Candidate Journals

Today we had Feast (co-op) and then testing, which I helped out with. I had Fraternus tonight and we played a real fruit ninja game, which was fun!

Today we had co-op and then color belt testing, which I photographed, as usual. I also got a raise with the company i work for part time!! woot! woot!

I woke up and went to school.  In 1st period we still had a sub. In 2nd period we took 3 quizzes. In 3rd period we started a project.  In 4th period we worked in the text book.  I had school ball practice we didn’t do catching drill so I was with the outfielders.  We also did hitting. I was hitting off 80 mph machine.  Then we did fly ball drills the rest of practice.  I came home waited a little while and went to my baseball game. We won this time.  

Wednesday- Ran 2 miles this morning and got a stretch and my requirements in, not having class is throwing off my schedule!  Had the plumbers out today to get started on the bathroom. Unfortunately I had to move a few thing and switch some plans due to stud locations but I think we got it all worked out.

Today I had chik-fil-a for lunch at school.  After that I went to recess.  I played soccer, then we went back inside and did more school work.  Then I came home and went to lacrosse practice.  I had a bunch of handwriting to do for homework tonight.  Have a great day everyone.

Today I went to school then ate a snack and then went to help out with testing then I talked with some friends for a while. Good night 

today was a really hard and trying day. I woke up and did my requirements for taekwondo and went on a run. Once I got home I took a shower then did my school and chores. I then helped my dad with building the new bathroom. Then i went on a walk. Then I watched a movie i then went to swimming and that was was exhausting but fun!!! Now I am done for the day. GOOD NIGHT!!!

Today I help my dad rip some carpet out of my brothers room. Tomorrow is my picture day hurrah. Then I watched a movie and did some requirements outside. That was my day. See you later.🥋  

Today was picture day for me at my school I was dressed fancy after school I did requirements at my house I also started an essay

23 years ago things changed.....we lost so many lives. We lost our twin towers. This is a day to remember all the lives.  In-between remembering 9/11, I managed to get everything done and go to blackbelt class. 

Good evening everyone. Hope you guys have a had a good day today! Today i went to school as usual and recapped on 9/11 and stuff. Came home did some requirements and went to an after school activity. I'm back home and have already ate dinner and am ready for school tomorrow (which nobody is usually excited about).

Today I woke up and went to school. School was good because I had a science quiz and I did really well. Then after school I went to the park to run my miles. When I got back home I worked on my essays, written test, exercises, and pommases and self defenses. Overall today was a good day.

Good evening, everyone! Yesterday was a nice day. I finished my requirements after coming from school yesterday and then relaxed the rest of the day. I was hoping to watch the presidential debate but ended up falling asleep instead. Today I went to school, and it was a nice day. In PE, we ended up doing the pacer test, which got my "run" in for the day. I would also like to take a moment acknowledge all the brave people and tragic events that happened on this day years ago. This day will never be forgotten in history. Have a wonderful rest of your day!

Hope everyone had a wonderful Wednesday and excited for a thoughtful Thursday! Today we had a big ceremony at school to bring honor and reminisce to all the lives lost and for all the brave first responders that risked their lives for others. I hope everyone will honor them and will always keep them near and dear to their hearts. (Check out a real story called “Man with the red bandana”) After school I went to get my allergy shots and then went home and did homework. I then played with my puppy and afterwards ate dinner!!! I hope it was a wonderful Wednesday for all goodnight!!! P.S. Today is National 9/11 Remembrance Day! ~Magnolia Shope~

Hi everybody, I hope it’s been a good day for all under the sad circumstances. Thank God for all the brave people 23 years ago. Today, I learned a lot more about 9/11 and watched some documentaries. I went home to babysit my brothers and have dinner. Have a goodnight and stay happy.

Good afternoon, I just got back from school and it was okay my girlfriend's friend was out today, so she keep yapping to me about random crap. Hope you have a good day.

Busy day! Did some landscaping and painting. Also completed some official assignments through the middle of the day. Then ended it with a few kicks, self defense, and forms.

