Mrs Jennifer Bolt . . . to be awarded . . .

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Jennifer Bolt (in picture), mom of Jamaican sprinter, Usain Bolt, presented with a gold pendant in celebration of the dedication and sacrifices she has made for her children. The presentation occurred during the P&G and the IOC partnership announcement in London on Thursday, July 28 where P&G also announced the globalization of the ‘Proud Sponsor of Mom’ campaign and the video series “P&G Momumentary: Raising an Olympian,” where Bolt will provide the type of insight only the mom of an Olympian can.

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Mrs Jennifer Bolt, mother of World and Olympic sprint champion Usain Bolt, has also been chosen as the first recepient of the International Mothers of Distinction (IMOD) award.

The inaugural awards ceremony will be held on  May 7, 2011 in Toronto.

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Mrs Bolt was chosen because of the significant impact she has had on the life of her son. 

She was lauded for the significant achievements of her son, noting that Usain has brought back a certain excitement to international athletics that was not there in recent times and has  elevated the Jamaica “brand” to a level never seen before.

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The International Mothers of Distinction (IMOD) award was created

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Long-Range Promise

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You could find yourself pondering long-range plans, or trips to faraway places. A feeling of longing may accompany these thoughts, as well as a sense that the future is filled with promise. You may have the vision of your future firmly in mind with no doubt of your reaching it, but you could feel longing because you may not be sure what steps to take to get there. Such a desire is what will keep you moving toward your dreams, like a carrot dangling in front of a horse. These are three important elements of making your dreams reality, and you are certainly on the right track with feelings such as these. By making long-range plans, and infusing them with your desire and hope, you have all the pieces of the puzzle in your hands.

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