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The next time this blog is updated, it should be from Scotland. I just installed some gallery software last night, although I may go ahead and sign up with Flickr instead. Actually, at some point I should go ahead and update the portal on the main page to link to all of these things. Reading the manual would be a good first step. I think there should be a way to amalgamate places like my main website, this blog, my Facebook profile, my Flickr account, and more. Hm. Perhaps that's what a mashup does.
I had a good Krav workout last night. By far the hardest thing we've done so far is the shoulder tag. It's you and one or two partners trying to tag the others' shoulders and/or knees from a fighting stance. It works on mobility, blocking, the ability to read body language, aggression, and STAMINA. Holy shit, halfway into the second round I was already getting sloppy. Tagging can also imply open handed striking, and while no one is trying to break anything, I've had a few bruises. Not bad, though - it's a reminder to keep my guard up. I'm still amazed at how awesome everyone in the class is. There is nothing more motivating than knowing the guy you're about to spar with was giving you tips the previous week, and not wanting to look like an idiot.
Unfortunately, I had two partners last night. Both of them are awesome folks, but I didn't get the full workout I could have. One of them is the guy with whom I've been partnering with for the last few classes. He is a big guy, and I wish he'd hit harder. I'm sure that will come in time - there is still that "I don't want to hurt you" mentality that floats around the room. I have it, too, at times. I could NOT bring myself to strike my other partner, who is a very nice and petite Asian woman who maybe weighs 100 pounds. In the end, though, that's not doing her any favors, so we'll see.
Alright, enough of my havering (that's Scottish for blathering on). I need to pick up dry cleaning and lift weights before flying out.