Started early. I had to shake off some weight, but it’s very sticky. Knuckles still hurt, and pain threshold significantly decreased! So I decided to run 2 quick miles and kick the air as rapidly as possible. Then went about my day and finished strongly with forms around 8pm!

I thought I’d be back but not so fast. Missed Sunday morning as well! Body’s still constantly sore! Everyone’s telling me I lost weight. I can’t even push too hard right now and just struggling along. Completed requirements slowly through the day.

Missed class today due to an unplanned trip. Later did a couple of punch kick combinations and forms. I tried to break a little piece of concrete and it didn’t bulge! I think I may have cracked my knuckle during that last attempt! Ran a quick mile.

Noticed so late that this app is not functioning for me without WiFi. Some complaints about failure to confirm certificate authority! Sparring today. Stretched all day and practiced my kicks. Ran 1 quick mile and went in early for mentorship sessions. After class sparring with Instructor max to spice up the evening.

Not bad today. Took my son to Occupational Therapy then got home in time to get dressed and get to class early to work on the 3 single stick forms. Then after class was able to go over Keumgang and Taebaek. And go over some of the answers i couldn't find on the written test. Thank You Masters Knight and Foster. 

I woke up and went to school.  Got up late but was ok because the bus was late.  Then I went to baseball tonight.  I won. I got a double.  I am going to keep it short.  I a,m tired and going to bed.  

As I see the totals remaining on the tracking creeping down with some of them inching closer and closer to zero, the finality of finishing The Cycle and moving into testing night looms ever closer.  I feel pretty good about everything I know but I wouldn't want to have to test this weekend.  I'm glad we've got 3 1/2 more weeks before testing so we've got time to really lock in what we've been learning. I'm looking forward to being "done" but not just yet.

Hi King Tiger Family. Tonight was pretty good evening. Got a run in and some requirements. Yummy dinner that mY wife got us and taking care of watering our yard that was air rated and seeded. Adulting things! Have a great night. Take care. 

Today was another fairly productive day. Some of today's highlights was a good workout, talking with friends in JROTC, and getting invited by a friend to help train the middle school cross country team. Overall, today was a decent day. 

Today I woke up and did my requirements for taekwondo. Then I did my chores and school I then played with my sister and dog. Then I watched a movie and my dog was being annoying so I decided to play again with him. Then I went on a run. I cleaned a lot. Now I am done for the day. GOOD NIGHT!!!

Today I woke up and went to school.  There was still a sub in first block.  I went 2nd block where we just worked on our pace on quizzes.  Then I went to third block and had to work with a partner.  Then in 4th block we worked in the text book.  Then I went to school baseball practice.  I did catching with the machine and 35mph, 50 and 70.  Then we worked on popping up.  I came home stayed home for a little while and then went to my brother’s game.   

I had a great day at school and I enjoyed math and science today. I studied my written test and finished my Taekwondo stuff. I went running with my Dad today. I’m getting closer to my goal. 

Today I went to school which was pretty good, the funny thing is the days feel so long because just a normal 45 minutes feels like an eternity. Thankfully after, I had my run which I honestly feel a lot of peace doing, then I went to down town concord to get my haircut, which it was time for a haircut because my hair was super thick do it was nice and after that I've been doing homework and requirements and now just chilling.

Today I had PE. We played kickball. Sadly my team lost, but I had two runs and I caught the ball once. Have a great day! 

guess the movie 🧔+🕷     🫅+🐸   did you get it right answer spider man and princess and the frog.

Today I went to school and there was a lot of traffic on the way back then I played some games and then watched YouTube then ate dinner and did my exercise. Good night everyone 😴🌙 

so my brother had a football game and they won 19 - 0. then I ate dinner and went to bed.

Today I didn’t do much. After the testing I went to see my friend Aiden but I wasn’t at the right one but I saw my mentee Neil. That was my day see you later.🥋

Happy Tuesday  Missed class tonight due to something at school. No mentee meeting,  no assistance in class. I hope I can get all my classes and mentee meetings in. 

Hey guys, I tried to write a long journal about standing up for yourself and being cool, but the site deleted all of it so I'm just going to talk about my day. Today I did a sit-up and push-up competition and I got 56 sit-ups and 86 push-ups so I'm happy with that. I hope you guys have a great rest of cycle, see you guys later, bye!

