For all you math people out there, feel free to correct my attempt at being clever with the title. I just wanted to reflect on the push-ups and sit ups requirement for the blackbelt test. I am getting what I…

During our black belt class, we go over passages from The Book of Five Rings each week. This past week, we discussed “annoying” your opponent such in a way to keep them off guard during battle. “By striking unexp…

I am facing a large challenge and postponement in my training.  I went to the doctor about my hurt rib.  Fortunately x-rays showed no fracture or brake.  I have trouble taking deep breaths, sneezing, coughing, an…

I received my black stripe on my belt this week.  I am officially a black belt candidate.  I have been training for it for over five months now.  I am keeping up on all the training.  The most challenging part for…

About a week ago the school district released the start date for the upcoming school year, which will be my senior year of high school. School is scheduled to start a whole 8 days earlier than normal on monday…