tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post5751652071503663203..comments2024-03-20T01:08:40.633-07:00Comments on Xpress Your Essence: Envy AND Kindness: What a Combo!elly stornebrinkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-15716741782395162252015-01-02T14:46:45.740-08:002015-01-02T14:46:45.740-08:00Ah, I think it's because I see you as mainly a...Ah, I think it's because I see you as mainly a non-fiction writer which is why it's not on this post, but another! ;) Yes, the Indian bloggers I have met online have in some cases better proficiency it seems with the English language than myself - how can that be?! - including a propensity for writing fascinating fiction! :) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-53875262442824724812015-01-02T12:47:57.641-08:002015-01-02T12:47:57.641-08:00I somehow missed reading this post earlier... perh...I somehow missed reading this post earlier... perhaps explains you missing out on my name in there ;)<br />Just kidding, dear... but I am glad you love and envy us indian writers thus :) i personally admire your vivacity and approach to life :)<br /><br />And i really find your title catchy and very interesrting :) asma ferdoeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13426971625548353725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-55280309618023321722014-11-24T23:24:20.258-08:002014-11-24T23:24:20.258-08:00Oh well Anmol, it's about time you saw your na...Oh well Anmol, it's about time you saw your name and responded! ;) (I'm teasing you, thus the wink!) Though I don't always agree with your writing - so hard to digest sometimes - you are an amazing writer so I think you deserve credit. Yes, love the fact that even as simple a genuine smile can make someone's day. I imagine I made yours? ;) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-87539446638249261772014-11-24T23:21:03.921-08:002014-11-24T23:21:03.921-08:00You are so welcome Sheethal and my apologies for n...You are so welcome Sheethal and my apologies for not noticing your remarks earlier! :) Yes, kindness can be such a small and simple act like a smile: it's so amazing when you think of that! And I'm glad I made your day with my brief act of kindness by mentioning your name, though you deserve it! :) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-57426085591282399762014-11-24T23:19:23.698-08:002014-11-24T23:19:23.698-08:00My apologies for my belated reply Vinitha. It'...My apologies for my belated reply Vinitha. It's a pleasure to pay tribute to you and others like you who write such wonderful posts, especially fiction. Thank YOU! ;) And thanks for your feedback on kindness as I have the ability to see both sides so I agree on both points you make! ;) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-47071366888994079772014-11-24T23:16:57.111-08:002014-11-24T23:16:57.111-08:00My sincere apologies for my belated response as I ...My sincere apologies for my belated response as I somehow missed it. I do so enjoy your writing Aathira so you deserve honourable mention! ;) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-30551930994587698802014-11-24T23:11:55.141-08:002014-11-24T23:11:55.141-08:00Oh wow! :)
Thank you so much for mentioning my nam...Oh wow! :)<br />Thank you so much for mentioning my name. I really feel honored. I feel great. <br />Kindness can be anything. The moment you make someone smile from the heart, you are kind. :)Anmol Rawathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06086791539325903369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-1544631648506319922014-11-18T11:57:31.730-08:002014-11-18T11:57:31.730-08:00Thank you so much for the mention Elly! :) Highly ...Thank you so much for the mention Elly! :) Highly appreciated. <br /><br />For me kindness, can be a smile, a gesture or any simple act which can make the life of another person a bit better and make their day. And here you made my day, with your kindness of this mention. <3Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08787858130049311614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-61213207009377934432014-11-17T00:39:54.030-08:002014-11-17T00:39:54.030-08:00Thanks for the mention, Elly. Truly an honour to b...Thanks for the mention, Elly. Truly an honour to be mentioned by you. That is so kind of you, indeed. <br />You have a unique voice and I love reading your posts. It is like having a conversation face to face with you. Not all bloggers blog the way you do. That kind of an interaction makes the reader feel valued! <br />Random acts of kindness is the best, so is the small gestures. Because that defines the person as kind one. Because that is his/her nature. But forced kindness isn't bad either if it serves the purpose of bringing joy or helping the other. <br />Very good post you got there, Elly!! :)Vinithahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13443178374019579137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-69755761048207185042014-11-16T21:45:17.954-08:002014-11-16T21:45:17.954-08:00Thanks for the mention, Elly! I'm honored to s...Thanks for the mention, Elly! I'm honored to see my name up there. And yes, you are too kind :) Little acts of kindness go a long way! Aathirahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05048064214070902294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-30905266444787351462014-11-16T17:40:32.927-08:002014-11-16T17:40:32.927-08:00Am I now? ;) Forced kindness can usually be felt ...Am I now? ;) Forced kindness can usually be felt from another; however, like you say, sometimes it is ok...it depends on the circumstances; see Shilpa's comment above. ;) Thanks for the compliment Nisha. I appreciate that! :) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-47055961392361223772014-11-16T17:38:32.077-08:002014-11-16T17:38:32.077-08:00You're welcome Shilpa! :) Yes, small acts of ...You're welcome Shilpa! :) Yes, small acts of kindness can for sure make a big difference in other peoples' lives, even as simple as a smile. And I can understand forced kindness at times too! ;) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-20690730196832444072014-11-16T04:55:40.574-08:002014-11-16T04:55:40.574-08:00Now you are being too kind for having mentioned me...Now you are being too kind for having mentioned me in your list.