I finally got my white belt challenge done which was a lot of fun, I'm also making progress on my back rolls, I finally got the feeling for them.

Today was pretty uneventtful. My Amazon shift was in Davidson, so I had a very easy commute home. Did some requirements in the am, then more over the course of the day. 4 minutes is definitely better than 5 minutes.

Today I woke up and went to school and I got to do a experiment after the experiment I went to the store and got new shoes that’s all for my day peace✌🏼

Good evening, everyone! Yesterday was a nice day. My dad headed out of town yesterday, so it's just me and my mom at home now. We were able to watch a few movies, and she even tested me on some of my poomsaes. Today, I went to school in the morning and came back exhausted. I finished some homework and my requirements and am planning on watching the presidential debate happening soon. Have a wonderful day!

Today I went to school and then I went home and ran then did my homework then went to TKD and did a mentor session then went back home and did my requirements.

Hey guys, Today, I woke up later than usual because I need some sleep. I then got ready for the day and headed to school. I took lots of notes today, got some projects done, and went to youth law club. Then after school, I headed over to the dojang and watched my brothers test. Then we went to Jason’s deli. Going to have a night of homework, chores, and spending time with my dad. Goodnight.  

Hey guys, this is my final journal and I want to make it special. Today was an experience because I went through the routine and finally made it to P.E., now in P.E. today we did a push-up and sit-up check to see how physically able we are. I did 56 sit-ups and 86 push-ups, and they lasted 1 minute. I think that I did good, so after that I went up to the high-school, and I finished my homework. Then I left and I went to the chiropractor and got some of my body fixed so I'm not as broken. I'm excited for the end of cycle, and I realize that we all have a drive to make it to the end of black belt cycle, you know what yours is so use it to your advantage. When you need some inspiration, just think of why you are doing this,...

Hey everyone hope youre doing well, I'm on my final four journals for the 2024 black belt cycle. Today I had school and hung out with my girlfriend. Have a good day

Today I'm going to go to school and then I'm going to my little brothers swimming class. Then I'm going to tkd for some credits and to help out.

Was able to take Levi to his class today and get a class assistance credit. Didn't go to the high belt class due to requirements catch up . I did 3 miles tonight. Had a late work meeting this morning at had to get up early to get Levi from school so i only got about 3 hours of sleep so i didn't have stamina for much. 

I am at work and it is fairly busy. I plan on doing some walking later when my last admission gets here. Everyone knows about my walks so it is no surprise to anyone. I have always liked doing laps at work. The only difference is that before it was mainly to get my daily steps in…… now it is for my requirements. One of the nurses spilled the peppermint oil…it smells good to me but others think it is overwhelming. I have a wooden case of essential oils so I love it……I even make my own bug repellent. Tomorrow begins my TKD stretch. Talk to you later.

I missed the wang-ho class today, so I just took the Teen Class. We drilled some Spinning kicks today. I think I need to do some more spinning kicks , It feels like after I jump my kick form just goes down. After class I did some forms and went for a walk to finish up my requirements before bed.

So today I woke up and went to school which was okay. My stomach hurt half the day and through PE. Then i came home and went to taekwondo to get some leadership credits. Then I went to run 2 miles at the park. Im gonna wake up early tomorrow to do requirements. Goodnight

Had a late start on my day to and prepping for upcoming test this upcoming week. Midterms are rolling around soon so its time to focus up getting work completing on time and studying properly.

Today was a fairly productive day. I had a decent day at school, I then came home and had therapy before going to practice. I did a nice easy threshold run today, which was fun. My friends and I also annoyed our coach because we were talking so much during warm-ups. I then came home, ate, and then went to Tae Kwon Do; we practiced mainly stick stuff. I then came home, ate, showered, and now I am here. 

