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	<title>Team HMAC</title>
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	<description>Modern Arnis and Aikido in Columbus, OH</description>
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		<title>NSI/Modern Arnis Camp with Datu Kelly Worden, Apr 2008</title>
		<link>http://www.teamhmac.com/past-events/nsimodern-arnis-camp-with-datu-kelly-worden-apr-2008/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2008 15:41:53 +0000</pubDate>
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Unfortunately, the Datu Kelly Worden camp has been <strong>CANCELLED</strong> due the unexpected cancellation of Datu Worden&#8217;s flight by American Airlines. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
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<p>United Modern Arnis presents Datu Kelly Worden at the Hilliard Martial Arts Center!</p>
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<h3>Mark your calendars</h3>
<dl class="event">
<dt>When</dt>
<dd>Friday, April 11 : 6pm-8:30pm<br />
Saturday, April 12 : 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm<br />
Sunday, April 13 : 9am-12pm</dd>
<dt>Where?</dt>
<dd><a href="http://www.teamhmac.com">Hilliard Martial Arts Center</a>, Hilliard, OH (<a href="http://www.teamhmac.com/location">find us</a>)</dd>
<dt>Who?</dt>
<dd><a href="http://www.kellyworden.com">Datu Kelly Worden</a> will be conducting this exciting Natural Spirit International camp.</dd>
<dd>Kelly S. Worden, proclaimed by the late Professor Remy Presas as the First American Datu and Senior Blademaster of Modern Arnis.</p>
<p>He has over 35 years martial arts experience and is the author of over 20 internationally acclaimed instructional videos.  Former weapon&#8217;s editor for Full Contact and Fighting Knives magazines, Datu Worden has been the author of numerous articles on reality based self-defense and weapons training.</p>
<p>Experience he then passed along to the 1st Special Forces Group as their trainer for several years.  In 2006 he was a guest trainer and speaker at the Illinois Tactical Officers Association.  Learn more at: <a href="http://www.kellyworden.com">www.kellyworden.com</a>.
</dd>
<dt>What?</dt>
<dd>You&#8217;ll learn single stick, double stick, long-pole, empty-hand work and translations from stick drills, as well as travel wrench.  Specifically:</p>
<dl>
<dt>Friday, April 11th :</dt>
<dd>Knife tactics, travel wrench</dd>
<dt>Saturday, April 12th :</dt>
<dd>Single stick, double stick, empty-hand, and anyos (forms/kata)</dd>
<dt>Sunday, April 13th :</dt>
<dd>Sibat (long-pole/staff)</dd>
</dl>
<p>Download the flyer:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href='http://www.teamhmac.com/wp-content/uploads/worden_april2008.pdf' title=''>Datu Worden April 2008 Camp</a></li>
</ul>
</dd>
<dt>How much?</dt>
<dd>
<p>The full cost of the seminar is $175 at the door, or $150 if you pre-register by April 4th.  Session rate is $50 per session.  Please contact Dan with your desire to pre-register and submit payment via check to:</p>
<p><addr>Dan McConnell<br />
5176 Green Castle Ct<br />
Columbus, OH 43221-5269</addr>
</dd>
<dt>Keep in mind</dt>
<dd>
<ul>
<li>Preregistration for the seminar ends <strong>April 4, 2008</strong>.  Make checks payable to &#8220;Dan McConnell&#8221;;  if preregistering, send them to the address listed above with a postmark date on or prior to the deadline</li>
<li>Open to men and women aged 16 or older; 16 - 18 year-olds require parental consent</li>
<li>Wear comfortable clothing (also, we will be training on our mat, so bear in mind you can&#8217;t wear shoes)</li>
<li>Training supplies will be available for use as well as purchase</li>
<li>No previous experience necessary; all are welcome!</li>
</ul>
</dd>
</dl>
<p>Come and train!
