i would never have phrased in such a blunt manner. more wanting to share the comment with my sensei, without it appearing in a "such and such thinks i should be such and such" way.

more just sharing an experience just as he recounts endless aikido-tales. besides, would it not indirectly be a compliment of his teaching, perhaps?

should i just keep quiet, and keep the compliment to myself? (and of course, without question, and with no need to iterate - keep on training!)

thanks.