Today went to sent my brother off for his NS (National Service) with parents and aunt at the Basic Military Training Centre (BMTC) in Pulau Tekong. trained over to Pasir Ris as there will be shutter bus bringing us over to the SAF Ferry Terminal where we will then take the ferry to Pulau Tekong. had to depart with brother after stepping a few steps into the centre. meanwhile, we the family members will be going on a tour guided by the BMTC commanders. going in to their bunks, their training places etc. not much amazing to me cause SP brought me to SISPEC the last time where i was briefed with the latest army info. went into the hall to where everyone will be briefed on who is their son's company officer, commanders etc are, the mission, values and some introduction of the school. most importantly, witnessing the proudest moment of the ceremony where all the enlistees will read out their enlistment pledge. after the ceremony, we had our lunch with brother before he officially say goodbye to us. chatted and enjoyed our lunch at their cookhouse. enlistees were called to gather and waved goodbye to us and off they go to their NS life. I think the SAF has done a pretty good job – with the colourful brochures, slide shows and walkabout to see the impressive facilities; and even hosted a lunch in the cookhouse – at reassuring the parents.

i think going NS to guys means an official grown up from a BOY to a MEN!! a MEN who will keep his love ones, family, friends and country safe. a MEN who carries their responsibilities. a MEN who is willing to sacrifice himself to protect the country. it will be a fresh new page of their life and I'm sure it will be a memorable and proud one for them! and i believe, my great brother will become a MEN where my family can rely on after his 2years NS journey.

it's 10.30p.m. now. lights off for the enlistees.. goodnight brother^-^