Soldier John's memoir

Gone were the days, when one woke up as early as 5.30am just to do some exercise, get breakfast and back to the bunk to do some cleaning. Life was rather routined for everyone but one thing for sure everyone has definately become fitter. Except for those who reported ill or due to certain conditions, they are posted to do lighter chores.

Still remember there was once even for those who were ill, we got to sweep the leaves under the hot scorching sun. John was one of them. Some sergeants would think that some are being lazy and not genuinely ill or rather they do not want others to think that being ill is a good thing as you have plenty of time to rest and lie on the bed.

But of course, cases where the soldier is really ill, they will be asked to stay in a ward. Overall, they wouldn't force people who are really ill to do chores.

To be continued.