Invitation to Comment
Hello, dear blog reader:
In keeping with my strong conviction that when air and light are brought to the matter, it is a good thing, I now, after blogging for seven years, take this time to invite your comment.
I myself am a closet-blog-reader. The few times I have come out to say something, once got misinterpreted and once got ignored completely. So, if you choose not to comment, I totally get it. But lately, I've gotten facebook messages, emails, even phonecalls from folks who are against odds, helping me and dialoguing about things that need to come out.
Just look at it like one friendly soul reaching out to you with my words. If something strikes a chord with you, comforts you, or charms you (as my kids are wont to do), please reach back because this odd form of human contact, my blog, really helps me.
I know I have said, but I started doing this after Manny was born and while I was pregnant with Benicio. From my little closet/office on St. Rose St, I began to blog or "biog" back then as a document for our kids about our life. I am a shabby archivist--Manny's baby book is perfect and tidy Sara Midda, Benicio's a plump but messy Liebowitz notebook, Clara's a Michael's scrapbook 1/5th complete, and Calliope's is a Nikki McClure book that I haven't seen since before she could walk. So this blog is my that. A baby-book project gone global.
I would love if you'd be a part of it. Join the conversation, say something you'd want my kids to read later. I know it will mean something to them and to me.
In keeping with my strong conviction that when air and light are brought to the matter, it is a good thing, I now, after blogging for seven years, take this time to invite your comment.
I myself am a closet-blog-reader. The few times I have come out to say something, once got misinterpreted and once got ignored completely. So, if you choose not to comment, I totally get it. But lately, I've gotten facebook messages, emails, even phonecalls from folks who are against odds, helping me and dialoguing about things that need to come out.
Just look at it like one friendly soul reaching out to you with my words. If something strikes a chord with you, comforts you, or charms you (as my kids are wont to do), please reach back because this odd form of human contact, my blog, really helps me.
I know I have said, but I started doing this after Manny was born and while I was pregnant with Benicio. From my little closet/office on St. Rose St, I began to blog or "biog" back then as a document for our kids about our life. I am a shabby archivist--Manny's baby book is perfect and tidy Sara Midda, Benicio's a plump but messy Liebowitz notebook, Clara's a Michael's scrapbook 1/5th complete, and Calliope's is a Nikki McClure book that I haven't seen since before she could walk. So this blog is my that. A baby-book project gone global.
I would love if you'd be a part of it. Join the conversation, say something you'd want my kids to read later. I know it will mean something to them and to me.
posted by Maria at
11:01 PM
11 Comments:
At last! You've finally opened yourself up to a little dialogue with your readers. I am enamored with your blog and your writing. Then again, it is as familiar to me my Lola's jade ring - worn and full of character. I've been reading your writing since we were children. Even though I have yet to meet your children, I adore them all. They are so fortunate to have such loving and supportive parents.
XOXO,
Your Ole' Pal An-An
I love your blog and look forward to checking google reader every morning to see if you've written anything new! You are an excellent writer, therefore your insights into your family, life, parenting style, etc. is very illuminating. I appreciate your openness and wish I had some of your gift. As far as allowing comments, I think that is very brave. Just repeat the school bus mantra: "trust, trust." Anyone who is reading this has nothing but the utmost respect and love for you and your family. Love you!
so very happy to get to be part of a dialogue with you! thanks.
YAY I'm so happy you're allowing comments! Nothing especial to say today, just that chronicling one's life is such a beautiful act. I'm happy to be "invited." :)
Maria, Maria. I just checked in on your blog about three weeks ago. Geoff had sent the address, let's see, about 2 or three years ago and because I am 41, yes, 41, I don't check blogs much. Actually, I don't check blogs at all unless someone sends me one....BUT then there is Maria Beatty and I decided I needed some writing inspiration and there I was...just soaking up your life and loving reading about you as a mom and wishing I knew your kids....So you are a wonderful writer and I am thinking there is more than a blog in you! Margaret Killeen
your posts have blessed me over and over mia! i've laughed 'with' you and cried 'with' you. you have such a gift of lovely and perfect writing....sigh....i love you!
I am giddy at each and every comment. I feel like we have assembled the most brilliant folks in a room--all of your words here have lifted me.
Stay tuned!
Thanks for the opportunity to comment!! I think I am probably the person who misinterpreted your comment, and maybe also the one who ignored your comment. Either way, I'm sorry. But I'm glad you've opened your blog up for our responses.
xo
Maria, I am SO happy that you are finally taking comments here! I have been reading your blog for a while and LOVE when you post, it is always one of the first blogs that I read in the day. Your writing is so inspiring, especially as a mom going through a very similar time of life. There have been many times when I have been brought to tears by your writing. Thank you for sharing so much of your family and life here. It is a pleasure and a joy! I also am blogging now, plus I am still doing doula work...just did an amazing birth last week! xoxo
Maria, you are an amazing writer. Makes me realize our families haven't seen each other since Sanse's birthday party.
enjoy the blog immensely ... like you are channeling my thoughts, only you are brave enough to put them to beautiful musical words. all the best thoughts to you and yours. you are truly a treasure to have as a friend, as I am sure is true felt for all those around you!
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