We all know about Bloggy love, those wonderful comments left by readers who at one time were complete strangers and have become friends. Supportive, and kind, they lift our spirits when we are down, or discouraged.
There is an amazing amount of goodwill out there in the blogosphere. We have all been either on the receiving, or the giving end of a kind comment, and we know what a difference it can make to our day.
I found this article in the Vancouver Sun newspaper about a group of people who have started a online movement called dropalovebomb.
Once a week the growing number of over 1500 people are notified of a new “mission,” on a predetermined day the team members leave supportive comments on the chosen persons blog. Some have lost family members, some are fighting disease, others have children with severe illness.
In our own small way we too can give back, support, or help make change. So smile at a stranger, hold the door open for someone, or leave a supportive comment on a blog, you never know what it will lead to. Maybe together we can make the world a better place.
Jen @ Muddy Boot Dreams
Wonderful, I've checked it out - thanks!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful idea! I'm going right now to check it out.
ReplyDeleteOh this is great idea. I love it. I have made it my choice to try to be a better friend this year. It is so hard to sacrifice time but time is love. Thank you for this great reminder.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea. I agree - kindness and compassion can really make someone's day!
ReplyDeleteI've started a habit of sitting right next to the bus driver so that when I get off, I can look him or her in the eye and say, Thanks. Have a great day.
It must be so unusual as they usually break out into big smiles...
Now that's a movement I could get behind. Love it!
ReplyDeleteG'morn, Jen ~
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely idea. Will pop over ...
Have a beautiful weekend ~
TTFN ~ Hugs, Marydon
A beautiful thought, Jen. Autumn joy, dear friend :)
ReplyDeletethats really awesome!
ReplyDeleteLovely to know of this Jen. Great idea! I hope you are enjoying the fall! ;>)
ReplyDeleteGreat post Jen. What a neat idea. And yes I have been on both ends of that spectrum. It makes us feel so good to hear positive feedback from others. Lovely message. Thanks for sharing and reminding us.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful concept! I'll remember that today! ♥
ReplyDeleteI visit some of the blogs.
ReplyDeleteMakes me grateful.
Even tho I have loses in my life...so many are worse off.
Heartfelt sentiments, great idea...love is far nicer than bombs any time.
ReplyDeleteWhat I find interesting is that it's easier to be a kind stranger, send comforting loving words to a stranger behind the safety of our computer screens then face to face. If only this kindness could be seen in the everyday world and not just the comment sections of blogs...Have a great weekend!! :-))
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful idea! The kindness of others astounds me.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Beautiful post Jen.
ReplyDeleteHi Jen, I love it! And I agree, let's spread it beyond the virtual world. :)
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
Beautiful idea. There is a lot of kindness in the blog world, especially on garden blogs.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a good idea to me..we could all be more kind:)
ReplyDeleteHi Jen, Great post. I am astounded at how many online friends I've made [including you] since joining the blogosphere two years ago. What a wonderful, sweet gentle bunch of souls.
ReplyDelete...Great Idea...Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteOh. Um. I really don't like this idea. If I were having a hard time, I'd be delighted and feel supported if people I already know through blogging left comments. If a whole load of strangers appeared out of the blue I'd be . . . sorry to be out of step with everyone else who has commented - but I'd be angry. I wouldn't like it at all. I hope it's well checked out who to do it for!
ReplyDeleteBy the way, I find the middle of your photos very peaceful and serene.
Lucy