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The Art of Martial Arts

Martial arts come in many forms They’d studied the animals until dawn With style and grace they master their art From dusk till dawn they train from the heart Fluid and free they move like water Practicing moves that could slaughter A highly skilled philosophy Moving with elegance, such as tai chi The wind you don’t see, it’s just the effect Using their chi, with the greatest respect Ready for action at lightning speeds They deliver a blow with complete accuracy Their knowledge of every meridian point They flexibly, challenge every joint Toning their body’s to live their dream Kung Fu masters these ones supreme With speed and timing precise as can be Their talents are raw, quick and deadly Balanced, controlled and complete in mind These the grand masters of ancient time One full of wisdom, courage and hope The fist of the dragon, one might boast As these martial arts make one to reform It’s an art in its self, a philosophy born © Copyright 24 January 2014 K.C. Leake All Rights Reserved

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Date: 1/10/2015 1:35:00 PM
Each martial artist comes to the dojo with a different goal in mind...some for mental strengthening, some for self defense...What I derived from it was a true peace of mind. I had so much energy to burn off and martial arts was how I accomplished it...Many martial artists learn how to be patient with themselves too...I studied for almost a decade and I learned about God. I learned that everything is in motion and everything has order. Even the human heart. Greatest lessons in life--at the dojo.
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Kevin Leake
Date: 1/10/2015 3:34:00 PM
I totally agree with you there Gwedolen you can learn so much from martial arts. It definitely has a lot to offer. Thanks for the input and the wisdom. Best Wishes Kevin

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