I’m taking my new job very seriously. I remember how it felt when Barbara of Blogging Without A Blog sent me a sneaky little email, advising me to look for a little surprise. I was humbled and honored. I spent some time perusing different sites around the ol’ blogosphere and wouldn’t you know it, I ran across the New Blog of the Week through the prolific comments the owner was leaving at Barbara’s place as well as a few other blog sites.
What struck me first was just the quality and thoughtfulness of her comments. Always contributing in an engaging manner. Always with a positive spin as well. In trying to keep with a general theme of positive and helpful blogs as a primary criteria for selection, hers seemed to be a natural fit.
When you head on over to her place, it feels like a welcome rest stop on the side of a busy road at the end of a long day. You just want to take your shoes off, grab a glass of cold lemonade and hang around for a bit, enjoying the view.
Check out some of the article titles of the recent past:
That should give you some pretty good insight. Here are some excerpts that show why this blog was a lock:
“If we make a habit of doing something nice each day and making someone happy in someway or the other, we will be surprised how quickly it can enrich and change our life. It does not have to be something big. The important thing is that we are doing it for the joy of doing, the pleasure of giving-not for something in return.”
and
“But these individuals are not responsible for how we live the rest of our lives. We are responsible for that. How we respond to these past events and what we carry into our present and our future is entirely up to us and no one else. If we allow the past to negatively affect how we live the rest of our lives, the choices we make, our relationships and our behavior patterns, that is our choice and responsibility not that of the original offender.”
How can you argue with such wisdom?
You can’t.
And that is why the new blog of the week is
Positive Provocations
Positive Provocations is owned by Zeenat. Her “About Me” page tells us she is a Naturopath and degreed in motivational counselling.
Folks, let’s give a positively warm welcome to the New Blog of the Week, Positive Provocations!
Hi George and Zeenat .. it’s been a blog I’ve been going to go across to and just haven’t got there .. now I must go – so thank you for bringing Zeenat into the front line.
Yes – I had noticed that she does gives very thoughtful comments and it certainly makes a difference.
Go well – Hilary Melton-Butcher
Positive Letters Inspirational Stories
.-= Hilary´s last blog ..Aquitaine, Dormitories and a Crab … =-.
Hilary,
Thanks for coming by. I’m sure that you will enjoy yourself when you go visit.
Cheers!
George
Thanks for directing me to Zeenat’s site, George! I hadn’t heard of it ’till now, and you KNOW how I’m a big fan of alternative medicine!
Off to do some reading…
*smiles*
Michele
.-= Michele | aka Raw Juice Girl´s last blog ..Green (Hemp) Oatmeal Breakfast Cookie =-.
Hi Michele,
You are so welcome. There are a lot of great things to love about Zeenat’s site. I’ll be spending additional time there as well!
I like your comments about your inspiration from your daughter.
My son helped me compose most of my novel: “Marching with Elves”
I usually go to him for advice. His mind is so untainted.
Really cool writer’s resource if you ask me!
~Jaybird D
.-= Jay´s last blog ..TRANSYLVANIA =-.
George, I have no words to express my sheer gratitude to you for choosing my blog as the New Blog Find. What a lovely honor. I couldnt believe it when i read your little fun comment on the blog…about a little surprise…but when i got here …I was simply blown away. Thank you for such a beautiful and thoughtful introduction. Its because of people like you that my humble blog can reach more readers and spread more adn more positivity. Youre Just Superb
.-= Zeenat{Positive Provocations}´s last blog ..Good Will Bank =-.
Zeenat,
You helped to make it a very easy choice. your positive outlook and kind manner surely touches those who visit your blog.
I am glad to shine a light on a blog like yours.
George
@Hilary- Hi, I am so glad my comments were thoughtful enough for you to notice a new blogger like me. I do hope i can write more and reach more people for the joy of bringing happiness and positivity to one and all. Thank you for comment here and on my blog as well.
@Michele- Hi, So glad we could connect here with the help of George and his awesome blog. Hope to see more of you. Thank you for the wonderful comment.
.-= Zeenat{Positive Provocations}´s last blog ..Good Will Bank =-.
You’re most welcome, Zeenat! I, too, am so glad we have connected!
.-= Michele | Writer’s Round-About´s last blog ..How to Sell Yourself–Outside of Your Comfort Zone =-.
