tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3728583087900011692.post6215518565479449798..comments2023-10-26T04:07:51.573-07:00Comments on Small Reflections: De-Lurking and Everyday Kindnessstorytellerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14101550406171982090noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3728583087900011692.post-91730905338757926522008-01-15T06:45:00.000-08:002008-01-15T06:45:00.000-08:00Karen -- Yes! How perfect to see kindness as "a w...Karen -- Yes! How perfect to see kindness as "a way of being" rather than "one more thing to do" ... and don't overlook the idea of being at least as kind to YOURSELF as you are to others. I don't think ANYONE has ever been as hard on ME as I've been on myself. I remember “lightening up” when I first heard of the “Practice Random Kindness” movement in the 1990s. <BR/>Hugs and blessings,storytellerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14101550406171982090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3728583087900011692.post-60790026973941140312008-01-15T05:42:00.000-08:002008-01-15T05:42:00.000-08:00When I first read through this, I thought, "Oh no,...When I first read through this, I thought, "Oh no, something else I have to do everyday!" Sigh. And chuckle. So silly of me! Being kind every day is so easy, and the benefits so quickly apparent--not a chore, but a way of being.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09182248478422009913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3728583087900011692.post-12036582270375586842008-01-15T03:48:00.000-08:002008-01-15T03:48:00.000-08:00Magpie - Thanks! :-)Magpie - Thanks! :-)storytellerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14101550406171982090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3728583087900011692.post-64085377183354675942008-01-14T16:46:00.000-08:002008-01-14T16:46:00.000-08:00Sweet.Sweet.Magpiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15460136246441367993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3728583087900011692.post-51634535399517723042008-01-14T04:48:00.000-08:002008-01-14T04:48:00.000-08:00Sandy – Yep! You’re definitely the kind of “reade...Sandy – Yep! You’re definitely the kind of “reader” we bloggers LUV! You always leave a comment here and send email when I comment at Momisodes! I don’t know how you do it and keep up with that cute little girl of yours too. Your blog gets sooooooo much traffic! How do you manage?<BR/>Hugs and blessings,storytellerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14101550406171982090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3728583087900011692.post-62730042393234489522008-01-13T13:43:00.000-08:002008-01-13T13:43:00.000-08:00I'm not a lurker...but leaving comment anyway :) ...I'm not a lurker...but leaving comment anyway :) I love that image BTW! <BR/><BR/>I try to always smile and be kind with my words where ever I go each day. Whether it's opening a door for someone else, or calling someone that is home alone without loved ones. I always find that the little things can go a long way :)Momisodeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06752015177628948631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3728583087900011692.post-9548532038398771162008-01-13T11:15:00.000-08:002008-01-13T11:15:00.000-08:00Oh goodie – 4 comments :--)Nina – That's a good id...Oh goodie – 4 comments :--)<BR/><BR/>Nina – That's a good idea! For me, it’s about making a conscious decision to do something small every day. Your comment reminds me that one of the thing I do on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and Tuesdays each month is notice whose cars are parked on the street and knock on their door before the street sweeper (followed by two “ticket writers” in trucks playing leap-frog) come by at 10am so they can avoid the $35 ticket twice a month (or 4 times a month if they’re really unlucky). It’s a small thing, but everyone is always grateful.<BR/><BR/>Mary – You’ve been most kind to me in this virtual world and I’m appreciative. Thanks for sharing the story of your experience in Florida. That’s the kind of act I believe Claudia is encouraging us to do. The nifty thing is everyone wins!<BR/><BR/>Kikipotamus – Thank you for “de-lurking” today and for deciding to share this idea on your blog. It’s a simple one, but mighty.<BR/><BR/>Eve – These are all wonderful ideas and it’s clear you have habits in place that serve you (and others) well. Yes … my parents taught me manners too.<BR/><BR/>Thanks to everyone for commenting.<BR/>Hugs and blessings,storytellerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14101550406171982090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3728583087900011692.post-54881309827496344012008-01-13T09:19:00.000-08:002008-01-13T09:19:00.000-08:00I haven't thought of it consciously, but I try to ...I haven't thought of it consciously, but I try to be kind at all times. I offer help when I see someone who is obviously lost, smile at strangers (although I sometimes wonder if this doesn't make them nervous as to my motives), and endeavor to always leave a comment when I visit someone else's blog. I also strive to answer all comments left on my page. After all, my mama taught me to be polite - a lot of kindness is done in the name of good manners.Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11072209113562315120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3728583087900011692.post-38282551554075031672008-01-13T08:49:00.000-08:002008-01-13T08:49:00.000-08:00Ok, this is me delurking myself. You have inspired...Ok, this is me delurking myself. You have inspired me to write about small acts of kindness.Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08182881635816655061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3728583087900011692.post-51395145109179650772008-01-12T18:02:00.000-08:002008-01-12T18:02:00.000-08:00Storyteller,I always try to do random acts of kind...Storyteller,<BR/><BR/>I always try to do random acts of kindness on a daily basis. I don't always succeed either, but try my best. <BR/><BR/>While in Florida, I helped an elderly lady who was visiting the Orlando area from Miami. It was New Years day and she was freezing. Her fingers were so cold she couldn't get her cell phone open, so I opened it for her and then helped her into the hotel. She was most grateful and we had a wonderful chat. I will remember her for a long time.<BR/><BR/>A little kindness goes a long way. It makes both the recipient and the giver feel wonderful. Thanks for reminding us to show a little kindness. A smile can brighten someone's life, as can a kind word or two.<BR/><BR/>Blessings,<BR/>MaryMaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08175754179624182953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3728583087900011692.post-24487644653885908372008-01-12T16:51:00.000-08:002008-01-12T16:51:00.000-08:00I try to smile, and I try to be kind, but I do not...I try to smile, and I try to be kind, but I do not always succeed. I may feed a meter or two tomorrow - parking tickets in NYC are over $100 each. <BR/><BR/>Great post.Ninahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08506536350115105742noreply@blogger.com