The Bright Old Oak

Inspiration is the key!

About

The Bright Old Oak is a philosophical & cultural web-journal.
General topics, from current affairs to classic books reviews take place under its branches. Its aim is to awaken those who are in need for inspiration, as the Bright Old Oak represents the ancient purpose of mankind to get in touch with its most profound meaning and way of expression.

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110 Comments on “About”

  1. lebenchmark
    11 April, 2012

    I like your blog!

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  2. lebenchmark
    11 April, 2012

    Mine is lebenchmark how did you discovered it ?

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    • thebrightoldoak
      11 April, 2012

      You wrote about literature and I caught one of your posts on that topic. It’s a cool blog. :)

      Reply
  3. Barb Drummond
    15 April, 2012

    Hi, thanks for following my blog. Hope you enjoy the postings. cheers

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  4. lostupabove
    20 April, 2012

    Hello I’ve nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award. I hope you enjoy it. Details can be found here: http://wp.me/p1ZC80-U4
    Love, Steph

    Reply
  5. R.A.D. Stainforth
    22 April, 2012

    Excellent blog! Following …

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  6. throughenglisheyesmark
    29 April, 2012

    Hi there, thanks so much for stopping by my blog http://reflectionsofchina.wordpress.com/ and for the likes, they are appreciated :) …I love your site the concept and its purpose, well done, will follow :)

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    • thebrightoldoak
      29 April, 2012

      Thank you for stopping by and commenting on the blog’s purpose. ;) Happy sunday!

      Reply
  7. Anthony Donnelly
    4 May, 2012

    That’s a great concept for a blog, I like your philosophy, and I’m so glad you popped by my site and liked my newest piece of artwork! Have a wonderful weekend.

    Anthony

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  8. mac
    6 May, 2012

    Nice blog – inspiration is a great thing!
    And thx for the likes :)

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  9. darcymcneil
    7 May, 2012

    Nice blog here, how did you fing mine? Cheers!

    Reply
  10. Vivien L.
    8 May, 2012

    Love the name of your blog.

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  11. arbrealettres
    8 May, 2012

    Happy and PoeticTuesday! ;-)
    Ch Passeur de Mots :-)
    Blog de Poésie: http://arbrealettres.wordpress.com
    Index: http://pagesperso-orange.fr/coolcookie/poesie/index.html

    Blog de Photos: http://arbreaphotos.wordpress.com

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  12. Ian Street
    9 May, 2012

    Hi there thanks for popping over to http://www.intotheorchard.com and following the blog, good to have you aboard. I’m also on Twitter @ianstreet67 cheers Ian

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  13. MONYA NEBA
    9 May, 2012

    Hey there, I’ve just nominated you for the Inspiring Blog Award. If you are interested, here’s the link: http://monyaneba.wordpress.com/2012/05/09/1427/

    Reply
  14. Charlotte Reads Classics
    10 May, 2012

    I see you’ve already got it but just to let you lnow I’ve nominated you (again!) for the Versatile Blogger Award :) Here is a link if you want to take a look: http://charlottereadsclassics.wordpress.com/2012/05/10/excellent-blogs-for-your-reading-pleasure/

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  15. arbrealettres
    10 May, 2012

    Thanks! And … sorry for my bad english… :-(
    I am only a “passeur de Poésie” sans aucun esprit de concours ou autre… mais merci quand même ;-)
    Bonne continuation :-)
    Ch Passeur de Mots :-)
    Blog de Poésie: http://arbrealettres.wordpress.com
    Index: http://pagesperso-orange.fr/coolcookie/poesie/index.html

    Blog de Photos: http://arbreaphotos.wordpress.com

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  16. Barbara Younger
    11 May, 2012

    Thanks for the “like” on my hundredth post.

    Cool blog! When I was little, I lived on “Old Oak Drive” in Summit,NJ. I’ve always loved that address.

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    • thebrightoldoak
      11 May, 2012

      Oh yes. Old oaks are always a big source of inspiration. I probably think so because I live a few meters away from a century-old oak. ;)

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  17. Barbara Younger
    11 May, 2012

    Makes me wish that old tree could talk…

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    • thebrightoldoak
      11 May, 2012

      I’ve always felt that way. I think the reason such old trees are inspirational, is that one wonders about the stages of their life one hasn’t actually seen. For example, how was it in the early XX Century? Many things were going on back then, and this oak was actually here, alive as it is today. Besides, it’s like a precious that never goes *vintage* ;)

      Reply
  18. Barbara Younger
    11 May, 2012

    Yep, and they just look so wise!

