Friday, March 27, 2009
Have picture....... need something to put it on !
Last December I posted a picture of Robby at an advanced karate training where he was chosen by Sensei Okazaki, the very man who trained under Sensei Funakoshi who started Shotokan karate in Okinawa . After training under Master Funakoshi, Sensei Okazaki was sent to the United States to bring us Shotokan. Sensei Okazaki did one better than bring us Shotokan karate though, he also started the ISKF (International Shotokan karate federation)Even though Sensei Okazaki is getting up in age, he still does a few of these trainings. The last training that he did in our region was in December when he picked Robby to assist him in a demonstration. Luckily Mike got a snap shot of them bowing to each other before the demonstration. I have prized this shot since I seen it taken and wanted to have it put on something special for Robby. The problem is that Robby has no use for a coffee mug ( he does not drink hot beverages) he has no interest in playing cards nor puzzles , I am looking for longer lasting than a T shirt, and a "magazine cover" cheapens the authenticity of the whole shot. What does that leave me with ? Not much ! I could get a poster done or even a clock for his room but I wanted something more usable. perhaps a planner for next school year, but his school supplies him with one. Perhaps a clock for his room, but that still isn't what I had in mind. After months of thought I had it. A water bottle would be ideal. He could use it and it would be special and it was perfect.It was settled I was going to order a water bottle for Easter, but guess what ? The photo places at Wal Mart, Walgreen's, Rite aid, etc. don't carry water bottles anymore ! OK I thought there is always E bay but unless I want to spend $30 once shipping is added there are none to be found. Grrrrr I guess it is back to the drawing board.