MMTCA January Newsletter 2019

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.”
-Margaret Mead

Happy New Year! I hope 2019 is a great year for you, full of health, light, and hope. Chinese New Year is February 5^th, and I'm looking at celebrating on February 16^th.

On December19^th 2018, my Southern Praying Mantis teacher, Grandmaster Gin Foon Mark passed away peacefully. I learned kung-fu with lots of hands-on feeling and timing, calligraphy, and sin-gung or spirit work, privately with Master Mark for close to three years. I was also asked by Master Mark to write a book about his style, which I did. I have a few copies available and will re publish it later in the year.

http://www.startribune.com/obituaries/detail/0000291594/

Our new schedule begins January 15^th. Most of the classes are the same, and the Solo Form class on Saturday is expanded to an hour and a half. I am still fine tuning the schedule and welcome any suggestions for more classes and/or times.

Book suggestion-Thinkers of the East By Idries Shah

Speaking of books, I am having a limited run printed of my book, Southern Jook Lum Praying Mantis Kung-fu, which I wrote for Master Gin Foon Mark. If you want a copy let me know.

January 25^th is the birthday of the Bard, Robert Burns. Here's one from his pen:

“Hope Springs Exulting on Triumphant Wing.”
- Robert Burns

Thank you all for the holiday gifts and remembrances. Your kindness and thoughtfulness are humbling and much appreciated.

Peace and calm,

-Ray

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