My NS experience


National Service

Originally written for Fever Avenue, in January 2012.  I’ve had some pretty unique opportunities in my life to experience things that not all of my peers do. (I’m not sure how unique that makes me- I don’t know as much about others as I’d like to, because not everybody is as vocal about their individual […]

March 7, 2017

Is National Service Necessary?


National Service

I’d love to live in an ideal world where NS isn’t necessarily. Unfortunately, we don’t, and so 2 years of my time (+ reservist… I have a low-key ICT in two weeks, sian…) went to the State. I wish it weren’t necessary, but I appreciate that it is. Beyond that, I continue to respect and […]

October 21, 2016