Candidate Journals

King Tiger Tae Kwon Do Black Belt candidates blog daily about their journey: their thoughts and feelings, their struggles and successes; their pain and their encouragement. Follow along on their journey; words of encouragement are always welcome!

Staying at...

Staying at home today to do my school project. Get to chill and get a break.

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Hope all i...

Hope all is well with everybody, working on forms I have numerous questions to answer and to try to figure out why we do this or that working on creative ways to teach kicks. Stay thirsty my friends

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Finishing ...

Finishing this book essay that I left out. Doing everything that I did not finish. Crunch time!!

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Foot is f...

Foot is finally getting better have been doing class and actually did my first jump rope, working on getting stronger and hopefully faster, ready for next year as long as I can stay healthy

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Going to s...

Going to sleep now after a long test today. 1 down 3 to go. Wish me luck!

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it's been ...

it's been a little while since I've logged in and journaled. How I miss summer it seem like that winter is upon us and I think my body is starting to feel some of the aches of the cold.. So put on the jacket and put on a smile and keep walking those miles.

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Coming hom...

Coming home after a hards days work. Ready for tomorrow to keep working harder and harder to new the best!

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Last night...

Last night my family and I drove down to Raleigh and stayed the night with my aunt and uncle! We went over there to celebrate an Indian holiday and came back today! It was really fun but I'm really tired, I'm just glad I have no school tomorrow!

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its been a...

its been a long time since i wrote a journal. i dont need them anymore but i like writing journals so i might write a journal once a while

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Getting re...

Getting ready to go to the Hornets game. Going to go early for Hugo bobble heads! HOW COOL IS THAT?!

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The final journal

This is my final journal so hip hip hooray I can't believe it is finally over

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The final journal

This is my final journal so hip hip hooray I can't believe it is finally over

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It one day...

It one day before Halloween! I've really gotten into the spirit. Yesterday at my school we had an event called Trunk or Treat where we set up trunk for each of our clubs and give candy to children in our community. It was really fun, but I had to miss class because it was from 4-8 and I was required to be there! But tomorrow is going to be more fun since it is actually the day of Halloween! I am not sure what i am doing yet but I will be with my friends so it'll be great!

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About to h...

About to head to a football game. My last game for the season! Hopefully we do good out there and go out with a BANG!

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grandmas house

today I went to my grandmas house and saw my grandpa who lives in Deleware. I had a lot of fun!

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Cant wait ...

Cant wait for the tea party and the retreat good job to everyone who did the test

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Today stra...

Today straight after school I had to go to my friends house to help decorate for an event held at our school called Trunk or Treat! Each club sets up a car and their trunk they set up a cool booth where kids can trick or treat from! The event is tomorrow so the different clubs I'm in all created their Trunk booths today, it was really fun! The theme is vampires!! After decorating i didn't do much, I barely had any homework today which was really nice!

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Getting re...

Getting ready for tomorrow. Have some requirements to wrap up before I officially qualify to have the next rank. I need as much as I can to make it. Cause remember, "if excellence can be attained, then good isn't good enough".

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Today was ...

Today was a good day. I had lots of fun at PMAA class. Learned some cool knife techniques overall good day.

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it was the...

it was the first official day/ class being a black belt! I was really looking forward to class and learning some of the new forms or self defense! And in class today that's exactly what we got to do we learned the first seven moves of gumgong and the first three 1st don self defense!

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cookies

Tonight I made Halloween cookies and they are very good. They have chocolate chips in them and they are very small.

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i think th...

i think this might be my last journal entry and then im done. the problem why i cant see if im done is my ipad never makes my tracking pop up. maybe im not the only one or maybe i need to try again. well anyways by for now!

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“A black b...

“A black belt is a white belt who never quit!” Shane Tassoul

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Had a nice...

Had a nice, long weekend and now it is time to get back in school mode. Also my foot is still swollen! WHEN WILL IT HEAL???

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Testing wa...

Testing was great!! Good job everyone on the test.....

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Party

today I went to a Halloween party and it was really fun. I got to see my old friends and some new people. I really liked it because their was a dance contest and I won.

