Tag Archives: teaching

Paddling

Posted on November 29, 2020 by alaindesade

P is difficult letter for me Peas and bees are some of my P favourites to confuse Pasta I eat every day People heard laughing at me Paddling I try in vain Paddling through life scared. … November 28, 2020

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Noise outside

Posted on February 20, 2020 by alaindesade

So a hundred student lined up For the latest kata the Shifu Will demonstrate The Sensei will dance the steps The teacher, who is standing in readiness, Will part with his knowledge To the benefit of the lined human bodies … Continue reading →

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Class disarray

Posted on February 19, 2020 by alaindesade

A teacher stands in despair Another student leaves noisily A chaos of restless bodies Another question marks The crowd lacking the listening skill The same answer is given the hundredth time A teacher stands in despair Observing unruly class Observing … Continue reading →

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