Spring 2025 Black Belt Cycle

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!

The week is finally half over

Thankfully this week is finally half over, it needs to end finally. I don't know about everyone else but this week seems to be dragging on and on and on. Instructor Camp is almost only 1 week away and everyone knows what that means! A weekend without sleep! 

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Feb-22

Moon's little brother left back for China yesterday. Household is feeling empty and lonely. I always say that it's not goodbye, just see you later. :) Looking towards finishing the week strong! 

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Jogging with friends

My friends helped me get 2 miles of running done today. When they came over for a visit, they brought their scooters and we went out with my dad around the neighborhood. It was exciting because I was faster than them.

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A Long Day

Today was a long homeschool day. I finished at about 4:00 pm. Once I was done I went to bed and got some rest and had tacos for dinner. I finally found a mentee so this cycle might be going well.

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My Day off...

Wednesday, the best day of the week. Now, I LOVE running, like, it's one of my favorite things, but my calves do need a break every now and then. This is going to be my one break per week from now on. I really need to continue going to the gym in the mornings after the cycle just not every day. Especially since it's not as important.

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WHAT A GREAT WEEK!!!!

  This week is going great so far. The only test I had this week was a math test, and I think I did  pretty good on it. Tomorrow on Thursday I have a choir competition in charlotte, so I will miss the whole day of school. The bad part is that I have to wear a tuxedo all day, but I get to miss school. I am not really worried because I don't have any tests so I don't have to make them up. I am really enjoying this week.

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Not much to do

Today there was not that many things to do. I went to sparring today it was great. I am also starting the written test. Today was a good day!

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What you got in your pack

As many of you might have heard before, one of my favorite sayings is "What you got in your pack, is what you got in your pack." It's an expression about preparedness. If you going into the woods and plan on being there for a while, what you planned and packed will be essential to your survival or maybe your comfort. There are two main types of camping. Backpacking with the guys and family camping. Both will have very different challenges and obstacles. The guys (or gals if you prefer) backpacking trips are usually going to have something significant to overcome, or something to kill and eat while it still moves (ok, a little over the top on the last one). It's all about cutting your pencils in half to save on the weight of your pack, looking at the map legs you are traveling and pushing all boundaries. It's going...

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Why we do dese tests?!?!?

Today I had a 30 question long test on imperialism in Africa and China. I mean, I understand how it was big back then and started a lot of things like the Sepoy revolt and the Opium War and the Boxer rebellion but how will this stuff affect my daily life? Or, how will annotating a book affect my daily life? I mean, we call it talking to the text but, it doesn't even talk back like, dude, where are your manners? At least I got in a demo class and got some rolls and falls today with other requirements.

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jobs at ja biz town

at school we are doing ja biz town an my job Is the ceo of utilities and I make the most money in all a whopper of$ 9.00 a week

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Uniform oops

Today started good then went down hill. I first went to school and forgot my glasses in my locker so i could not see the bored. Then at the end of the day i went to after school and forgot my uniform at school and could not do my after school class. Luckily i have "super mom"(her words not mine) and she went and got them. 

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No Update

No real update for today. I am taking Tuesdays off from class to try to relax and reflect on myself. To bad meditation isn't required anymore because I would probably have already finished up the entire required time in the past few weeks. 

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I can do it!

Today I finished my requirements for training and did some extra pushups and sit ups for a total of 210 of each. I am really proud of myself for getting all of my things done in one day. Training is hard but I can do it.

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Day back to school

Today we went back to school. I was awesome. For English class I have to do a project. I finished it. I just need to print my thank you. I printed it. It was a butterfly it looked like gems were in it. Today I am going to black belt class. I hope we get a lot of things done in black belt class. I am going to try to get there early. When it is black belt class I am in the back because I am a 0 degree black belt. My English project is about figurative language. Today at school I had science lab. My class was digging for fossils. I got the biggest pot and my pot was the biggest. I found a lot of shark teeth and dolphin teeth my pot had the most shark teeth. If we found something we wanted we had a bag to put the thing...

