it is not who you are but what you do which defines you. choosing to do something is the onus of the individual. the multitude of choices one face everyday might be nerve wracking too.
climbing full time again in uni might be a tough one for me, at least. think not, do not, fear not, become not. you shape your own destiny
Friday, June 25, 2010
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
lost within the comfort zone
ok so its been a month since i stopped work and i think its a pretty good thing too, though there is no income and the days can drag on whilst looking for something to occupy your time.
Its May already~! with pumpfest beckoning, i start to feel slightly jittery about reliving the competitive spirit - how i would fare this time and all. But i dont have much expectations to be frank, this time is merely a gauge for myself, whether i should pursue it once again during my uni days. On a more sombre note, i actually regret not training regularly while i was still serving ns, the time which i had spent on other purposes on my off days could actually be put to good use on the rock wall.
To be honest, i believe that it is during this long transition period or break that we should pick up new, useful skills or invest the time in some other meaningful experience. There will be no more such long break till graduation and try as i might, there is absolutely no way to make up for lost time. and so it seems that after graduation all efforts would be centred around the workforce.
Lingering regret.
Its May already~! with pumpfest beckoning, i start to feel slightly jittery about reliving the competitive spirit - how i would fare this time and all. But i dont have much expectations to be frank, this time is merely a gauge for myself, whether i should pursue it once again during my uni days. On a more sombre note, i actually regret not training regularly while i was still serving ns, the time which i had spent on other purposes on my off days could actually be put to good use on the rock wall.
To be honest, i believe that it is during this long transition period or break that we should pick up new, useful skills or invest the time in some other meaningful experience. There will be no more such long break till graduation and try as i might, there is absolutely no way to make up for lost time. and so it seems that after graduation all efforts would be centred around the workforce.
Lingering regret.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Climb On!
Climbing is not easy! If climbing were that easy, it would be called football, no? LOL
I must say that it is always fascinating to behold the sight of competitions, especially when ure passion for the sport makes u feel like ure the climber on the wall!
looking @ the routes, the tension before competition starts, the anxiety of the climbers, the grace exuded when climbing, audience following the climber's each and everymove intensely and the loud 'AH~!!' when he/she makes a slip, not forgetting the resounding 'YEA~!!!' when he/she finishes a difficult route.
2 years on since graduation from TJ climbing club, i have to agree that 'absence makes the heart fonder', and that climbing has become a part of my life. Though people move on to other social circles and reasons of that ilk, it would still be great for us ex tj climbers to just CLIMB ON!
I must say that it is always fascinating to behold the sight of competitions, especially when ure passion for the sport makes u feel like ure the climber on the wall!
looking @ the routes, the tension before competition starts, the anxiety of the climbers, the grace exuded when climbing, audience following the climber's each and everymove intensely and the loud 'AH~!!' when he/she makes a slip, not forgetting the resounding 'YEA~!!!' when he/she finishes a difficult route.
2 years on since graduation from TJ climbing club, i have to agree that 'absence makes the heart fonder', and that climbing has become a part of my life. Though people move on to other social circles and reasons of that ilk, it would still be great for us ex tj climbers to just CLIMB ON!
Friday, January 8, 2010
Resolutions TWENTY-TEN!
What does 20 years of life mean actually? 'does one really get wiser as he gets older' and a similar bunch of such questions form stumbling enigmas in my head.
Nevertheless, i would say that it is always a good time to reflect on the past for the betterment of the future. The strength of our resolves is put to the test as we confront this new year of challenges.
Hack away at all doubts, and live glorious!
Nevertheless, i would say that it is always a good time to reflect on the past for the betterment of the future. The strength of our resolves is put to the test as we confront this new year of challenges.
Hack away at all doubts, and live glorious!
Thursday, December 10, 2009
The ALL consuming JOB
Just got a job at IDA the last week. 830-6 mon to thur, 830-530 fri.
