joie de viv-re

Wednesday, June 07, 2006

Sharing our pains.

Went down for LMSC today. And as much as I thought the coordinators of the course did a fantastic job, I would say that I am the ultra conservative kind of person. And I do not believe that these kind of courses would acheive the goals it set out to attain. But, I must say that it was pretty enjoyable. The cadets seemed to be enjoying the course, which I suppose is a good sign. The instructors then went for lunch. Where we spent quite a fair bit of time sharing our problems and difficulties we face. I guess being an instructor has always been a challenge. A tall one. Balancing school work and leisure time with going and commiting to NPCC. Managing cadets whilst trying to bring out the best in them and fulfill their immense potential. And trying to maintain healthy working relationships with other instructors. And officers. Yes, it is that difficult. And I was lamenting the regrets that I have. That leaving after one and a half years in the unit. I believe I could have acheived much more.

And its disappointing that I will be leaving with so much I think I could have done. So much I wish I could have fulfilled. And I do recognise that whether I come back in future. It will never be the same. Because what we have in the unit now is such an amazing group of cadets. And together with the instructors. They can absolutely bring the unit to greater heights. Alas, I never seized the opportunity that Cadet Inspectorship presented me.

The rest of the instructors were sharing about their problems and troubles. And I guess coming into an organisation such as NPCC was never going to be easy. And sometimes before we make a commitment, we do not appreciate the responsibilities that come with the rank. But it was nice to be able to share our problems with each other. With people who have gone through the same kind of shit, and understand what passion is all about. And even shared many laughs. Thinking of how our children would be brought up. Like falling in at 6am for flag raising. And doing night sentry. It sounded so dumb, yet humourous. And it would be so amazing, if in ten years time I can look back on my one and a half years as a Cadet Inspector. And just reminiscence so many wonderful memories. And just knowing how each other are doing in life. And recall back on a time. When we would yell at cadets during ATCs. And so much more.

Ah, I would give so much if I could relive this entire experience.

Reminiscence the past, cherish the present, look forward to the future with hope.
7:20 pm

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