Hi George,
Another wonderful pick. You’re making me proud.
I LOVE Zeenat’s blog. Her positive attitude and the stories she shares brighten my day each time I visit her. And her comments on other blogs continue to show that upbeat feeling. What can I say, she is awesome.
P.S. Had I continued with the NBOTW series, she would have been one of my picks, too.
Congratulations Zeenat. Enjoy your reign.
.-= Barbara Swafford´s last blog ..He Said, She Said, They Said =-.
Thanks, Barbara.
I’m glad we are on the same page with these. I’m all about keeping up a well established and great tradition!
George
Barbara, Thank you for the vote of encouragement. I am so glad I am able to brighten the hearts andminds of all those who come to my blog..that is originally why I started the blog. To spread happiness and positivity.
Big Hug to you fo all your support.
.-= Zeenat{Positive Provocations}´s last blog ..Good Will Bank =-.
Awesome! Zeenat, it looks like you are doing some really great things with your blog – Keep up the good work!
Matt
.-= Matt | Small Biz Bee´s last blog ..Choosing a Payroll Provider — Five Key Questions to Ask Yourself =-.
Hi Matt,
Thank You for your encouraging comment. I hope to see more of you in the blogosphere.
.-= Zeenat{Positive Provocations}´s last blog ..Good Will Bank =-.
Hi George.
You can trust Barbara to pass on the torch to a great person and who then chooses Zeenat. I am delighted as great blogs deserve to be brought forward and Zeenat’s blog is wonderful.
.-= Wilma Ham´s last blog ..Who Am I? =-.
Hi Wilma,
So glad to see you here. Thank you for the vote of confidence for my blog. Its lovely people like you that keep me motivated.
Lots of Love.
.-= Zeenat{Positive Provocations}´s last blog ..Good Will Bank =-.
This is a great idea. I love to discover new things on the web, but it’s a lot better when someone I trust points something out for me. I don’t know if I would have found Zeenat without your post. Thanks again.
Take care friend, always a pleasure.
Josh
.-= Josh Hanagarne´s last blog ..Poll: What Was Your Worst Job? =-.
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I’m a little late in getting here, but I really do want to say what an excellent choice this is – Zeenat has been so wonderful, and her writing touches me deeply. An excellent choice!
.-= Lance´s last blog ..The Jungle of Food Choices =-.
HI Lance,
Thank you so much for the vote of confidence. Means a lot coming from you. George pleasantly surprised me with this…I felt like a little girl who has been surprised at her surprise birthday party….imagine my glee…:)
.-= Zeenat{Positive Provocations}´s last blog ..As You Think =-.
Way to go George and Zeenat! Great “New Blog of the Week” entry on your part George, and a great blogger you are Zeenat. Look forward to reading your blog regularly!
.-= The Gooroo @ iBlogPlanet.com´s last blog ..Using Testimonials To Increase Sales =-.
Thank you so much for your comment. Hope to see you on Positive Provocations soon.
.-= Zeenat{Positive Provocations}´s last blog ..Peace&Happiness{Inspirational Quote of the Week} =-.
Hey folks,
Just wanted to pop in and thank everyone for giving Zeenat such a warm welcome. It is so great to be a part of this and I’m proud to have all of you as members of this community.
Zeenat, thanks for your personal comments back to the contributors. It makes a difference to me and I’m certain it makes a difference to them.
George
George, you’re most welcome! It IS awesome to be part of this and we’re proud to have you lead us on this journey!
I’m also thrilled to have found Zeenat’s fantabulous blog through this fantabulous post. I haven’t had time yet, but she’s going on my health blog’s blogroll!
Thanks, George!
.-= Michele | Writer’s Round-About´s last blog ..How to Sell Yourself–Outside of Your Comfort Zone =-.
George, It has been my pleasure to connect with so many lovely people through your blog. I am going to be eternally thankful to you for this opportunity.
Warm Regards
.-= Zeenat{Positive Provocations}´s last blog ..Peace&Happiness{Inspirational Quote of the Week} =-.
Michele, Wow…thank you for thinking my blog is goodn enough to join you health blog roll. Its an honor. Thank you thank you…Hugs.
.-= Zeenat{Positive Provocations}´s last blog ..Peace&Happiness{Inspirational Quote of the Week} =-.
You’re most welcome, Zeenat! Thank you for creating such an awesome blog!