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		<title>Women&#8217;s Self-Defense Seminar, March 2008</title>
		<link>http://www.teamhmac.com/past-events/womens-self-defense-seminar-march-2008/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2008 19:37:59 +0000</pubDate>
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<h3>Mark your calendars</h3>
<dl class="event">
<dt>When</dt>
<dd>Sunday, March 9, 2008 : 1pm - 5pm</dd>
<dt>Where?</dt>
<dd><a href="http://teamhmac.com">Hilliard Martial Arts Center</a>, Hilliard, OH.  (<a href="http://teamhmac.com/location">Find us</a>)</dd>
<dt>Who?</dt>
<dd>Master Dan McConnell will be conducting this practical self-defense seminar for women</dd>
<dt>What?</dt>
<dd>
<h4>Women&#8217;s Self Defense &#8212; Level I</h4>
<p>A women&#8217;s-only self-defense seminar.  The seminar will provide practical self-defense techniques and strategies that are quick and easy to learn, and which are effective regardless of strength or size.  Participants practice the application of their new skills against mock attackers.</p>
<p>Among some of the topics discussed and scenarios considered for the seminar are:</p>
<ul>
<li>Discussion on how to be aware of your surroundings and minimizing your likelihood of being targeted</li>
<li>Defense against an aggressor coming up from behind you</li>
<li>Defense against an aggressor who has taken hold of one or both arms</li>
<li>Defense against an aggressor choking you</li>
<li>Using your environment for protection and/or as weapons</li>
<li>Full contact practice of techniques on padded aggressor</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Download the flier!</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href='http://teamhmac.com/wp-content/uploads/womens-self-defense-mar2008.pdf' title='Womens Self Defense seminar March 2008 flier'>Women&#8217;s Self Defense seminar March 2008 flier</a></li>
</ul>
</dd>
<dt>How much?</dt>
<dd>The seminar is $55 at the door, or $50 if you come as a group of 3 or more people.</dd>
<dt>Keep in mind</dt>
<dd>
<ul>
<li>Please preregister for the seminar by <strong>March 2nd</strong> to let us know you are coming.</li>
<li>The seminar fee is $55 per person at the door, or $50 per person if you come as a group of 3 or more friends and/or family members (discounted rate will apply to all members of the group).</li>
<li>Women aged 16 or older; 16 - 18 year-olds require parental consent</li>
<li>Wear comfortable clothing (also, we will be training on our mat, so bear in mind you can&#8217;t wear shoes)</li>
<li>No previous experience necessary; all women are welcome!</li>
</ul>
</dd>
</dl>
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		<title>Modern Arnis Seminar with Master McConnell, Nov 2007</title>
		<link>http://www.teamhmac.com/past-events/modern-arnis-seminar-with-master-mcconnell-nov-2007/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Oct 2007 14:44:01 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Modern Arnis seminar with Master Dan McConnell at the Hilliard Martial Arts Center!</p>
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<h3>Mark your calendars</h3>
<dl class="event">
<dt>When</dt>
<dd>Saturday, November 3, 2007 : 9am - 12pm, 1pm - 4pm, 6pm - 8pm</dd>
<dt>Where?</dt>
<dd><a href="http://hillliardmartialarts.com">Hilliard Martial Arts Center</a>, Hilliard, OH</dd>
<dt>Who?</dt>
<dd>Master Dan McConnell will be conducting this exciting Modern Arnis seminar</dd>
<dt>What?</dt>
<dd>You&#8217;ll learn single-stick, double-stick, empty-hand work and translations from stick drills, as well as travel wrench.  Specifically:</p>
<dl>
<dt>Morning, 9am - 12pm</dt>
<dd>Knife, travel wrench</dd>
<dt>Afternoon, 1pm - 4pm</dt>
<dd>Single stick, empty-hand, joint locks, and ground work</dd>
<dt>Evening, 6pm - 8pm</dt>
<dd>Advanced topics/techniques, including knife and Sibat (Filipino long pole) (techniques taught during this session will assume students have at least a basic understanding of Modern Arnis and/or the ability to quickly pick up more advanced techniques)</dd>
</dl>
<p><strong>Download the flier!</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href='http://teamhmac.com/wp-content/uploads/hmac_nov3-07_sem.pdf' title='Modern Arnis Seminar November 2007 flier'>Modern Arnis Seminar November 2007 flier</a></li>
</ul>
</dd>
<dt>How much?</dt>
<dd>The seminar is $120 at the door, or $95 if you preregister.  Or $40 per session.</dd>
<dt>Keep in mind</dt>
<dd>
<ul>
<li>Preregistration for the seminar ends <strong>October 27, 2007</strong>.  Make checks payable to &#8220;Dan McConnell&#8221;;  if preregistering, send payment, with a postmark date on or prior to the deadline, to:
<p><addr>Dan McConnell<br />
5176 Green Castle Ct<br />
Columbus, OH 43221-5269</addr>
</li>
<li>Open to men and women aged 16 or older; 16 - 18 year-olds require parental consent</li>
<li>Wear comfortable clothing (also, we will be training on our mat, so bear in mind you can&#8217;t wear shoes)</li>
<li>Training supplies will be available for use as well as purchase</li>
<li>No previous experience necessary; all are welcome!</li>
</ul>
</dd>
</dl>
<p>Come and train!
