tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post419496494302617295..comments2024-03-29T05:49:06.416-04:00Comments on MARIETTE'S BACK TO BASICS: {The Surprising Power of our Social Networks}Mariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-74138068700245390202019-01-12T19:19:44.717-05:002019-01-12T19:19:44.717-05:00Dearest Katie Isabella,
Yes, some contacts can bec...Dearest Katie Isabella,<br />Yes, some contacts can become really friendships in the true meaning. Not just superficial...<br />All emotions are involved in any friendship and it depends how strong and how deep its foundations are, how it will uphold under certain circumstances. We cannot hold on to everyone as those might never have shown their 'true' face... <br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-89253144930754477722019-01-12T10:32:02.688-05:002019-01-12T10:32:02.688-05:00Dearest Mariette, I got over here to see what it ...Dearest Mariette, I got over here to see what it was Michiko and you pf course were referring to, Indeed I feel it is true that our social network can influence us when we are truly friends, interlinked with one another. Such contacts can be sad as well, as in how face to face friendships can be. I, as do many others, have many stories about some that flourished and some that foundered. XXOOKatie Isabellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04298277081648176277noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-77968601841982294102015-01-10T16:48:09.280-05:002015-01-10T16:48:09.280-05:00Cara V.,
Con un grande libro è perfetta e questo è...Cara V.,<br />Con un grande libro è perfetta e questo è disponibile anche in italiano. Godetevi la vostra tazza di caffè o tè e felice fine settimana!<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-21057756044424428142015-01-10T12:56:09.311-05:002015-01-10T12:56:09.311-05:00Ciao Mariette, mi piace questa idea di leggere un ...Ciao Mariette, mi piace questa idea di leggere un buon libro con una tazza di qualcosa: caffè o tè che sia... e un bel mazzolino di fiori freschi.<br />A presto,<br />V.SeV a colazionehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06963176304248566884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-66126704428569585852015-01-09T20:17:35.299-05:002015-01-09T20:17:35.299-05:00Dearest Kay,
Yes and surprisingly there is a lot m...Dearest Kay,<br />Yes and surprisingly there is a lot more positive than negative but it is like with change; coins make a lot more noise...<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-89045742174450027422015-01-09T19:53:08.409-05:002015-01-09T19:53:08.409-05:00I quite realize that Mariette, we can let the nega...I quite realize that Mariette, we can let the negatives slide away and treasure the positives. <br />That is the same with all of life.<br />Hugs KayKays Kidshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06827563377809065783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-14635561803187673512015-01-09T18:54:54.964-05:002015-01-09T18:54:54.964-05:00Dearest Olympia,
Oh, you certainly could join in o...Dearest Olympia,<br />Oh, you certainly could join in on this relaxing moment, even with your own Greek version of the book and I am more than willing to share some chocolate with you; dark or milk?!<br />Exposing ourselves as a positive person is always a good thing because there is already way too much negativity in this world. <br />Thank you and also you and your husband and daughter all the best for 2015 in good health.<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-18499655313928052252015-01-09T18:52:00.409-05:002015-01-09T18:52:00.409-05:00Liebe Ruth,
Ja stimmt; was braucht man mehr?! Unse...Liebe Ruth,<br />Ja stimmt; was braucht man mehr?! Unser Netzwerk ist viel grösser als jeder sich je geträumt hätte und dieses Buch ist so gut um es uns zu erklären wie alles vor geht. Und via Internet kann man eigentlich noch ziehlgerichter die Menschen finden mit dem gleichen Gefühle und Werten! Es zieht us wirklich an und dazu ist jede Fremdsprache wirklich das allergrösste Fenster zur Welt...<br />Liebe Grüsse,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-1193791769212358252015-01-09T18:48:55.588-05:002015-01-09T18:48:55.588-05:00Dearest Miyako,
Thank you for your warm comment an...Dearest Miyako,<br />Thank you for your warm comment and insight and to me the goldfish looks Japanese indeed but very effective! Let us hope that the world will remain full of positive ripple effects and that we keep learning from each other across the borders. Like happiness shared with a group during a delicious dinner and that being told to others, it widens the network instantly and it makes so many others happy too! <br />Internet is another way for broadening our horizons in ways that never before existed! <br />Love and hugs from Georgia/USA,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-86509834192048205092015-01-09T18:44:55.264-05:002015-01-09T18:44:55.264-05:00Liebe Julia,
Ja, es hört sich fast unglaublich an ...Liebe Julia,<br />Ja, es hört sich fast unglaublich an eure Schweizer Temperatur für Morgen! Geniesse es jedoch. Hier ist es noch immer kalt und deswegen ist lesen eine gute Zeitverwendung, mein Mann liest auch sehr viel aber mehr auf seinem Nook! Ich mag eigentlich ein Buch sehr gerne, in meinem Ledersessel schön warm eingebettet mit gefaltetem Beinen unter meinem Hintern... Wenn's kalt ist eine Kuscheldecke drübergelegt!<br />Lässt uns noch viele positiven Wellen machen mit unser Netzwerk und auch unser virtuelles Netzwerk.<br />Liebe Grüssen,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-78837662242195799902015-01-09T18:36:34.300-05:002015-01-09T18:36:34.300-05:00Dearest Karen,
