Comments on: Sunday Thought For The Day

By: Ian Peatey

Ian Peatey — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 21:24:49 +0000

I believe that I and each and everyone of us are a result of the sum of billions and billions of little decisions and events made by every one of our ancestors. If any single one of those had not happened then I would not be here today. I could not have been conceived on any other moment than the precise moment on which I was conceived. And that moment was the coming together of an inconceivably large number of small steps made by an inconceivably large number of people. Indeed there are no little things. Ian Peatey´s last blog post..Insults, nonviolence and fish

By: Lance

Lance — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 14:46:50 +0000

@Chase – This is such a powerful quote – it says so much to what the little things, how important they truly are. I’ll be over to check out what you’ve got!

@Jenny – Great example – it can just be a word, a sentence, a smile, a look – that can make all the difference in the world. We never know just how much what we do affects others…

@Maya – You’re right – this quote isn’t little at all! And the comments prove that! Thank you, Maya, for this, and for all your continued support.

@Jannie – Right! There is this interconnectedness – among all things…and with that, everything matters. Everything.

@Carla – You’re right, of course, we can’t spend our days making a big deal out of everything. What we can do is act in accordance with our heart and soul. And then move on, knowing we have acted in accordance with our true selves. Thank you, Carla, for this thought today…

By: Carla

Carla — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 01:16:27 +0000

This is so true. Some of the smallest decisions can have tremendous consequences in your life. Though you don’t wan to make a big deal out of every little thing, we do have to consider our choices in life. Carla´s last blog post..Clearing Out

By: Jannie Funster

Jannie Funster — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:03:08 +0000

Yes, and all things matter, in the universe's interconnectedness. Jannie Funster´s last blog post..And the ukulele song winner is…

By: Maya

Maya — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:41:36 +0000

Wow Lance – look at the comments – a little quote and you have a sea of comments …is the quote “little” after all? You have enough material to write a paper right here – you and your blog is a perfect reflection of the quote !

Maya´s last blog post..Preparing to Believe in Yourself: The Science of Ditchiness

By: Jenny

Jenny — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 02:10:52 +0000

It's amazing how the littlest thing can have major consequences isn't it. It's kind of funny, or rather sad that people don't realize this. I suppose that most people don't really realize this simple point, but I wish they would. You never know when just saying "Hey!" could potentially turn their day around and save them from making a terrible choice. Jenny´s last blog post..My Christmas Spirit

By: Chase March

Chase March — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 23:35:39 +0000

This is the quote that started my commonplace book. It was the first time I saw a quote other than a song lyric that I felt I had to keep and remember. Thanks for sharing. I share my commonplace book collection on my sister blog, Thoughtful Cacophony. Check it out if you get a chance. Chase March´s last blog post..Revision is Tough

By: Lance

Lance — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 22:42:08 +0000

@Jenny Mannion – Hi Jenny! It IS easy to overlook the little things (I do it way too often). The whole concept of gratitude related to this is a wonderful look at what can be. In appreciating the little things in our lives, we do open ourselves up for great things when they come.

@Broderick – The idea of “done over time” is powerful – little can become big with the passage of time.

@Mark/Mark Salinas – Thanks Mark!

@Celes – This picture works so well, doesn’t it! The ripple effect of one small drop, or one small thing, can have huge effects as it goes out beyond where it originally started. Life is full of surprises, and we never know what really is around that next corner…

@Jewel – That’s great, Jewel! It starts with a single word. Indeed, it has for every published book. You’re getting there, one step at a time – and that’s very cool!

@LisaNewton – Starting small, a great concept to getting toward something much bigger. And a great message to pass on to your children…

@Liara – Grasping underlying causes – or – seeing the bigger picture in the small day to day things. This is not always easy to understand. It can seem abstract, that which we can’t always visualize. Working toward that end, though, can be a very rewarding experience.

@Mark/ToBeMe – Thanks Mark! And, yes, looking at it this way – everything we do, every move we make, causes a ripple. Where that ripple will go, we can’t really know for sure.

@Sagan – Yes, the things we think are small…really are just part of something much bigger…always.

@Natalia – I understand completely where you’re coming from on the word consequence. That does have a negative tone to it. The truth is, everything we do has an effect on something else. Kind gestures have ways of making people feel good in possibly very great ways. And then there’s the flip side – the things we might do that are “bad” and still small – and they can have large “bad” effects for somebody/something. Great point Natalia. Thanks for sharing that here…

@Caroline – Yes, that is definitely food for thought…what are we doing as we go about our day? And what might the effect really be? Good questions to ask ourselves…

@Jeremy – “Don’t sweat the small stuff” – hmm…interesting thought Jeremy. If it all counts, maybe we do need to sweat some of these small things a bit more. At least, listen for a real answer on what we should do… This is something worth pondering, thanks!

By: Jeremy

Jeremy — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 22:15:53 +0000

You've just inspired me to become more analytical than I already am, so much for "not sweating the small stuff" J Jeremy´s last blog post..Barack Obama is Not Your Messiah

By: Caroline

Caroline — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 18:03:18 +0000

There are no small things...now this is food for thought! Caroline´s last blog post..Who are you?

By: Natalia Burleson

Natalia Burleson — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 17:36:49 +0000

Wow Lance, I have been pondering about this quote since I read it yesterday. Except for the word consequences this quote makes me think of the little things that we can do for people. Small kind gestures that when paid forward could possibly change someone's life! Showing someone that they matter, a simple smile and letting someone go ahead of you in line. On the flip side, consequences conjures up bad things, cutting off somebody while driving because your in such a hurry and can't be bothered to let someone out in front of you..seemingly inconsequential, but if paid forward could have the potential to ruin somebody's life. Definitely something to think about! Have a great day, Lance! Natalia Burleson´s last blog post..Dern Veggies! Update week 3 goals.

By: Sagan

Sagan — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:28:01 +0000

Beautiful! All the little things contribute to the big stuff. So it's true... there really are no small things. Love these quotes. Sagan´s last blog post..Life Lessons: Skating and Sugar

By: Mark

Mark — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:01:22 +0000

Lance, Very insightful quote. Yes, it is true, all things effect us in both little and grand ways. Every movement we make, every thought we have creates a ripple in time and space. Mark´s last blog post..Beliefs and Experiences

By: Liara Covert

Liara Covert — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 15:05:19 +0000

Cause and effect teaches that every action has an equal and opposite reaction. Of course, human minds do not always have insight into the nature of effects simply because people do not truly grasp underlying causes. This reminds us how much learning remains to be done. Ah--the timeless joy of exploring a mystery! Liara Covert´s last blog post..5 Myths shattered about death

By: LisaNewton

LisaNewton — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:39:36 +0000

All the little things make up one big thing. And to accomplish the big thing, start with something little. This is the advice I've given myself and my children. When a task seems overwhelming, just start small and slowly chip away at it. Soon enough, the big thing starts to look much smaller. Thanks for the great quote, and excellent picture representation, Lance. LisaNewton´s last blog post..Walkin’ Santa Monica Boulevard in Beverly Hills