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The 2023 U.S. Ko Dan Ja Shim Sa begins next Friday, November 10th in Tulsa, Oklahoma! Please join us in sending words of encouragement to our Ko Dan Ja candidates (listed below)! Your messages will be posted each morning for the candidates to see. Help lift them up and show your support by sending them well-wishes and inspirational messages. Please send your messages to [email protected].
KO DAN JA SHIM SA CANDIDATES:
Testing for Chil Dan:
Richard Wilcox SBN - R9
Charles Smith SBN - R10

Testing for Yuk Dan:
James Bennett SBN - R6
Peter Murray SBN - R8
Jeff Mackey SBN - R1
William Trevino SBN - R2
Jennifer Resler SBN - R5
Elaine Phillips SBN - R2

Testing for O Dan:
Simon Cowie KSN (AUS)
Terri Vodden SBN - R9
Master Long Trinh - R8

Testing for Sa Dan:
Mr. Gregory Schneider - R9
Mr. Luke Sheid - R9
Cynthia Speedy KSN - R8
Raymond Houpt KSN - R3
Taylor Westley KSN - R8
Mr. Walter Tobin - R3
Melinda Maas KSN - R5
Brian Graham KSN - R6
Mr. Matthew Yarwood (AUS)
Thomas Christie JKN - R4
Rogelio Ramirez KSN - R6
Jeffery Vickers KSN - R5

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SBN Jeremy Spence and SBN Andrew Cotsones
Good Luck!!!
You all got this! Soo Bahk!
-Jeff Nigg
You got this
keep going
don't give up
don't stop
never give up
Good luck
from Beau

I wish you the best of luck at your test. you work so hard to teach all of us. So I bet that you work even harder when you train so now just show us.
-from:Patrick McGinnis

Good luck. You got this! I believe in you.
-From Hayley

Good luck in testing. Also have a nice time
-from: Hailey De Vera

good luck
-Wyatt Maass

I wish you the best of luck. I hope you all pass your shim sa. Hope you all have a good test.
-Noah Macias

Best Wishes you got this!
-Doug Goodchild

Do your best and try your hardest,
-From Keaton Gladu

You got this! I believe in you.
From Holly

To all a Good Luck and a Good luck to all.

Good luck you got this. Keep going.
-Declan

Good luck
-Zachary

good luck
-by Ethan

Keep going! #1!
Put in all that work!
-Francisco

Good luck! best wishes
From: Sebastian Sanchez-Soloria

Good luck, Have fun
-Caleb Zelhart

Good luck! You're Awesome. You're the best of the best!!
-Chase Winkels

Good Luck and Best of Luck
From: Emily Herndon

Good luck
-Wyatt Zelhart

YOU CAN DO THIS! WOW!
-Sloane Erazo

Enjoy every moment of your Ko Dan Ja Shim Sa experience! You both Rock!
Soo Bahk!
-Stacey Johnson
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11/9/22
To all My Seniors,
Congrats on making it this far.I can only imagine how all of you must be feeling....
Here are thoughts i hope will help with this week
I wrote a really good phrase which I think might be helpful to all of you.
Perfection is imperfection waiting to happen and Imperfection is perfection waiting to happen.
I also wanted to share my thoughts about this week for whatever value it might have..
I think this week is not only to demonstrate what you know but also for inner reflection. To think about how far you have come in the Art and where your journey will take you.. Pat yourselves on the back My Seniors…..Your Journey is awesome so far and know you represent our art with excellence!!

Another thought came to mind..
"Kintugi living
Practice ‘Kintugi’ Living.
Kitugi is an ancient Japanese tradition where if something breaks, they fill the cracks with valuable substances such as gold, silver, or platinum. These damaged goods then become unique and even more valuable. This art can inspire the way we see ourselves and our lives. Instead of looking at your cracks as something to be ashamed of, see them as something that makes you valuable and different from the rest.
One final thing to share.
I copied this from a site looking for more inspiration to share.
Life is a never-ending journey of learning, experiencing and understanding. If we didn’t have any obstacles or challenges that we had to work through, then there wouldn’t be anything stopping us from achieving our goals. In fact, these struggles are what make life worth living because it’s how we grow and learn to adapt and change.
Well there you have it..
Soo Bahk…
Best wishes to all.
Sincerely,
Dave Douglas
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Hi Sean,

I hope you are holding up okay. The week is almost over for you. I know you will be finishing strong, with energy and grace.

Keep up the good work.

We are proud of you here at Camas Karate.

All the best,
Helen Bagnall
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Oulashin BSBN,

Never underestimate the difference you make just by being yourself. You lead by example. Your courage inspires. And your willingness to step into each hard thing shows the students who follow a path their dreams could take too.

Sending strength and endurance as you finish out this week!

The Persingers
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Sean!

It is so amazing to see all the things you have accomplished thus far. You are truly an inspiring person and you deserve all the greatness that comes your way. I am really thankful that I have been able to train with you all these years. Wishing you a wonderful finish!

Soo Bahk!
Mira Dean
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To Wyatt BSB,
“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.”
― Theodore Roosevelt

Sent from Debby Brnich
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Dear Master White,

You've been a great instructor. I’m always inspired by your forms and demonstrations in class. I know you've got what it takes to succeed in your test this week. You have the I-ne, fortitude and skill to carry through the challenges of things week. Please be assured that I am rooting for you!

All the best,
Maureen
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Hello Oulashin Bu Sa Ba Nim,
You are almost done, dig deep, finish strong!
"With Courage we will dare to take risks, have the strength to be compassionate, and the wisdom to be humble" (Kashavan Nair).
Soo Bahk!

In Moo Duk Kwan,
Ms. Glickfeld
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To Menendez Sa Bom Nim:
Go get em , Dad! Love Joey, Jillian and Jake
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To Sean Oulashin BSB:

Dear Sir,

I wanted you to know that I have been thinking about you this week, and supporting you. You have amazing skill, and have no doubt that you are doing well!

Sincerely,
Susan Mitchell
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Gibbons Sa Bom Nim, Fittanto Sa Bom Nim, and Hall Bu Sa Bom Nim,

You got this, home stretch! Congratulations on coming so far, and wishing you a strong finish to an amazing week!

Soo Bahk!
Esther Lum

KS Gilady Sten,

You're almost there, stay strong and enjoy your final hours of training and friendships.

See you in New Jersey!
Congratulations to everyone

Ria Zazzarino
Chu's Academy of Martial Arts
Gillette, New Jersey
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This Soo Bahk Bird has some heartfelt messages for those working their butts off this week down in Oklahoma!
P.S. Be sure to drink lots of water!

All Best,
Lilia
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To all candidates:
고생 끝에 낙이 온다
Go-saeng kkeut-e nag-i on-da
At the end of hardship comes happiness.
Finish strong! Let your light shine for each and everyone of you are the Moo Duk Kwan! This is your time, your moment, your karma!
Soo Bahk!
Steven Lemner
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Good Luck Menendez Sa Bom throughout the rest of your test !! Have a great demonstration for the Kwan Jang Nim.

We are thinking of you!!

Soo Bahk

Respectfully -
The students of
Hwang Karate of Harrison
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Dear Master Menéndez
I wish you good luck on your test. Remember to have yung gi spirit and in neh! You are going to do amazing and I hope you succeed on your test. Remember us back home because we are all cheering for you.
From,
Danila and Daniel!
_________________________________You got this! Believe in yourself that you can do this just think of it as your orange belt test and you will be able to successfully do the test. -Javi P.S you're a great teacher.

Good Luck Master White From Aj

Good luck on your test from sebi
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To Master White,
Sending positive energy, strength and endurance. An abundance of peace to let you know you are in the right place at this moment. Gigantic thank you from Mr. Klervo Auguste, for over a decade of training, instruction and Master mentoring. You are not alone...be encouraged and you are already successful. Mr. Auguste and Family

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I would like to wish all the Ko Dan Ja candidates the best of luck this week. I so wish I could be part of this shim sa, especially with the amazing group that is in attendance.

I truly hope you are all doing well and staying healthy. Master White, do your best and be well. The staff and students are asking about you and wishing you all the best!! Come back and share your knowledge of the Shim Sa!

Soo Bahk Everyone!
Paul Del Sordo Sa Bom
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To all the 2022 KDJSS Candidates, and especially, D. Townsend SBN, S. Fittanto SBN, C. Estey KBN, M. Wyatt BSBN, S. Fishman KBN, J. Menendez SBN, Dr. M. Levinson, Dr. K. Levinson, J. Camp KSN, O. Gilady-Sten KSN

The hardest part is over. Enjoy the banquet tonight.
You only have two and a wake up to go. You got this!

