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I, a virgin, can make my frank boast that I communicate to no mortal man my secret counsels except to such as I have chosen on account of their taciturnity; then, if these secrets are later discovered, I know … Continue reading
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http://him.uk.msn.com/health-and-fitness/articles.aspx?cp-documentid=161201846 Short and simple interview about coaching sports. Chris Hoy won three gold medals at the Beijing Olympics. He talks about motivation, setting goals and emulating the best. It’s really an elite athlete’s view of coaching rather than an experienced … Continue reading
Rock, Paper, Scissors from Duke Yearlook
Last week in how to cross a bridge I wrote about janken: rock paper scissors. There was a comment about always making the same throw. In janken not martial arts. I’m not sure how that strategy would fit into game … Continue reading
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A famous aikido teacher whose technique was impressive and graceful was in fact a petty, arrogant and unpleasant man. It was very difficult for me to reconcile that with his beautiful aikido. At a spiritual level he didn’t understand ai … Continue reading
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I play the banjo better now than him that taught me do… Paul Robeson, The Banjo Song I remember my father listening to Paul Robeson singing the Banjo Song when I was a boy. Paul Robeson was a singer, actor … Continue reading