True physical and mental toughness are usually qualities/characteristics that are one begins to develop in the later teen years…not so with Ian! As a “boy” in middle school, he has and continues to prove just what a real young man he has already become. His wonderful parents will attest to this, I can guarantee. His martial arts training has been a contributing factor for sure. I had the amazing privilege of helping tell the story of his 2nd degree Black Belt testing at Master Kim’s Talium in Wantage, NJ. His teacher is a firm and demanding expert in his field, yet his gentleness and care for his students is something I greatly admire in the short time I have now known him. To learn such important life skills in an environment like this is part of the reason why Ian has succeeded. That’s not to take away from his own skills that he so clearly demonstrated on this day. Don’t dare meet this young man in a dark alley if you’ve decided to get on his bad side. Ian, although I’m not one of your parents, I’m so proud of all that you have accomplished, and it’s been a joy to see you grown into such a fine young man over the years!!
It was such an honor to have had the opportunity to capture this time in both of your lives!
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