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Testing wa...

Testing was great yesterday. I can't wait till the tea ceremony soon. I can't thank everyone enough.

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Testing wa...

Testing was great yesterday. I can't wait till the tea ceremony soon. I can't thank everyone enough.

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We are all...

We are all nearing the end of this journey but there will be many more ahead of us because it is not over

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today was ...

today was ok but im still proud of myself from yesterday. im just really happy and i want to do the next cycle and STAY ORGANIZED! my gosh this cycle i was SO disorganiezed! im really going to try harder next time. from what i saw i think that everyone did great yesterday. great job everyone!

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Awesome jo...

Awesome job to all the black belts candidate that tested on Saturday. I know I could not make it , but my heart and spirit was with you all.

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Marcus Hendricks

So glad testing is finally over. I do still have to finish up a few things. I am so very tired right now. I am about to sleep like a baby tonight.

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Today I we...

Today I went through a lot. Asking up at 3 and still up just to show how much I've learned over this cycle. Even though I didn't break the brick, I still did what I had to do. That's what I learned in this cycle.

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Today I we...

Today I went through a lot. Asking up at 3 and still up just to show how much I've learned over this cycle. Even though I didn't break the brick, I still did what I had to do. That's what I learned in this cycle.

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Today I we...

Today I went through a lot. Asking up at 3 and still up just to show how much I've learned over this cycle. Even though I didn't break the brick, I still did what I had to do. That's what I learned in this cycle.

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Today I we...

Today I went through a lot. Asking up at 3 and still up just to show how much I've learned over this cycle. Even though I didn't break the brick, I still did what I had to do. That's what I learned in this cycle.

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Today I we...

Today I went through a lot. Asking up at 3 and still up just to show how much I've learned over this cycle. Even though I didn't break the brick, I still did what I had to do. That's what I learned in this cycle.

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Today I we...

Today I went through a lot. Asking up at 3 and still up just to show how much I've learned over this cycle. Even though I didn't break the brick, I still did what I had to do. That's what I learned in this cycle.

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Today I we...

Today I went through a lot. Asking up at 3 and still up just to show how much I've learned over this cycle. Even though I didn't break the brick, I still did what I had to do. That's what I learned in this cycle.

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Today I we...

Today I went through a lot. Asking up at 3 and still up just to show how much I've learned over this cycle. Even though I didn't break the brick, I still did what I had to do. That's what I learned in this cycle.

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Today I we...

Today I went through a lot. Asking up at 3 and still up just to show how much I've learned over this cycle. Even though I didn't break the brick, I still did what I had to do. That's what I learned in this cycle.

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my hand!!!!!!!!!!

today when I tried to break my brick I hurt my hand and now I have to wrap it up. It is purple and blue! It hurts a lot!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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:D

so this is my very last journal! Good luck everybody on the public test!!

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Today at t...

Today at the testing I was really stressed and now I have a headache.

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Omg Guys

Omg guys the test is here and over time to get ready for noon but great job everybody we all did amazing

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I am ready...

I am ready for this test and I will get this done but I like the cycle wish me luck

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Just woke ...

Just woke up and took a quick shower..... Very nervous, right know, but I know everyone will fo fine!!!!!

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It Testing...

It Testing Day!!! I'm So excited and nervous! I'm glad last night I was able to sleep at 9:15 which was surprising but I got 6 hours of sleep! Hopefully I'm still not sleepy later as the day progresses!! Good Luck to Eveeyone:)

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Today we a...

Today we all test for our belts good luck to all I hope that all of you do well. We have gotten through everything else now its just this I can't wait to see all of you next time that I test if your nervous just take a deep breath and remember what you learned.

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My last journal entry!

This is so emotional. I will be done with everything. I'm so happy, at first I thought that I would not get my black belt. Thanks to Master Chelley(sorry if it's not how you spell it) for motivating my sister and I, the Hartles had picked us up from school, and brought us to TKD, and Master Chelley worked with us, hard core, on requirement.s Thank Hartles, if you are reading this. I'm also very exited and nervous for the testing tomorrow. I'm worried that il mess up so badly that everyone will stop and just stare at me. But I won't, so I'll think positive. You too.