It sure is good reading and also th...Dearest Karen,<br />It sure is good reading and also the fact that it has been published in 19 languages speaks volumes! <br />Yes, a coffee with some chocolate to enjoy a reading, with my feet tucked under in my favorite chair is pure bliss! <br />Always we have to consider the ripple effect caused by what we say or do. Trying to be positive is very valuable.<br />Hugs to you and happy weekend - stay cozy and warm.<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-60861006140801636962015-01-09T16:12:02.056-05:002015-01-09T16:12:02.056-05:00Network certainly affects our lives but we must be...Network certainly affects our lives but we must be careful of how we expose ourselves in it. Wish I could join you in this coffee relaxing moment...<br />Wish you and your husband a healthy and prosperous new year dearest Mariette! <br />Olympia Things and Thoughtshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10315714666630050229noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-88376991126933743082015-01-09T12:52:06.279-05:002015-01-09T12:52:06.279-05:00Liebe Mariette,
das sieht sehr kuschlig aus - leck...Liebe Mariette,<br />das sieht sehr kuschlig aus - leckere Schokolade, eine Tasse guten Kaffee dazu, ein interessantes Buch und schöne Blümchen..... was braucht man mehr?<br />ja manchmal überlege ich, wer wohl zur gleichen Zeit an die gleichen Dinge denkt - wer fühlt so wie ich? - ich glaube auch, dass wir miteinander verbunden sind - zumindest mit einigen Menschen die gleichen Sinns sind -<br /><br />liebe Grüße - Ruthkleine-creative-Welthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12353289566538786194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-30422570214307355682015-01-09T04:24:34.277-05:002015-01-09T04:24:34.277-05:00Dearest Mariette; I really think we need to remi...Dearest Mariette; I really think we need to remind of ourselves that what we say ripple through our network; and agree with you that network can help us peer beyond our social horizon and widen our eyes!!! Hope we all use it with a positive way☆☆☆<br />Always Love how you arrange your table setting, sure must give you a great enjoyable time for reading♡♡♡ Yes, I also like the goldfish (maybe) image on the cover which have Japanese atmosphere :-)<br /><br />Sending Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan to my Dear friend in America, xoxo Miyako*orchid0324https://www.blogger.com/profile/01230850040531307075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-24490722145949310342015-01-09T01:52:04.421-05:002015-01-09T01:52:04.421-05:00Liebe Mariette,
bestimmt ein interessantes Buch. ...Liebe Mariette,<br /><br />bestimmt ein interessantes Buch. Ich glaube seit jeher das der Mensch wie ein Netzwerk immer miteinander verbunden ist. Wir nehmen es bewusst selten wahr, doch unser Denken, Handeln, Tun sind wie Wellen die sich aus der nahen Umgebung in die weite Welt ausbreiten können. Genauso verhält es sich umgekehrt...wir ziehen oft dass an wie wir Denken, Handeln und Tun.<br /><br />Unser Wetter ist zur Zeit schon eher frühlingshaft. Morgen wird es sage und schreibe tagsüber bis zu 16° Grad in Teilen der Schweiz sein. Man stelle sich das vor?<br /><br />Ich wünsche dir viele kuschelige Stunden mit deinen Katzen und Decke und Mann bei eurer Kälte. :-)<br /><br />Liebe Grüessli<br />JuliaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15884531349118297977noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-84691633951611418122015-01-09T00:50:12.913-05:002015-01-09T00:50:12.913-05:00Dear Mariette,
I have seen this book and thought ...Dear Mariette, <br />I have seen this book and thought about reading it. I hope you are finding it good reading! The pretty table setting makes it enjoyable, I am sure. With social networking we really do create ripples that go beyond what we could imagine....a good reminder to pay attention to what we put out there! Enjoy your reading! <br />Hugs xo KarenKaren @ Beatrice Euphemiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08631972741518142563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-21778815257604254452015-01-09T00:30:32.162-05:002015-01-09T00:30:32.162-05:00Lieve Ger,
Je kunt het boek mooi in het nederlands...Lieve Ger,<br />Je kunt het boek mooi in het nederlands lezen ook; dat is dus gemakkelijk.<br />Niet iedereen is geschikt voor b.v. het werk wat wij járen hebben gedaan. Leerlingen die naar het praktische training college voor de champignonteelt kwamen, die kenden we óók niet persoonlijk. Maar gedurende het jaar, of voor de volledige opleiding, gedurende de drie jaar dat je ermee omging, leerde je elkaar kennen en waarderen. Les geven is nu eenmaal een vak waarbij je kennis uitdraagt naar anderen. <br />En dit werd nog eens versterkt toen we dit gingen doen in het buitenland, in zeven talen. Niet altijd gemakkelijk maar ook dat leer je! Wat dacht je van een chirurg die iemand een nood operatie moet geven waarbij er géén contact is met de patiënt. Dat komt toch ook tot stand en meestal ook met goede afloop; die chirurg voelt zich tóch goed onder iemand persoonlijk te kennen. Onzekerheid kun je overwinnen en die ander tegenover je is ook maar gewoon een 'mens' met precies dezelfde gevoelens! <br />Het boek duidt zéker niet alleen in de richting van sociale media (internet) maar ook in de dagelijkse omgang via het werk, vrienden, familie en hobbies.<br />Liefs,<br />Mariette<br />Mariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-84608087652421105902015-01-09T00:22:24.978-05:002015-01-09T00:22:24.978-05:00Dearest Michiko,
