I first met Master Kuo Lien-Ying at the Chinatown park in San Francisco across the street from his school in 1973. I had heard that various people trained in the park very early every morning, so I practiced there from 5-7am everyday to see what usually happens.
Sifu Kuo approached me on the third day, along with a student translator. We talked for at least 30 minutes about principles and our respective training methods. I was quite impressed by him and was delighted that he noticed me and took the time to engage in a conversation. Very cool!
Subsequently, I met some of Kuo's notable students like Y.C. Chiang, Henry Look, and David Chin, mostly through CMA tournament events in the mid-1980's. All of them were exceptional martial artists and very gracious individuals. The tournaments were where I also first met Dug Corpolongo and other teachers in that lineage.
Those who are still living remain valued and respected friends to date. They are all good people and good teachers, who have much to offer to anyone who has an opportunity to learn from them.