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Another Monday Down

Another Monday has come and gone. Only 4 more days til the weekend, Right? I guess the older you get the more you realize the weekends are just a reminder that the week is about to start all over again. 

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Such a nice day

Today was such a nice day outside. So I made good use of it and went on a nice run with my mom. It was tiring because I have been using treadmill's at a gym[(Planet Fitness)really good one] and hadn't run on the greenway in a little while. Plus we forgot to bring a water bottle. I didn't get as much requirements as I had planned today but that's fine cuz I still got in a good amount.

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Leadership

I enjoy studying about leadership. There's something fascinating about someone who naturally has people follow them with little effort. It's like they have something contagious that others want. I read this book about the 21 characteristics of leadership. Very interesting read. One of the main characteristics that always pop up is compassion. Most would think it would be strength of will or something. But having compassion on your fellow man or woman allows you to lead in a meaningful way. While in the service, I had the opportunity and the discomfort of following different kind of leaders. There were the ones who said, "Look at my stripes, now do as I say." They never earned respect of their followers. Great leaders never force their will on others. Their followers would follow them into hell itself because they want to, because their leader cared enough about them. Honor, is also one of...

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My neighbor is moving

Today I found out that our next door neighbor is moving. He had two dogs and they both died in the last three months. He lost his job and is moving to DC.  I wish he could leave his Corvette here.

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Catch up day

Since I went to Disney last week, I have been doing school work for most of the day. I still didn't get done with all of it, so I'll have some extra homework tomorrow. It was really nice outside, and it was hard to keep focus on my work. 

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Origami

today for my new skill i learned how o do origami and mastered making a butterfly so I did a good job today.

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New Skill Essay

Today I started my new skill essay. My new skill was making waffles. I have not finished my essay get but I will. Today is a good day. 

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Day off from school

Today I had a day off from school because of Presidents' day. I went to Defy Gravity with my friends and we had lots of fun on the trampolines although I hurt my heels on a trampoline. After playing at Defy Gravity we went to a store nearby that sells used stuff. I bought a wooden bird for $6 and Erik bought some Pokemon cards. 

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Feb-20

Been incubating the idea of leadership at our studio. Everyone seems to talk about it in a vague way. I'll be defining it and clearly setting some actionable steps we want to see from our students. Get it Monday!

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Who, what, where?

Hello my King Tiger family. I'm still feeling like the something that sticks to the bottom of your shoe, but it's time to drive on. For those I read who are getting concerned about all the red on the requirements, it's not as bad as you might think, though red is still not the goal. I believe the website has us finishing on the physical and written test. Because when I did the math, (the old math, not the new math) we should almost all be in the green. Double check on that. If I'm wrong, I blame the California public school system. They are the ones that led me astray. Man, what a beautiful day. It's like a Hollywood winter. You know, when the movie has snow and ice on the ground but nobody is feeling the cold. Or when the actors are trapped in a cave but there's still...

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A Fresh Day

I got up at 9:30 today feeling ready for the day. I worked on my school project and went to the store for supplies. Tonight I went over to my friend's house and we grilled hamburgers over a fire. They tasted delicious! I had five burgers total. This was an excellent day.

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Today was productive

Today was very productive i did soccer practice and saw all my buddies on my team. I also did lots of running. I got caught up in push-ups sit-ups pomsas and self defenses. I got a lot done 

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SOCCER

today I had soccer in the scrimmage in the first half my team was loosing 1 to 4 but then in the second half we were coming back at the end of the scrimmage the new score was nine to six WE WONE total comeback 

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New skill day (WAFFLES)

Today I did my new skill. Tomorrow I am going to write my essay. I took pictures of the waffle making. I am going to add the pictures in the essay. Today is my new skill day.

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Awwww Maannnnn...

I really, Really, REALLY, need to catch up on poomsaes. I mean, honestly I'm doing terrible on those. I'm feelin good about my milage though. But man, I'm red across the board. I've been forgetting to journal so I hope that doesn't put me back too bad. Well, I hope you guys are green across the board.

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Run on the Greenway

After breakfast I ran 4 miles on the Greenway with my Far and my little brother Erik. I was tired at end but it felt really good. I am proud of having run 4 miles.

