Here are some updates:
Work has been up and down with busy stuff. Nothing too crazy. I've had my reviews and they seemed to go ok. I've been trying to take on more, and do more. I've also considered testing once and for all. I started last month, had a huge burst of study in me and then lost it. I kind of thought I would with all that has been going on. I need to somehow make it a priority.
Teaching ups and downs. The after-school program is incredibly challenging. Our dojo however has been doing really great. The kids are doing good and I've seen so much growth in them. Last Saturday I burst into tears watching them. They make me so proud. We have some big things coming up with the kids and the school. Its nerve wracking and exciting all at the same time.
First, next weekend I teach again and then on Sunday we have tournament. I am taking the kids solo, and competing. Its been awhile since I have competed, and I've not done it as an Intermediate. I know its going to be a crazy day, and I'm hopeful that it goes smoothly. Next up, is promotions in June. My testing is pretty flexible, since I am the only adult. But, I've got my sights set on testing with the kids, and doing well. I'm working on what I've termed "Black Belt hands". I want it so that if someone looks at just my hands it will be undeniably 'Black Belt material' The kicks are further behind, they are getting better, and its just a matter of time. Right now I'm trying to catch them up to 'Blue Belt material'.
As I set my sights on 'Black Belt', it's great to have the advantage that due to other training, I already know the rank. Its just getting them to be 'Black Belt' sharp. Goal: Black Belt by 35. Its going to be close.
In June we also go to 6 days a week. Right now we are working on our strategy and hopefully it goes well.
When June hits I also will try to get my studying into higher gear, as well as work on getting stronger. I'm going to keep working on my other stuff, and keep them sharp. Maybe (and that is a BIG maybe) I will fight once more at the end of this year. It's not a huge priority, but I want to keep up the work so that if I want to, I can.
Other than that I got to meet my precious niece and visit family last month. That was a good time. Spending time with them is always worth the trip. I am not sure when I'll be back, but I am hoping soon..
Anyway, that is the five minute update in the past few months.
I'm going to try to post more....
When I start my journey on getting stronger I really want to post more, and post on progress. Maybe even pics. I know I will be unhappy with the ones as first, but need them to have a reference for later...
PS. Next Monday is my 4 year anniversary with taking back my life, and getting rid of soda and sugar. =)
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