And YOU should know, dear Eric! You must be a very rich man, indeed! I always feel comforted just by clicking on any email notification of a new post from you!
Over the years, many people have shown kindness to me, though sometimes I’m not derserving. I wish I was as ‘rich’ as you say – but am working on it, my dear.
What you said is true, but I am greedy. Yes, extending kindness enriches the giver but I also love to be the recipient. This chain reaction will make life more cheery.
Ah, Jasey now I’m gonna tease you by saying – there is giving and there is giving. Giving can be receiving and receiving can be giving 🙂 Luv and big hugz for you, Eric
Kindness is a fruit of the Holy Spirit. God said to be filled with the Holy Spirit, but being out in the world, you know that many/most are not. Kindness and gentleness are two fruits that I strive for ever
Very true that kindness and gentleness are worthy chalices to strive for…and all with different levels of challenges, I reckon. Easier to shower these on people we love and gets increasingly more difficult when confronted by people less loved.
Very interesting how you worded it, Eric! Kindness exists in and of itself, but it really is “something given” by the one possessing kindness. Just as rudeness is. But what makes kindness special is that this “something given” ultimately becomes a welcome gift! 🙂
Kindness is a beautiful trait fills heart with happiness….so beautifully put Eric,…giving always gives pleasure that taking…
Charity in heart fills your soul wih eternal spring
Hi Eric, no I have taken a break from blogging but hope to be back soon. I am hearing others are missing the posts. I am hoping to publish one soon 🙂
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This is so true. I don’t know why anyone would choose not be kind 🙂
Interesting question Janna…why indeed. Perhaps, the next time one could ask…then again, perhaps not.
Many years ago, I called a new company to enquire about one of their products. The woman was shockingly rude. I replaced the handset but felt outrage. I called the company again and the same woman answered – very rudely. I calmy asked why she behaved so, as I was polite, we didn’t know each other, etc. She went quiet and I persisted. She explained that she had a rough morning and went on and on…I got the distinct feeling that she was lying. Anyway, I offered her my sympathy and wondered whether she would apologise – she slammed the phone down! I called again, but she refused to answer.
Such a wonderful, to the point post, Eric. You’re such an eloquent, amazing writer! My hope and wish from this post is that for everyone that sees this, one person could do at LEAST one simple act of kindness for someone they normally wouldn’t. And if that one simple act of kindness is too difficult to start out with, start with a mere smile and work your way up. It does a heart good!
I WOULD LIKE THIS IMAGE AS A MURAL IN MY APARTMENT 🙂 🙂 🙂
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What a lovely gesture Cat – yes, go ahead. It is yours with my best wishes, Eric 🙂 🙂 🙂
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I WOULD NEVER ERIC ….IT IS YOUR WORK …..:)
THANK YOU FOR THE LOVELY LOVELY INSPIRATION THOUGH …..
I THINK I HAVE A NEW PROJECT IN HEART ……..
INSTEAD A PAINTING MY APARTMENT A NEW COLOUR …….
I THINK I WILL JUST PAINT WORDS I LOVE ALL OVER IT 🙂 🙂 🙂
THANKS FOR THE INSPIRATION 🙂
I was going to say too true but I can think of an example where a bit of kindness was really needed to lift the recipient from a hole, so in that example the recipient was enriched more. That said they probably both were enriched by it – but I take your point!
You are right Elliot > Most times the recipient’s reward is immediate/here…the giver’s reward is also immediate but I like to think it accummulates where it counts – at least, that is what I believe (not all will agree)
I also agree with you that sometimes, the recipient benefits more…such as when we throw a real lifeline.
The pressures, demands and distractions of modern life. Plus, those who live in cities as strangers to one another feel they can get away with plenty…akin to posting nasties on the internet while hiding behind pseudonyms.
The challenge is to rise above all this, I reckon.
Good words… True words Eric!
Thank you Steve – nothing new here, but worth repetitions, I reckon. Cheers, Eric
And YOU should know, dear Eric! You must be a very rich man, indeed! I always feel comforted just by clicking on any email notification of a new post from you!
Awwwh Granbee! That is so sweet of you 🙂
Over the years, many people have shown kindness to me, though sometimes I’m not derserving. I wish I was as ‘rich’ as you say – but am working on it, my dear.
I’ve no doubt your coffers brim 🙂
Luv and big hugz for my Granbee, Eric
What you said is true, but I am greedy. Yes, extending kindness enriches the giver but I also love to be the recipient. This chain reaction will make life more cheery.
Ah, Jasey now I’m gonna tease you by saying – there is giving and there is giving. Giving can be receiving and receiving can be giving 🙂 Luv and big hugz for you, Eric
It certainly does!
We are agreement.
