Comments on: Paying It Forward One Flit at a Time

By: Becky Green Aaronson

Becky Green Aaronson — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 18:55:49 +0000

Kristine, you sure know how to make a girl feel good. Thank you. I am extremely lucky to live in a town where health and fitness is a way of life for a large chunk of our population, including many parents at Olivia’s school. Many are far better athletes than I am, and all are involved, caring, and motivated people so it’s fun to share in this with them, and celebrate a school that embraces wellness.

By: Kristine Isern Whiston

Kristine Isern Whiston — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 15:46:41 +0000

Becky the thing I love about you is you have never done anything half measure. Whether it is staying up for 3 days straight to cram for finals or planning a wonderful, inspiring running program that will keep kids engaged, I know that you will succeed with flying colors. Kudos to you for starting such a worthwhile program in this day of extreme childhood obesity and type 2 diabetes. Olivia is so lucky to have such a caring, actively involved Mom and you are sharing with her a big part of who you are not to mention values and goals that will turn her into an amazing woman. (Just like her Mom)

By: Becky Green Aaronson

Becky Green Aaronson — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 05:18:38 +0000

I don’t know about a book, but I’m having a ball doing this! It’s especially gratifying because I can see a little shimmer in Olivia’s eyes as she knocks out each new mile. Such fun.

By: Becky Green Aaronson

Becky Green Aaronson — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 05:13:41 +0000

Deborah, you have a way with words like no other. Thank you. Isn’t it life’s possibilities that drive us all? It’s trusting ourselves to follow our instincts that takes time and persistence, especially when we feel the pull of responsibility. I’ve finally realized that my instincts usually lead me to where I’m meant to be–and if not, then at least I know, and I’m not left wondering. One of my favorite quotes is “Don’t die wondering” for exactly for that reason.

By: Jessica Winters Mireles

Jessica Winters Mireles — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 04:08:47 +0000

I smell a new idea for a book….How to change the lives of children through the art of running! I’m so happy that you’re flitting around with what you love to do. You just never know what amazing things may come from your passion and efforts, Becky!

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By: Deborah Batterman

Deborah Batterman — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:06:18 +0000

Oh, Flitter Queen — you make me think that the real gift isn’t so much whether we flitter or hunker down to one project at a time as it is to be open to possibility, as you so delightfully put it. What that suggests to me is going with what it is that seems to demand most of my attention at a given time, and trusting that that’s exactly where I’m supposed to be. As an ex-runner, I’m only too familiar with that sensation (in and out of body) that drives you, and I’m in awe of the places running has taken you. Hardly a surprise that passion + a sense of purpose + the wise woman/mother in you has brought you to this place of pride.

By: Becky Green Aaronson

Becky Green Aaronson — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 21:59:55 +0000

Thank you, Arindam. I appreciate your kind words of support. It’s so nice to hear from you!

This has been a really fun project to start with the kids. I’ve received a lot of support from many different people, so it makes it extra fun. I’m lucky to be surrounded by people who have the same interests and enthusiasm. It becomes contagious–and then it ends up crossing over to other parts of life, like writing.

By: Becky Green Aaronson

Becky Green Aaronson — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 21:37:56 +0000

I used to think flitting was bad, but now I embrace it. Some of my best ideas and life moments have come from flitting to something new. Perhaps it’s a fresh perspective or simply cutting myself some slack, but whatever the case, flitting to a project that gets me revved up ends up crossing over to many aspects of my life. It may make work life uneven at times, but it definitely makes life more delicious.

By: Becky Green Aaronson

Becky Green Aaronson — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 21:31:25 +0000

Sometimes I’m efficient, other times I’m all over the map. That’s when I know I need to grab on to the one thing that’s driving me from the belly. Otherwise nothing gets done and I sit on a big fat pillow of frustration.

When I was running our photo agency for 20 years, I was the queen of multi-tasking, but now that I have some flexibility as a writer, I’m happy to be able to focus my energy on one or two things at a time. Flitting is more fulfilling that way.

Thanks for swinging by to say hi. It was great to hear from you. I’ve missed you too! And thanks for the RT!