Comments for Betty Arrigotti

Comment on 4 Minutes B4 Marriage – Should you marry? by Jennifer

Jennifer — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 18:13:26 +0000

I think you have emailed me those “10 essential questions” before, but I feel like I should print and laminate them and tape them up somewhere that I will see every day, or keep a very tiny version of them in my wallet or something…

Comment on Parental Example by Jennifer

Jennifer — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 18:02:08 +0000

It’s always good to know the ways that we can stretch ourselves and grow, but being raised exactly as I was taught me to be dedicated to others in service, home was the training ground for this life, and is still the place to return for renewal and reminder of that mission. Nice post, thoughtful, and a good summary of our family-filled summer! Love you!

Comment on Healing After a Miscarriage by Little Red Hen

Little Red Hen — Thu, 06 May 2010 17:29:41 +0000

A beautiful, heartfelt post. Thank you for sharing. I hope others who have had similar experiences will find it and be comforted.

Comment on Family spirituality by Little Red Hen

Little Red Hen — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 00:38:33 +0000

Looks like a good read/listen!

You should make the word “timelessness” a link to your previous blog where you mentioned it. Give me a call and I can walk you though how to make a pingback if you’d like!

Comment on Choose life! by Jennifer

Jennifer — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 03:37:16 +0000

This Matthew Kelly guy sounds great! I’ll borrow his cds when you’re finished. I like the idea of looking at each decision that way, if it will make me a better version of me. I’ll try it!

Comment on Writing Sample: Fiction by Large Plastic Storage Boxes

Large Plastic Storage Boxes — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 15:31:59 +0000

Very nice information.

Comment on Simplicity by Betty

Betty — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:26:44 +0000

I’m so glad you enjoyed the article, Alyssa! Even with little ones, take a few minutes every day just for yourself. While they nap, or outside with them as they play keeping an eye on them but just enjoying nature for yourself. I used to give myself a few minutes just to stare out a window at a beautiful tree that gave me a little peace. And when they are being really exasperating, whisper a thank you to God. I remember saying, “I don’t know why to thank you for this moment, but I do.” Somehow it helped my perspective.

Comment on Simplicity by Alyssa

Alyssa — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 04:55:51 +0000

Wow. I am so glad I followed the link. I do not take 2 weeks of vacation in ANY year and I secretly feel like I am “stealing” time to do my little art and sewing projects. It is so true that we are always going, going, going. I am going to strive to do more silly things with my kids and less pressure and structure for myself. Thank you for this message.

Comment on Simplicity by Bianca

Bianca — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 23:43:22 +0000

how true! and what a great example of joy. Kids have such true happiness & delight in everything, its so fun to watch. On a side note: when did Siena grow up? She looks so big! Not a baby anymore

~Bianca

Comment on Simplicity by Jennifer

Jennifer — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 23:28:52 +0000

Great advice! I have had lots of opportunities to simplify, moving my whole life across the country and back several times, or even across oceans… but this time I’ll keep your words in mind and really think about what it is time to let go of, and what I should bring home. And good point too, it’s amazing how much more time you have when you turn off the tv.