Brian earned his black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in May 2016. In BJJ, after you earn your black belt you automatically get a stripe on it every three years. Since his black belt, we’ve moved away from southeast Ohio and he’s taught at two gyms in the northern Pittsburgh area. His association person flew in from California in July to give him his stripe, and Landon got to participate in the moment!

The whole crew (well, a chunk of it. This was a holiday week and a lot of folks were out of town. Landon forgot his gi.)

Looking at Dada through the glass. He’s so happy!

I baked a “healthy” chocolate cake and decorated it with the American Elite Grappling logo. Rumor has it it tasted good, but no one saved a slice for the chef.