<br />I believe any deed that is a forced action loses its purpose. However, we begin social animals, in order to keep peace . doing it once a while is ok. If you make it a habit then it only speaks low of you.<br />Time lag or no, you are a thought - provoking blogger.<br />Keep goinv friend! !!!nishasanjeevhttp://nishasanjeevblogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-87439471529816970992014-11-15T23:34:13.440-08:002014-11-15T23:34:13.440-08:00Thanks a lot for the mention, Elly! You made my da...Thanks a lot for the mention, Elly! You made my day. You are so kind and generous! I believe, small acts of kindness make a big difference. Sometimes, even a smile from a stranger can be so uplifting. Being kind towards those who hurt us is tough, but not impossible. So, yes, forced kindness is needed sometimes!Shilpa Garghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11016927627801620377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-43079615911211488382014-11-14T19:49:39.165-08:002014-11-14T19:49:39.165-08:00Thanks Shailaja, though I wouldn't necessarily...Thanks Shailaja, though I wouldn't necessarily say 'beautiful!' ;) However, I will accept your kindness! ;) And you bring up a valid point in that giving and receiving are part of a cycle,and there cannot be a giver without a receiver and likewise. ;) I am happy to 'feature' you Shailaja as I find you a brilliant writer of fiction. :) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-773198636188675392014-11-14T19:47:14.443-08:002014-11-14T19:47:14.443-08:00Thanks 'Canadian Cathy.' ;) I think most...Thanks 'Canadian Cathy.' ;) I think most people can practice kindness more, myself included! ;) Yes, love those bloggers too and like you, feel extremely fortunate to be part of WT as I feel the same as you: they are a lovely and kind bunch, aren't they? ;) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-74394121671820479442014-11-14T19:36:19.924-08:002014-11-14T19:36:19.924-08:00I think this is a beautiful post, Elly! And how fr...I think this is a beautiful post, Elly! And how frank you have been about kindness. Lovely! I also think the kind of kindness that makes you feel happy, either by receiving it or giving it, is the best kind there is. Very happy to be featured in your post, Elly. Thank you for that!Shailaja Vhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12639542621638996802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-85262052140066766372014-11-14T15:17:40.340-08:002014-11-14T15:17:40.340-08:00I enjoyed your post about kindness, Elly.
It doe...I enjoyed your post about kindness, Elly. <br /><br />It does take a conscious effort at times, though and like being grateful and positive, I need to practice it more. Not that I'm a mean person but I can be here in my own little world and get caught up in my own agenda. <br /><br />And I agree about all the great bloggers from India. They are the best and such lovely people, too! I feel fortunate to be part of Write Tribe, such a supportive and friendly group.<br /><br />From your fellow Canadian, Cathy Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14795043512080007108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-81671907679363723772014-11-14T11:30:11.768-08:002014-11-14T11:30:11.768-08:00It is strange isn't it to only have one day de...It is strange isn't it to only have one day dedicated to kindness; however, I think it's just bringing more awareness to it, kind of like Christmas! ;) Yes, a great group of storytellers. My apologies that I forgot you Pixie! Obviously. you were one of the newbie fiction bloggers I met. I will add your name to my list. Thanks for letting me know! ;) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-4673124270394790302014-11-14T11:30:01.006-08:002014-11-14T11:30:01.006-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-30933492260217307562014-11-14T11:27:14.699-08:002014-11-14T11:27:14.699-08:00Yes, when practiced daily, it does make a differen...Yes, when practiced daily, it does make a difference to others as well as yourself. Spontaneous acts of course are the best! ;) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-24153076081134702162014-11-14T11:25:43.988-08:002014-11-14T11:25:43.988-08:00You're welcome Mina: you and the others deserv...You're welcome Mina: you and the others deserve it! :) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-12269749989303380442014-11-14T11:25:08.099-08:002014-11-14T11:25:08.099-08:00You're welcome Beloo: you and the others deser...You're welcome Beloo: you and the others deserve it! ;) Ah, that's an interesting comment: if forced, not kind to begin with! Hmmm, I wonder what the consensus is on that. ;) I agree it should be spontaneous. Being mindful can indeed help us to become more kind I would think! ;) Glad you enjoyed my post. ;) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-81772290144856743062014-11-14T11:21:57.060-08:002014-11-14T11:21:57.060-08:00Yes for sure Vidya. Perhaps it's like a medita...Yes for sure Vidya. Perhaps it's like a meditation as your Mom seems to indicate! ;) <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4481012230858682867.post-67406761543245912852014-11-14T11:21:03.577-08:002014-11-14T11:21:03.577-08:00You're welcome Nabanita! ;) Oh, you mean the...You're welcome Nabanita! ;) Oh, you mean the skill? ;) Well, that's very kind of you to say so Nabanita; however, I think we all have our unique voice that comes out: you did read my blog post on that recently... Yes, sometimes being kind is more natural than other days if due to societal and/or self-pressure; however, coming from the heart is most ideal. I appreciate your honesty Nabanita: that is a voice unto itself! <3elly stornebrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901483285489789483noreply@blogger.com