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  19. thegrubbyhen
    14 May, 2012

    Hello! Thanks for stopping by ‘The Grubby Hen’ :) great blog you have here

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  20. msayers
    16 May, 2012

    Hi! Thanks for the “like”. This is wonderful!

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  21. theappletizer
    21 May, 2012

    Cheers! :)

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  22. boomerontario
    21 May, 2012

    Really interesting blog, and I love your visuals and set-up.

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  23. P. H. Burdette
    21 May, 2012

    Thank you for liking my art lesson post! :)

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  24. Rhonda
    24 May, 2012

    I am so glad you found your way to my blog (and thanks for the like on “Le Coq”). As is custom, I always return the favor with a visit of my own and I am thrilled I did. I am an avid book lover, there are very few places in my home where a book is not but an arm’s length away. Look forward to many, many visits here! :)
    Rhonda

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    • thebrightoldoak
      24 May, 2012

      Thank you for your nice reply ;) I saw your blog and found some commond ground in terms or subject treated. I’m glad I’ve found it! Keep it up! ;)
      PS. Who doesn’t like books?? I can’t imagine someone wouldn’t!

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      • Rhonda
        24 May, 2012

        Thanks, I’m glad you found it too. As for books…I agree, however don’t see the love of them in the latest generation of young minds…perhaps if they read enough electronically, they’ll get an itch to actually hold a real one in their hands. Ebooks, while appreciated, are NOTHING like the real thing.

      • thebrightoldoak
        24 May, 2012

        Uh! That’s a never ending debate and subject to many of my posts here!
        I think this generation will eventually discover books (at least those who haven’t) but I’m guessing they’ll have to grow old first!

      • Rhonda
        24 May, 2012

        I think you are right. Let’s just hope the writer keep ‘writing’ and the publishers keep publishing…the fear of losing our pulpy friends is a real one. My library expands by the day for fear of that very threat.

  25. Rhonda
    25 May, 2012

    I have nominated you for The Beautiful Blogger Award. Congratulations on a wonderful blog. If you choose to accept it, please visit my site, the rules are there. All the best
    Rhonda

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  26. Duko
    28 May, 2012

    Alessio, thank you for your likes.
    Duko from Zagreb, Croatia.

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    • thebrightoldoak
      28 May, 2012

      You’re welcome! I’m working on a post about ex-Yugoslavia. Keep checking, as it’d be interesting to hear your opinion!

      Reply
  27. pastorjeffcma
    30 May, 2012

    Very nice blog. I will look forward to visiting often.

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  28. rigmover
    4 June, 2012

    Hay thanks for the like on my blog, you have a great blog here.

    Reply
  29. justlikethat05
    7 June, 2012

    Hey

    I’ve nominated you for the ‘Inspiring Blog Award’ :D Click here for more info: http://jaylt.wordpress.com/2012/06/07/inspiring-blog-award/

    ~ JLT

    Reply
  30. aidaweb101
    7 June, 2012

    Thanks for following my blog.
    Cheers

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  31. aidaweb101
    7 June, 2012

    Congratulations,very nice blog !

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  32. throughenglisheyesmark
    8 June, 2012

    I have nominated you for the Inspiring Blog Award. For more information, click here: http://reflectionsofchina.wordpress.com/2012/06/08/inspiring-blog-award/
    Should you wish to accept this award, please copy and paste the award icon onto your blog, tell us seven things about yourself, and share with us, some of the blogs that you like. Best regards. Mark

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  33. dennahagga
    9 June, 2012

    Don’t know how you stubled upon my blog, but thanks for the like!

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    • thebrightoldoak
      9 June, 2012

      It was the Stockholm tag that made me find your blog. It looks great and informative! x

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      • dennahagga
        9 June, 2012

        Haha, I don’t know about that… Will definitly start reading you blog!

      • thebrightoldoak
        9 June, 2012

        Thank you, I’m honoured ;)

  34. dennahagga
    9 June, 2012

    *stumbled

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  35. Mark Nguyen
    9 June, 2012

    Very insightful blog and range of topics! Thanks also for visiting my rambling reflections…

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    • thebrightoldoak
      9 June, 2012

      You’re welcome. I’m glad you liked this blog. I find yours interesting too, also very well structured & designed!

