The BIG DAY approaches
It feels a bit surreal that the year of the snake is almost over and that grading day is just around the corner. It is a mix of joy, excitement/nervousness, and some stress. Along with a sense of accomplishment, there is also a sense that nothing will really change for me. I love Kung Fu regardless of the colour of belt I'm wearing. I enjoy coming to class and practicing and learning something new. Doesn't matter if we're doing Da Mu Hsing for half the class, I walk away having learned something new, despite it being the first form I learned. I enjoy interacting with my instructors and classmates, and I still plan on doing that regardless of what happens. Having said that, I recognize what an accomplishment it is to get to this level. The hard work and dedication it takes. Kung Fu becomes a way of life and not just something that you do. Although i...