$8/hr, 1.5x OT
Getting paid on weekday pub hols while enjoying the off
weekend off
2 days paid leave
medical benefits
these are some of the perks that accompanied the job
btw im doing a 4 mth contract till end march
SO I FIGURED
i had to try out wad a regular job was like. The UPSIDE ===> kill time, make money, meet new people. The DOWNSIDE ==> burn your time away, pretty much fatigued on weekdays to do anything else e.g. exercise.
TIll NOW
im still figuring whether to stick with MECH eng or not.
CHEERS!
$8/hr, 1.5x OT
Getting paid on weekday pub hols while enjoying the off
weekend off
2 days paid leave
medical benefits
these are some of the perks that accompanied the job
btw im doing a 4 mth contract till end march
SO I FIGURED
i had to try out wad a regular job was like. The UPSIDE ===> kill time, make money, meet new people. The DOWNSIDE ==> burn your time away, pretty much fatigued on weekdays to do anything else e.g. exercise.
TIll NOW
im still figuring whether to stick with MECH eng or not.
CHEERS!
Sunday, November 29, 2009
A POTPOURRI
Ok so here's my situation.
1. Its time for decision making regarding the confirmation of my uni course(mech eng)
2. Finding Job Time!
3. Ippt window opening soon?
Lots if thoughtful consideration have been given to 1 and 2, lazy to type
1. Its time for decision making regarding the confirmation of my uni course(mech eng)
2. Finding Job Time!
3. Ippt window opening soon?
Lots if thoughtful consideration have been given to 1 and 2, lazy to type
Saturday, November 7, 2009
My NS journey from 090108 - 081109
ok i have to admit that all my posts until now were mainly about ns as much of this 1 year 10 months was centered around it. The following will be a summary of what transpired and some additions of my own. Hopefully, it is an unbiased conclusion of an eventful charter of my life.
Enlisted on 9th jan 2008--
My feelings that day were momentous, and i broke into tears as my composure was somewhat shattered by the reality of conscription.
However, there was a bright side. Rong Jun happened to be my bed buddy and it was a real stroke of luck.
In BMT, i could literally taste the regimentation of recruits. The physical and mentally taxing sermons kept me on my edges.
As most of us recruits set on sights on officership, there was a certain competitive spirit, but displayed chivalry.
Despite that, i really had fun(it was the most enjoyable period of my ns life)
We had understanding commanders too.
I made mistakes and was punished for it; all of us were.
BSLC @ SISPEC
Posted there at the end of bmt.
Morale was an all time low for those posted at the beginning of the course cause did not manage to get into OCS.
SISPEC was seen as a secondary choice.
Developed an initial inferiority complex--no kidding, i was grousing.
Decided to stay positive and adhere to the rigor of the 8 weeks.
Training was slacker than bmt over there.
ASLC @ TAB
Tengah AirBase Field Defense Squadron.
ALL I CAN SAY is that the admin is fucking disorganised. Course was so slack but no one was complaining, since the heck care mentality 'since we were only gonna be 3SG' made it seem like no big deal.
In these 1y10m, if i've learnt about the way SAF goes about doing stuff, OFFICERS PLAN, SPECIALISTS DEPLOY. Specialists are 'on the ground', without being 'put through the mill' will be unable to control the men in times of adversity. It is even more crucial for specialists to learn how to execute command and control efficiently. Even for NSFs, SPECIALISTS need to go through courses that only officers go through in such areas. I stress that the training standards of both officers and specialists should be equal despite differences in rank and job scopes so that specialists will be able to AID officers in times of need. OFFICERS PLAN, but if they are unable to attain knowledge of what happens on the ground or if all the SPECIALISTS happen to be INCAPACITATED, what is going to happen to the platoon? I hereby stress again that officers need to get on the ground too in case of such an eventuality. Even higher management should not fail to realise the need to do so as it may result in a better decision? Finally, officers should not demand that of specialists if they cannot do so of themselves. Its all about taking the lead.
PLAB - FDS
Finished my ASLC and got posted here.
On the job training helped me comprehend my areas of weaknesses which BSLC & ASLC could not rectify. First experience handling men in a unit.
Alot of 'firsts' showed that i was still inexperienced and i strived to improve myself for the betterment of the unit.
