So very, very proud of Jack today – he’s done it!
We have another karate black belt in the family.
It’s such an achievement and he’s proud of himself it’s obvious. He went to the school at 2.00pm and obviously worked all afternoon with interviews, katas, paired combinations etc and finally the fighting at the end. We got there about 5.30pm and they finished soon after – we saw nothing of course – but we know what happens…Jack was being beaten up!
We went in when they finished and it was clear there were a few tears by both lads – the other lad (Fred) was a shaking nervous wreck, but you could tell that from him size etc, same age as Jack but looked like he’d blow over in a strong breeze.
We watched as Rob made speeches to them – which they no doubt will forget because of the adrenaline coursing through them and they were then presented with their certificates and belts. It really was so pleasing, he’s worked so hard for this.
We took some photos and made the usual thanks and pleasantries and then went home to get ready to go out. Jack was talking about all the experience and Lewis was adding context as well, Jack’s face was a bit puffy and swollen but he was in good spirits. We went out for a meal in the evening to Jamie’s Italian which all the family including Sue and Mum & Derek. Lovely meal and then went to the Wig & Pen for a couple of pints afterwards – Jeez that was rough…taxi home and then bed.
He’s now quite excited as he’s been offered working in one of the classes with Mary and he’s expecting £12.00per hour which is pretty decent by anyone’s standards!!
I’m still smiling now thinking about it, I’m really proud of him – Facebook photo got so many likes and well dones for him. Pleasing
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