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That may be an individual case. I don't think that just because "ground and pound" seems like a simplistic tactic means that the fighters are not as skilled. It is a generalization, and an unfair one, I think.

Cool. Can't wait to check it out!

A Game of Thrones; Eddard This chapter opens with Selmy speaking with Eddard as he stood vigil for the young knight that was slain by Gregor Clegane in the tourney. Eddard wondered if this was mere happenstance. He wondered if the boy was dead because of his own inquiries. Ned mentions that he thinks that war should not be a game, displaying his disgust once again for the tournament. On the other side of this, is the fact that Robert has chosen to fight in the melee, and Ned doesn’t like this at all. However, when Robert speaks in drunken bravado, he follows through. Ned and Selmy visit Robert at his tent, and they are able to talk him out of fighting in the melee by telling him that he would be allowed to win, for no one would consider harming him. Selmy is asked to leave, before being deprived of life by good Robert, but Ned stays, and Robert vents to him. He hates being king, and never wanted to marry Cersei. It was an arrangement that would keep Tywin Lannister on his side. He didn’t want to marry after Lyanna’s death. He wants to give up his position as king, and head for the Free Cities. He doesn’t because of Joffrey, who would succeed, and Cersei, whispering in his ear, ruling the land through him. He doesn’t know how he even had a son like Joffrey (ding, ding, ding!!!). At the joust, Jaime is beaten by Sandor (the Hound) Clegane. Next is Ser Sandor’s ride against Loras. Ned describes some of the foul things that Sandor has been said to be responsible for as Tywin’s muscle. He is nearly 8 feet tall, with broad shoulders, huge arms; a giant. I can’t wait to see who plays him in the series. This joust is somewhat rigged, as Loras rides a mount that is in heat. When Sandor’s horse falls to the ground, he calls for his sword, kills the horse, and then attempts the same to Loras. Loras is knocked from his mount, dazed, but the Hound arrives to fight off Sandor, and does so rather well, although never sending a killing blow to his open head. Loras thanks Gregor by giving him the day as champion. Thoros of Myr, the Red Priest, wins the melee, with his flaming sword. Ned spends the evening trying to piece together the puzzle of Jon’s death, Bran’s fall, and the dagger. He knew that Gendry had to be Robert’s. He also notes a child on Storm’s End, housed by Renly’s castellan that is Robert’s, and Robert’s first, a daughter in the Vale (we meet both later). Upon reaching his room at the Keep, he gets a visitor; Varys, but he is disguised in a cloak and cowl, and stinks of sweat, not sweetness. He came through the passages of the Keep that are not as well known, past Ned’s guards. He tells Ned that today was a near miss, and that Robert is in danger. Cersei challenged him to force him to fight in the melee, in order to have him killed. Ned is the only true friend that will stand by Robert. They are certain that Cersei is behind it, but Ned has trouble believing it at first. Ser Boros, Ser Meryn, and Jaime of the Kingsguard are not loyal, but to the Lannister cause. Varys is not liked, and he is trusting in Ned, who he can help, to be of a notion to see him as useful to keep around as well. Ned then asked who killed Jon Arryn, and how. Varys said he was poisoned, with the Tears of Lys. Given by his own squire, Ser Hugh, the boy killed by Sandor. He was poisoned for “asking questions.” Whether the boy new it or not, he was the culprit. Notes: Robert brings up Loras Tyrell’s sister, who Renly spoke of again. You were right, A-Train…more to this than I supposed earlier. Someone name Anguy wins the archery competition. I believe we meet him later. Ned also makes mention of the squires of Robert; both Lannisters. The Lannisters surround him, and Ned likes it little. We are also introduced to the Silent Sisters, who tend the dead. They are always shrouded, and you can never see their faces.

This, I agree with. If you were justified, then things should work out well for you. Otherwise, you may have to prove your justification; fear for life or bodily harm, etc. This, I am not as sure about. If you feel that the scene is not safe, then you should get somewhere safe. Once there, you should report the incident to the authorities. Failure to report such an incident could leave you in a very sticky spot. If the scene is safe, and authorities are arriving or have arrived, then you should stick around and make a report for the police. You may be able to point out witnesses for your side as well. Getting away can be a legitimate concern. Just make sure you report it once you are safe.

That's great. Have fun, and enjoy the journey!

A basic rundown of dojang ettiquete would be a good place to start: things like no horse-play, raise hands to ask questions, answer up yes sir/no sir when speaking, etc. Things like that would be a good place to start.

I agree with you here. It would be a great cross-over challenge, and I think everyone would enjoy both fights.

I have seen some of the big toe breaks, but with front kicks. Really nasty, and I don't see myself doing anything like that....ever. Those guys with the conditioning to do it, though, are something else.

That makes sense, then.

I don't know why the "ground and pound" fighters always get knocked on. The way they fight is just as legitimate as any other style. Yet they get knocked because it doesn't look as "good" as other styles.

Sounds interesting. I have not heard of it, either. Sounds like a make shift type of kubotan.

4-8-08 Training is kind of off this week. I don't think I will be making class this week, so it is up to some solo time at home. I took about 10 or 15 minutes to work on just the first 15-20 moves of my form, Yoo Sin. I worked on the hip movement and getting power into the techniques, by trying to increase speed. Just doing this much, and working on the sitting stances, got my legs a little bit sore. Doing lots of reps in a little time got the wind going, too.

Sylva may not be able to beat Jones. There is no questioning Jones' skill in the ring; even at his age now. But the match would be fun to watch. You are taking two athletes that are both in the upper echelon of their respective disciplines. It would be fun to watch, and kind of a historical type of challenge match.

I have placed a couple of books on order on the history of Karate: Karate Chronicles, and The History of Shotokan, both by Harry Cook. I look forward to receiving them. Perhaps they are some you could look into.

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I remember reading about it as well. It shows that what these guys do, and anyone who competes on a regular basis in a full contact event, is pretty serious.My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Very well written. In any kind of physical training, we reach plateaus. Your discussion of the depth and breadth of learning are a great way to attempt to refocus and get past these plateaus.

Perhaps he needs a hiatus before he picks it back up again. Whenever you work with kids, it is a good idea to bring them along on a trial basis, to see how they will handle it. If they are not mature enough, then it may be necessary to hold them off for another 6 months or a year. It can make a big difference.

I would be surprised if one of those guys came to a club, and then asked to start training for rank. If they did, however, I imagine they would start out on the bottom, and work their way up. They may work through the ranks faster, because of their experience, though. In the end, it will depend on what the instructor decides to do.

I do think that humans experience fear. I think in the animal kingdom, it has more to do with survival instinct.

When did this happen? I don't know of any such feat...could you elaborate?

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Yeah, no sense it getting into it over something like that. Life goes on, and the sun will come up tomorrow.

Yep, that's right.

I don't think I would want to be part of the switch. I would rather split off and do my own thing, I think, than be a part of the franchise like that. Especially if your ideals and those of the others are not the same. There would be no point in teaching something you don't believe in.