Sunday, December 15, 2013

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0733, Sun, 121513.  Rocklin, CA.

 

Being Saturday, of course, the day started with a trip to Auburn and a good work out.  We worked on lots of Kata and some Torite.  Kata, as I have mentioned in the past, are the forms, a series of moves against multiple opponents.  Torite is what to do with that opponent when he makes the mistake of grabbing hold of you (escape techniques).  I find these very fascinating since it involves using one's own body against itself, a kind of engineering thought involved, to control the crazy guy.

We are making some Christmas gifts.  I wasn't happy with the way the paint was coming out so there was a quick trip to Home Depot for some sandpaper.  With a little sanding and a fresh coat of paint I think all is well. 

The day was finished up with a walk through the neighborhood light festival.  There were a lot more spectators this go around and I really think this block is better than the other.  I also think it is the original block, so maybe they have been at it longer.  The weather was nice (I won't say warm) and it is so much more fun to walk around….more later..