The story continues.
Caleb and Mila face a new challenge—someone driven not by power, but pain.
As the line between right and wrong begins to fracture, the Protectors face a new adversary armed with more than scars.
For the past several months, I’ve been deep in the editing process for Epic & Kimura: Heart of Hope. The manuscript goes in for its final professional line-edit at the end of May, and I’m hoping for a late June / early July release.
This story is incredibly close to my heart because through it, I’ve been able to honour someone I never thought I would—but now I’m grateful I can.
Curious?
I hope you’ll step back into the arena with us when the story releases.
Kingston's Best Kids Martial Arts
Here at Jung Do Martial Arts, we are committed to making you feel welcome and appreciated at our school!
Our approach to martial arts training at the Jung Do Martial Arts Academy is distinct from other schools in that we utilize martial arts as a vehicle to teach a combination of essential life skills that enable children to effectively deal with lifes challenges. Our teaching is based on traditional aspects of martial arts philosophies combined with conflict education, tactical communication, and stress management ensuring our aim of educating the whole child is accomplished.
What would you do if someone pressured you to hurt another?
�What if it was two people…�What if it was five?
One of our students faced that moment.
Five boys wanted him to attack someone who was alone—�to prove his skill.�To show what he could do.
He was tested.�He passed.
He didn’t strike.�He stood.
Because at our school, skill isn’t just about what you can do—�it’s about what you choose to do.
Part of our student oath is to be a positive role model.�To make others feel accepted.�To encourage, not harm.
That boy was alone.�He needed a friend.
And in that moment—�our student gave him one.
Courage isn’t just about getting better…�it’s about being better.
05/03/2026
Small team. Big impact.
We had an incredible day at the International Kids Ontario. Our crew may have been small—but they showed up strong.
Lyanna and Harvey stepped on the mat and left it all out there:
• 5 total matches
• 4 wins
• Growth you can’t measure on a scoreboard
Lyanna came back and beat an opponent who had defeated her 15–0 last year. That’s what resilience looks like.
Harvey secured two submissions—including a beautiful triangle to armbar combo. Precision under pressure.
It takes courage to step on the mat and compete.
But every single time you do… you step off stronger.
Proud of you both. This is just the beginning.
StrongerEveryTime Valorix
04/23/2026
Confidence isn’t something you’re born with. It’s something you build.
It starts with a simple idea:
- Trusting yourself to do what’s in front of you.
So how do you build that trust?
You show up.
You push… even when you don’t feel like it.
That’s courage.
And every time you choose it, your confidence grows.
These Power Bar kids did exactly that over the last month—showing up, pushing through, and earning that trust in themselves.
Well done, everyone. Keep pushing.
GrowthMindset EarnedNotGiven Discipline Resilience StrongKids
04/21/2026
Epic & Kimura: Heart of Hope
Coming this summer.
Every scar tells a story.
Some are seen.
All are carried.
This is explored both.
I’m excited to share that Epic & Kimura: Heart of Hope—Book 2—will be released this summer.
This story goes deeper. It’s a little darker… and more powerful than the first.
I can’t wait to share it with you.
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