Introducing......Po The Black Belt

Ok, so that is how I feel in my uniform. Po the Panda from Kung Fu Panda. I can so relate to that guy. LOL. Rolly. Polly. Like a panda in a tutu on the mat! Seriously though, as much as I love the sport, the uniform is NOT flattering believe me. It makes me look HUGH and well, I'm not a really big person. Especially standing next to Master Shinn, I REALLY look like an over inflated marshmallow! LOL...They call me Po. Po the Panda. By the way Kung Fu Panda comes out on DVD this weekend. I can't wait. Sad, huh? Ok, got a little side tracked....

So without further introduction, here are the pics of me getting my belt. Master Shinn places the black belt uniform (dobok) over the pure white uniform as a symbol of honor of getting the belt. He then puts the belt on you, introduces you to the class, and every member in attendance that class comes up and shakes your hand, bows to you and congrats you. It's an awesome feeling. To my surprise, Master Shinn invited my FAMILY to join the receiving line to hug me and congratulate me! It was overwhelming.

My DH took the pictures. I love them (except I look like I need to go to the bathroom because my face is all scrunched up...lol) but to my surprise, Master Shinn put his arm around me and said to me "that black...it fits you perfectly and suits you". I could not have received a more 'majorly awesomeness' compliment (as Po would say).

Now my journey has just begun. I must unlearned what I have learned and experience new things. I'm more excited than ever! Excited to the point where I'm walking up the stairs to the shower (if you get my drift) and I'm going to relax my mind and.......STITCH! Thanks for letting me share my joy with you. TTFN!

Lori :-) (I need to find a 'fun' signature...typing is boring..LOL)