I could still clearly remembered why I joined the 34th Boys' Brigade when I was at the age of 13. It was a conversation between me & my dad, as he was a former St. John's Cadet he requested for me to follow in his footsteps. Then I remembered telling him "Dad, the BB also offers First-Aid too!"

I was not really interested in committing myself to the Boys' Brigade because I had the mindset

that it was only a CCA but something that amazed me was the wide range of activities the Boys' Brigade had to offer.

After achieving Best Recruit 2008 it was like a form of encouragement to do better & to be committed to it.

I was really blessed to have such good seniors like Ping Hau, Budi Hatoto, Wei Sheng, Jiang Shan and others.

Why I enjoyed my 1st year in BB most was because of these seniors that put in the extra mile to make us feel like a family. Now, it's my turn to put what i've learn inorder for my juniors to experience a wonderful time in the 34th Boys' Brigade.

3 years passed at an instance. I could still remember not being on good terms with my fellow batch of boys. We used to quarrel over small things, especially boys like Wei Hua, Jing Long, Jun Xian, Glenn & Others. After 3 years, we're seem like we're stuck side-by-side with super glue. We became like brothers and we do things together & always doing what's best for the company!

Thinking about it, times do run-out & I have approximately 8-9 more months as a BB Boy together with my batch. But this does not end there, cause' i bet many of us are gonna give back what we've learn from our times in the 34th BB.

Speaking about giving back, I know this particular person who can't seem to separate himself from committing to the 34th BB. How 'sticky' he is! (:

He's none other than my beloved Primer, SLT Budi Hatoto. He has brought happiness, joy, seriousness, patience, commitments & tears(of joy) to 34th and has became a part of our lives as he never fails to give up on us and will always be there to cheer us on, in whatever we do.

this pictures were taken this year during the Recruit Camp when we presented him, something money can't buy. The memories and the stepping stone in everything he went through, from a BB Boy to a BB Primer. THANK YOU BUDI! (:

Well, my message to all BB Boys is that 'We are all a big family and ranks/badges/promotions/roles can never ever compare to the bonding we have. I hope we'll(B24) be good role-models as seniors & big brothers to you. You can always come to us when you need a small chat or if you're facing any difficulties. Feel free to just speak to us and be open. Every boy is special in their own way.

I hope my 3 years in Boys' Brigade has shown you that BB isn't all about being strict, drills, discipline, etc. Try participating and giving your fullest in every event and everything that we do together. I hope you would have a permanent memory of the great time you had in the Boys' Brigade. Oh no, not only the Boys' Brigade.. 'The 34th Boys' Brigade in Singapore' !