Mrs. Trudy Carroll

Independent Beauty Consultant, Mary Kay Cosmetics

2000 CO. State Champion in 39+ Women's Div

World Black Belt Female Martial Artist of the Month June 2000

I was 50 yrs old when I took up Song Moo Kwan, Tae Kwon Do with Bendell Karate. I received my black belt in 4 yrs; not bad for an 'Old Woman'. People laugh when I say that, but I'm proud of my accomplishments. I believe the Martial Arts is what is keeping me going, both mentally and physically.

Even though I had shoulder surgery in 2001, and recent back surgery, I can still function very well. I attribute this to the martial arts, which keeps me fit. I also feel that every child should have some form of the martial arts for self-protection, and especially for the self-confidence and discipline that they build.