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I'm sooo n...

I'm sooo nervous! The day has fineally come!If your a master and your reading this here is your following message:I am (obviosly) nervous for tomorrow. I hope that you will not get too mad at me

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Going to b...

Going to bed early tonight I really don't want to wake up at 4:00 am but it is better then testing tonight

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Going to b...

Going to bed early tonight I really don't want to wake up at 4:00 am but it is better then testing tonight

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I am very ...

I am very nervous for testing!!! Hope everyone does good!!! Good luck everyone!!!

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This is my...

This is my last journal for the whole cycle. Testing is tomorrow! I'm excited and nervous. I feel ready; I know my stuff. I hope i pass!

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TGIF!! I d...

TGIF!! I didn't do much the whole day today since it was Friday my teachers took it easy! I went to black belt class but it ended a little early because of the Pumpkin event! I'm excited for Tom!! The day is finally here!!

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To all tha...

To all that are testing tomorrow get plenty of rest tonight. I have no doubt that you all will do good tomorrow.

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sparring equipment

I forgot my sparring eguipment so I have to go back to taekwondo to get it. My mom is very mad at me!!!!!!!!!

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today I pr...

today I practice then I went to bed and I am ready

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Its Time 2...

Its Time 20 weeks have passed since we began this cycle so now we put our selves to the test. Strive to do your best one mistake is not something to die about but push your self to the limits on this test practice everything today you will pass.

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Day before the test!

I can't believe tomorrow is our test! I'm really excited but also nervous about it. We have been training for the past 3 months to get ready for it but it always seemed so far away. This has been a great journey and I can't wait to start the next chapter after the test.

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Yesterday ...

Yesterday during sparring class we did brakes and we also did some sparring but all the black belt candidates did no contact.

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I felt lik...

I felt like today was a very simple and easy going day even though I had a test and Quiz! They weren't that hard so it was goood! After school my mom and I got Dunkin donuts because we had a free coffee coupon and then I went to sparring class! Sparring class was also very easy going but I liked it!! And last I ended the day with no homework because I had none tonight which was a first and now I'm going to bed! night:)

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Thursday

Awesome night at S. Charlotte!!!! Did not get many requirements complete but all is good. Took photos while Grandmaster Lee taught the senior tigers and junior wong ho then adult class. Great evening and looking forward to a productive weekend. The meds are working as I am finally feeling human however the steroids make me nuts, well more nuts than usual.

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Today my e...

Today my emotions were up and down. I took a week off and went back to California to spend time with family and friends. Which I had a awesome time , but unfortunately yesterday I received some bad news. my heart is heavy but my memories are full of joy.

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Marcus Hendricks

Felt very good today. I ate a lot of food at school because it was mole day! Felt good throughout the entire day :D

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closer....

Only one more day left. wow. get that reveiw in everybody :)

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You have to fight through the bad days to earn the best days. -unknown

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Today I le...

Today I learned everything I need for testing!!! I also did a lot of red and high red belt self defense.

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toady I he...

toady I helped out with a class and I likes it because I got a group of white belt and they were cool

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today I we...

today I went to school and when I came home I went to TKD. when I got home from TKD I cleaned up the back yard and I bonded with my dad.

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Testing is...

Testing is in two days I can't believe we have all come this far this fast I can tell you I am exited

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hat day

Today was hat day at my school and I wore my super girl shirt with my super man hat. It was a really cool outfit.

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today i we...

today i went over hap lido I pretty much have it down

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last entry

this is my last entry. My dad is letting me talk on his phone to put in my last journal.I am so excited about this being my last journal entry. It's really cool that I'm done with my black belt cycle but I'm also kind of sad in some ways because my dad was doing it with me.I can't wait for testing.

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Taste test

On Monday, we are going to do a taste test! Yay! I figured out that only, Mr Blackmans homeroom, his fourth period and fith period, and Ms Pandyas homeroom only get to taste the food. My sister is in Mr Blackmans homeroom, and I'm in his fourth period. I am very happy. Food!

