busy testing day

'Tis was a busy, exciting, but exhausting day! I spent a good part of the day getting those white uniforms a beautiful white followed by a crisp starching. Tedious work but it's worth it for them to look their best.

Jared seemed to be having an off day. The testing director made his whole group stop in the middle of sparring to talk to them about kicking it up a notch. They were all, as a group, just kinda lackadaisical. They finally did kick it up to show what they really can do but... Otherwise, they both did great, as usual.

So, a few pics...

They have only 2 minutes to all their 10 pieces of gear on. It's a concentrated rush to beat the clock.

Jeff (right) showing his sparring skills

Jared (center) showing off his sparring skills

group picture after testing before final dismissal