surprise surprise
By jazel_juan
@jazel_juan (15746)
Philippines
November 12, 2012 3:15am CST
See my daughter is not like any other kid who would show off what she got.. at school, she would do well but one that does not strive to be on stage and get medals..as long as she is learning and happy that is fine, and that is fine with us too...
Last quarter, i told her she could do a lot more than what she can do, and surprisingly she said ok mama, challenge me.. and my husband said if you could do your best you will get one wish...
months passed and we know she have been studying more and a lot more serious in school..usually she would end up drawing ( that is her passion which i cultivate more too) but now she keeps with her studying too..
then last week, after her periodic exam she showed me her test papers and all are of perfect scores!!! Surprise surprise!! It is amazing... 
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23 responses
@beenice2 (2967)
• Sackville, New Brunswick
12 Nov 12
Well as long as she is keeping up that is what is important. With encouragement a child can excel very well because they want to please you more than anything else and they know you will encourage her to do the same next time and she'll have a reward.
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@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
reap and you can harvest.. i told my kid that and i guess she is seeing it now.
@vidhyaprakash_2 (7116)
• India
12 Nov 12
Hi friend, good to hear about your daughter, really she is deserved for appreciation, as you mentioned she gave a lot of surprise to you, why don't you give the same surprise to her by giving gift with her favorite thing? Just give a sweet gift to her and make her to be happy. Convey my regards to her
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@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
I do that too.. i put some stuff in her lunch box as a surprise..
@jaiho2009 (39141)
• Philippines
12 Nov 12
Congratulations 
And I am a proud Tita here 
And I am a proud Tita here 1 person likes this
@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
I told her you congratulated her Tita she is psyched someone congratulated her from Manila lol..
she is psyched someone congratulated her from Manila lol..1 person likes this
@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
14 Nov 12
i did ms. Jai.. i let her read this one.. 1 person likes this
@LetranKnight25 (33121)
• Philippines
12 Nov 12
Hello Jazel, that's good to know that she has surprise you there that could have been considered a prove that your a good parent. I think that one wish had been considered a motivation for her to have excel her studies. that's something that you should be really proud of. don't worry she will be motivated more if you give her good rewards
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@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
yes we told her she will get something nice for Christmas and i know that is one motivation.. kids are really like that i guess and somehow it also makes me feel happy that she does not wish for expensive things hahaha..she is quite content with simple stuff.1 person likes this
@alberello (4752)
• Italy
12 Nov 12
Well, you as a parent I think it is really satisfied with the performance of your daughter, you must be a great satisfaction!
Parents point on the very expectations of their children and, in your case, from what I've been able to understand in your discussion, it seems that your daughter is working hard at school or if you have specific objectives to be achieved.
I am happy for her, and for you parents to have a daughter who really puts a lot of effort.
I extend my warmest greetings and my most sincere congratulations!
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@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
Yes uncle, my daughter is quite happy of her achievement as well.
my daughter is quite happy of her achievement as well.
@olivetree27 (495)
• Greece
12 Nov 12
That's so great to hear :D Congratulation is not only for your daughter but for her supportive parents as well. I'm so happy to know that you're not pushing your daughter to get high grades and you're happy as long as she's learning and happy in school. But children really need to be challenge and push sometimes in order to discover their potential. But I'm glad that you're happy even if she's not getting any honors and just happy with she is doing. It's really rewarding to the parents if their child achieves something but it is also not right to put pressure on children. Congratulation again :)
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@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
Yes we do not put pressure on her because we want her to have a happy childhood.. no pressure at all.. but at the same time we also been giving her challenges so she will also know her potential.
@shaggin (72116)
• United States
12 Nov 12
Aww that is so awesome that your daughter wanted a challenge and worked so carefully at it. It sure paid off when she showed you all her perfect scores she received. You must have been so proud of her as I know I would be of my children as well. What did she wish for?
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@shaggin (72116)
• United States
13 Nov 12
Aww that is so sweet that with her wish she could really ask for anything and she wished for a new pair of shoes. That would be the last thought on my kids mind if I told them they could make a wish. My kids would go for toys I'm sure possibly books for my daughter. I hope you are able to get her those new shoes she wants. Are you going to allow her to choose what ones she wants or just get her a pair in her size?
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@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
We did let her choose what kind of shoe she wants..we were able to bring her to the shoe store and she chose what she wants for school.. she was really psyched about it. 