“This is 10% luck
20% skill
15% concentrated power of will
5% pleasure
50% pain
And 100% reason to remember the name.” – Fort Minor

Respectfully,

Tony Le
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I have been mentally tracking the training regimen that you have been following. My Spirit is with all of you, especially the REGION 8 candidates.
We have a variety of levels working for their next rank this year.
I trust Dr. Bowen is savoring the experience as well as Dyer Kyo Sa.
To the great women, I cheer Gibbons Sa Bom Nim and Fittanto Sa Bom Nim.
I was told that our region was well represented in the TAC and visitors. Thanks for that!
Keep up the enthusiasm and vigor.
Then have a little fun at the banquet as well.
And Finish Strong!!
In Moo Do, Andy Hamer
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Gibbons Sa Bom Nim,

You are such a beacon of light in Soo Bahk Do. I am so proud to have you in our region! Your hard work and perseverance make you a wonderful role model, and I'm so glad you have the opportunity to showcase your talent and skill this week. Though I'm not there in person, know that I am cheering you on in spirit!

Soo Bahk! Esther Lum
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IN NEH- START STRONG-STAY STRONG-FINISH STRONG

Gibbons Sa Bom Nim, I'm sure you are in your groove and your strong energy and steady attitude is a welcome addition to your group.

Fittanto Sa Bom, knowing you, you are also in your element with your strong techniques and Moo Do. Keep Moo Do'in!

Townsend Sa Bom, I know you still have that big sunshine smile on your face and are tackling each day with positive energy and strong results. All the while, I'm sure gathering material for the banquet. Proud to share the line with you!

Oulashin Bu Sa, How's the glasses holding up, did they get sideways during the kicking class? Have you come across any Hot Wheel cars left behind from the MWM group? (inside jokes). I'm proud to see you grow into your own. Empty the tank on Friday and leave it on the mat.

I'm with you all in spirits and sending good positive vibes.

Soo Bahk!
Chuck Holland
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Gibbons Sa Bom Nim, Kenyon Sa Bom Nim, and Cooper Sa Bom Nim,

It was great to get to meet you all in person/see you again this weekend! You three are a huge inspiration and I'm so lucky to have gotten the opportunity to train with you! Sending lots of positive energy your way!

Fittanto Sa Bom Nim,

You are a really great leader and practitioner and I'm always excited when I get the chance to train with you, be it in-person or virtual! It was great to see you this weekend, and I look forward to training with you more during YLP!

Mr. Lee and Dyer Kyo Sa Nim,

I'm so glad I got to be there for the first few days to cheer you on in person! You are both great to work with and I always enjoy getting to train with you. I'm excited to see how you advance and grow after this week!

To all the candidates, visitors, proctors, and officials,

Thank you so much for all the time and effort you are putting into advancing our art as well as yourselves! It was an honor to spend the weekend with you all, and I'm wishing you all the best of luck and the best of training!

Soo Bahk!
-Carolyn Kelly
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To Kelly Sa Bom Nim and Maxam Kyo Sa Nim,

It was truly an honor to be there with you for the first few days of the test, and I couldn't be prouder of either of you, nor more excited! Training with you is an absolute joy and privilege, and always pushes me to become a better practitioner. Now is the time to push yourselves, learn everything you can, and know that all of us back here in Region 7 are cheering you on with the utmost confidence! Enjoy the week, enjoy the training, and enjoy the people around you!

"You've got what it takes, but it will take everything you've got."

"Seize the time, live now! Make now always the most precious time. Now will never come again." -Jean-Luc Picard

In Moo Do,
-Carolyn Kelly
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SBN Andrew Cotsones and SBN Jeremy Spence


Keep going! #1!
-Francsco

Keep going! give it all you got! You can do it!
-Paul

You ROCK! I hope you do good!
-From Adelle

Keep going you are doing AMAZING
-Leighlah

You can do it!
-Andres

You're doing awesome! I believe in all of you! It takes a lot of courage to test for such a big test.
-From Hannah Raborn

GOOD LUCK!
-Eva

You got this! Remember you're great! You're going to rock this test!
SOO BAHK DO Rules!
-from Zion

I want to wish all of you good luck on your test and that you can do it. try your best and have a good time,
-Love Jackson Day

Great job! Keep it up! You can do it! See you soon!
-Schrum family

I believe in you. You have a lot of courage. I believe you are strong deep inside. Good luck.
-By Henry Maass, Love Henry

