I've had some firsts/changes recently. I'm not one for change in my routine or in the "things" around me. I'm kinda set in my ways, for better or worse.
First change was I sold my truck of 17 years and bought a newer (not new) Avalanche. I loved my old truck, it had a ton of memories associated with it. It ran great, it was incredibly reliable, and it fit like my favorite pair of old jeans (which are also in need of replacing). But it was time and a deal came up that was too good to turn down. Small bright side to this is I sold it to a family member (father in law) so I can visit Trucky whenever I want. Plus I can "guide" my new vehicle to be as great as Trucky right? A little TLC, some elbow grease and Shazam it is now mine to build new memories with.
Second is Deb and I are going on a eastern Caribbean cruise for ten days in January. I have always avoided cruises as I could never see the value. Large expense, limited time in ports, large amounts of people, none of this appeals to me. But now that we are committed to going, I have to admit I am kinda excited. We are going with friends so that adds a different dimension to the planning and agenda as well. Should be fun and we will get to see many amazing places (St Kitts, Peurto Rico, St Marteens, and so on). Plus Deb has always wanted to go on a cruise so she gets to check one off her bucket list and I am privileged to be a part of that. So this will either be my first of many or my last ever, I'm hoping for the first obviously.
Next is that Kody just about done his 4th year at Nait and my "little" boy will be making his way out into the real world to apply his trade. It will all be on him to either succeed or fail, and I am both incredibly proud of him and at the same time anxious for him that he is about to see an industry that can be downright vicious to newcomers. I have been in the parts end of the industry for the better part of forty years (yikes I'm old) and will offer him guidance if he needs or asks but I must let him find his own way. I am not ready for this 😕 but it is not about me and I need to remember that.
So while I resist change in my life, it is going to happen whether I like it or not, so I must adapt.
One place this directly applies to my Kung Fu is in teaching. Being asked to take the lead of a class is something I never saw coming in my life. If I was to flash back even five years ago this would never even have been thought, I mean who am I to teach Kung Fu to anyone??. SOOO many emotions and ideas via for dominance in me when I am asked to take the lead. I will not go into detail but it can be overwhelming to say the least. But I will give it my utmost effort and plan for success but learn from any failure. I am surrounded by great people who will guide me when needed, who will inspire me to be "better". So while this change in my inner being is terrifying, I relish it in ways I never dreamed of.
Push Ups 1144
Sit Ups 9933
Sparring 510 min
1609KM 1047.98 km
Acts of Kindness 1030 recorded
Hand Form 305
Weapon Form 306
Mastery recited 27
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