It is an important time for some Karate people I met recently, and for another I've known for years.
Three young people from BC are in Thailand at the JKA's big international tournament. The event is called the Gichin Funakoshi Cup.
Zach made it to top 16 in fighting, and both Amanda and Jacob reached top 8. This was the first international event for any of them, so they did incredibly well.
Soon, an old friend, Don Sharp will be competing in the adult division. He won the whole thing once over a decade ago. Maybe he'll do it again. He's also been acting as the kids's coach.
All this while I've been lazing the summer away on cruise ships and in the Okanagan. Wine tours and restaurants for me.
I am a 68 year old retired teacher living on the west coast of Canada. I spent over 30 years as a student of Karate until my knees stopped liking it. My current passionate activity is Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, which I've been at for about 13 years.
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