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Right now ...

Right now im in math. and im so exited cuz we i get to taste test someones food. we are doing tatse tests by the way.

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This Is My...

This Is My Last Journal Entry. I Will Be Finished With My Requirements. I Have Homeschool Tkd Today And Need To Keep Practicing For Saturday!

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Yesterday ...

Yesterday grandmaster Lee came to our school and taught us a ton of cool stuff. Grandmaster Lee is a really cool guy.

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Yesterday ...

Yesterday grandmaster Lee came to our school and taught us a ton of cool stuff. Grandmaster Lee is a really cool guy.

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Marcus Hendricks

Grandmaster Lee came over today. I had two classes which him and it was very cool. Thank you Grandmaster!

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Grandmaste...

Grandmaster Lee came today and his time at the Dojan was really fun! He was a super sweet person and taught us the correct ways that he knew to do things! I really enjoyed his visit to our location but I'm sad that I had to leave early because My mom needed me home at 8:30 today specifically!! Hopefully next time he comes I will be able to stay the whole entire time!

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master lee

Today I hada great time at TKD, I did two classes with Master Lee, the first on was with all the LKN black belt testers, and in total, thats, 9. That is alot, and I am exited to get my new belt, If I make it that is. Anyways, Master Schnieder asked a question about good exersises. He then told us about laying on your back on the ground, hands on your solar plexis, keep your heels together, and hit your toes together. I did that with my mom and sister, just right now, and phew, that really gets tireing!

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Today was ...

Today was sooo fun! We had Grandmaster Lee came over and in the middle of the class my sisters iPads rung and it was a facetime from Jacqueline our friend and it was pretty umm.... awkward but no one knew it was my sister ipad. Anyway it was so fun.we paired up and did blocks and stuff. It was fun and right now my mom, twin, and I are doing a foot exersises that helps you stomach, organs, and other stuff. We are on the floor right now and I'm writing my journal.

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project

Tomorrow I have to present my social studies project about brazil and I am very nervous.

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project

Tomorrow I have to present my social studies project about brazil and I am very nervous.

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Hump Day

Happy dance - - - running complete!!!! Took everything I had to finish that tonight so nothing else accomplished but I am ok with it. Just hope tomorrow these new meds kick in so I can get back to normal.

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today I he...

today I helped and I liked it because I was like wanted when I helped because the kids wanted me to help

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today I he...

today I helped and I liked it because I was like wanted when I helped because the kids wanted me to help

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"Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don't quit." ~Conrad Hilton

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Today was ...

Today was good. I went to Church Class and practiced some Tae Kwon Do. Getting close to testing.

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today

today I went to school and when I got home I did a lot of poomsaes and listen to music and I also talked to my dad and he will be back from DC in an hour.

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Today noth...

Today nothing really exciting is happening. I just finished my school work so i can have free time.

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I got to s...

I got to spend the night with my mimi last night. I have to do my schoolwork and then sell some boyscout popcorn tonight. Only 3 more days until testing! I am starting to get nervous!

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Yesterday ...

Yesterday during class we just, pretty much, reviewed everything.

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I woke up ...

I woke up late today! I was supposed to get up early and finish homework but my alarm never went off so I had for yah to finish the little I kept this morning! After going to school I went to PMAA class and we went over knife twirling techniques and our Section A cinawalees for the testing! Only 4 more days:)

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I woke up ...

I woke up late today! I was supposed to get up early and finish homework but my alarm never went off so I had for yah to finish the little I kept this morning! After going to school I went to PMAA class and we went over knife twirling techniques and our Section A cinawalees for the testing! Only 4 more days:)

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Heartbreak loss

Today was a baseball playoff game in which it was go big or go home we lost in a heartbreaker losing 7-6 after we lead the game 5-0 going in to the final inning. Boy what a disappointing way to end a season.

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Do not pray for an easy life, pray for the strength to endure a tough one -Bruce Lee

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today I to...

today I took sparring class at mint hill and I liked it because It was a no contact thing and me and Ericka faced and I beat her

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