grim23 | Tang Soo Do update

This morning I took and, I believe, passed my 6th Gup Tang Soo Do test, with Karlynmeow watching. My line drills were off a bit because I'd gotten conflicting teachings, but my kicks were high and centered, and I had good focus. My hyung was also off a bit because the little girl in front of me forgot a part of her form and stopped - and I stepped on her on my first reverse turn. I just locked into place and breathed and waited for her, and didn't allow myself to be distracted. My elbow strike break was quick and strong and I was able to generate energy with one breath. The meditations, the devotions about trust and service, the discipline, the extra nights alone in the dojang, and the practice generating energy, have all paid off. I'll find out after I get back from Beltane if I passed...but the actual belt isn't important.

Random thoughts this week:

Monday: "A little girl took the time to draw a picture of me with a green belt. I won't disappoint her."

Wednesday: "Jin - a virtue of Bushido, where through intense training, one becomes quick and strong, but has compassion and balance. I train every day, in something. That's what makes me different from many."

Thursday: "I haven't danced to big scottish war drums wearing a kilt in some time. I miss that."

Friday: "Removing that stuff in my life that is extra and provides automatic comfort, keeps me from the Naked Flame."

Saturday: "The test is over. No more training diet for today, let's get some Barbecue."