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Bring on the Sunday

I am ready for Sunday, my one day to truly relax and try to prepare myself for another week of work. Can everyday be Sunday from now on? 

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2/18/2017

Pretty good day today! Classes went awesome today and had long birthday party for Christian Hartle! Tomorrow is going to be a hard work day. Finally got over my "contagion"!

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Going down

I guess it's looking like it might be my turn to be coming down with something. I've been fortunate so far, but when your traveling and living in a motor home, there's no escaping the sick people. Had a great time in sparring. Got some good rounds in and a good work out. Black belt class was fun as well. After coming home, I worked on cleaning the motor home, then had to chop some wood for a fire tonight. After that, had to make dinner because the wifie is really sick. It was a taco rice night. One of my specialties. Then, requirements, requirements, and some more requirements. So much harder when your not feeling good. Hope everyone out there is staying healthy. God bless and be well.

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An Early Start

Today my dad woke me up early because we had to go to sparring class and black belt class. I was really tired and felt like I needed more sleep. I actually woke up a little so I was ready for class. Today was a very slow and tiring day for me.

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I feel better

Yesterday I had to leave school early because I wasn't feeling well. This afternoon I feel much better but I had to miss sparring and black belt class. I am looking forward for when my mom comes home from her overnight meeting for work.

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Saturday Class Day

Today I went to sparring and black belt class. I loved going to both class. Today is a good day!

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parents night out

today I got to go to parents night out it was a lot of fun to do we got to make forts and have a snow ball fight. For dinner we had PIZZA it was soooooo good after that we got to watch the secret life of pets after that at 9:00 we got picked up and went home it was a very long night but at the same time a very fun night as well!!!!! 

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Today was pretty busy

today i had a half day at school and then i got a shot at the doctors. I then went to the tae kwon do parents night out where i watched secrecy life of pets mode forts and had ???? pizza.

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Returning Home

Today my family and I got back from Disney World. We had a lot of fun and it took us two days to get home. When we got home I was exhausted from the big trip. We stayed at Disney for four days with our friends the Keiths. We had a good dinner and we are about to go to bed.

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Back to reality

Well the vacation is officially over. There is something relieving about that. Fortunately, Trent started feeling better Wednesday morning, so he was able to go out with us and have a good time at Hollywood Studios. We went over to Magic Kingdom Wednesday night so Trent could ride my all time favorite, Space Mountain and a few others. My wife insisted we ride It's a Small World. The boys kept waiting for something cool to happen, it never did. But Space Mountain, that ride and me have some bad history, like oil and vinegar, tofu and southerns, or France and the rest of the world. When I was a kid, I waited in line to ride Space Mountain with my dad and got 3/4 through when the ride broke down. About six years ago, when we took the boys the first time to Disney, I stood in line with Connor to...

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Goodbye Friday ... Glad this week is over

Hasn't been a great week, hopefully next week is better. Goodbye Friday, Hello Saturday. Time to try to catch up on some sleep. Who knows, I may even make it to sparing tomorrow. 

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Friday or Monday

Is today Friday or Monday. I thought it was Monday because Monday's are boring. I thought it was boring today. Still today was a good day.

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Feb-16

Another busy day. Looking forward to tomorrow's testing and finishing up the dry wall. 

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Look Blue! Another clue...

I think I've figured out what my horrifyingly devastating pain in my arm is. I've been doing this rotater cuff workout for baseball and soft ball players recommended by Instructor Schnieder, so I've been doing it every day and it's still new to my rotater cuff so I think that I've overused it. So I'm going to take a break from those. Hopefully you guys are able to do without falling down on the 5th one.

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Remind me next time I am on cycle to not get a tetanus shot

So I finally went to the doctor on tuesday (havent had a primary care physician in NC since I moved up here) and when I couldn't actually tell them the last time I had a tetanus shot, they suggested I should get one. That is all fine and dandy, but I forgot how the shot can leave lingering pain. Pushups when your shoulder feels like it has a giant bruise is not fun. At least another sparing class is in the books. 

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testing day

Today I had a big test. It was really hard. I think I pasted it. Today was a good day.

