"Don't fear failure. - Not failure, but low aim, is the crime. In great attempts it is glorious even to fail."
42 years after his death, he is still remembered.
My friend Tana and I visited Bruce Lee's grave with five kids in tow, including two martial arts students. It was a quiet moment in the midst of a crazy, laughter filled day. I had worried the kids wouldn't know how to handle the cemetery with respect, or rather, wouldn't be able to contain their spontaneous energy. However, as we stood quietly around the grave, one of the kids, Josh, told us stories about Bruce Lee from his book and we took it all in: the sunshine on a brisk spring day, the stunning view of Lake Washington, the fresh flowers and candles surrounding the grave, the respect.
Lake Washington in the distance.
The pall bearers at Bruce Lee's funeral included Steve McQueen, James Coburn, George Lazenby and Chuck Norris. He was a truly exceptional person who has inspired so many with his wisdom and discipline and sheer determination. I'm glad we had the chance to pay our respects in person.
"I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once. I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times."
“The doubters said,
"Man can not fly,"
The doers said,
"Maybe, but we'll try,"
And finally soared
In the morning glow
While non-believers
Watched from below.”
-All quotes by Bruce Lee
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