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Author: SouthPacificConcrete
Lawrence Ramirez is Sifu and Founder of South Pacific Concrete & Masonry LLC. With over 30 years experience in commercial and residential Concrete Construction experience. Lawrence is also Sifu of Pacific Wing Chun Kung Fu Association of Kailua Kona, Hawaii, Certified Chief Instructor for Hawaii Wing Chun Kung Fu association, and member at the VTAA Hong Kong. You may contact the Association at:
http://www.pacificwingchunassociation.com/
http://pacificwingchun.com
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Peace, Blessings and Much Respect,
lrs
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