Desiderata

Go placidly amid the noise and the haste,
and remember what peace there may be in silence.

As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others,
even to the dull and the ignorant; they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexatious to the spirit.

If you compare yourself with others,
you may become vain or bitter,
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.

Exercise caution in your business affairs,
for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virture there is;
many persons strive for high ideals,
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love,
for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment,
it is as perennial as the grass.

Take kindly the counsel of the years,
gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.
But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.

Beyon a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore be at peace with God,
whatever you conceive Him to be.
And whatever your labors and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life,
keep peace in your soul.

With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.

- Max Ehrmann, c.1920

One of my favourite poems. Sometimes I forget how beautiful it is. A gift for the soul. 

Thank you everyone for a great Passing-Out-Parade. It has indeed been a great four years, and I am truly honoured to have been your COC for one! I would like to thank all the seniors, Teacher Officers, Cadet Officers for guiding me and mentoring me all this while, all the Part Ds for working with me and going through thick and thin together for the past four years, and all the juniors for bearing with my crazy antics and moodswings and being good juniors, its been a pleasure leading you guys and having fun with you all at the same time!

I wish all the new appointment holders all the best in leading the company. Take the company to greater heights!

Fearless!

MSG Hifzhul Matin B Nordin =D