Shiho Kosokun Shito Ryu

Kata in Japanese means 'form' so it is essential for every karateka or exponent to practice ever so often the form meant to be executed during his training and this can form the basis for his kumite or free sparring and self defence as and when necessary. Self defence is as is stated is defence of one self if there is an incidence whereby one has to choose between 'fight or flight' scenario.   

This is one of the 3rd Dan Katas which I have learnt and am refreshing from time to time. It combines all the katas from the earlier Kyus into one beautiful form.

I encourage all to practice some form of martial art  or even breathing exercises and poses like Yoga  which combines both respect for culture, every individual and to have harmony with society so that they can fully understand their Ikigai or Raison Dete.  

Shito Ryu Matsu Kaze Kata - a Repost

Clementi Sonatina in C Major Opus 36 No. 3

Another one for the memories ! 

Muzio Clementi Sonata in C Major Opus 36 No. 1

One of the first decent classical piano pieces I learned almost 50 years ago !  The memories come flooding back as I listen to this piece which I learned at Grade 5 (I think), and the memories of me and my brother John going to Butterfly Avenue have our (dreaded) piano tuition come flooding back.

I was, at best, a mediocre piano player, as the interest at those  early to tween years was minimal and my practice (supposed to be at least 1 - 2 hours a day) was always distracted by other pursuits and responsibilities (football, friends,tuition, swimming) so the sight of my piano teacher Mrs. Leong rapping my knuckles after one disastrous tune after another still come to mind.

I am trying to make up for the lost time by learning (my goal) some 20 pieces of both classical and popular tunes so that I will not be remembered as a tone deaf talentless person.

Music has charms to sooth and awaken the senses within. 
   

Zuckerberg and Harari - the Future of Humanity.

All Hail Rui Patricio ; Man of the Match

Rui Patricio, Wolves No. 1 and Portugal No. 1 has won 2 titles this close season, the Europe Championship and now the Asia Premier League Trophy 2019. 

The Wolves team are ready for 2019-2020 season with a ferocity and hope never seen before in my 40 odd years supporting this club.

From out of darkness comes light. 

Premier League Asia Trophy 2019 - Wolves win it on Penalties