Hi King Tiger Family. Great classes tonight. Reviewed a bunch of items and got Mentor session in. We got some requirements. More to do. All good. Have a great night. Take care

Today I woke up and went to school.  My first block we had a sub so we didn’t do anything today.  In my second black class,  we did some part 2 activities. In my third class my teacher was actually there today and we reviewed the packets we did when the sun was there. In my fourth class we worked in the textbook.  Then I went to the baseball field and we picked weds. We also rolled out the old turf we got from the football field.  I came home took a shower and went to work.   After work I took the 2nd. Don class and worked on double stick and anyoisa. 

Today I had band at school, we worked on violin and recorder.  When I got home I went to hockey practice.  Now it's super late so I have to go to bed - have a great day!

Monday- up early for a work trip. Spent the day working and didn’t get back to the hotel until 9ish. Working on requirements and poomsae in the room before bed. 

It’s been a while since I journaled, mostly because I didn’t have access to any technology for the past few days. But I am back after a super long but fun weekend. I need to catch up on tracking this week but everything has been going smoother than expected.

Today, I woke up for robotics and school. After school, I got some requirements done, finished my homework, and worked on my white belt essay. Have a good night.

Today I completed my white belt challenge, and also had a mentoring session with my mentee. We came home and did a bike ride and self defense practice before dinner. I'm not used to eating so late, but with Dylan's school schedule it seems to be the only way.

Today, I woke up at 6:00 and took a shower. Then I got dressed and had breakfast. I then finished up getting ready, brushing my teeth, doing my hair etc. Next, I went to school where I played some basketball, started a project in Spanish, took notes in Biology, had some lunch and played a game with my friends, then I had civics where we took notes. I then headed to ELA and finished up a chart that we did on the book we are reading, I then headed to math where we reviewed for our unit test. After school, I had work which meant helping with all the classes and testing prep. After work, I took my last weekday black belt class and worked on stick forms, anyo isa, bolo, and double stick. Then we worked on specials. I went home for dinner and homework. Goodnight everyone.

Today I woke up and did my requirements for taekwondo. Then did school and chores I also played with my dog and sister. Then my friend came over and we played with my dog!! Then I watched a movie I called a friend and we talked for a while then I went to teakwondo now I am done for the day!! GOOD NIGHT!!

Today at school I learn tomorrow is a math test😡. After school I went to taekwondo I did a search in Whip Master Shelly today with Elise. I helped with a class too.  See you later.🥋  

Today I woke up and when t to school after school I went to TKD after TKD I whent to smoke for dinner that’s all for to day peace✌🏼

After Journaling for this many days, you really start to run out of things to write about.  Let's see, I got up at my normal 5am...prepared for school. Then I fed my fur babies and walked my doggies.  School went ok. I had extra kiddos due yo being split for testing amd another teacher leaving early. Teenty- six 7 and 8 year olds...needless yo say, not a lot was accomplished and I was waaaaay off my schedule.   Stayed late to do some work and meet with one of my mentees( I have 2 at school) then came hone and some how managed to get my requirements in. I think burpees should he replaced with jumping jacks or light bouncing- similar to what we do in sparring.  Time for bed. Night all 

Sup guys, it is sadly Monday and I had to go to school, but the craziest thing that happened today is that when we were driving home from school, we saw him drive by in a Ferrari! It was cool, then we passed him and waved. Then we went to TKD and got more stuff checked off and I also did line drills for the first time. I hope everyone had a great day, bye.

So I woke up and had some time to spare.  So I just did nothing while I waited.  I did not feel great.  Then I went to school but I got home after and I went to class. Did a mentee session and assisted with a class.  I am staying while my brother did black belt class but my dad is coming to get me since I have homework.   I am also journaling while I am waiting.    since the voice of Darth Vader died today.    🚨how does Darth Vader like his toast?    On the dark side.   🚨

Today I had to work this AM which was tiring but fun. We went to KT this evening so my two younger boys could get their black stripes, which they did. so they are ready for testing now!!

🏫 then 🥋 next 🏠 and some requirements and went to my brothers .................................. hey no spoilers stop reading wait until part two !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! here's a hint 🏈.

