- Or, why my Si Hings are the best si hings on the planet.

Tonight was my first experience "sparring," as it were. I didn't quite know what to expect, so naturally, I was a bit nervous. So, I'd like to thank my si hings for their patience and advice. They took it easy on me this first time, which was really cool of them.

And... I learned some things. (1.) cardio. (2.) keeping the fight a close-in fight removes a lot of kicking potential from my opponent. (3.) I need to work on a lot.

My main question and area of difficulty is dealing with taller chaps, since their straight punch is perfectly level with my skull - how to deal with this. (i.e. I run into the strikes with my forehead) If I attempt to keep the battle inside and close, then it leaves me vulnerable for these direct hits. It seems like my left arm has to always be thrown over my head to deal with these sorts of strikes. Ideas?