Will be supporting some infantry regiment to fight their ATEC in January 2012 as an forward observer. Having a good life everyday now means that walking with the infantry for the 5D4N major exercise will post a huge challenge to the current me. Got to refresh some skills, I don’t want to end up killing our own infantry and bringing down their strength. The pressure is on. Just hoping that everything goes on smoothly.
Not looking forward to the officer’s initiation. I wonder how will I fare after not wearing the battle order for so long.
I have passed my compass and aeromedical test. Next up will be my interview. If I pass, I will probably be on my way to airforce and eventually to New South Wales, Tamworth for some flying.
Considering whether to follow the officer cadets to their Thailand trip in February to guide the Liaison cadets. I will be busy coordinating the Artillery Family day in March though. Quite a lot of things to do for it. Event planning and management is definitely not easy.
Resending the university applications year after year is tiring. I hope that they accept me this year. If not I MAY consider signing on to the 2-3 years contract and during this sign on period, I will continue trying for local placing. Well to me, a degree is essential but the recognition of what degree you have is of paramount importance. That’s my view. It’s all about the paper chase. How high you want to go in this current society depends a lot on the paper you have. Of course if possible I will want to pursue a Masters but it’s easier said than done.
I’m always worrying about the kaching I have. If I really get into local university, where can I get the money for my expenses. With the Officer pay I have now till I ORD (10 months), it accumulates to around $10,000. Subtracting my debts ($1500) and monthly expenses ($500 X 10), I will probably be left with $3500. Which can’t even last me for a year in university. Don’t want to trouble my parents as they are still worrying about their housing loans and stuff.
My ambition in life is to bring my family up another tier. To be successful enough to live comfortably with a car, a house and more than enough cash to see my little ones through university and marriage.
Big plans. Where do I start? Is signing on the only choice to get a capital?
It’s all about the kaching, kaching, kaching.
