WHITE BELT (Almost 5 YRS OLD)

S received her white belt in Karate yesterday. It was a proud moment for both father and daughter.

In this karate class, the white has to be earned -- by being able to recite the creed. In fact, just doing what you are expected to, does not earn you anything. When a student goes above expectation, she is rewarded.

Both daddy and momma think the class, taught by Ms. Iris, will help teach S to be more confident and capable. Both parents also like Ms. Iris teaching style.

BTW, S was so excited about her white belt that she recited all the rules about wearing it to momma -- do not drag it on the ground, do not get it dirty, et. al. Plus, S made momma promise to never wash it.