Nicoleao

LATEST ARTICLES ( 321 )

• Happy End

  

  Last week my husband did the grocery shopping. And he came home with some very special toilet paper he bought across the border! In Germany of all places. It’s... Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2014 DIARIES, FAMILY, PARENTING, SELF EXPRESSION

• You’ll Never Guess What Mommy Saw!

  

  Life in the country can be a bit boring. There are no exciting new shops, and no Starbucks filled with wannabe J.K.Rowlings. So when I spotted a white... Read more

  Posted on 02 January 2014 DIARIES, FAMILY, PARENTING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Dress up Your Kid the Easy Way

  

  On Christmas Day and Sundays I like my kids to dress nicely. But I also understand they want to feel relaxed. So I was very pleased when I found this t-shirt fo... Read more

  Posted on 29 December 2013 DIARIES, FAMILY, PARENTING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Do Runners Suffer Less from Holiday Hangover?

  

  I shouldn’t have had that Christmas ham….The Holidays are a time when lots of people eat more than they should! Many people suffer from a sort of Holiday... Read more

  Posted on 26 December 2013 ATHLETICS, DIARIES, FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION

• Effective Parenting 102

  

  ‘We’re going for a nice, family walk!’ I told the kids. And I felt a bit sweaty while delivering my message. Because I know my kids… ‘It will be great fun!!!’... Read more

  Posted on 26 December 2013 DIARIES, FAMILY, PARENTING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Running Belt for Only 2,72: Product Review

  

  The general advice is: ‘You only need to bring water during a run, if you’re going to run for an hour or more.’ Because I usually have a cup of coffee during... Read more

  Posted on 24 December 2013 ATHLETICS, DIARIES, FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION

• Guest Posts: I Don’t Get It!

  

  Imagine yourself on a sunny Tuesday morning. You’ve got some time on your hands and you decide: ‘I’ll go and visit with my friend Mary!’ So you head on over... Read more

  Posted on 23 December 2013 DIARIES, FAMILY, PARENTING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Running Around Christmas Time

  

  Every morning when I run out the door, to take my kids to school running, it’s still very dark outside.It certainly adds a frisson to my runs, not knowing... Read more

  Posted on 22 December 2013 ATHLETICS, DIARIES, FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION

• What Nobody Tells You About WordPress!

  

  I’m letting the cat out of the bag! I made the move from Blogger to WordPress about 18 months ago. I had read so much about the superiority of WordPress I... Read more

  Posted on 20 December 2013 DIARIES, FAMILY, PARENTING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Nicole, the White Lighted Runner

  

  Almost Wordless WednesdayI always worry about being safe while I’m out there on the run. So today I wore this bright little light in my ponytail! I felt like... Read more

  Posted on 18 December 2013 ATHLETICS, DIARIES, FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION

• Failing by Example

  

  Wrong! This is setting a BAD example.‘If it’s not one thing, it’s your mother,’ Woody Allen sighed. Demonstrating a fine example of Mommy Blaming!Now there’s... Read more

  Posted on 16 December 2013 ATHLETICS, DIARIES, FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION

• Christmas Care Package for Moms

  

  My husband gets a Christmas package from his work. My daughter gets a Christmas package from her work. I, however, get no Christmas package from my work. Becaus... Read more

  Posted on 16 December 2013 DIARIES, FAMILY, PARENTING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Are Running Blogs Boring?

  

  Are running blogs the sporty equivalent of parenting blogs?You know, the kinds of parenting blogs where people tell you all about that thing their kid said?... Read more

  Posted on 12 December 2013 ATHLETICS, DIARIES, FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION

• Ad Networks and Their Exclusivity Demands

  

  I’ve been steadily earning an income from my blogs. Partly by being a member of ad networks. But now one of them wants me to sign a contract, promising... Read more

  Posted on 10 December 2013 DIARIES, FAMILY, PARENTING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Mousepad Or Oriental Rug?

  

  Persian rug with mousepad ambitions Persian rug with mousepad ambitions I got myself a new mouse pad! I saw it at the store for about 3 bucks. It looks like an... Read more

  Posted on 08 December 2013 DIARIES, FAMILY, PARENTING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Put a Sock in It!

  

  Socks with some good adviceAs a runner I was willing to accept the importance of the right shoes. I also got the need for special running clothes. You know,... Read more

  Posted on 05 December 2013 ATHLETICS, DIARIES, FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION

• Finding My Footing

  After a (too) busy family weekend I often feel a bit wobbly. I like my life peaceful and quiet, And I lóve it when my life is just normal. I suppose having 5... Read more

  Posted on 02 December 2013 ATHLETICS, DIARIES, FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION

• It Must Be My Fault

  I’m a big fan of the series Downton Abbey. I very much appreciate the lifestyle! ‘Would you like a cup of tea?’ Lady Mary asked a visitor yesterday. Read more

  Posted on 01 December 2013 DIARIES, FAMILY, PARENTING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Cheap Alternative for Sweet Spot Skirt: the Cheap Skate Skirt

  

  Tataaa! My cheap alternative for a Sweet Spot SkirtOnce upon a time a woman called Stefanie, quickly pulled on a little disco skirt over her tights. Because... Read more

  Posted on 26 November 2013 ATHLETICS, DIARIES, FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION

• Running and Dementia

  

  Running has lots of benefits for your health. I can’t imagine there’s anyone who doesn’t know this.The message is loud and clear. Read more

  Posted on 24 November 2013 ATHLETICS, DIARIES, FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION