Reverence
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Sensei sometimes receive respect for what they are and what they are
capable of. Sensei sometimes are venerated far above mere respect, they end
up being ...
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great pic, Pat, and a great kid to boot. Ima have to find me some shades to wear to aiki practice now, lol.
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I just joined the convocation myself. Great Blog you have going here. Keep up the good work.
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Thanks guys, I really appreciate y'all's support and your leaving comments. A lot of time blogging (not just mine) is a lonely, thankless task, in which you throw part of yourself out there and nobody seem to respond. I don't do a good enough job commenting on the great martial blogs, like those on the convocation - but I want to get better at it...
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