You are good at Soo Bahk do!
-Love, Irissa
You both are exceptional martial artists. You definitely lead by example.Thankfully you both are much better in the art than I at writing encouraging words! You got this!
Soo Bahk!
-Susan Barton

Knock out that test! Awesome stance!
-Ayden Eranzo

Congratulations for you tremendous accomplishment of making it this far! All the best in your testing., You've got this!
-Heather Day
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Sa Bom Nim Christy Cooper

KEEP training hard. You're doing great.
-JKN Jackson Kelley

You got this!
-Clayton H**p

Let's go! Fighting Spirit!!
-Chuck Kohler E215508

Good luck Master Cooper. Hope you do well!
-Kayden Cody

Best of luck. I hope you have fun and do great!!
-Karmen Cody

You got dis. I hope you pass.
xoxo Coda

Master Cooper....Hope all is going well. Keep your head up and stay focused on the good, I'm sure you're going to kill it.
-Aaron Cody

Doing Great!
You got this!
-Anna Pode
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Hello Everyone,

From mentors inspiring me to train as a 4 year old SBN Shermerhorn and SBN Bartolacci thank you! I still look up to you as you are still training and staying the course, guiding the way! Soo Bahk!

SBN Gibbons thank you for your support and guidance during my testing. You paved the way for me and I followed you without fail. Continue showing us the way of Moo Do as you have always done!

SBN Townsend you have always supported the Moo Duk Kwan. You've always been kind to me and my wife. Best of luck sir!

SBN Fittanto you have inspired me in many ways from being an amazing practitioner and guidance to fighting for your life and winning! You are amazing. You've got this!

Kyo Bom Nim White as a partner of mine growing up we had many challenges competing against one another! I know you will be successful!

To my Loving wife! SBN Constable! You are the strongest person I know! I have no doubt you are representing our studio with pride! You have 2 wonderful kids that miss you at home and a third kid who's acting like he knows how to keep them in line. Hurry up already!!! These kids are destroying the house and we are running out of food fast lol. I Love you and look forward to seeing you soon! You got this! P.S. House is fine by the way, don't be scared to come home.

SBN Wyatt and SBN Menendez you both have been very good friends and supported our events for as long as we've been running our studio! I have seen you both set the pace for others to follow and look forward to seeing you as my seniors again! I know you are supportive of my wife and she is there for you guys as well!

Lee, and Chung KSN. Stay strong, you have some trials ahead of you! We have been through some wonderful moments together! They made unforgettable memories! That is what you are doing right now: cherish these moments and bond with your group! They will need you!

Continue the path everyone!
Soo Bahk!
Ian Constable
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All Candidates:

It was a pleasure to meet so many new friends. Best of luck with the rest of your training this week!

Best,

Ian & John Kim
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Hi -

Good Luck this week!! I know you’ll be amazing!! Stay strong.

Love,
Denise
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Sa Bom Nim Christy Cooper

Good luck on the test Master Cooper.
-Nolan

Good Luck! We are all rooting for you!
-Karen Kohler

Good luck at KODANJA SHIM SA!!
-Alyssa

Good luck on your test. Hope you do well. do a great job on your test! Have fun!!!
-From Reigan

Good luck on your test Sa Bom Nim. Have fun!
From: Paige

Hope you do good on your test!
-love Kooper


I hope you are enjoying every moment of your Ko Dan Ja Shim Sa journey. You are amazing and we are sending you lots of positive energy. Soo Bahk!
-Stacey Johnson
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Good luck dad, you got this! We love you!
Love,
Jillian & Jake
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To all candidates.

This is your time! Have a wonderful Ko Dan Ja Shim Sa experience. You are there because you have embraced the Moo Do values and philosophy and have expanded your weh gung, neh gung and shim gung. This week you will continue to grow in the Art as you connect, motivate and support each other. Soo Bahk!

Yours in the Moo Duk Kwan,

Dianna Hume
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Master Cooper,

I just wanted to take some time to let you know just how special you are to me. I consider my family lucky to be a part of the Clifton Central Soo Bahk Do Family. It’s hard to believe we began this journey in August of 2017 with Laney. Throughout the past 5 years, I have watched you pour your heart and soul into your studio. I am impressed with the amount of knowledge you have passed on to my girls in such a short time. I love how you hold them to a high standard and push them to always be their best self. I also love that my girls have a positive role model in their life that they can look up to and count on. Thank you for helping me raise two strong, intelligent, and confident girls. You have been such a huge part of our lives and I can’t thank you enough for all that you have done for my family. This is your week to shine, Master Cooper!

