Power Struggle

The arrival of a new face among the upper echleons has clearly shown where the lines of command splits: The Officers , The New Birds , The Veterans

Each seem to have their own view on how matters of the company should be run. But will familarity breed contempt or will having too many changes too fast cause a downfall?

But for now the spartans will breathe easy that it is the familiar is in charge of them and both are agreeable to the ways practised...

Hua!

Cruising at 55kmh

Finally, i got to drive on Monday. After so long since passing out from Driver course finally got to do orientation driving on the MAN truck. Felt the cool breeze of wind blowing in my hair, through the air-con vents, of course.. hehe. It was a good experience and fun, especially making a right turn at a T-junction at about 30kmh!
Now for the next milestone, 1000km mark! So far i got about 456km under my belt..

Hua!

ZOO lander

Hah went to the zoo today with my 101 BPGHS '99 Classmates today. Been a while since i last saw them. We reminised the times we were young and how long it has been since we wore the white of our school unform. Today's weather was hot and dry. Not good for my already tanned face and arms... Had free tickets, or rather heavily discounted tickets. My photobug instinct was dulled, perhaps due to the weather. I took around ten pics... When I go out with her next time, i'll let her do the shooting... having slight headache , maybe its the heat... Tomorow i'll be back in camp, my 2nd consecutive Sunday in camp...

Nevermind that, have a look at this

A Majestic White Tiger

The weather is getting to hot, time for a dip...

Too tired to move it, move it

Seeking shelter.

The weather is a turn off for them...

I'll let you decide what to think of this...

HUA!

CDF COC

Finally back from Chief of Defence Force Change of Command Parade.... After 2 weeks of extreme heat and an enhanced tan... My biceps are extra sore, perhaps due to Tue's PT and marching with SAR21..

Being a SAF DAY veteran, marching in a major parade has somewhat lost its novelty. Maybe its because of the lack of appreciation i feel compared to last year and that the next major milestone is not that enticing. I am waiting with bated breath. I'm sure that ISM view us with high regard along with CO, but what about CMC and OC... Us Spartans.. Now its back to normal training.

I'll do as ordered to the best that i can, with no complains, but ask me how i feel at the end, don't expect high morale.

Being Outrightly Sian is selfish if you are working collectively as a team, as other may feel the same as you but are putting in more effort than you.


HUA

Helium: Why advanced first aid education in the military is essential

I am a medic with Level1 paramedic certificate that was part of my Basic Medic Course during my National Service (conscription) in the army. During our training we learn the basics of being a paramedic. Of course, among us some were better and others were nonchalant with the training. However i cannot stress the importance of basic first aid knowledge.

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12th Spartans

Morale amongst us spartans are low. Despite being tasked with upholding the image of our glorious formation, we feel increasingly under appreciated by our Commander Instead of being lavished with welfare to maintain our form ahead of the glorious parade on the 23Th of march, the platoon has been burdened with muscle wearing exercises and runs. This trooper feels the pain. His comrades feel the pain. The platoon is stretched. Tension and depression is rife.

Our nobles, having just returned from their comissioning, are dreading it. What was supposed to be a happy nad joyous homecomming has turned sour. Without a welcome beffitting of such noble they have been put to work. The horsemen whom have returned from their basic training have yet to practice their skills. The inactivity will surely degrade their knowledge. Alas the horsemen too, have not had their share off time away from base.

As for me, i hope my horsemanship skills have not abandoned me like how my commander has betrayed me. My mind and body will continue putting up with these atrocities but alas my heart may give way.

HUA!

Medic? Driver? Contingent? Decorator?

HUA!

Since the 1st day i got posted to my unit, i done many different things that may or may not fall into the job scope classified under the vocation: "Combat Medic". i can proudly say that i have been blessed enough to be have been bestowed upon probably the 2 most useful skills that is relevant to post-ORD life: Driving and Basic 1st aid (although its been a long since i've touch any real medical stuff)
Post-ORD life would not entail me bashing through a jungle, securing a location, storm through a room and walk long distances to a target. At least i can drive a class3/4 vehicle, although only its only a Landrover and a 5 ton MAN truck (and the 3 Ton Fiat Iveco if i come across any). In addition i can treat physical injuries, well as long its not a heart attack victim, i'll ask for Aspirin, i doubt people carry around GTM unless they know what's it for.

Sai Kang warrior!
Gonna march for CDF COC parade. my 3rd major parade so far. been in SAF Day parade, CMC COC last year. this does not count any CO parades cos no march past required...
interior decorator. yes been assigned to decorate Spec Mess before for CNY, cohesion day etc And many miscellaneous odd jobs...

HUA!

Helium: Nike Vs Adidas

Both are respectable brands in Sports and can been seen competing to produce product in various sports. In more subtle terms it can been seen as US Vs Europe in the business of sportwear. Read More

Army Career Experiance

HUA! .. Went to the ACE today. There were many people as expected, although most looking at the displays. SAF wayang tactic to smoke people to join army. I guess the Air Force and Navy would get more recruits than Army. "Choing Sua in jungle?? no way! rather fly, Sail the seven sea."I wonder if anyone signed up to be an trooper?

Medic booth.

Many many people. As if they'll join.

Now, who's the smelly one?

The size of the planes i can fly. Actual size, not scaled down.

My MRF brothers. HUA!