01/06/2026
This is the story of Ash’s 11-month Commando journey.
For sure, it wasn’t easy at all... from scrapping a pass at IPPT pre-enlistment to obtaining the red beret. The wifey and had front row seats, watching how he has changed (for the better) but even then, I cannot say I truly feel or even understand everything he has gone through.
Well done, Ash.
My only hope is when you face seemingly insurmountable challenges in future, you will always remember how you overcame your own self-doubt and powered and willed your way - often cursing and complaining too- through this journey but ultimately, YOU DID IT. Remember that.