First Chinese Doctor Visit

Last week I had my first visit with a Chinese doctor. I had some pain in my elbow that was also causing more tingling. Jeff suggested I see him as it might help. It'd also give another opinion to this tingling situation.  He agreed with everything I have been doing over the past year and a half. He knew I was sick and lost a large amount of weight very fast. My body just changed when that happened and it was a huge stress on it. He gave me some tea and made some adjustments to the arm. Happy to say that I have been 99% pain free. I did have a small moment on the day of a deadline. Being that my week was stressful, I have to say that is pretty good.

I was able to attend my classes on Tuesday, but had to miss out on Thursday. Hoping to get in some training tomorrow though. I really pushed myself, and did the after-school karate as much as I could. My body is sore but it did really good 

With all the stress going on I've been having massive cravings for coke and cake.   Still have not broken though. Almost a year and half and going strong. 

This week should be another busy week with stuff, and we are getting a visitor that will stay with us for a few days. 

First Week

Made it through the first week with the new schedule.  Fun part is that we've had an intense deadline at the firm which means I worked like a banshee.  

Due to working a 12hr day on Thursday I missed Karate and Muay Thai, needless to say I'm itching to throw a temper tantrum on some mitts or the bag. Next week I should be all set to do at least Muay Thai.  Maybe I'll get in some other training too.  

The after-school karate started this week, and even though we've hit some speed bumps, we are trying to keep a positive attitude and hope we get more students.  I've already learned so many things on the administrative side of things that will prove to be invaluable.  

Next month should be Karate promotions. Though technically I'm an Orange Belt, I still wear my Yellow Belt. I was hoping to go to another tournament, but it just hasn't happened.  In the after-school program I am allowed to wear an honorary green belt. Mostly due to my other Martial Arts training. My goal is that at next promotion to try to test into Green Belt.  This is a pretty hard thing to do, but not impossible. There isn't a whole lot I just don't know, I just need to perform it at a high level. As it is such a big jump, I'll probably be a Green Belt for about a year before I get any promotions.  

In reflection its great to know that even with the headaches I know I am doing what I've supposed to be doing. Not many people have a love - but I have two! How awesome is that? 

First Video

Nearing the end of my first week, and will post thoughts when I've had a decent nights sleep.
Meanwhile, here is the first VIDEO I'm posting.

Jar of Hearts - Official Video

I first heard this song via "So You Think You Can Dance". One of my most favorite shows. The very next episode the artist came on to sing it live. Just before this was played she was a waitress.  The lyrics were amazing, and Christina Perri has quite and interesting voice.

Have to admit I was nervous and excited about her doing the video. Very rarely do I like videos as they don't ever do songs justice. The video was quite good and had elements in it that I had visualized for the video.  I even spotted at least one SYTYCD alumni which was kind of neat.  

Enjoy!

First Day

Today was the first day of doing both my regular job as architect and then heading off to the after-school program for karate. All in all I think it went ok. We didn't have as big of turn out as we anticipated or hoped for. Hopefully it will build up pretty fast. Most kids did well, parents liked it.

Having this cold due to the change in weather. Good news is that I'm not digressing, and it's not too bad. There was this moment today when I felt cold and blowing my nose, when I felt just like I did when I was sick. It kind of freaked me out. Then I told myself, its been almost 2 years, I survived last winter ok, I should be able to do good this winter too. I wanted to be a little more stronger coming into winter, but it just didn't happen.

My tingling hasn't been the greatest now for quite some time. It just slightly pops in and out. I think its mostly anxiety that is building up, and I just need to let go.

Tomorrow I am going on-site to look at our new potential project. Then off to the school for Karate and Muay Thai, hopefully I make it there on time. It's a good way to let loose and vent via hitting things.

First Post

Been thinking of this for awhile now. Wanted a place to collect thoughts to reflect on.

A place for current thoughts which may also be expressed in quotes, music, drawings. Rants and Raves on living in the city, food, martial arts, and whatever else pops in.