im wondering whether i should be happy or otherwise. Its been 5 days since i was officially announced as the newly commisioned officer, but the feeling inside me still hanging for the past. It's strange when you know that THIS was the time you have ALWAYS been longing for, and NOW it is FINALLY here. One of the goals in life as i pesevered through nine gruelling months that was ultimately achieved.
I personally felt that was what OCS was all about. Other than equipping us with the necessary skills, instilling pride and responsibilties as an army officer, as we always pledged and obliged doing so, it actually boils down to how much you have bring back home and cherish from the experience. The strong friendship ties I've made, the environment I've gotten used to and the chiong activities I've enjoyed, are the ones which built my character, my personalities, values as I grow to the person I am today.
On a side note, its funny in a way. People always hope something to end soon, but when it finally done and over with, you start looking back and hope that the past will resurfaced. And to some extent, you WISH that you should have done better in some ways or another and MAYBE even regret for something.
But not for me in OCS.
I THINK i've made some impacts with the strengths i had. Well at least i hope so. Like how i was able to make my platoon to enjoy soccer and train them as a hobby, like how i've shown the 'if you believe in yourself, you can achieved anything' mentality in the PT excellence, like how i taught them the beauty of being able to play the acoustic guitar, and maybe a little more than that.
I personally believes that, as long you are able to make an impact in one's life for the better, your efforts are not wasted.
Alright, without any further delay, here are the pictures from the 72/08 Commissioning Parade!
My contingent six marching in as the first contingent to enter the parade square.
That's me in the DSLR Canon camera!
Start of the slow march.
Slow marching up the stairs. This was one of my favourites during the parade.
Arguably this is the proudest moment of my life. That's why smile tak maitain. haha
The Jasmani family with Kak Aisha and Cik Man.
My aunt who tirelessly took care of me when i was only a baby, when my mom was away for work.
The 3 musketeers as we were always called by the platoon.
The annoying, smelly, not-so-fair(not my choice of words, blame Ecknath) bed buddy, Ikti!
As my future slowly unfolds, I realize its time for me to move on and set my own paths. Being an officer is no easy task. The black bar on the shoulders represents the responsibilties i have to carry. As i always told myself, there's nothing in this world that is easy, its only how much effort you put in to you make it easier.
The posting that im currently serving is NCC HQ as the Training Co-ord Officer for the East District. I hope, as what i've learnt so much in the past 12 months in NS, i can put it into good use and give back to the society and in this case, the NCC cadets and cadet-lieutenants.
It's important for me to thank all the people who has made my OCS journey an invaluable one. The officer instructors, especially CPT Clarence whom tirelessly push me for the best and LTA Shew who believes in my capabilities. Oh let me tell you, because of him, I tried up till the 6th time for the PT Excellence Shuttle Run when i finally broke the OCS record with a timing of 8.44s, which was previously 8.5s. And i got a special plaque for that. hehe.
And not to forget, my platoon two mates! and the Melayu Mats of Echo Wing! Thanks for the great memories. :)
And.. after all these while, having a childhood dream in 2nd Lieutenant Adnan bin Saidi, i can finally be called as 2nd Lieutenant Khairul Ruzaini bin Jasmani.
Same Aspiration. Different Legacy.
I personally felt that was what OCS was all about. Other than equipping us with the necessary skills, instilling pride and responsibilties as an army officer, as we always pledged and obliged doing so, it actually boils down to how much you have bring back home and cherish from the experience. The strong friendship ties I've made, the environment I've gotten used to and the chiong activities I've enjoyed, are the ones which built my character, my personalities, values as I grow to the person I am today.
On a side note, its funny in a way. People always hope something to end soon, but when it finally done and over with, you start looking back and hope that the past will resurfaced. And to some extent, you WISH that you should have done better in some ways or another and MAYBE even regret for something.
But not for me in OCS.
I THINK i've made some impacts with the strengths i had. Well at least i hope so. Like how i was able to make my platoon to enjoy soccer and train them as a hobby, like how i've shown the 'if you believe in yourself, you can achieved anything' mentality in the PT excellence, like how i taught them the beauty of being able to play the acoustic guitar, and maybe a little more than that.
I personally believes that, as long you are able to make an impact in one's life for the better, your efforts are not wasted.
Alright, without any further delay, here are the pictures from the 72/08 Commissioning Parade!
My contingent six marching in as the first contingent to enter the parade square.
That's me in the DSLR Canon camera!
Start of the slow march.
Slow marching up the stairs. This was one of my favourites during the parade.
Arguably this is the proudest moment of my life. That's why smile tak maitain. haha
The Jasmani family with Kak Aisha and Cik Man.
My aunt who tirelessly took care of me when i was only a baby, when my mom was away for work.
The 3 musketeers as we were always called by the platoon.
The annoying, smelly, not-so-fair(not my choice of words, blame Ecknath) bed buddy, Ikti!
As my future slowly unfolds, I realize its time for me to move on and set my own paths. Being an officer is no easy task. The black bar on the shoulders represents the responsibilties i have to carry. As i always told myself, there's nothing in this world that is easy, its only how much effort you put in to you make it easier.
The posting that im currently serving is NCC HQ as the Training Co-ord Officer for the East District. I hope, as what i've learnt so much in the past 12 months in NS, i can put it into good use and give back to the society and in this case, the NCC cadets and cadet-lieutenants.
It's important for me to thank all the people who has made my OCS journey an invaluable one. The officer instructors, especially CPT Clarence whom tirelessly push me for the best and LTA Shew who believes in my capabilities. Oh let me tell you, because of him, I tried up till the 6th time for the PT Excellence Shuttle Run when i finally broke the OCS record with a timing of 8.44s, which was previously 8.5s. And i got a special plaque for that. hehe.
And not to forget, my platoon two mates! and the Melayu Mats of Echo Wing! Thanks for the great memories. :)
And.. after all these while, having a childhood dream in 2nd Lieutenant Adnan bin Saidi, i can finally be called as 2nd Lieutenant Khairul Ruzaini bin Jasmani.
Same Aspiration. Different Legacy.
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