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school

today I got to work with my friends and look up Volcanoes and we are making a google slide and a big poster it is very fun to do. I love team building with my friends. We get to keep working on our group till Wednesday then we have to present our project.    

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Feb-15

Busy today! Spending time with family after work today. Feels good to be surrounded by positive support. 

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So close, yet so far away,

This is what I named my very last journal on my last cycle. On statistics in My account, I checked my journals and this was my most recent/ most poular. It had 200 hits, which was a big suprise to me cuz there was only 20 people on my cycle. But yeah, I feel like time has really flied and yet I still have so much more requirements to do.

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Today was an OK day...

Not a great day, just OK. Kinda went through the motions the entire day but guess I am just worn out (mind and body) and need a little break from reality to get everything back in good working order. 

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Grand Parents House

Today I have to go to my grand parents house. My mom has to go to South Carolina and I do not know where my dad is going but I hope they are safe. Today is a good day

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2/14/17

Happy Valentines Day! â™¥ Been spending the past couple days trying not to get sick, going strong so far. Classes have been going by very smoothly.  We have lost two of our Instructors.  Hope Jessica and Dillon are doing well!

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Disney day two

here we are, the wait is over and our long waited family vacation has begun. First, Connor starts off being sick (which is incredible rare), with runny nose and feeling miserable. Then yesterday, Trent starts going downhill with bad headaches and tummy aches. This morning, he woke up with a fever. Are you kidding me. Fortunately, Connor is feeling better, so he and I with our friends went to Magic Kingdom. It was fun but I felt so bad for Trent having to stay back at the RV with Katherine. Last time we were here, he was a baby. For those who would, please pray for the boys so we can salvage the last day here. On the bright side, the weather is beautiful, the campground is awesome, and the pool/hot tub is great. Take care out there

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I Ruinedddd It!! :

I have been so upset all day long because I got 3, THREE, stains on my world series Indians Jersey.One is mustard, the other two are blood which i'm still not sure what I did to my thumb. I walked in to math class after a Football game and noticed it was bleeding, so strange. I was so happy when I found out they could get washed out. Tonight I had a chicken tortilla sandwich with onion rings. It was pretty lit. Well, Happy Valentines Day!♥

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GOOD NEWS, BUT BAD NEWS.

     This week is going to be good, but it is also going to be bad too. I am going to tell you the bad news first because I like to do best for last. so the bad news is that I have 3 tests and 1 quiz for this week. I have a test on a really boring book in my literature class on Wednesday, and I have a grammar test, science test and a Spanish quiz on Thursday. some people have taken the literature test already and said it was easy. Spanish and grammar is not really hard. science is the one I need to study a lot on. If I had just a science test I would be fine, but I have 2 other stuff I need to need to focus on too. That is the bad news. The good news is that I got back my Bible...

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My cheat day - Doesnt involve food

So i figured I need a "physical" cheat day once a week. Tuesdays are usually the safest because there are no critical classes that i can't afford to miss. On my cheat days I am going to still try to keep up with the physical requirements but I am also going to let myself rest more than any other day of the week.

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I don't like...

I don't like doing pull-ups on the monkey bars on the playground.  I've missed a few days with doing any pull-ups so i had to do some today.  Earning my black belt is tough. I think my muscles will be huge when this is done.  We had a Valentines Day celebration in my class today!

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BB class

Today I'm going to black belt class. At school I went to P.E. P.E stands for physical education. Today is a good day.

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Feb-14

Let's talk about love. Let's share love more, Let's let love guide us, Let's feel motivated by love and Let's express our actions through love. 

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stupid homework.....

Man, if I put all my homework on a scale, the scale would break. I had to take a nap during my homework after I completed half of my language arts. Honestly, I feel as though my teachers are married to it. Well, that's Bradley Middle School for ya. Well, good night!

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And the cycle repeats

Monday is over... Been a long week and weekend, glad for the new week. Not much to say here but Hi everyone! Hope you are all enjoying this cycle like I am! Sleep is for the weak, work harder!!!

