hanging up the belt

Yep, its true--I am hanging up my belts for good. I have officially retired from kungfu. Why I know is the inevitable question...and that's pretty long and involved. I've actually been thinking about it since I became Sihing, and after spending some time soul searching on vacation, I finally am bowing out. And believe it or not, I'm very relieved that I finally had the courage to admit both to myself and everyone else that I don't want to go any further. I will still be doing my personal goals--I haven't given up on my goals. I'm even still doing my pushups and situps! Mostly I will miss the people, the teammates past and present. Getting to know so many people from so many different walks of life was the best thing I take away from all of this. I will try to keep blogging but it will be only on my personal blog. I'd be honored to still hear from everyone. And if anyone still wants to stay in touch, Sihing Donahue and Sifu Regier both have my email and cell phone number. I'd be glad to hear from any of you. Hugs all around...and I cant wait to see everyone at Mudheros again next year:)