Love,
Stacy Bussian

“Excellence is never an accident; it is the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction, skillful ex*****on, and the vision to see obstacles as opportunities.”
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Good luck with your Application of Model Class design! You've got this.
BE YOUR BEST AND BE YOURSELF!

L.CHU
CAMA
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Kwan Ja Nim, SAC Members, TAC Members, and 2022 KDJSS Canidates

Students of Valley Moo Duk Kwan Martial Arts Wenatchee WA are sending positive energy to all fo a successful event and safe travels for those who are headed home from Moments with the Masters.

SOO BAHK!!!!

Doug Countryman
KDJSS alumni
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Good Luck Master Cooper Have Fun! Love Delylah and the Millers!
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To Christy Cooper Sa Bom Nim,

You’ve got what it takes!
Mittens and Boomer send their best.
Sending energy️
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Good luck Master Cooper!!! Train hard! Do well, don't get hurt! See you soon!
Finn Mulcahy
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This is the halfway point you have always believed in me now I believe in you.
Carter
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Hello to all from Australia

Hello to Kwan Jang Nim, USA TAC and All the Candidates.

Congratulations on another amazingly successful KDJSS week, bringing people together to allow friendships to grow and prosper in the spirit
on the Moo Duk Kwan.

I know that everyone has put a huge amount of work into preparation on all levels and I wish everyone the mind and body to carry
you through a strong week towards a positive mind full of fond memories and knowledge.

As many have said in the past - “Start Strong, finish Strong”

Missing you all and being there personally this year again, unfortunately out of my control but I will try again in 2023.

Soo Bahk!

In the Moo Duk Kwan,
Ray Sargeant
Region 4, Australia
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Kelly SBN,
I hope you are having a great week! No doubt everyone around you is benefitting from your positive energy!

Maxxum KSN,
I’m confident you are training hard and learning so much. It can be overwhelming but just try to soak it all in. You’re halfway through already! Finish strong, you’ve got this!!

Nicole Herlofsky
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Kyo Sa Gilady Sten,

Halfway there! Best of Luck with your teaching Tuesday night.
Enjoy the rest of the week, looking forward to hearing about your experience.

Ria Zazzarino
Chu's Academy of Martial Arts
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To Spence and Cotsones Sa Bom Nims:

Do your best! You are the best! You rock! Practice every day. You will do great!
-Lilly

You got this, don't give up! all of us believe in you!
-love Kaylynn

I hope you do good! Good luck!
-Jack M.

You will Pass! You all will do amazing! You Rock!
-Leona

you are good keep going
-Ayla

You are doing Great. GO ON
-Leighlah
Stay as awesome and determined as the Soo Bahk Do!
-Sweet

The best wishes to everyone. You can do it, I'm sure. Good luck all this week. Stay strong!
-Juana Barron

I wish you the best of luck and I know you can do this!
-Alan Barron

You got this KDJ! endurance!
-from Edyn
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To Christy Cooper Sa Bom Nim:

Do your best! You are the best! You rock! Practice every day. You will do great!
-Lilly

You got this, don't give up! all of us believe in you!
-love Kaylynn

I hope you do good! Good luck!
-Jack M.

You will Pass! You all will do amazing! You Rock!
-Leona

you are good keep going
-Ayla

You are doing Great. GO ON
-Leighlah

Stay as awesome and determined as the Soo Bahk Do!
-Sweet

The best wishes to everyone. you can do it, I'm sure. Good luck all this week. Stay strong!
-Juana Barron

I wish you the best of luck and I know you can do this!
-Alan Barron

You got this KDJ! endurance!
-from Edyn
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Oulashin Bu Sa Bom Nim,

From the Persinger/Fitts family, we hope that you are enjoying your time at the Ko Dan Ja Shim Sa! We are sure that you will represent yourself well, and we will be thinking of you!

Soo Bahk!

Mark Persinger
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SBN Cooper, SBN Cotsones, and SBN Spence.
You make Region 5 Proud, You make your studio members Proud, and you make those of us who no longer train, but still keep up with what is happening Proud. You may not feel us, but......
We are Behind YOU!! Soo Bahk!!