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Monday :( :(

Today is Monday. I don't like Mondays. Mondays are boring to me. It is hard to do requirements on Mondays. Today was kind of boring. However I did get some  requirements done so that I could stay on track:(  

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Feb-13

To-do lists stack up early on Monday. I'm feeling my 12 mile hikes this past weekend from Nantahala national forest. Let's clear some of those tasks today! 

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DAYS LIKE THIS I WISH IT NEVER ENDED

  Today was a great day. I went over to my friend`s house. When I got there we walked to a restaurant called Moes. We had a good lunch. After that we went home, and we hung out with some other friends. We played a game of 2v2 basketball. All my fiends are really good. After that we went inside with another friend and played videogames. we played a wrestling game. It was very fun. The last thing we did was play basketball again. After that the sad part came. This is the worst thing about hanging with my friends. I had to leave. I hate that time. I am just very glad that a had a great day with my friend.

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Too tired...

Mann, I've been too tired this weekend. I kinda slacked this weekend so I'm going to have to do a lot better this week. I ran 2.5 miles today, but my legs got tired quick because of the hour and a half sparring class. I tried this new type of Gatorade called Gatorade Organic. It's actually pretty good. It doesn't have color but is fruit flavored so it's tasty. 

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Sunday fun day

today I got to hand out cookies to my grand fathers rest home and then I got to sing for over 12 people it was sooooooooo much fun to do

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Relaxing Sunday... Back to the grind tomorrow

Well Sunday came and went. Was relaxing (went for a long walk at Jetton Park) and tried to relax. Tomorrow is an important day, my parents get back into town and I can finally hand their puppy back to them and maybe get more than 3 hours of sleep. Never made me appreciate my Remi (11 year old vizsla) more than taking care of a puppy. He lets me sleep as long as I want, I dont have to keep an eye on him at all times to make sure he isn't destroying everything in sight and he lets me read without barking for hours on end. 

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The Running Day

Today I ran and walked for 5 miles. I did 3 miles on the treadmill and 2 outside with my mom. We started a the golf course and ended near tae kwon do. When I was walking outside with my mom, we were listening to music. I have requirements and homework left to do- and a doughnut.

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Woooo A Day Off!!!

Sunday is my relaxation day so thankfully it will finally be here! Multiple classes a day 5-6 times a week is starting to wear on my body (along with a full day of work every day). 

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cookies

today   I got to bake cookies and practice a song for tomorrow I am going to sing for my grandpas rest home and then hand out cookie that we made home made ( the cookie types are sugar cookies and chocolate chip cookies)    

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Lost Internet

Today I lost internet. On the bright side in the morning I went to sparring class and black belt class. Today is a worried day.

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Today is good day

so first I woke up and got changed into my uniform then I went of and did 2 hours of training in black belt and sparring. After that we went to my sisters practice where I got a chance to two two miles and practice my pomsas yeah.  

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Have stick, will smack

After a grueling day of helping the boys with their home study and fixing the motor home, I went to the PMA seminar. It was nice to get away from the house and knock some sticks together. The group was small which was great because we moved quickly. Noah, my sons best friend, was there and it was good to see him getting some weapons experience. Back at home and back to reality, trying to get everything packed out for Disney. Sometimes it can be tricky with a motor home because we literally eat, sleep, and live in it and there seems so much to bring. Yes, I can feel your sympathy, and you're right, it's hard to complain when you have a motor home. I have found that it is the best way to travel and see the states. If I get hungry, the wife can make me a sandwich...

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Friday fun day

 today my dad came back from a week long trp to  Arizona I missed him so much I as exited to see him after school.

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2nd LAKE NORMAN black belt class!

Today I went to Lake Norman. On Fridays they have black belt class. There I learned staff form 1 and stick form one.

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What is with this weather?

It is hot, it is cold, it is cold, then it is hot again... This weather is pretty bipolar. Suppose to be in the 70s this weekend which should be nice. Not sure how much longer I can do Tae Kwon Do 6 days a week... Some of those days include helping a class, taking a class and then kickboxing after class. This is going to be rough the next few weeks... My body already feels it. 