Hey guys, so I went to school and did all that stuff, but when I was on the road back to my house, Lucas Pharr pulls along side us in a Ferrari! I was not expecting it so I was confused but he waved and I waved back and he passed us and his dad revved the engine and it was really cool. Anyway, I finished my homework and I just have Drivers Ed stuff, my requirements, and an essay I can write. See you guys later, bye!

🇸🇮 so today I got up and had a cinnamon roll and then my standard breakfast waffles banana I did some school work actually completed most of my stuff before lunch time which was nice and I had a ham and cheese sandwich with mustard and now I am here and I'm actually doing this about like midday so there's probably going to be a part two later I'm not sure anyway bye🇸🇮

Just caught up my logging from my book and realized that I have way more burpees done than the other physical requirements.  And not just a handful but a significant amount.  Started paging back through the weeks and realized I accidentally logged 44 minutes instead of 4 one day back in August, probably due to double-tapping the key on the keyboard.  I'd rather have the 44 but I didn't do them and I don't want to suddenly find out on testing night that I'm short by 40 due to a typo.

Sunday night I managed 5 miles of jogging. And later went over some self defenses. 

Mainly focused on requirements and some more miles. Since the weekend is ending I started on some more school work.

I'm and back I am from my long treacherous weekend. I had a great time but its once again time to lock in for the rest of the semester and cylce.

So, I really had nothing to do today.   But I did some yard work with my dad and after that we went go carting.   I liked it a lot.  Then we went to Olive Garden since we were already in Mooresville.  After that we went to the grocery store and brought the grocery in the house.   You are all caught up since I am doing my journal and Bye.

Today was a very tiring day, especially after yesterday's action packed night. I spent most of the morning at church, then doing requirements for about 2 hours. I then went to run with my friends and running coach. I then came home and did some homework I waited until today to do (I have had the work for 2 weeks and it is due tomorrow). I then stretched and now I am here. 

Today we did our requirements and went to the park and then went to Harris teeter for dinner. 

In July, I remember how today seemed so far away….and here we are. There are only a few weeks left. I have learned a lot and there are things I still need to work on. I do not feel relaxed until it’s all over and I have been like this since white belt. No matter how many times I test, it always feels like the first one…..looking forward to the finish line.

Today I woke up.  I went to get new shoes.  I got a pair of nice tennis shoes and a pair of running shoes.  I also got some clothes.  Then I went and helped my dad put out some grass seed out.  Then we went go carting with Callen.  I won the first race.   The 2nd race I got a bad cart or I would have had beaten him.   

Today, my dad left to go to California for a week because of a conference he needed to attend. After he left, I got my requirements done and ran for 3.25 miles, which is the most I've ever ran so far. Then, I got more requirements done, ate dinner, and finished the community service project essay. Have a good night.

This weekend I did some catching up on my requirements after being sick. Now I need to catch up my charting on the website and my book. Being down and out for 4 days really sets things off. I also worked on my essay and studied for the test.  I had some family in town and I got to go to my first NC State football game. I rode the light rail and walked a lot. Now time to get ready for the school week.

Sunday- It been a busy weekend, I’m sore this morning from the kickathon. I did not run this morning, but did get my requirements done. Worked in the bathroom again this afternoon. Got the new door hung and most everything prepped for the plumbers next week. Traveling tomorrow morning, I’m hoping I can get my requirements in tomorrow night.

Today I went to church which was good. Then I chilled and played video games for a bit before I went to youth where we had our lesson and the played hide and seek. we also had a lot of snacks so I just walked instead of running. The cycle is so close to being over. We can do this everyone. Goodnight.

I woke up and went to poomsae class then went over to my one of my friends house for 5 hours then I got home ate dinner and did lots of rolls and falls and self defense and then went to bed. Good night everyone 😴🌙.

Today I woke up and did my requirements for taekwondo I also finished my one of essay. Then I  hung out with my friend and sister for a while then my sister had to go I Kept hanging out with my friend. Then I watch a movie now I am done for the day.

Today I went to church where we had a great guest speaker. Overall the service great after me and a bunch of friends played 9 square. Then we went home and I shot my airsoft gun and my uncle John came over, then I just did my requirements and then studied. That was my day.

