This is what we’ve received from Italy on New Year’s Eve:

“It’s almost 12 pm of the 31st of December 2005.  We have just finished training Hwa Rang Do for the last 4 hours and we’re going to eat something now.  We’re very tired, but extremely happy.

Please receive the picture of the team: Giulia, Francesco, Maura, and me.  I’m very proud of Francesco and Maura for their choice to train with their Instructor on such a day. 

Best wishes from all of us,

Hwarang forever, Marco Mattiucci”

WHRDA - Truly AWESOME!  You put all of us to shame.  Here is a toast to you “Crazy Italians.”

Merry Christmas!

Greetings from Italy;

I wish all of you merry Christmas and happy new year.

Please find herewith enclosed the picture of my family: Giulia, baby Alice, an me (Marco).

I’m sure the 2006 will be a great year for Hwa Rang Do® in the world.

Please remember that there will be a huge Hwa Rang Do® event in Italy on late June 2006… be ready I will talk to you soon!

Hwa Rang Do® forever in Italy,

Hwa Rang Do® forever in the World!!!

Marco Mattiucci - Jokyonim