Every decision made affects your life differently. Choosing to practice Kung Fu has been one of the best decisions of my life. For years I kept putting it aside, using excuses like, "I'm too busy.", "I don't know where to start." or "I work out of town all the time." and just leaving it at that.
Then one day, my sister asked if I would join her in a Tai Chi class at Silent River. I was hesitant, but seeing as I did not work out of town anymore and it was only once a week, not taking too much time out of my "busy" schedule, I agreed to go with her. At first it seemed awkward to me. My stiff and rigid body was uncomfortable with the smooth, flowing motions in the form. However, eventually it became much more natural.
After several months, I was encouraged by several of my fellow classmates to enroll in the Kung Fu classes. Again I hesitated, " I need to go two nights during the week? That's crazy!". More excuses. With enough encouragement and coaxing I jumped in with both feet and didn't look back. It seemed I did have enough time to commit.
I am progressing well so far. Participating in the Boot Camp, the Form Seminar and the Tiger Challenge greatly benefited my training and I am glad I went. Now I have been accepted into the I Ho Chuan team for the year of the sheep. I am excited yet nervous. I find the biggest challenge for me is going to be the blogging. I am not used to keeping a journal, let alone having it public. This is just another obstacle I will have to overcome.
I appreciate the opportunity to be part of this team and I'll do my best.
