Joy Thru Movement and eat your cake too!

Friday, November 22nd, the Minnesota teachers and students of T’ai Chi Chih Joy Thru Movement gathered to celebrate Justin’s birthday [which is on November 20th]. The event was hosted by Ron Barker and about 30 people attended.

First we did a practice of the T.C.C. movements which was led by Joe Apt. Then Judy George led a rededication ceremony for the group. It was a great practice and the ceremony was a time for us all to think about what Justin has given us in the T.C.C. discipline. Then we sang Happy Birthday to Justin! The evening was concluded by birthday cake and tea. We made a few announcements and highlighted the available T.C.C. programs/retreats in the upcoming months.

It was great to overhear the conversations at each table — folks catching up on personal news, discussions about teaching and practicing the T.C.C. movements and discussions about the strengths and weaknesses of our local community (to develop a website or should we host more retreats?). This gathering is special because we include students and it is great to hear about their ideas.

Thank you Justin for all and Happy Birthday from Minnesota!