Sara wants to skate - our brave sportswoman
Covid spoiled her first attempt, but...
She has a sportswoman inside - always enthusiastic to participate and be the winner. Before Covid came, she wanted to join skating class and learn that. And I happily encouraged that time and bought her skating shoes and other kits that time, from Decathlon. Unfortunately within a month things changed and those kits became token of remembrance over last two years. Now that we are back to normal, she wanted to join the skating class again. In our current schedule, it's a bit difficult (as we are very busy looking after my son, who is about to appear his 10th board in just 4 months) to take her for the training, but after some brain-storming, me and my wife have worked out a plan and it was a YES. She deserves her share of opportunity - even though, it might be a little extra work for us.
We planned to go to the training center in the afternoon (as that is when they train the students) and for that reason, went to Decathlon to get her some new kits and if possible ask them for an exchange of the old one (that we got two years back - it was almost brand new). I knew, it was not possible but then Sara never gives up. She cleaned it very nicely and wanted me to try to convince them. She will be behind you till her job is done - very deterministic. So I allowed her to take it and try it herself. And this time it was only me and Sara - usually the entire family go together always but then my wife and my son stayed at home for his studies - ya, that is how it's going to be for next 4 months.
While she tried to convince the sales person to exchange the old one I relaxed a bit - after some time she came back and said, You were right 😀, it was a waste of time. So we went to look for a new pair.
She tried out different shoes in different sizes and finalized this one along with other kits.
But then after calculating the price, she felt it was too much for me - Girls are like this probably ? Want to save her father's pocket ? She called her friend who has joined the skating class a week back and asked from where she got her kits. And after hearing from her, she told NO to these - she would get it from the coach at a cheaper price. The sales person knows me as we have gone frequently there, so he recommended to note down the sizes and order online, if its needed. This is the major difference between online vs offline - you can try the sizes. But once you know your size, it's easy to choose based on price / color etc.
She wanted a running shoes as well - she has cleared preliminary rounds at her school in not so good old shoes. So we picked one for her - here also she was looking for cheaper ones, but then I recommended to take the one that is more comfortable. The price of knee injury is much more.
And then she wanted couple of track pants for a Leadership camp in her school that is about to happen in couple of weeks. This is where she missed her mother - she assist in choosing what will go on her.
But then I was no less by any means - I have the best choice in the family - everyone knows. So we managed to grab couple of pants after trying out 8-9 different designs. Once we were done with her shopping, she wanted me to pick something - and she assisted to choose as well.
The best way to choose is to take a photo and see how it goes on you. But then most of the time, I am pretty decided before even trying. Picked these for me. And then could not resist looking at the football section.
My next to be shoes 😃
Coming back, saw a lot of new collections for the Winter, this gentleman was a bit disappointed to not find his size. As you have seen, I have got the jacket already from my office, so I was looking for something unique to buy and see what I found :
Pretty unique to protect the ear while riding the bike and feels so nice - my son wants to take it now :) The final snap in front of a tent house before coming back - nice one for camping.
In the afternoon we took her to the skating camp and did fill up the registration form and paid the fees taking the admission.
Interestingly the wife of the main coach is an old teacher of my son with whom I was very familiar. She is managing the admission, kit details and she gave us some discount and also kept the old shoes saying, she will try to trade in as it was pretty good. In the mean while, she will give some kit to Sara to continue her training. More to come on our brave lady's training.
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skate is a fun activity and decathlon has got a nice collection of skates. I visited one of their stores recently to buy some stuffs. Enjoy sports bhai ji.
Decathlon has got nice collection of almost everything they deal with. Thank you so much.
Wow that's awesome I love kids who love sports especially when the parents support them as well keep the good work going
Well, today, many kids are not interested in sports and busy with mobile games, youtube videos etc, which is very distracting for them. So its our responsibility to see their interest and keep them engaged.
That's right
Great to see you and your wife make time for your kids. I loved skating when I saw it on TV when I was young but the shoes and helmets were scarce in Ghana. It's only rich folks who traveled to Europe and America who brought some down for their kids. Kids these days stay glued to TVs so when a kid has passion for sports, it's a great thing.
We need to keep them engaged, else Youtube or Games are their favorite.
