Kenna puts a ton of pressure on herself (sorry sweetie - you get that from me.) She is the kind of kid who hates missing one on a test, so much so that she comes running home in tears when she missed one capitol on her southeast state exam when she knew the answer....I love her strong sense of accomplishment when she's really worked hard for something - while I also try and balance that. She doesn't need all that stress in her little 9 year old life!
This karate exam was a little different than the others. She actually was really nervous. So much so, that she was dreaming about it and really worried days before it happened. She has to break boards now - which is no easy feat! Luckily she nailed it, on the first try! You could see the immediate relief in her face. If a student does not break the board - then they are not allowed to advance a belt. So far, she never has had to face that - but has seen friends have to, and it is so hard.
This is the first time she moved up a belt size! I think she is adjusting to both the red belt and the thought that she only has a few short months until black belt! So proud!
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