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2/9/2017

Today went well! Got a good night sleep last night.  Sister has flu! Hopefully I do not get sick... :(  I am really happy with my running progress so far, my time is getting lower every time I run now!  Tomorrow should be good!

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Blog the 16th

Me, my mom and Master Chelley were at the gym this morning at 7 a.m.. Tomorrow morning me and my mom will be there again, fourth time this week. I am trying to get green on all of my requirements and am green on pushups and situps.  Poomsaes and self-defenses are next for me to catch up on and this weekend I am getting some essay work done. #somanyspellingerrorsmymomtookoverthekeyboard #thanksmom

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Germaphobia

I must admit, I'm a bit of a germaphobe. I cringe every time the instructors tell the kids to give high fives or hugs. Martial arts being a contact sport, it's a challenge for folks like me. Being in King Tiger could be considered an immersion therapy treatment. Still, with the flu running rampid, and us getting ready to do a vacation down at Disney, I'm close to wearing a hazmat suit. That way, I'll be ready for the zombie apocalypse when it comes. It's funny, me and the boys even have ingrained hand signals for, "go wash your hands" or "stop rubbing your eyes." At home, they know to go straight to the bathroom without touching anything in the house to wash their hands. I guess my germaphobia might be rubbing off on them. Then they can make their wives and kids crazy with their germaphobia. Hopefully, they won't be as...

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A MESSY DAY

My day was going fine. I had Grammar, Science, and Spanish. That part of the day was doing good until lunch. Lunch is a very good time of day. You can relax, have fun with your friends, and it is a good time to have a break from school. I was just eating my lunch peacefully, but suddenly my friend accidently spilled buffalo sauce on my shorts. My shorts were was covered with sauce. I wasn't mad at my friend because he did not mean to. He was very sorry. So I went to my school`s close closet and got myself a new pair of shorts. I was mad because I missed about fifteen minutes of lunch. The rest of the day was fine. I hope I have a fun day tomorrow.

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I brought my basketball to school

Today my mom said it was okay for me to bring y basketball to school! The sad part is, I forgot it. My mom was not very happy about that. If I don't bring it home tomorrow, she said, it won't be a great weekend for me. I got a 92 on my Math test though!

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Pull then go up (pull up)

Today I did some pull ups. Usually I struggle doing pull ups. Today I found my way the do pull ups. Now I am good at pull ups. Today is a good day!:) :) :)

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A Windy Day

Today was a very windy day. The morning was calm but after lunch it started getting aggressive. The outside door to my science room was flinging open and closed. Running is also tough when you are running against the wind. In the evening it has put an end to this windy day and is calm again, the it used to be.

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Thank you Duke power

Is it just me or does this site suffer an issue that when you type in a Journal title it takes a few minutes before it even types it in? Oh and don't make a mistake because you aren't sure how many times you hit delete and it may take another minute or two to realize you hit it to many times.    Anyway, Thank you duke power! Between when I got back after class yesterday and about 1 AM in the morning, the power to the entire neighborhood was out. So guess who didn't get to do a journal yesterday...   To everyone who was at kickboxing last night, if your shoulders and legs aren't hurting then congrats! You are super human because my legs and shoulders are killing me today. Also sorry about the music selection, it was the only pandora station I had on my phone (I never...

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Third kickboxing class

Today I had my third kickboxing class. It's nice taking it every Monday and Wednesday and getting 20 sparring rounds from it. I recommend it to every one because it is a good way to get in requirements. Same with adult classes.(If you're old enough that is). Adult class gets in a lot of poomsaes and self defense. Well, good night!

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Conjunction conjunction, what's your function

You might get that one if you are around the forty year old and up club. Ahhhh, the famous Saturday morning cartoons with all those little cartoon inserts about "I'm just a bill," "Don't drown your food" and so many more. The funny thing is, I have a terrible memory. I couldn't tell you what I did yesterday, but I can rattle off that "and, but, and or can get you pretty far." Now a days, it's all about log into here, download that, and get the latest this. There I go again, getting all crotchety at these young whipper snappers. Fortunately, I probably have some more time on this planet before I get obsolete. I can still work my iPhone, and that's got to count for something.  Today was a little traumatic for me. During Connor and I's one mile run, he smoked me. I was puffing like a freight...

