Day 2683: Together.

Curtis: ballpoint pen quick drawing on a journal page.

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Genbu Kai's Annual Awards Banquet 2019

always a special night.

Angelo & Vinci's, Fullerton, CA

This year after Thanksgiving & that holiday rush,

but in keeping with our thanks for Demura Sensei,

our Genbu-Kai organization, families & friends gather.

We have a glue that binds us, even when we are apart.

Denura Sensei and Dan McGeough, our MC for thr event.

I didn't catch everyone, but I did try.

Twins, Families, Couples, Singles, Kids with Parents.

 

     

     Time for reuniting and sharing. 

        A happy dressed-up family

Thank you Demura Sensei ...

for your inspiration, guidance, knowledge & patience.

We treasure & celebrate you.

Happy Birthday to my Mom.

Dad, Mom & me @4 on her 30th birthday. 

Sky Room, Long Beach, CA 1945

A smile for Sunday ...

Day 2666: Conferment Ceremony.

Geisha series #17: old print, junk mail collage & digital.

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Last May, Demura Sensei asked me if I would attend an 

event in LA in November? I said yes. I had no plans.

A Conferment Ceremony of Foreign Minister’s Commendation to Mr. Fumio Demura. He was to conferred, receiving a special award from the Japanese government for promoting mutual understanding through Karate between Japan and the USA.

The event was held at the beautiful residence of Japan 

Consul General Muto and Mrs. Akira Muto in Hancock Park.

   There were a few rules and restrictions.

           "All street parking is restricted in the neighborhood. 

           Please obtain a Parking Permit at the entrance of the       

               Official Residence prior to parking your car."

 

"Regarding rules about photography: windows and doors 

(from the inside and outside), and the exterior of the residence 

may not be included in any photography or video recordings."

 

After the ceremony, we went to the garden for a group photo.

Then to the reception area for refreshments.

A very special day, we students were so happy for you,

Demura Sensei and for the invitation to join you 

to celebrate your honor.

*Special thanks to Roy Center & Mei Okumura for photography.

And to George & Carole Suzuki for taking me with them.

Special thanks to George for enduring 2 back seat drivers.

 

FB Throwback Thursday:

Demura Sensei & Eeyore, Nakamura Party, 2017

A smile for Thursday ...