Reflection on Total defense/cross country 2008

In March our school had it annual cross country meeting at bedok reservoir. We also had our total defense day. The event began at seven thirty am. We began by singing the national anthem then and then we said the pledge. Four students shared a message about total defense day. The principle also shared a speech on total defense day. The lower secondary students were then taken to the starting point to begin the race. It was about 3.8 kilometers long. The boys began followed by the girls. I came in fourth place. Then the upper secondary began their race.

While the upper secondary students began to race we rested and we did a crossword puzzle on total defense day. When they finished we had a prize presentation and then Mr. Yip told us about the siren and what it means. He told us to tune into the radio station at a certain time. He gave us a demonstration of how the siren would sound. We were then addressed by Mrs. Menon. She gave her final speech and dismissed us.

I learned about the meaning and the importance of total defense that day I learned that it is not something to be taken likely or joke about. Anything can happen to the country and we must be prepared. It is not only the government’s job but everyone is responsible in a way. I enjoyed the day and I as I was heading home I heard the real siren. It was really cool. I had fun and I will always remember that day.