the lessons of self-defense

My own unique mastered 
martial art: Tai Chi Do 
never fails to kick in 
slow motion leg 
and hand strikes, 
sweeps and blocks, 

with balance, poise 
and acumen. 

It's quite relaxing. 
Best with two: 
one mastered, 
mistressed 
martial 
art. 

We used to do it 
often at home.
Alas, she's gone. 

We danced apart