NEW YEAR

I spent last evening with Sophia before joining my family for the countdown at Marina Bay. The place where we parked has trees that partly obscured the view of the fireworks. Thereafter we went to Ah Cheng's Dessert at Bugis for some supper. That was the extent of my celebration this year.

Last year was a year of ups and downs, highs and lows. I got into SOT, I got out of SOT, I experienced heart breaks, I experienced joys, I got into NS, I haven't gotten out yet. I went on to become an MP, I went from MP Command to Gombak Base. Guess which are the ups and the downs. And for the next few subsequent pubic holidays this year, I will be on duty, which is .....

My favorite day of the year, Christmas, felt like nothing due to the missing festivity as I was working. That's such a waste. I have always like Christmas. It's a time to share your love with your family.

One very important thing I learned and experienced last year was that my family loves me. I have always felt that my family was dysfunctional, and look outwards for affection. However, after I got into NS, I started to see that they are the ones who truly cares about me. Little things that they do to make my life better and easier. Like waking up early to ensure that I have breakfast, sending me to camp so I will not be late. They make time for me when I'm out and bring me for meals.

Yeah, my family is very important to me.