Yes, you are right
I am still planning to go to a training center before the year ends hopefully also
Very nice dear champ. I bless you to will good success in your game. Keep it up
Thank you a lot.
Decathlon is worldwide. It's great to enjoy a sport. I have bought a smartwatch to keep track of my steps !
Nice to see you care about your children and want to give them the very best of life. Yeah, they are the most valuable assets you've got.
Interesting. She's a kind that will get what she wants and what she believes in. Very zealous and nice of her.
She is very different - not an easy task for the lady to deal with :)
She's athletic. For sure she will prosper as an athlete if she will become one, and you are a supportive father.
I think, every parent should persuade sports to their kids. Instead of mobile games, youtube etc, it teaches a lot to kids. Unfortunately, interest towards sports is fading.
That's true. Too bad, parents nowadays doesn't mind their kids being stuck playing mobile games instead
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I think that was really considerate of your daughter to want to save you the cost of spending that money, I guess some other kids wouldn't consider this. Nevertheless, she did, however, the cheaper one could come at the cost of an injury. Knee injury is costlier like you've said. Hahaha.
In fact my son is more conservative on spending money :)
This is really a kind of love they really deserve to experience from parents and am glad you are making your children Happy.
Playing my role :)
Your daughter look so brave and I think she will really be a good athlete.
excellent that you give your children the opportunity to first pursue and then achieve their dreams. Have all the success in the world
We have to show them the right path.
that's right friend and they are doing very well with their children
You have Decathlon over there? Wow, that´s cool, I love this store. Glad that your daughter managed to get what she wanted :) Btw did you buy that furry hat? Looks funny, especially in a tropical country like yours :D
I did buy that furry hat - whenever I see something unique that I like, I buy it - especially in fabrics / garments or jewelries - because, you feel like buying it and later it won't be available - experienced once and regretted, since then decided to buy it then and there. And yes, we have Decathlon here around 15 miles away.
I think the sellers must love your shopping attitude :D
You are so supportive and she's so sporty and talented. I wanted to do skating but I haven't learned it so I don't know how to.
It definitely needs some professional training.
how are you dear friend @sanjeevm good day
It's great that your daughter has finally started her training in the sport she likes, she looks great with the skating kit
Beautiful day of shopping, excellent acquisition
Enjoy it. Success for your daughter in this new beginning
Traditionally, they are always economical. But for a father, budget most of the time does not outweigh their choice, because a father has a tendency to be cleaned bowled by her daughter's wish, it's something every father wants.
Congratulation @milaan
you bought planet for 0.12 hive
you burnt part of your planet and you receive 0.14
great !!!!!
what a good friend that you have an old acquaintance there and they can help his daughter to fulfill her dream and be a great skater
Wish Sara bohut Sara happiness
My best wishes to you and your daughter!! that's a great sport to be part!
😊😉🦸♂️🧙♀️🤖👽👻🎃 BOO!
good on u for encouraging her. Roll On Sara!
ps. I like your fuzzy hat!! :)
What a great dad! Not because you buy these things, but, because you play the long game in life. Not the instant gratification for your children, but what would make them grow and what will give them pleasure. And patient! Did I say that you were patient and kind? I like that instead of taking care of asking the salesperson if they would trade it in, you allowed her to do it, I feel like I learn more when I do something rather than my mother telling me... and she understood, which is a win. So many take care of everything for their children, making them unable to do anything for themselves. Isn't experience the best teacher?
I understand being torn between obligations. I had three children who were very busy and I used to block in the weekly schedule so I could see where I needed to be and when. It is a definite challenge some days, yes?
By the way, girls are ALWAYS like this. Or perhaps all the ones I know. :) That is a good sign that you are raising her to be cognisant of her spending and price. It's not a bad thing, but, and good trait as opposed to being a spendthrift!
I am sure that with parents like you and the work ethic that your children have, they will be a success in life! Thank you for such a heartwarming post!
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Skating is SERIOUS exercise and a wonderful thing to encourage in a young woman! Great job!! Fitness and the ability to maintain it in a pleasurable way is a huge gift to a young person that will serve them their whole life long.
looks like she's very happy with the new purchase! she's a sporty !
Yes, she is sporty.