Today I was hungry after doing the days requirements. for some reason I was starving right after lunch. when I ran my mile I was tired so I took the opportunity to do my community service essay.

I feel much better today from yesterday and my cold is almost gone. I studied today for my written test and practiced Taekwondo stuff. I went running with my Dad and finished my exercises.i feel good running long distance. Today was a good day.

I hope everyone had a special Sunday and is excited for magnificent Monday!!! Today I got up And went outside with my puppy Fred! I then went to church and afterwards I rested my knee because it started to hurt. At 4 o’clock, I went to my church, hang out activity and had a bunch of fun! I hope it was a special Sunday for all good night!!! P.S. Today Is national grandparents day!!! ~Magnolia~

Sunday....woke up sore from the kick a thon and with a headache, so much for going to the park to meet up and practice.   Got my requirements done....not sure if I'm going to get all 'zeros' because I've been entering my time and not the amount of the requirement. However, I asked several times about completing the tracker correctly,  and I was assured to put the time for: jump rope, push ups, sit ups, burpees, poomsaes, self-defense,  and kicks....which doesn't match the tracker, but what am I going to do?!?! I'm following directions.    

Today I had a soccer game but I lost 6 to 3 after that I went to get a haircut then I went to my aunt and uncles house to watch the Bills football game and they won yay 😀. After that I went to remix at my church which was fun because it was cowboy themed and they had the electric bull that I got to ride which was also fun and that was my day.

Today, I woke up and played with my brothers for a while then took a shower. I then helped clean the house and had a snack. We had a friend come over, watched football, and played basketball. Then we had some dinner and now I am working on chores. See you all tomorrow.

Today I went to church but this time I got up at the pulpit and spoke. I was told and not just by my parents, that it was a good talk. After church, I went home and did my exercises. After those, finished some homework and walked around the block four times which adds up to two miles. I worked on some Drivers Ed, and got to question 111 out of 179 on the scavenger hunt thing. After all of that, watched some football and dirt bike racing then came down for dinner. My grandma came over for dinner and we ate some more soup. After we played Bang which is a fun card game and now I'm journaling. I have two more essays I need to write, the community service one which we did yesterday, and the history of the Kwans. Anyway, see you guys later, I only have two...

Hey guys, today I went to church and did things there and ate a lot of food because I had a small breakfast. Then after church, exercises, walk, bike, and then my grandma came. We ate dinner, and then we played a game and I got out immediately, then I came here. I hope you had a good day bye.

Today I did my second digital detox which is really interetsing because i'm constantly bored and wanting to check my phone, lucky for me, my phone was locked away in rice prison which made it easier to not check it for I'm not constantly looking at it. During today I did 2 bike rikes, 2 days of self defence, 1 day of poomsae, and 1 day of kicks. Maybe I should do this more often.

Today I woke up and had poomsae class.  Then I went straight to lacrosse practice.  When I came home it was still a beautiful day so I played outside.  We had salmon for dinner.  My dad and sister are going to a college soccer game tonight and my mom and I are staying at home.  I'm playing some switch and after I worked on my essays.  Have a great day tomorrow. 

Hi King Tiger Family. It is Sunday! Great day. Did a bunch of requirements and got another run in, so finished running for the week. I worked on creative. It is coming along. I like it, but we shall see. Take care. 

Today was poomsae class . After that I did a session with master Marcus went home and ate breakfast. PS today my mom woke us up at 6:58 thinking  it was Monday😹.  See you later.🥋

Today woke up, and my legs were sore from all the kicks I did yesterday but I still went to poomsae class today after poomsae I had to drop off my dads Wallet after we came home I went on my mile run we stopped and did some requirements at certain spots after we came home and studied stuff That’s all for my day peace✌🏼

Loooooong day.    Blackbelt class, the instructed my JTs, then wentvto the kick a thon.  There were a lot of people kicking. Master Chelley says we easily did over 70,000 kicks in less than an hour.  I keep saying I am going to write my papers...I need to get the easy ones completed do 8 can focus on the challenging ones during my actual testing cycle.  I've looked at my book....not sure I'm going to make all my mentee requirements,  since I lost 2 weeks looking for a new one.