When more sand comes to the shores of our lives, we need to adjust. I was reminded of that personally this holiday season, as well as with my pursuit towards my forms test.

I have been able to get my basic staff flow drills and most of the staff form at the 2nd level of forms. It is so fun, but when combined with my nine other forms, I have too much to go over and keep strong in one day. I haven't found the right rhythm for this season just yet, but I am playing with doing my…

It has now been a week and a half since I passed my first level forms test. It was a great workout and confirmation that my practice of the forms has led to greater strength, power, and flow ... though very much at beginner levels still. This past Wednesday I received the the first three basic staff drills and have enjoyed beginning again with new material. I am trying to go through the drills twice a day for 15 minutes to begin getting them solid at a slower speed. I subconsciously speed up…