Fencing was really great tonight! They taught us a new technique. Well, an old technique, from about the 1850s, but it’s no longer in use in modern fencing. It involved blocking with the sword pointed down instead of up. It was really fun! ^_^
We also ordered some equipment, so by next week we’ll have our own stuff and won’t have to use not-quite-fitting community equipment. I’m really excited!
I wish it was still nice out, though. If it was still summer we’d be able to practise in our backyard, but if it’s really crappy out the grass will be too slippery. We could practise out in front of the house, but I bet Guelph has some silly by-law about no swordfirghting in the street. Crazy, I know.
Here is my thumb a week and a half later:
Now I’m sitting in my jammies in front of the fireplace with a book and some tasty spanakopita. Lovely!