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WHAT A LONG DAY!!!!!!!!!!!

  Today was a an average day, but is was a very long one. Even though I only have three blocks, those blocks were so long. I thought the teacher was keeping us longer than usual. In my literature class we are reading this really boring book that took forever. Math was O.K, but I have math before lunch and after lunch so it takes a lot of time. At the end of the day I had an hour long chorus class that took forever. When I got home I had to study history. Then I had to write a compare and contrast paper. I cant wait till I go to bed!!!! 

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2nd sparring class

Today I got in my second sparring class in. At my school it is kindness month. I got straight A's on my report card. Today is a good day.

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A Home School Day

Today was a very slow day. I woke up very early, about 6:30 in the morning. The subjects that I did for home school went by slowly. I was finally done by around 4:30 in the afternoon. This was one of my most exhausting days of my life.

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Medic!

It's always doing something simple when I get hurt. I had my TKD bag in my hand, and walking to the car, I jumped off the porch (maybe 3 foot drop), and felt a muscle in my scapula twinged. I think it will work itself out quickly (I hope). The class was fun tonight. I worked with Eric and practiced with the knife and first don self defense. Then stayed for Combative with Master Shin and did some more knife drills. If you ever get a chance to work with Master Shin, get ready to laugh a lot and have a ton of fun. I always enjoy working with him. He's such a humble guy and a strong martial artist. That will make it a night. I'm getting so tired and I have to do spell check with every other word. How do you spell kat?

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2/7/2017

Long day at school today.  The kids were good today, in demo team we went over dynamic kicks.  I gave everyone in Demo Class a goal to learn a new kick by the end of my 10 week cycle!  

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A decent day....

I don't know about you Instructor Lieberman, but running is fun! Like, why have legs if you can't run in them. Another reason I feel bad for people who are disabled in a manner such as this. Well, today was just a day........ Another day...... Of the black belt cycle..... Hopefully ya'll had a good day. I just want to ask, When are the recommendation letters due? And what is the first essay I need to turn in, some may say? Well, good night!

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1 of the many days

Today I got a lot of things done but I still know I have to do more requirements. It is still a great day!

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Great Day!

Today was a great day!  I was in a good mood all day! When i got home today, I did a two mile run/walk in my neighborhood. Now I'm watching the cooking channel with my dad before going to TKD class.

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A Hungry Day

Today for lunch I had chili in my container. Also my teacher shared her chicken with my class which tasted good. After school I worked on requirements and we are having tacos for dinner which is why this is one of my favorite days.  

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Another Day Another dollar

Another day down and still so many more to go. I don't know what is more exhausting, work or trying to get all these requirement done. I know I may have posted this before but have I ever mentioned how much I hate running? 

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I'm tired mannn

Todays been a long day. I don't know why, but I've been so tired today. It was also one of those days at King Tiger where I take family, adult, and kickboxing class. So that just really wore me out. But, at least I got in a lot of requirements. Well, have a good tomorrow!

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M and M day

Today I got in one mentee and mentor session as will as Leadership 1 and 2. I am very proud of that. Today is a very surprising day! 

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A normal day

Today I had to study this morning and prepare for two tests. They weren't hard and I got through them easily. For dinner we are having ribs which is one of my favorite foods to eat.

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healthy lifestyle

Today, I will ease your pain of my silly antics and pass along some important advice form a doctor who I have really learned to respect and admire for his persistence in real health (verses take these pills). The physician practice comes in all shapes and sizes to fit everyone's agenda. But real health and preventive health is rarely desired. Mr Magryta from Salisbury Pediatrics is one of the few that stand out. He has a monthly newsletter which you can prescribe to and I highly recommend you do at http://www.salisburypediatrics.com/patient-education/dr-magryta-s-newsletter   Because I feel that this newsletter can help with your families health now and in the future, I will copy a small part of today's newsletter. We all know great physicians, like our own Dr. Brandon. So those of you who have children, I think you will find these challenging and interesting. Challenge what you think is true of health...

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