Tag Archives: here comes the boom

Why I Don’t Trane UFC

Posted on January 18, 2014 by moaimartialarts

I generally don’t disclose my lifelong interest in martial arts to my English classes.  The inevitable conversation ensues: You do karate?  Why are you a teacher?  You should fight in the UFC! After all, if Kevin James can do it, so can … Continue reading →

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Poetry in Motion

Posted on November 13, 2012 by moaimartialarts

I generally consider this a family-friendly blog, but please indulge me this PG-13 rated post. (It’s really not that bad!) First, a story. Teaching high school English is my day job, and we recently held an assembly on how to … Continue reading →

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