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As a parent it takes a long time for the results of your efforts to become visible.
I try to tell myself that if the kids are still in once piece at the end of the day, I've done a good job. But somehow that seems setting the parenting bar a bit too low.
I also want them to become kindhearted and healthy human beings. And when they're whining things like: 'Mom, he's looking at me funny!' it can be hard to see those things in them.
So I'm delighted to report my fourteen year old daughter has taken up running! She's downloaded a couch to 5K programme, and is thoroughly enjoying herself. And I'm going to take the credit for this! Yes I am! I like to think that because she's seen me going out for my run, come rain or shine for 12 years now, I've inspired her to do the same.
I love to see this result coming in!
Running by example
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Nicole Orriëns
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Nicole Orriëns
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Hi there, I'm Nicole Orriëns. I started my first blog in 2001 and now I'm a very happy fulltime blogger.
I own several blogs. Here are some: huisvlijt, ren mama, ren!, en bloggen en loggen
You can also find me at LinkedIn
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That's awesome! My kids never really took to running, but they both incorporate regular exercise into their daily routine. I like to think it's because we set an example for them. I have learned through my 21+ yrs of being a parent that what you DO makes a much bigger impression on them than what you SAY.
Good job setting such a good example!
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