Guy Chouinard
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To Sean Oulashin Bu Sa Bom,

Your Region 10 family is so very proud of you. We have seen you grow from a bright child to a gifted martial artist, who incidentally is a proficient musician, cardistry master, and gifted videographer. Additionally, you have inspired many young practitioners in our region and world wide as a Youth Leader. Enjoy this wonderful experience.

Diane Hume
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Master Cooper,
Please don’t bring any of this back to the kickboxing class with you. Your strength , great attitude, perseverance, and faith in yourself will get you through the rest of your trying time! We can not wait to hear about it when you return. Keep pushing forward day by day! You’re not only an inspiration to our kids but to us parents as well. Thinking of you and sending all of our positive vibes!
You got this lady!!

-Natalie Flageole
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KSN Sten:

Have a blast! KDJ is an amazing celebration. Celebrate your training! Looking forward to what you bring back to us.

Andrew Masini
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To all Ko Dan Ja candidates and specially to Mr. Lee and Wyatt Bu Sa Bom Nim,

I hope this message finds everyone in good spirit.

I know you trained very hard to be there and because of that you will succeed. I am sure you are already tired, but endurance is one of the Soo Bahk Do concepts. Endurance is probably one of the most difficult concepts, but it is to the one who endures that the final victory comes

Soo Bahk!

Mr. Calcedo
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You guys are soooo well prepared for this and that’s what matters.
Take this day by day and cherish this because you’ll never forget this accomplishment.
“Make each day your masterpiece” – John Wooden
“It’s all about the journey, not the outcome” – Carl Lewis
“Run when you can, walk if you have to, crawl if you must, just never give up” – Dean Karnazes
“It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up” – Babe Ruth
“The harder the battle the sweater the victory” – Les Brown
“It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get up!” - Vince Lombardi
“There may be people that have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do.” – Derek Jeter

Dalton and Doug Harris
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To Christy Cooper Sa Bom NIm,

You are amazing. In neh is your superpower!
Sending healing energy.
Love, Mom

Tuesday, November 8th, Spirit Messages:

To all candidates of 2022 KDJSS

MWM is over, visitors have said their good byes so now it is time to do those reps over and over again.

You all have worked hard for this moment in Moo Duk Kwan history.

YOU ALL GOT THIS!!!

Doug Countryman
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To Christy Cooper Sa Bom Nim:
“Get out there and show ‘em your stuff. Well, maybe not all your stuff!”
Mom and Dad
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The Bacon-Eaves family sends strength, focus, and clarity to all KDJ candidates as you undertake this week's challenges. Deep bows of respect from London, UK!
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Good morning!
Sending energy to Sa Bom’s Christy Cooper, Jeremy Spence and Andrew Cotsones. May your day be filled with positive energy, smiling faces, and empty cup and full heart. I am so VERY proud of each of you it’s hard to put into words!!! You are all exceptional Moodoins and you live your art.
“Remember… they can’t kill you”… and you can sleep when you’re dead!
I wish you growth and happiness!!
In Moo Do with love,
Steve Lemner
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Dear Kwan Jang Nim, KDJSS Officials, Candidates, and Visitors,

I hope this message finds you all in the best of health and spirits!

To Kwan Jang Nim and Officials - From the bottom of my heart, I wish to thank you for doing your very best and pushing the state of our art forward this week! Your dedication is an inspiration, and continues to be so year after year.

To Schermerhorn SBN, Bartolacci SBN, Kozak SBN, Lemner SBN, and Willard SBN - I treasure each lesson you have generously shared with me over the years, both explicitly delivered and in your examples as Moo Do In.

To Kelly SBN, Gibbons SBN, Kenyon SBN, and Cooper SBN - Although we didn’t test together in person this time, I feel a strong connection to you all based on our long history together and our work leading up to this Shim Sa. I am honoured to share the line with you.

To the Yuk Dan, O Dan, and Sa Dan candidates - Hold together and support each other, especially at the times when it is hardest for you. The pain and frustration will fade, but the joy in the hard work will last a lifetime. Shim Gung never gets tired!

To White JKN, my lineage-sister under Beaven SBN and Harwood SBN - You are as much an inspiration as anyone I’ve met in Soo Bahk Do. Be yourself, the one who always does her best. I am proud to train alongside you.

Finally, to Mr. Lee, my student. You know, I’ve probably said it all to you three times over at this point, so let me see if I can come up with something you haven’t heard…Breathe and smile - the days are long but the week is short, so soak up every moment. I am so proud to be your instructor.

