written by Nalani Reish
Three kali sticks
Solid, straight, new bamboo
Black tee shirts
Gold lettering, triangle, symbols
Inosanto Academy
Strong, competent martial artists
Adjusting self talent to basics
Inspiring instructors
Mentors
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Clacking sticks, joyful voices
Warm eyes, gentle corrections
Laughing acceptance, patience.
Trust, confidence blends
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Awareness
Respect for self, others
Steady, strong responses
Muscle, reflex, mind, temperament, character
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Three children, grown
Mature, responsible, productive
Lifetime teachers, friends
Memories
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Three kali sticks
Frayed, bowed, pulpy
Fibrous, sharp, splayed
Precious
Inosanto Academy