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A Return to Virtue
When Elaine Dalton's oldest son left for his mission, she wanted to do something that would help her develop some of the same kind of discipline and self-control that he was learning as a missionary. So she decided to run a marathon.
Now, years later, she has taken her experiences and insights related to running and woven them into an analogy for an attribute and value she...more
Now, years later, she has taken her experiences and insights related to running and woven them into an analogy for an attribute and value she...more
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Published
2011
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I love running (well, most of the time ;) and I love Sister Dalton (all of the time :) so this book was a great one for me. I think all women (old and young) should read this and probably men too!
A few quotes I especially loved:
"Juma Ikangaa [winner of the New York Marathon spoken of earlier in the paragraph] replied simply, 'The will to win means nothing without the will to prepare.' Preparation is one way we can avoid deception."
"Perhaps we never feel like we are totally prepared for some of t...more
A few quotes I especially loved:
"Juma Ikangaa [winner of the New York Marathon spoken of earlier in the paragraph] replied simply, 'The will to win means nothing without the will to prepare.' Preparation is one way we can avoid deception."
"Perhaps we never feel like we are totally prepared for some of t...more
As a new runner (one marathon so far, not 17 like Sister Dalton), I've been so amazed by how much running has taught me about life and was looking forward to the marathon analogies in this book. I was disappointed in that way, because there wasn't really much in-depth about running. However, the stories and insights in the book were definitely worth reading. I was especially impressed with how many tough experiences Sister Dalton has had in her life -- her father dying while she was young, her s...more
I love Sis. Dalton's Conference messages. And her book was good too. (For me, a three star review is good. I give 4/5 to only my very favorites.)
When I read through it, I marked my favorite parts with colored pencils. My 13-year old daughter is going to read it next. And I hope she'll learn both from Sis. Dalton, and the things that I highlighted.
The running metaphor works very well to teach the principle of virtue. And it's a lesson we can all do better at learning and living.
When I read through it, I marked my favorite parts with colored pencils. My 13-year old daughter is going to read it next. And I hope she'll learn both from Sis. Dalton, and the things that I highlighted.
The running metaphor works very well to teach the principle of virtue. And it's a lesson we can all do better at learning and living.
I would highly recommend that any parent, grandparent, young man or young woman read this book. To paraphrase another reviewer, I was impressed by Elaine Dalton's observation that there has been a worldwide clamor for clean air, clean water, improved food free of impurities but little is said or written to stop the influx of filth from pornography, music, books, that flow freely into our minds and spirits. Well worth the read.
May 14, 2012
Amie
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This is a book for all! Men and Women alike! There is one chapter dedicated to the young women at the end, but the message is clear and the choice to return to virtue is a decision that will change the world! Your world, my world and our children's world. I am so grateful for great women who lead the way by example. I want to grow up and be like Sister Dalton. Might even run a marathon one day too ...
Excellent book; I was particularly struck by Elaine Dalton's observation that there has been a worldwide clamor for clean air, clean water, improved food free of impurities or harmful bacteria, etc. but hardly a peep from the world to stop the influx of filth from pornography, music, books, that flow freely into our minds and spirits. Well worth the read.
I read this book to prepare for my young women's lesson on sunday. I wish i could have bought each one of them this book. She compared the whole book to her experience of running a marathon and at first that didn't excite me because nothing about running a marathon interests me but it was a fabulous read. loved it! love her!
Excellent read from Sis. Dalton. I love that it is so uplifting, inspiring, and encouraging. The material wasn't completely new as it incorporated some stories and experiences that she has shared in General Conference talks over the last few years, but it was definitely worth reading especially for young women and women.
Elaine S. Dalton expounds on the theme of a talk she gave at a recent General Conference for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints...Virtue. I will be reading this book again and again. (I loved her references to her experiences and lessons learned as a marathon runner)
Sister Dalton's way of thinking of things is a great pattern for us to follow. I love how she doesn't address the symptoms, but goes straight to the doctrine and explains that, and everything else follows through. I will be referring back to this book a lot.
This is one of the most uplifting books I have ever read. Although I do have to admit it is specifically directed at a particular audience. I am afraid anyone that doesn't fit into that audience wouldn't receive it as lightly. Still. Great book.
Elaine S. Dalton is the Young Women General President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; when her oldest son left on his mission she decided that she would prepare and run a marathon while he was gone. Sister Dalton admonishes each of us to return to virtue to rise above the world's standards.
I loved this book! It teaches you good values and it gives good advice of how to live through the hard times. I would recomend this book to all young women! It is a really good book!
loved it, and the analogy to running long distances!! a must for any mother and youth leader dealing with the hard topic to remain virute!!
learned virture isn't necessarily a "female" thing
great quotes, and a keeper
learned virture isn't necessarily a "female" thing
great quotes, and a keeper
I don't usually read LDS non-fiction, but I picked this up for the break. Elaine Dalton sets the case for virtue, what it is and why each of us should live this value.
Jun 03, 2012
Marita
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4 of 5 stars
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I quite enjoyed this book since I learned quite a few new personal insights to Sis. Dalton's life. Nice mix of new and familiar.
Not my normal genre, but a nice uplifting read nonetheless. Love her marathon experiences tied in with virtuous living.
I liked it. I had heard lots of her stories at conferences and trainings and it was nice to have them compiled.
I thought this was a great quick read. I love running and thought the life/virtue/running comparisons were spot on.
I found so many good insights in this book that will help me as ye president. love Sister Dalton.
A wonderful book for women young and old. The experiences, testimony, and scriptures that Sister Dalton shares are timely and thought-provoking. The emphasis on the value of virtue comes at a time when it is under attack by an increasingly larger percent of the population. I loved the running analogy present throughout the book.
This is a WONDERFUL book! One of my favorites! :) I believe in the importance of Sister Dalton's message of the need for examples of purity and virtue in the world today! We must be those examples! She shares sweet stories, scriptures and examples of how we can do this. She speaks positively and hopefully about the power we each have as individuals to change the world as we are armed with the power of the Spirit and righteousness. I'm grateful for the reminder and her words and testimony! What a...more
I highly recommend this book! So much food for thought.
a little cheesy, but overall quite inspiring.
Mar 27, 2012
Brittany
marked it as unfinished
Too much talk of running marathons for my taste.
Loved it! So well written. So true.
Elaine Dalton is marvelous, and her book is one that I will definitely consult again. While I think anyone could benefit from reading it, it is especially inspiring to me as a mother.
Simple but good.
Excellent, inspiring, uplifting, full of light! I LOVED this book and will read it again! It is full of truth and powerful insights into life, the gospel, standing strong, catching the vision, accomplishing goals, and remembering what it means to be a Daughter of God!
Very nice. Good insights. I need to run more.
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