StudentCarl
3rd Black Belt
Last night my master awarded me a red belt as a result of Saturday testing. This is special for me because it's the rank I held when I left taekwondo in 1981 for college. It's a different experience at 47 as opposed to 17, and I wouldn't trade either one. With team practices, my classes, and helping as an assistant with the young kids' classes, I'm at the dojang 6 evenings a week now. As a teen I needed the structure and leadership, but my focus was on my growth. Now I still need that, but I'm more aware of my obligation to give back. It's rewarding to be part of the growth that happens for others while I continue to improve myself too.
Carl
Carl