Yeah, reading with a cup of coffe...Dearest Michiko,<br />Yeah, reading with a cup of coffee and chocolate is a great way! You could read this book in Japanese also; one of 19 languages it's published in.<br />You mean, you ate less over the holidays? I don't think I gained anything either...<br />The weather here is by far not yet like going outdoors... we had rain and now it is freezing for a couple of nights. But soon it will get better and I hope your rain will stop to give you a break so you can play golf!<br />Hugs and oodles of love to you; stay positive!<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-84298463105565642902015-01-09T00:18:58.477-05:002015-01-09T00:18:58.477-05:00Dearest Deborah,
This book is by no means only ref...Dearest Deborah,<br />This book is by no means only referring to internet connections; that is only a part of the total social network. We always ought to be considerate, be it at the workplace or wherever!<br />Sending you hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-66764799312814473042015-01-09T00:16:25.391-05:002015-01-09T00:16:25.391-05:00Dearest Nicole,
Ja, een erg goed boek is het en di...Dearest Nicole,<br />Ja, een erg goed boek is het en dit onderwerp blijft ook waardevol, ook ná 2010. Het feit dat het in zóveel talen is uitgegeven is bewijs genoeg dat het goed is.<br />Liefs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-69860288344358977202015-01-09T00:14:52.483-05:002015-01-09T00:14:52.483-05:00Dearest Dimi,
All our social network is changing, ...Dearest Dimi,<br />All our social network is changing, look at daughter Flora's as she breaks out of her Dutch social network, from work, friends and hobbies in order to come home. That way we can literally share cultures and feelings in a very positive way; if needed, without any delay.<br />Even though this book is from 2010, it is still very valid including with internet connections that can be very enriching.<br />We stay warm under our down duvet with flannel cover; again frost tonight!<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-68471000580370069332015-01-09T00:10:28.470-05:002015-01-09T00:10:28.470-05:00Dearest Tamago,
It is very interesting and this co...Dearest Tamago,<br />It is very interesting and this cover, one wonders how long it took for having that fish make the leap. But in the book there is also written about schools of fish swim together, without there being a real leader! People too react to certain things in a way that makes for following...<br />Oh sure, with all the means of social networks available to us now, we can really help right away when needed for any cause. That is such a positive energy and it gives us all joy. Shared happiness always is double happiness!<br />Hugs to you,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-8611937305213529552015-01-09T00:05:27.406-05:002015-01-09T00:05:27.406-05:00Dearest Tammy,
The book is very interesting and it...Dearest Tammy,<br />The book is very interesting and it is about the whole scope of social networking in all of its forms. Like you state here, I too have had such great connections via blogging. We select and that only can lead to enriching each other!<br />Hugs to you and happy Friday.<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-48853028483421747742015-01-09T00:03:23.920-05:002015-01-09T00:03:23.920-05:00Dearest Kay,
But the book is not at all aiming at ...Dearest Kay,<br />But the book is not at all aiming at social networking via Internet. In general, in daily life we interact with so many and on top of that, we can stay in touch with friends and loved ones that are a distance away from us. That is a very positive thing! The positive and negative you find in personal friendships, between coworkers and everywhere you turn in society; but we have a free will and we select! And than it is very positive and uplifting.<br />Hugs,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1974466215163623524.post-5133966971028358092015-01-09T00:00:01.639-05:002015-01-09T00:00:01.639-05:00Dearest Jim,
Oh, our interconnected society always...Dearest Jim,<br />Oh, our interconnected society always has been that way but with the modern internet it does help to share positive emotions of happiness and occasionally sad tidings too, at the moment they actually happen. That is so different from having to wait till a letter will reach the other party... feelings have already evaporated and cannot be recreated to really share together.<br />With our worldwide connections, either from students that came to our practical mushroom training college, or later in life from our international consulting, internet proves a great medium. The one or the other can never completely become a substitute. And always for seeking the positive to share with others! If we all learn to take that route, it will be a valuable one. Sure, blogs we follow, we selected for a reason! It adds value to our life.<br />Kindest regards,<br />MarietteMariette VandenMunckhof-Vedderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877699174880945452noreply@blogger.com