Yes i thought she would ask for toys too but instead she went for shoes...
Yes i thought she would ask for toys too but instead she went for shoes... @jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
She wished for new shoes my friend.. i thought she would ask for a toy.. but she did not..she asked for new shoes because the one she is using now is a bit worn out already..
@angelkarah050182 (4980)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
Congratulations to you and your daughter. I hope she will keep up the good work. Challenging our kids sometimes have positive results; however, giving them rewards is not always good. They'll become used to it. Thanks for sharing and happy mylotting.
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@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
Like i have said these are challenges and that is why a good reward for it is nice.. sometimes she fails and she knows how it feels. There was a time when i told her to clean her room but she end up putting the trash below the bed lol and that time she did not get a reward and she was really bummed about it..that is why now she never fails to put the trash properly in the bin.
I am pro reward actually.. always telling her that if she plants something, she will definitely harvest in the future.
I am pro reward actually.. always telling her that if she plants something, she will definitely harvest in the future.1 person likes this
@angelkarah050182 (4980)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
Oh, I thought I haven't posted my first comment successfully. I'm sorry. My internet got a problem I think. Yes, I guess it's nice to challenge them and give them a good reward in return. Eventually, they'll learn to be more responsible and do things without rewards. After all, it's a part of their unforgettable childhood memories. Thanks for the comment and happy mylotting again.
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@angelkarah050182 (4980)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
Congratulations to your daughter and to you, her parents. She's really challenged and it had a good result. I hope she will keep up the good work. Thanks for sharing and happy mylotting.
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@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
yup you are right, we must always be there for our little ones so they will know what to do and be on the right path too
@surekharathi (14146)
• India
13 Nov 12
Hmmm your daughter is is intelligent because the mother is intelligent and supportive. In daughter's study the main role of the parents also because with their support child cant do study. Congrats for both you and your daughter.
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@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
what do you mean by this? [i]then give happy childhood is not looking to motivate your child.
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@lizlee (208)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
Wow! You have one bright kid there. A lot of good things awaits her in the future.
You see a lot of parents problems nowadays are their kids loosing interest in schooling and studies.
Mainly because of their kid's interest are being distracted by technology.
Really nice to hear that your daughter really loves schooling. :)
Please give my praises to her. Cheers!!! :)
@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
She is into gadgets too but we do not spoil her that way.. we do not oblige to her wanting much gadgets..as much as possible i give her books lol much to her dismay but other than that she is a nice kid, with different interests and i really do hope she will do good in the future plus she is quite independent too.
@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
Yes they could still stay in England and introduce other stuff to the kid. My husband's nephew is into techie gadgets too but what my BIL did was to introduce him to books too so he could just be like "normal"
@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
yes but that does not mean she does not get some scolding..she does too but she knows what to do now to avoid it.
@silentwill (1685)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
That must have felt very fulfilling. I wonder how I'll react when the time comes that my kid will go to school. Good job!
@silentwill (1685)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
Yes I'm sure I'd be happy. And a lot more! He's still a baby though so it's still a long ways before that happens.
He's still a baby though so it's still a long ways before that happens.@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
even if he is still a baby you will experience his little achievements quite fascinating too..like his smile..his first time to eat, or first tooth..or first word.. it would be wonderful.
@jenny1015 (13366)
• Philippines
12 Nov 12
That is really gratifying! Congratulations for being a supportive mom!
Congratulations for being a supportive mom!1 person likes this
@doroffee (4222)
• Hungary
12 Nov 12
She might be a person of challenges. And I don't think it's bad... I think as long as she passes the exams and tests and she has a good brain, she's not going to get lost. She just may not be that grade and achievement-driven as most people. But that's a good thing, to feel that carefree and sure. Life should never be taken too seriously for us to truly enjoy it :).
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@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
Yes she is not into grades and achievements but i am glad she knows her potential..and yes i do want her to be carefree, enjoy life and still do well in things.
@Gretchen522 (715)
• China
13 Nov 12
You really have a good girl,now many kids like to show off in the shcool and ask their parents for this and that. So happy for you!1 person likes this
@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
13 Nov 12
she was never really one who show off stuff and i am so glad for that too.. thanks
@mariaperalta (19073)
• Mexico
12 Nov 12
that is so neat. Im glad you are a proud parent. Im also very proud of my son.
@jazel_juan (15746)
• Philippines
12 Nov 12
i am not sure i could conclude that right now but i would like to think i am on that path
