...Dallas, Texas to be specific. New e-budo member. Sought out this forum because it was mentioned in an article I was reading on koryu. Besides japanese bujutsu, specifically kireru iai, I like keeping aquariums (both the flora and fauna of the amazonian biotope, but I like to mix in other species and plants from siam and japan as well). I like all things star wars. I come from a long line of carpenters, and enjoy woodwork a lot. My workshop is full of projects, mostly from neighbors who bring me things to "please fix". I'm going to carve a new tsuka handle in January. I also like aquatic sports, rock climbing, and most of all: spending time with my family.
I'm hoping with great yearning that I'll be able to get into a koryu here locally. I visited their dojo last week and they said it's not for everyone. Well, I'm not everyone, and I really loved what I saw. It felt right. It "fit". I plan to dive in and start working hard if I'm given the chance.
So hello everyone. I look forward to learning all there is that is available here. I love to learn.