SOO BAHK!!!

Yours in the MDK,
PJ Steyer
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Sean,

Dad let me know you're away for a Soo Bahk Do exam, and I wanted to wish you good luck. I'll be thinking of you and sending good thoughts.

Eric
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Hi Ema!

We are both so proud of you - thank you for showing us what is true commitment and dedication! You are a pillar of strength in our family and in Soo Bahk Do!

Love,

Nim and Itamar
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Mr. Lee,

I pass onto you the cryptic but insightful spirit message that Losasso Sa Bom Nim sent to me during my Sa Dan test: Good luck at Ko Dan Ja - it's the worst pain you'll ever love

Best wishes to you and all the other candidates - Soo Bahk!

Yours in the MDK,
Andrew Cheever
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Good Afternoon!!

Just wanted to send a shout out saying y'all are doing great!!

Keep it up! You can do it!
Remember you can, and know the spirit of courage is with you always!

It's a Marvelous Monday!
Kari-Anne S Grant
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Greetings!
I hope you are all doing well, in good spirits and absorbing all you can. Watching you all I was so very proud and happy to see such a strong force! Your energy and Shim Gung is very evident and your Moo Geh is strong. This is a very special time as you know, and a time of enjoyment for all your years of dedication and perseverance. Your journey has lead you to this moment! This is where you should be and have earned it. It is your karma! I am so thankful I was able to be just a small part in this special week you all share. Stay strong, stay empty and absorb because for myself I seemed to be even more aware of such small details that enhanced my personal understanding of the art. For you ARE the art, and it is strong because of each of you sharing your light and love.
In Moo Do
Steven Lemner
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Hello Kyo Sa Gilady-Sten
Stay healthy and well. I trust you are doing your very best!
SOO Bahk!
L. Chu
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To the Yuk Dan Candidates:
Greetings,
I hope your spirits and bodies are strong. I wanted to say how proud I was watching you prepare at Moment with the Masters. You took no time to get on it! That shows your dedication determination and perseverance to build individually and collectively. This demonstrates the true essence of the art. Your light is showing bright and seen by others through your visible action. The juniors are drawn to your light and being guided by your example. You each should be very proud as I am of you!
In Moo Do
Steven Lemner
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To the O Dan Candidates:
Greetings,
I hope this finds you feeling strong and your spirits are building. Having attended your last Ko Dan Ja Shim Sa gave you the opportunity to further understand what is needed for this very special week. Watching you prepare during the Moment with the Masters I sat back and could see your energy and determination! It was very clear your common commitment! You are the leaders of the art, the direct line through the Kwan Jang Nim to the Founder and the guiding light to those that follow your path. The path you are laying by your very visible example will help them on their journey thus helping to fulfill the founders mission for the future. I am so very happy to see such strong leadership helping to further build the future!! Enjoy and absorb the light they are guiding you with.
In Moo Do
Steven Lemner
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To the Sa Dan Candidates:
Greetings,
Yes you are there! It is not a dream! You are there because your instructor, regional examiners, TAC and the Kwan Jang Nim said it is your time! Your karma, your path to further understanding more about yourself and creating such a special bond with each of your fellow candidates! These relationships will be forged in your very soul forever! My best advice I can share with you is to tamed each class, be totally present moment, and savor it to feed your spirit, knowledge and understanding. Remember it’s never about the “belt”, but rather what lays under it…. Yourself, that is where the Moo Duk Kwan lives! In your every action both on the floor and more importantly off.

Those in your life after this week will witness a change and see your light as it shines by your example of living Moo Do Philosophy in action, not mere words. So stand proud, smile inside and out.

Remember… “you can sleep when you’re dead”, So now is the time, do not leave anything on the floor.
As with a great sword, it must be quenched in fire to temper the blade for its strength but remains flexible. It is only through times of hardship that we remember and grow the most.

Support each other, and know you are never alone. For you have brothers and sisters around the globe that are with you! I wish each of you all the very best and am so thankful for the small amount of time I was able to share with you. But is something I will always cherish.
In Moo Do
Steven Lemner
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HELLO EVERYONE!

WISHING YOU THE VERY BEST!!!

STAY HEALTHY AND SAFE AND SUPPORT EACH OTHER!

SOO BAHK!

LYDIA CHU
CHU’S ACADEMY OF MARTIAL ARTS
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