RSAF OPEN HOUSE.
INSTRUCTOR TO FIELD DEFENSE COURSE.
NATIONAL RUNWAY CYCLING.
SAF DAY PARADE.
These were some of high key events in my unit where i was involved in. And yea, i had my share of tough times too.
In the SAF, NSFs are posted to different units which they often stick with till they ROD. Some units will probably be more outfield intensive for various reasons and maybe involved in overseas exercises too. I was probably one of the luckier ones to not have any overseas training because of the varying scopes. Yea this will probably invite scorn and insinuation over its 'slack ness'. Nevertheless, those who give their utmost deserve respect.
ORD 081109--
As an Nsmen, i am aware of my liabilities. I am glad that NS taught me to be more aware and open minded. It was not a smooth sailing experience but i have become a more rugged person because of ns.
Enlisted on 9th jan 2008--
My feelings that day were momentous, and i broke into tears as my composure was somewhat shattered by the reality of conscription.
However, there was a bright side. Rong Jun happened to be my bed buddy and it was a real stroke of luck.
In BMT, i could literally taste the regimentation of recruits. The physical and mentally taxing sermons kept me on my edges.
As most of us recruits set on sights on officership, there was a certain competitive spirit, but displayed chivalry.
Despite that, i really had fun(it was the most enjoyable period of my ns life)
We had understanding commanders too.
I made mistakes and was punished for it; all of us were.
BSLC @ SISPEC
Posted there at the end of bmt.
Morale was an all time low for those posted at the beginning of the course cause did not manage to get into OCS.
SISPEC was seen as a secondary choice.
Developed an initial inferiority complex--no kidding, i was grousing.
Decided to stay positive and adhere to the rigor of the 8 weeks.
Training was slacker than bmt over there.
ASLC @ TAB
Tengah AirBase Field Defense Squadron.
ALL I CAN SAY is that the admin is fucking disorganised. Course was so slack but no one was complaining, since the heck care mentality 'since we were only gonna be 3SG' made it seem like no big deal.
In these 1y10m, if i've learnt about the way SAF goes about doing stuff, OFFICERS PLAN, SPECIALISTS DEPLOY. Specialists are 'on the ground', without being 'put through the mill' will be unable to control the men in times of adversity. It is even more crucial for specialists to learn how to execute command and control efficiently. Even for NSFs, SPECIALISTS need to go through courses that only officers go through in such areas. I stress that the training standards of both officers and specialists should be equal despite differences in rank and job scopes so that specialists will be able to AID officers in times of need. OFFICERS PLAN, but if they are unable to attain knowledge of what happens on the ground or if all the SPECIALISTS happen to be INCAPACITATED, what is going to happen to the platoon? I hereby stress again that officers need to get on the ground too in case of such an eventuality. Even higher management should not fail to realise the need to do so as it may result in a better decision? Finally, officers should not demand that of specialists if they cannot do so of themselves. Its all about taking the lead.
PLAB - FDS
Finished my ASLC and got posted here.
On the job training helped me comprehend my areas of weaknesses which BSLC & ASLC could not rectify. First experience handling men in a unit.
Alot of 'firsts' showed that i was still inexperienced and i strived to improve myself for the betterment of the unit.
RSAF OPEN HOUSE.
INSTRUCTOR TO FIELD DEFENSE COURSE.
NATIONAL RUNWAY CYCLING.
SAF DAY PARADE.
These were some of high key events in my unit where i was involved in. And yea, i had my share of tough times too.
In the SAF, NSFs are posted to different units which they often stick with till they ROD. Some units will probably be more outfield intensive for various reasons and maybe involved in overseas exercises too. I was probably one of the luckier ones to not have any overseas training because of the varying scopes. Yea this will probably invite scorn and insinuation over its 'slack ness'. Nevertheless, those who give their utmost deserve respect.
ORD 081109--
As an Nsmen, i am aware of my liabilities. I am glad that NS taught me to be more aware and open minded. It was not a smooth sailing experience but i have become a more rugged person because of ns.
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