Farmer's Day

It was great to see so many of our team taking part in the parade yesterday. It is a great opportunity to get some real lion dance practice in, while having a little bit of fun with it and I'm happy we had a good group who were eager to get back into the lions. The demo afterwards turned out well. The last minute demos are always great because they are different every time. Good job on the lion dance Mr. Bergstreiser and Sifu Meier, that first solo dance is the most memorable.

I learned much from my board break attempt. For instance, my knife hand does in fact work. I admit it was the one I was worried about the most and when I broke that board, I was surprised at just how easy it was. I was in so much awe about this success that I did not position the following kick properly. This is most unfortunate, but it is a great learning tool. They are not this evil impenetrable mass, just a small piece of wood that, with the knowledge and skill I have developed, should be no problem to break. It's all in the mind. I psyched myself out, it will not happen again. 

So I look forward to Canada Day when I can make my next attempt. I will use the time to learn from this and become successful.

A big thanks to Mr. Bjorkquist and Mrs. Kohut for providing the trailer and transportation, you two continue to be inspirational members of this team. Thank you everyone who came out, you made this successful day possible.