Outfield in the rain. Let me rephrase that. Outfield in the heavy rain isn't fun at all. It was raining all four days and proning in wet undies and boots for over an hour isn't fun too. But the aftermath of it really is. It was raining all 4 days during outfield. Well, suck it up!
As I'm waiting for the cousin to get back home, I decided to do some blogging. He asked me over to his place, which is 10 steps away, (yes, my cousin is my neighbour too) for a round of Winning Eleven on a PS3 console. After that, off to Pasir Ris again for the routine weekend book in. There's always this dreadful feeling whenever the sight of White Sands appears but when once I'm in the ferry, I feel all fine and rearing to go for the coming week. Heh.
Let's see what else. Oh yar, Liverpool failed to get a victory. Again. After last night's 2-2 draw with Manchester City. Frustrating.
I'm about three weeks away from "graduating" from BMTC School 2. I don't know if there are anymore high key events. Probably Urban Operations left. I think.
Today is his book out day, book out..book out. Today is his book out day, ohh book out day. Ohh book out day..ohh book out day. Today is his book out day, ohhh book out day. Yeay!!! At last after 2 weeks of perseverance, he finally booked out today. Right, here comes the cliche' "Girlfriend-missing-her-boyfriend" rants but I don't care. I was like soo happy and hyperactive when I fetched him from Pasir Ris station. And I still can't believe that I was actually shaking while waiting for him. It's like our first date. Hahaha..I'm so happy lah people.
So I'm back in mainland Singapore after two weeks of training in the sacred island of Pulau Tekong. I miss alot of things but at the same time, I'm learning alot too and I forsee there's more to come. I'm looking forward to certain tranings like the marksmanship, Urban Operations and the 4 day oufield training. Oh wait I'm not sure whether to feel anxious or excited on the outfield part. Heh. *nervous laughter*
Anyways, I miss good decent music because in there, all you hear is, "Left, left, left, right..." or "Training to be a soldier, fight for our land..." or even from the sergeant which goes something like "PLATOON TWO! YOU GOT 30 FUCKING SECONDS TO GET YOUR ASS DOWN HERE! MOVE!" *platoon runs like mad*
I miss good decent food. I'm not saying the food in the cookhouse is bad but it's pretty inconsistent. At times, it'll be fantastic and at times it's kind of bland. But then again, it's free. Full stop.
Most importantly, I miss the girlfriend. On the third day, I decided to take our photo out from my wallet and paste it on the mirror of my locker. It really helps and gives the extra bit of motivation to push yourself before each training session be it endurance/physical training or foot drills.
I have till Sunday evening to recharge myself and stock up on the necessary items.
Till then..
Loyalty to Country! Leadership! Discipline! Professionalism! Fighting Spirit! Ethics! Care for Soldiers!
It has been a week since Muzhaffar's enlistment day. How am I coping? Pretty well I should say. I've been spending most of my free time with my wonderful friends. They have been very supportive and understanding. Just last week, I went Bishan to catch a movie with my girlfriends straight after school. Though the movie sucks like shit, I really enjoyed spending time with them. Went karaokae-ing with my guy friends and Chen Chin on friday night. A crazy singing and dancing session indeed.
This week on Monday, I went to the gym with Zubaidah. Hit the treadmill and ran 2km in 15 minutes. Embarrassing timing but heck it. It's been quite awhile since I had a long distance run. Gonna improve on my stamina and gradually increase the distance. And just now, had a 3 hour badminton session with my friends. Asri and I a team while Hafiz and Chen chin our opponents. Spent the 3 hours cursing and insulting Hafiz. (It's my way of intimidating the opponent) Haha..The rest ; Rahmat, Winston, Shahid, Kartik and Rovin need to go off early. But it's undeniable. We really had a hell of a time laughing our heads off.
Of course there are times when loneliness strikes me all of a sudden. Like during a lecture or every night when I wanna go to bed. It's impossible for me not to think about him after all these years. But whatever it is, I got to be strong. Be there for him when he needs me. And most importantly, stay faithful.