However, makes one pause and dwell – why then so many ‘poor’…
Kindness is a fruit of the Holy Spirit. God said to be filled with the Holy Spirit, but being out in the world, you know that many/most are not. Kindness and gentleness are two fruits that I strive for ever
Very true that kindness and gentleness are worthy chalices to strive for…and all with different levels of challenges, I reckon. Easier to shower these on people we love and gets increasingly more difficult when confronted by people less loved.
Very interesting how you worded it, Eric! Kindness exists in and of itself, but it really is “something given” by the one possessing kindness. Just as rudeness is. But what makes kindness special is that this “something given” ultimately becomes a welcome gift! 🙂
You are very right Dee – ultimately, when we give – we are the recipients 🙂
Kindness is a beautiful trait fills heart with happiness….so beautifully put Eric,…giving always gives pleasure that taking…
Charity in heart fills your soul wih eternal spring
Wonderful sentiments, Soma dear.
We can all easily fill our hearts and souls – as we take from our coffers, it brims…
Short, sweet and… TRUE!
Thank you Christy B,
Just the way I like it too.
P/s You have not posted lately – or am I missing something?
Hi Eric, no I have taken a break from blogging but hope to be back soon. I am hearing others are missing the posts. I am hoping to publish one soon 🙂
This is so true. I don’t know why anyone would choose not be kind 🙂
Interesting question Janna…why indeed. Perhaps, the next time one could ask…then again, perhaps not.
Many years ago, I called a new company to enquire about one of their products. The woman was shockingly rude. I replaced the handset but felt outrage. I called the company again and the same woman answered – very rudely. I calmy asked why she behaved so, as I was polite, we didn’t know each other, etc. She went quiet and I persisted. She explained that she had a rough morning and went on and on…I got the distinct feeling that she was lying. Anyway, I offered her my sympathy and wondered whether she would apologise – she slammed the phone down! I called again, but she refused to answer.
Such a wonderful, to the point post, Eric. You’re such an eloquent, amazing writer! My hope and wish from this post is that for everyone that sees this, one person could do at LEAST one simple act of kindness for someone they normally wouldn’t. And if that one simple act of kindness is too difficult to start out with, start with a mere smile and work your way up. It does a heart good!
Thank you, Eric! 🙂
Bless you Tina,
You voiced my sentiments exactly.
Peace, Eric 🙂
AMAZING ………
AND IT SURE DOES …
I knew this would resonate with you – knowing how much love and kindness you spread through your posts. Peace, Eric 🙂
I WOULD LIKE THIS IMAGE AS A MURAL IN MY APARTMENT 🙂 🙂 🙂
What a lovely gesture Cat – yes, go ahead. It is yours with my best wishes, Eric 🙂 🙂 🙂
I WOULD NEVER ERIC ….IT IS YOUR WORK …..:)
THANK YOU FOR THE LOVELY LOVELY INSPIRATION THOUGH …..
I THINK I HAVE A NEW PROJECT IN HEART ……..
INSTEAD A PAINTING MY APARTMENT A NEW COLOUR …….
I THINK I WILL JUST PAINT WORDS I LOVE ALL OVER IT 🙂 🙂 🙂
THANKS FOR THE INSPIRATION 🙂
So true…
Thank you Anita
THe basic value of life..and the greatest virtue of a soul..the biggest challenge for today’s human!!!
You are so right – humans need to give kindness before they can move to love
five hundred percent agreement Eric. I will love to share it with my friends, hope you wont be angry.
Angry? Noooooooooooooooooo 🙂
Feel free to share and spread – we need more kindess 🙂
Peace and luv, Eric
i really agree, loving everyone is quite tough to me, but we can try to be kind in behaviour as long as the other person will allow us to be 🙂
=) too true, and thank God for that =)
Let us all spread some kindness.
For those who don’t have the time or know how – start small, start with a smile…
I was going to say too true but I can think of an example where a bit of kindness was really needed to lift the recipient from a hole, so in that example the recipient was enriched more. That said they probably both were enriched by it – but I take your point!
You are right Elliot > Most times the recipient’s reward is immediate/here…the giver’s reward is also immediate but I like to think it accummulates where it counts – at least, that is what I believe (not all will agree)
I also agree with you that sometimes, the recipient benefits more…such as when we throw a real lifeline.
So very true…love the sentiment.
Kindness is free, costs us nothing to say kind words, show simple kindness – we get more than we give.
Even the calculative among us must agree – this is a pretty good deal
i try to be kind at all times
we need to remember this all the time, thanks for sharing
You’re welcome Terry.
I agree with what you say.
Peace, Eric
Something that needs to be highlighted more often. Simple but true Eric.
Thank you Tricia,
I’ve not said anything new but you’re right > this thought needs repetition.
Peace, Eric
One of the attributes in a person I most admire.
The pressures, demands and distractions of modern life. Plus, those who live in cities as strangers to one another feel they can get away with plenty…akin to posting nasties on the internet while hiding behind pseudonyms.
The challenge is to rise above all this, I reckon.
as to posting nasties — pure cowardice