On April Fool's

This entry comes a little late, but surely late is better than never.

That's it. I'm finally into my second year of service. I've been a soldier for exactly one year. Just one year ago, I traded in my pink IC for the current green 11-B that identifies me as a member of the SAF. And I must say, I've really learnt quite a few things.

One certainly cannot take for granted many things in life. In fact, nothing should ever be taken for granted. We are all indeed very lucky and fortunate to be still alive, even today. Shouldn't we even stop to reflect, stop to relax and be glad that we have a chance at life? Isn't life wonderful? It does have its darker moments, but then again, life is beautiful.

I'm still waiting for the day when I can finally yell "ORD loh!" at the top of my voice, but until that day comes...