</p></div>
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		<title>Demonstrations at the Asian Festival</title>
		<link>http://www.teamhmac.com/past-events/demonstrations-at-the-asian-festival/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2007 02:55:24 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Both the Aikido and Modern Arnis groups from the Hilliard Martial Arts Center will be giving demonstrations of their respective arts at this year&#8217;s Asian Festival.</p>
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<h3>Mark your calendars</h3>
<dl class="event">
<dt>When</dt>
<dd class="when">Saturday, May 26 : 11:35am - 12pm (Aikido), 12:30pm - 12:55pm (Modern Arnis)<br />
Sunday, May 27 : 12:15pm - 1:10pm (Aikido), 1:55pm - 2:25pm (Modern Arnis)
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<dt>Where?</dt>
<dd>At the <a href="http://asian-festival.org/index.do">Asian Festival</a>, held annually in Franklin Park in Columbus, OH</dd>
<dt>Who?</dt>
<dd>Aikido and Modern Arnis students from the HMAC</dd>
<dt>What?</dt>
<dd>Aikido and Modern Arnis students will be giving 20-25 minute demonstrations of their respective arts on the martial arts stage.</dd>
<dt>How much?</dt>
<dd>The Asian Festival itself, and the viewing of martial arts demonstrations, are free.</dd>
<dt>Keep in mind</dt>
<dd>
<ul>
<li>We&#8217;ll be passing out fliers at the end of the demonstrations for those interested in learning more about us.</li>
</ul>
</dd>
</dl>
<p>Come and check us out!
</p></div>
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		<title>Modern Arnis Seminar with Guro McConnell</title>
		<link>http://www.teamhmac.com/past-events/modern-arnis-seminar-with-guro-mcconnell/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 12 May 2007 19:50:22 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Just announced Modern Arnis seminar with Guro Dan McConnell at the Hilliard Martial Arts Center!</p>
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<h3>Mark your calendars</h3>
<dl class="event">
<dt>When</dt>
<dd>Saturday, June 9, 2007 : 1pm - 5pm</dd>
<dt>Where?</dt>
<dd><a href="http://hillliardmartialarts.com">Hilliard Martial Arts Center</a>, Hilliard, OH</dd>
<dt>Who?</dt>
<dd>Guro Dan McConnell will be conducting this exciting Modern Arnis seminar</dd>
<dt>What?</dt>
<dd>You&#8217;ll learn single-stick, double-stick, empty-hand work and translations from stick drills, as well as travel wrench.</dd>
<dt>How much?</dt>
<dd>The seminar is $70 at the door, or $55 if you preregister.</dd>
<dt>Keep in mind</dt>
<dd>
<ul>
<li>Preregistration for the seminar ends <strong>June 2, 2007</strong>.  Make checks payable to &#8220;Dan McConnell&#8221;;  if preregistering, send payment, with a postmark date on or prior to the deadline, to:
<p><addr>Dan McConnell<br />
5176 Green Castle Ct<br />
Columbus, OH 43221-5269</addr>
</li>
<li>Open to men and women aged 16 or older; 16 - 18 year-olds require parental consent</li>
<li>Wear comfortable clothing (also, we will be training on our mat, so bear in mind you can&#8217;t wear shoes)</li>
<li>Training supplies will be available for use as well as purchase</li>
<li>No previous experience necessary; all are welcome!</li>
</ul>
</dd>
</dl>
<p>Come and train!
