Sanchin Kata

A month ago at karate, they announced that they'd be holding a tournament.
I asked Kilynn if she'd like to do it (totally expecting her to say No), and she said "yea, of course".
So, we signed her up.

She went to the tournament practice last weekend, and upon seeing what would actually be happening and hearing that she'd need to introduce herself, etc. she left the mat crying.
It was quite overwhelming for her.
She got through it with some tears.
It didn't stop her though, she still wanted to participate today so she practiced all week.
Today was the tournament. We weren't worried about winning any medals, we just really wanted to see her succeed at doing her sanchin kata in front of everyone...and gain some confidence in herself.
and she did!!
She walked up there with confidence, and conquered that fear. I was SOOOO proud of her, I was a little emotional. I know how hard it was for her. And watched her have that confidence made me so proud to be her mom.
She accomplished her sanchin kata as far as she had learned it thus far, and won 1st place.
She's loving her *first ever* trophy (shes already shined it)...and we are super excited for her.
A wonderful confidence boost for my little girl ;0)

Videos of course...

http://vimeo.com/4920446

http://vimeo.com/4920383

and photos