Rai, you've known from a very young age that you have friends in Japan. Our friend Taka and his

family have been your continuous benefactors throughout your first year of life, sending cards, clothing, and uniquely Japanese items your way for no reason other than that they are incredibly generous and kind. Several days after your birthday, the latest package arrived and inside, a very special gift.
Son goku, one of the main characters in the Japanese manga and

anime Dragonball, wears an orange shirt with the kanji character for 'turtle' on it. This has nothing to do with his speed and everything to do with the martial arts style that he is a master of. The mantle or, in this case, t-shirt, of Son goku has been passed on to

you and, with it, a great responsibility.
Wearing this shirt, you are not only harnessing the fighting style of the turtle but are also obligated to protect as Son goku does. Remember that, little Rai, every time you don the mark of the turtle.
You Go little turtle!
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