I know the past few months I've eluded to many things going on with us regarding to taekwondo. I've left people wondering if I was completely crazy or what. Well, crazy yes, but in this case just struggling.
Everything started in January. A new year and a new beginning. Then BAM! I was hit right in the face. Master Mike told me he wants to retire in June. His he crazy?! Well, I suppose after 27 years he may be a little tired of it. But what would happen to us? To the students?
His next sentence was he wanted me to take over the school. Yeah, me! I laughed. Then we started discussing it. He told me he could not leave it in Alex's hands; he would rather close the school. But I knew there was no way I'd be prepared by June to take over.
So, after many conversations. And many tears, at the thought of having to close, Master Mike and I finally found came to an agreement. He is retiring in December. I am taking over the drills and things for the black belt class in August (after our July break). He will be easing me into everything.
To say this has been stressful (especially with everything else going on in my life) would be an understatement. In January, I had not even begun to learn any of my third degree forms. I could not remember any of the weapons forms, so how could I teach them? We have been working on the weapons forms for the last few weeks. Total, there are fifteen forms I need to know inside and out. I still have much to do and learn.
The students have not been formally informed. Master Mike has discussed things with me in front of other black belts, but he has not made an announcement. I believe he plans on telling them in August. We'll see how it is goes over then.
The girls are excited. I'm scared.
January 2013 is going to be interesting...
3 comments:
I think Master Mom will do a great job with the school! I sincerely hope we can get back there some day!
(Not only do I have to prove that I'm 'not a robot' but I have to prove that I can see the two words when I post - I barely can!)
Wow, Marsha! How exciting! If anyone can do it I know you can. You've come so far. I remember back when we all first started and thought, "Are we crazy?" Ha!
"Master Mom". I think there is a lot to be said when I say there is NO ONE at taekwondo who knows me by that name anymore. Everyone is gone. :( {pout}
Courtney, we were crazy!! I'm just the only one who is STILL crazy. ;)
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