So the day has come. In 10 hours time, I will be in Pulau Tekong undergoing the mandatory National Service where some men relish it and some boys dread it. I am definitely looking forward to this phase and eager to don the green uniform but in the last 12 hours, nervousness has somewhat crept in me. That makes me a boy turning to a man? Well screw that thinking.
Bottom line is that I'm looking forward for National Service, especially the Basic Military Training part better known as BMT. New mates - hopefully they are good bunch of people - vulgarities hurled at us and most of all going through the training together. Everything will be alright.
I met Wani earlier to have lunch cum dinner in NYP and basically just spend the last moments before I'm enlisted. We walked and talked and did some more talking. I got some advice from her like "kalau kene maki ngan sergeant jangan maki balik nanti kene confinement", "da pat Tekong, mulut jangan cabul", "kalau nampak apape, jangan lah gi tegur" and "think of me ok". Don't worry, I will be just fine. =)
Till then, see you people in 2 weeks time. I hope. =)
It's been four years and I still have the same feelings as I did four years ago. In fact it has been growing by the moments. The things we do, activities and moments spent together has always been meaningful and I'm glad being with her. She isn't demanding like some other girlfriends, always appreciative of time, things and efforts, cares about the people around her and very thoughtful. I've learnt alot from her vice versa and she has been my inspiration in some of my works or activities.
I can go on and on about her in this post but I shall keep those feelings. Bottom line, she's my friend, my buddy, my lending ear, my joy. She's my girlfriend and I'm a lucky person. =)
Anyways, we went to Bollywood Veggies for a countryside visit for a change and I can strike one off from my "Things to do with the girlfriend before enlistment" list. I got the idea from Bomi, well not directly but I saw him taking his family there. Eversince, I have always wanted to go there to see what the place is like and I must say I'm pleased with the visit.
Well the rest are on facebook. It was a special day and a special time. It always has been, yes, even now. =)
We just walked around Bugis. Window shop and then did more window shopping and he got me a shawl. Awww.. =)
After which, our stomach started grumbling so we headed down to Tong Seng. A fully certified halal coffee shop which serves good and cheap Chinese Muslim food. Value for money yaww. With its 1950s ambience, it is truly a must-go makan place.
Muz had Hainanese chicken rice and I had chicken mushroom noodle.
We also bought a plate of fattening mouth-watering orgasmic deep fried char kwae which comes with a bowl of mayo and chilli sauce.
With our full stomach, we went to Orchard. And then that was when the we started taking lovely pictures.
A simple yet sweet date. Truly had fun and enjoyed every moment with him. Thank you for the time love. =)
Today marks exactly one month to Muz's NS enlistment. He's excited, I'm dreading it. Not seeing each other for 2 weeks and then getting to see him only on weekends for another 5 weeks is total bullshit. It's insane, ridiculous, maniacal, beserk and mentally unhealthy. Not that I'm against the idea of guys going Ns. It's the process that makes me feel...challenged I must say.
We've been together for quite sometime. 4 years being with him makes him part of my life. I'm emotionally, mentally, soully (whatever the word is) attached to him. Frankly, it's really hard for me to part from him. Call me possesive or taggy, I don't care. I just can't live without his presence. I need his everyday, "Good morning sayang! I just woke up ni. And I haven't bathe. Hehehe. =)" sms just so that I can perform my daily tasks.
A couple of my friends said that NS is the toughest period. It is the time where squabble is like an every day issue and that most relationship will come to an end during this period. Whatever the misunderstandings that we'll face and no matter how big the problem that will fall upon us, bottom line is, we love each other and that's that. Leaving each other is not an option.
Instead of making this NS thingy as a hindrance, we will take it as a challenge that we will both overcome and hopefully, strengthens the relationship. =)
Allahyarham Mohamed Mokhtar Bin Mohd Noor
