Monthly Archives: August 2009

Reaching Out… Or Not…

The other day I was on the Park&Ride line going up on campus. A Heathen friend of mine sat next to me and we chatted about school for a bit. He got off on the first Boulevard stop, and I … Continue reading

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The Four Pillars of the Way of Max

I like to feel like I’m a part of something bigger than myself, and I like to do things with other people. I’m a very social person, and I enjoy that stuff a lot. I’m also a very independent person, … Continue reading

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Fitness Report 28Aug09

Waist – +/-40″* Weight – 218.4 lbs Exercising – Yes, a good average Dieting – Trying, but not doing very good at it this week I feel – Exhausted I’ve been very physically active this week, but I’ve also been … Continue reading

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Am I a sabreur? I AM a kendoka!

Yesterday I started my club activities at the University of Kansas. I met with the KU Fencing Club in the Robinson Gymnasium, then with the KU Kumdo/Kendo Club. This was an excellent start to student non-academic life. I believe that success lies with involving yourself at many levels, and committing yourself to the school. Continue reading

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K.C. Ethnic Enrichment Festival

Sunday, 23 Aug09, the KC Kendo Club participated in the Kansas City Ethnic Enrichment Festival at Swope Park in Kansas City, Missouri. About nine of us went onstage in front of a few hundred people and did a little demo. We got lots of applause and a few laughs, so I felt the whole thing was good. Continue reading

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