Michael Peterson

I remember Mike in the martial arts, unlike many practitioners, as a modest and humble adherent to the true principles of the art. In the ring he was a fierce competitor and outside the ring he was caring and gentle. At a tournement board breaking contest Mike and I noticed a board was staged toward the spectators where a flying broken splintered board could result in injury. Before I could get over there Mike had already moved into action catching both sections of the board and quietly walking away as if nothing happened. It was quick minded skilled and without grandiosity. One of the most amazing things I’ve seen in martial arts. Mike never got as much attention as the grand standers but was truer to himself and the philosophy. Well done my friend. I will be out of town this weekend but I will be with Mike in spirit. -Kirt Wagner