Do problems ever come alone? I guess not! They always came like bundled offers… ‘Feel terrible along with terrified’ or ‘Get scared and get scarred too’.
It is so easy to have pity parties in head and drown in sorrows and setbacks during these trying times.
In these darkest hours, a simple act of kindness, a helping hand , a smile from a stranger, an ear to listen, or a comforting word, can give hope that one needs so badly.
And this little hope goes a long way, just like this candle, dispelling and defying darkness in this room, singlehandedly!
Linking this to Wordy Wednesday at Blog-A-Rhythm
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Can’t tell you how much your post speaks to me right now. Great thought.
Glad that this post resonated with you, Rachna! Hugs ♥
Yeah sometimes a simple smile can make all the difference. Love those thoughts.
I think a smile is soooo powerful. I remember reading this on Corinne’s blog some time back and it has stayed with me…
“A man who jumped off the Golden Gate Bridge, left a suicide note “I’m walking to the bridge. If one person smiles at me on the way, I will not jump.” Sadly, no one smiled!
Thanks Tulika. Glad you liked this drabble.
What a sad sad thing to happen. That reminds me I have a draft lying somewhere on this. Must dig it out, thanks. And here’s a smile for you 🙂
Do dig that old draft and share it with us. Thanks Tulika 🙂 ♥
That one gesture that makes all the difference in the world. Often you make my day with your kind words of encouragement about my writing. I appreciate you so much Shilpa! You are a rock star and someone I am proud to call my friend. ♥
True, a smile, a comforting word, are so small actions but they are bOG on impact! Thank you so much for your kind words, Kathy! Love your micro-fictions. The feeling is mutual, I am blessed to be in your circle of friends too ♥
There is saying that ‘Trouble comes in Threes’. While I am not sure about the exact number, I agree that problems never come alone. They like company. Well written. Like your take on the prompt. 🙂
Oh yes, they surely love company! Thanks Shantala, glad you liked this piece 🙂
It always helps to know that you are not alone!
True, a small support can mean a lot!
Simple acts of kindness such as those you mention certainly help to uplift and brighten someone’s mood and/or day when one is down and out. A great analogy to the lit candle! 🙂 <3
Thanks Elly. Are you continuing your story for this prompt! You must 🙂 ♥
I have no idea….I didn’t plan to! Time will tell! 😉 <3
“It is so easy to have pity parties in the head….” – I really appreciate this line, especially today. Thanks for this reminder, Shilpa.
Glad that this post resonates with you and made you reflect too. Hugs Beloo ♥
I agree, those simple gestures make a lot of difference. Recently, I had this experience of an auto driver giving me a gracious blessing when my husband was hospitalized and I looked helpless to him while traveling in his auto. It uplifted my mood and made wonders to the day. You nailed it!!
I know what you mean. Glad that the auto driver that day made your day. Hope your husband is fit and fine now. Take care and god bless, Madhavi 🙂
If troubles come in a bundle, so will joys. Cheers 🙂
Destination Infinity
Well said!! 🙂
Lovely!:)
Thanks Swaram 🙂
I am always amazed how much light even a small candle gives out in the darkness. May we always have a candle to dispel the darkness.
Amen to that, Suzy! 🙂
True. They never come alone. And big troubles make us appreciate those small acts of kindness even more.
True that! A drowning man will even clutch at a straw!
that is so true. In darkest times, sometimes the warmest word can keep us going. Kindness be unconditional 🙂 Beautiful post.
Agree. In tough times, a small act of kindness can go a long way. Thanks Raj 🙂
this one so reminds me of the song”candle in the wind”
a beautiful take on the prompt… the first para is so true!
Thanks S 🙂
Nothing follows like failures. You are absolutely right. A sympathetic smile will go a long way.
Thanks SG 🙂
The lighted candle burns brightly as hope and tidier beginnings. Good thoughts.
Thank you Lata 🙂
Insightful, Shilpa and true too! A simple act of kindness, a smile, they all can do wonders and so does the candle!!
Agree completely 🙂
So true Shilpa. Well written 🙂
Thank you Swathi 🙂
That is so true, Shilpa. Some kind and comforting words uttered at the right time can mean the world.
You bet! They make a BIG difference 🙂
Kindness to help find the light within 🙂 I liked this.
Thanks Vinay. Glad you liked it 🙂