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I first tried out BJJ in about February of 2001 and tapped to Pete Rogers' Side Control (pressure to the solar plexus), I stuck with BJJ ever since then and still tap a lot.
So after nearly 11 years, 3 clubs, 2 cities, one marriage, 2 kids, 1 gold, a few silver and several bronze medals (as well as lots of taps), 1 full shoulder reco, 1 full grade 3 LCL rupture, 2 broken fingers, several popped elbows, various black eyes, many coaches, many students, a few tantrums and 100s of new friendships, I have finally reached brown belt. BJJ is definitely a life's persuit....
Thanks everyone for being in my life and contributing to my experience.