When I stood up to play a solo in an SA band practice one or two of the band were heard to say "I wonder how much he is charging for this". I sometimes think that people need to be aware of life outside the Army too(although a lot of them are already aware of this when they go to the pub :shock: ). I love the Army to bits and have a lot to be grateful for...
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As a young SA Bandsman, I can sympathise with some of the things Neil has said. I get very frustrated when I hear and experience things like this. However, the type of narrow minded comments you experienced when you stood up to play your solo are not confined to the SA, that sort of silly attitude is alive on all different types of organisations. With regards to your pub comments...no offence taken
Those comments & actions are representation of the individual, not of the Salvation Army as a whole.
What the officer said is right in a sense, when it comes down to it, it's not their playing ability, drinking habits or uniform wearing that matters, it is the individual.
Good to see your contesting career is alive and well, all the best for Pontins!
John
Rothwell Temps
P.s If anyone wants to follow this up, get in touch