</p></div>
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		<title>Ohio Modern Arnis Camp with Master Ken Smith and Master Dan McConnell</title>
		<link>http://www.teamhmac.com/past-events/modern-arnis-camp-with-master-ken-smith/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 12 May 2007 19:38:16 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ohio Modern Arnis Camp featuring Master of Tapi-Tapi Ken Smith and Master Dan McConnell at the Hilliard Martial Arts Center!</p>
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<h3>Mark your calendars</h3>
<dl class="event">
<dt>When</dt>
<dd>Friday, August 10 : 6pm-9pm<br />
Saturday, August 11 : 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm, 5pm-8pm<br />
Sunday, August 12 : 9am-12pm</dd>
<dt>Where?</dt>
<dd><a href="http://www.teamhmac.com">Hilliard Martial Arts Center</a>, Hilliard, OH (<a href="http://www.teamhmac.com/location">find us</a>)</dd>
<dt>Who?</dt>
<dd>Master of Tapi-Tapi <a href="http://www.islanderskarate.com">Ken Smith</a> and Master <a href="http://www.teamhmac.com/instructors/dan">Dan McConnell</a> will be conducting this exciting Modern Arnis camp</dd>
<dt>What?</dt>
<dd>
<p>This is a first time event!  Master Ken Smith and Master Dan McConnell team up to bring you an action-packed weekend camp.  Both trained by Grandmaster Remy A. Presas, they have known and trained together for over 10 years.  With their combined knowledge, this camp will be a learning experience for all who come.  If you are looking to add some weapons training to what you do or you are searching for some new ways of training, this camp is a must.  If you are the skilled Arnisador looking for new ideas and drills, this is the camp to make.</p>
<p>Master Dan will teach some knife techniques that are easy to learn and deadly effective.  Master Ken will teach pressure point work in all his techniques.  So if you want to learn how to get on the nerves (ha, ha) sign up today!!!</p>
<p>At this camp, Master Ken and Master Dan will teach:</p>
<ul>
<li>Sinawali Boxing</li>
<li>Joint locks and takedowns</li>
<li>Traditional striking styles</li>
<li>Kata and breakdown of kata</li>
<li>Knife defenses</li>
<li>Lots of Tapi-Tapi (counter for counter)</li>
<li>Lots of stick work</li>
</ul>
<p>Fliers:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href='http://www.teamhmac.com/wp-content/uploads/ohio2007camp-front1.jpg' title='Ohio Modern Arnis Camp 2007 flier (front)'>Ohio Modern Arnis Camp 2007 flier (front &#8212; the registration form to submit via mail)</a></li>
<li><a href='/wp-content/uploads/ohio2007camp-backb.jpg' title='Modern Arnis Camp 2007 flier (back)'>Modern Arnis Camp 2007 flier (back)</a></li>
</ul>
</dd>
<dt>How much?</dt>
<dd>
<p>The full cost of the seminar is $250 at the door.  A 10% early registration discount is available if you preregister.  Session rate is $50 per session.  Print out the registration form (above) and submit payment via check to:</p>
<p><addr>Dan McConnell<br />
5176 Green Castle Ct<br />
Columbus, OH 43221-5269</addr>
</dd>
<dt>Keep in mind</dt>
<dd>
<ul>
<li>Preregistration for the seminar ends <strong>July 25, 2007</strong>.  Make checks payable to &#8220;Dan McConnell&#8221;;  if preregistering, send them to the address listed above with a postmark date on or prior to the deadline</li>
<li>Open to men and women aged 16 or older; 16 - 18 year-olds require parental consent</li>
<li>Wear comfortable clothing (also, we will be training on our mat, so bear in mind you can&#8217;t wear shoes)</li>
<li>Training supplies will be available for use as well as purchase</li>
<li>No previous experience necessary; all are welcome!</li>
</ul>
</dd>
</dl>
<p>Come and train!
