Theme for my blog

December 4th, 2007 at 1:35 · Filed Under Blogging, Karate, Okinawa, Philosophy, Training Journal 

Ever since I revamped my blog to give it a new look in October, I received quite a number of correspondence from my regular readers and fans. They asked me why “The Eccentric Logic of An Eclectic Mind”. Well, another similar representation of the theme (as portrayed in New Look), it is vicariously a random experience and non-concentric logical reasoning of my mind by which referring and/or combining various elements such as philosophy in karate and those seen through my eyes.

This theme is graphically represented by the random header images which I made from photos I took on Okinawa while I was having a walk at the ruins of Zakimi castle. I took some photos of flowers and plants, scenery and artifacts.

This is my favorite. Before I came to Okinawa, I was quite lost in karate. All my surroundings seemed to be thick stone walls. Suddenly, I found an exit, which led me to the Sky! This also signifies my understanding of “karate” as Sky Hand as Seizan Sensei told me. In Uechi-Ryu Zankai, karate-do is like the sky, without border and endless. People build walls surrounding themselves and others to restrict seeking of knowledge and truth as well as to protect their own benefits. I am glad that I have found an exit to this confinement.

These images indicate the road ahead is difficult and the woods on both sides represent challenges, confusions and distractions which can easily get lost in. Fortunately, there is a small road that leads to the destination. The road, as if Uechi-Ryu Zankai.

The gardener on the left represents Toyama Sensei. The two trees represent Seizan Sensei and Sumako Senpai (as well as other Sensei and Senpai) setting a goal for me to reach up there.

These two images are made of floral and artifacts found at Zakimi Castle site. No special significant meaning.

This is an image of some surf boards at Torii Beach. No significant meaning. Just a photography image.

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2 Responses to “Theme for my blog”

  • Ana on December 4th, 2007 22:30 1

    Hi Adrian, how have you been? I am sorry I didn’t get to response to your message-return your visit. Anyway, it’s been a while that I didn’t make it here. Your blog looks great, I like those flowers, they are neat. As for the caffiene, thanks for the input, my husband couldn’t drink any strong coffee because his stomach would bleed, he has an ulcer he said. Coffee may taste good, but causes bad health effects. Okay, till here. I appreciate the kind comments and info about coffee and caffiene. I do try to go to bed early to avoid anything anymore.

  • Adrian Hoe on December 4th, 2007 23:32 2

    Hi Ana,

    You are most welcome and thanks for visiting again.

    It is ok. I knew you were busy.

    I don’t drink much coffee and I always drink decaf. I hope Rick’s stomach ulcer is not too bad. Take good care and my best of health to everyone there.

    I have not been surfing to other blog for a while because I was doing writing some articles and also busy with numerous things including helping my wife to setup her new business.

    I noticed your new blue look at your blog. It is nicer and neater than the pink one.

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