Graytful

I received mail recently, that stunned me. The first one was from  eCollege Finder. I was told I was nominated for a Top Writing Blog. I had to read this email 3 times. I was stunned and thought for sure they had the wrong Ella.  I also received a letter, via snail mail regarding the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, the same day.  It was in regards to a publication called, "Shambhala Sun".   The letter expresses, "Our emotions and perceptions are like seeds in the garden of our minds-and mindfulness is like cool water." It goes on to talk about the seeds of joy and how we must water them. It also mentions how we all are deeply interconnected. "No one can be one's self alone"~ Thich Nhat Hanh

To accept this honor, I had to answer 2 questions and email them back.  I would like to personally say THANK YOU, to the special someone that nominated me. Words can't express, how I feel, felt when I read, I was being considered.  Thank you!!!  And thank you to those who comment and share your lives, your thoughts and view!

Blogging is a gift, it is sad so many don't realize this potential. I am referring to those who don't blog. They do not understand the profound connections that can be made, the friendships that develop and the sense of camaraderie.  Just like Thich Nhat Hanh said, "No one can be one's self alone"~    Thank you to all who blog, who take the time to share their daily lives. You fill my world with more sunshine!

The first question kind of stumped me for a bit.  How would you describe your blog to readers?

 

My voice is about finding beauty in the everyday. We all can relate to the black n’ white moments of life, but there is joy to be found in the gray. I’m so not the Pollyanna type. Blogging is helping me to find the ripples of light, in my daily life.

 

What advice can you offer students aiming to improve their writing acumen?

On this journey called life, we have to keep learning, keep moving towards our dreams, our goals. Your view is unique. Yes, we all share experiences, but remember to use your voice.  The essence of your authenticity is what sets you apart!   

Remember though: 
"No one can be one's self alone" ~Thich Nhat Hanh