Met up with my darling son and dearie for lunch at Jurong Point today..

As usual, I was late and left Jun with Hongwei alone.. When I reached the bus stop and saw the both of them, they looked awkward sia.. Seemed like they had nuttin much to talk about.. I realised I was either talking to Hongwei or Jun..

Hongwei was telling us that he went to the Military Court in the morning to help his man defend some charges. Apparently, this recruit (or Private I cant remember) AWOLed for 2 months to work and earn money to feed his family.. To me, this was really touching but in the eye of the law, he had commited a serious offence.. Moreover, it was the 3rd time he was absent from duty without approval.

The amount of money paid to the soldiers is pathetic! No wonder army guys tend to find part time or freelance jobs over the weekends..

Increase their pay man! They need the money..

But then again, guys out there.. spend ur money wisely while u are in army..

Cheers!