</p></div>
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		<title>Women&#8217;s Self-Defense Seminar</title>
		<link>http://www.teamhmac.com/past-events/womens-self-defense-seminar-june-2007/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2007 19:40:59 +0000</pubDate>
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<h3>Mark your calendars</h3>
<dl class="event">
<dt>When</dt>
<dd>Sunday, November 11, 2007 : 1pm - 5pm</dd>
<dt>Where?</dt>
<dd><a href="http://teamhmac.com">Hilliard Martial Arts Center</a>, Hilliard, OH.  (<a href="http://teamhmac.com/location">Find us</a>)</dd>
<dt>Who?</dt>
<dd>Master Dan McConnell will be conducting this practical self-defense seminar for women</dd>
<dt>What?</dt>
<dd>
A women&#8217;s-only self-defense seminar.  The seminar will provide practical self-defense techniques and strategies that are quick and easy to learn, and which are effective regardless of strength or size.  Participants practice the application of their new skills against mock attackers.</p>
<p>Among some of the topics discussed and scenarios considered for the seminar are:</p>
<ul>
<li>Discussion on how to be aware of your surroundings and minimizing your likelihood of being targeted</li>
<li>Defense against an aggressor coming up from behind you</li>
<li>Defense against an aggressor who has taken hold of one or both arms</li>
<li>Defense against an aggressor choking you</li>
<li>Using your environment for protection and/or as weapons</li>
<li>Full contact practice of techniques on padded aggressor</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Download the flier!</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href='http://teamhmac.com/wp-content/uploads/womens-self-defense-nov2007.pdf' title='Womens Self Defense seminar November 2007 flier'>Women&#8217;s Self Defense seminar November 2007 flier</a></li>
</ul>
</dd>
<dt>How much?</dt>
<dd>The seminar is $55 at the door, or $50 if you come as a group of 3 or more people.</dd>
<dt>Keep in mind</dt>
<dd>
<ul>
<li>Please preregister for the seminar by <strong>November 9th</strong> to let us know you are coming.</li>
<li>The seminar fee is $55 per person at the door, or $50 per person if you come as a group of 3 or more friends and/or family members (discounted rate will apply to all members of the group).</li>
<li>Women aged 16 or older; 16 - 18 year-olds require parental consent</li>
<li>Wear comfortable clothing (also, we will be training on our mat, so bear in mind you can&#8217;t wear shoes)</li>
<li>No previous experience necessary; all women are welcome!</li>
</ul>
</dd>
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		<title>Time Flies</title>
		<link>http://www.teamhmac.com/blog/time-flies/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2007 14:06:14 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>WHOA! TIME SURE FLIES.</p>
<p>It seems I&#8217;ve been slow on the blog lately. Things have been busy around here.</p>
<p>I&#8217;ll give it some thought and post something soon. My, how it seems that time flies by so fast sometimes.</p>
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		<title>For Your Consideration</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I recently had the opportunity to compare two pistols, side by side. A Ruger .40 caliber (top pic) and a Taurus 24/7 9mm ( bottom pic and Pistol Of The Year in &#8216;05).</p>
<p>I was told by the Rangemaster that I may be surprised by the lack of noticeable difference in recoil between the two.</p>
<p>I first fired 25 rounds form the Taurus, taking particular notice of the recoil. Then I fired the same number of rounds from the Ruger. The difference in recoil wsa nearly un noticeable, just like the man said. Then I fired a bunch more rounds from both just because it&#8217;s fun!</p>
<p>What I like about the Taurus is the grip. It is comfortabel in my hand and a pleasure to shoot. What I like about the Ruger is the control for a larger caliber pistol compared to a 9mm. Actually, I really like them both. I just happened to own the Taurus.</p>
<p>Please own responsibly.</p>
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		<title>Good People</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2006 19:18:56 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most people understand that there is a difference between friendship, or commeraderie, and being seen with someone, or being able to say they &#8220;know&#8221; someone in an attempt to advance their position. Some reading this will understand it&#8217;s meaning better than others.</p>
<p>Friendship, or commeraderie includes such things as trust, honesty, loyalty, integrity, caring and love. It is more important to surround ourselves with people who care about us than to try to make ourselves look good by using half truths, or outright lies, or by trying to make others look bad. People who do the later must be compensating for something and are missing the more important qualities mentioned earlier.</p>
<p>Those who have had people like this cross our paths are fortunate to have had them only cross our paths. Afterwrads, sometimes, there is a time of healing or forgiveness. This is when our strength of character grows. Sometimes it takes a little longer, but people of strong character will make this effort and become better people.</p>
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