Have You Seen This Man?

Did I see Jim sitting on a bench at a bus stop by KCC and Diamond Head last Saturday?

The first time I walked by I said to myself "he looks familiar."

The second time I walked by I said to myself "is that Jim?"

The third time I walked by he wasn't there.

Why was I walking back and forth? Just happened to be going here and there.

Was that you Jim? Are you in Hawaii? If that was you, sorry I didn't stop.

Rugby Keeps You Young

This is Jim (a.k.a. Shizumu). Jim is 60 years old. Do you know how I know that? Because he's wearing red shorts.

In Japan when you're over 40 you wear White shorts, over 50 is Navy, over 60 is Red, over 70 is Yellow, over 80 is Purple, and over 90 is Gold.

Jim expects to eventually wear Gold shorts, but his real goal is to become the oldest rugby player in Japan. Best of luck!

Think there's not many Gold short's wearing players? I saw one photo with several Gold shorts players, and numerous players in each of the other colors. It must be the water.

Maybe there's still hope for me...

No rugby yesterday

I went down to the park yesterday, but no rugby. So sad. I was told last week that it's the off season, but I've managed to find two games in the last few weeks, so I thought I'd try my luck again. I guess I'll have to go to some practices to find out what's going on. I'll have to wait until my back clears up (it's twinging) to actually try to run around with the boys (plus I have to find my cleats and a suitable pair of shorts), but I can go see what's going on and meet some people. That's one of the great things about rugby. Once you're a rugby player, you're in the club. You can go around anywhere, find a team, and instantly be accepted. You're not just some old, out-of-shape guy hanging around, you're a rugby player without cleats or shorts.

I'll keep looking around for what's going on with rugby here in Hawaii, and I'll let you know what I find.