      Reply
  36. Daniela
    9 June, 2012

    Hi Alessio,

    Thank you very much for noting my blog; it was such a lovely surprise to receive notification! I am completely new to blogosphere and just trying to find my voice.

    Your blog looks very interesting and I like it -:!

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    • thebrightoldoak
      10 June, 2012

      Thank you for visiting, Daniela! I like your blog, the whole concept behind it, the importance of words. Oh, and you have quoted Rilke. Have a look at my recent posts, as I’ve been discussing his approach to writing aswell. Keep coming back, and keep writing. Your blog will grow and have lots of followers, I feel. ;)

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      • Daniela
        10 June, 2012

        Thank you so much; your feedback really means a lot to me!

      • thebrightoldoak
        10 June, 2012

        :)

  37. grant macintyre
    10 June, 2012

    Great concept… congratulations!!!
    Thanks for visiting umlungu… appreciate your support.
    g*

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  38. aimsphotos
    14 June, 2012

    Thanks for stopping by and liking on my blog! Brought me to yours! :-D Great concept…I’m definitely following you now! Keep up the good work! Aims from http://www.aimsphotos.wordpress.com

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    • thebrightoldoak
      14 June, 2012

      Thank you. I’m honoured :) I’m following you too now. By the way, great post on Oxford. I was there last year and loved it.

      Reply
  39. ChefThomas
    17 June, 2012

    thank you for stopping by my blog … absolutely love your writing …. I am looking forward to more visits here, and the Ole Oak Tree

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  40. bollychees
    7 July, 2012

    Thanks for stopping by our blog and liking our latest post. It’s very much appreciated! :)

    Reply
  41. L. A. Knifton
    13 July, 2012

    Hi there! I love your blog and I’ve nominated you for the Tell Me About Yourself Award (http://theladyinwaiting.org/2012/07/12/tell-me-about-yourself-award/). Enjoy! :D

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    • thebrightoldoak
      13 July, 2012

      That’s very nice of you. Thank you so much :D

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      • L. A. Knifton
        13 July, 2012

        It’s my pleasure! Keep up the great work on your blog :)

  42. Lauren
    27 July, 2012

    I’ve nominated you for the 7×7 award! http://thoughtsonmybookshelf.wordpress.com/2012/07/27/seven-things/

    Reply
  43. Stefanie Neumann
    6 August, 2012

    Hi there!

    Thank you for shining you inspuiration into the world. :)

    Thank you, also, for stopping by on my blog.

    Much love!

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    • thebrightoldoak
      6 August, 2012

      Those are wonderful words. Thank you! :)

      Reply
      • Stefanie Neumann
        6 August, 2012

        You are welcome.

        And thank you for “over reading” the typo, *blush* ;)

  44. unsouthernbelle
    6 August, 2012

    I’m glad to find you! Thanks for stopping by my blog.

    Reply
  45. Rob Viens
    7 August, 2012

    Thanks for “liking” the Beagle Project. Interestingly Darwin seemed to love literature in his younger days (he mentions reading Milton and Jane Austen on the voyage) but sort of fell out of favor with it as he grew older. I, however, appreciate what you have done with your site :) Thanks again!

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    • thebrightoldoak
      7 August, 2012

      Thank you Rob. You’ve got quite a nice project yourself. I’m always fascinated by travelling time as well as space, and I think your blog kind of reflects that!
      Keep it up! ;)

      Reply
  46. niktasmits
    17 August, 2012

    I’ve nominated you for the Sunshine Blogger Award :)
    http://nikitasmits.com/2012/08/17/sunshine-blogger-award/

    Reply
  47. Iamrcc
    24 August, 2012

    Thank you for visiting and liking my post “Gently Pink”. I am always in awe of people who can write poetry.

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  48. unsouthernbelle
    28 August, 2012

    I like the concept of your blog. Thanks for stopping by my blog, it gave me the opportunity to find yours.

    Reply
  49. kevinmayne
    2 September, 2012

    Thanks for liking a post on idonotdespair.com – I feel pretty humble compared to the range you have here!

    Reply
    • thebrightoldoak
      2 September, 2012

      Well, you’ve got great posts aswell! Loved the Venice photos. Keep up the good work!

      Reply
  50. katrinkavs
    19 September, 2012

    Huzzah! A fantastic undertaking you’ve got here! Many thanks for the thumbs up at Party of the Uncertain– and for introducing me to your site!

    Reply
  51. Ben.Long
    19 September, 2012

    Really interesting blog! Excited to follow

    Reply
  52. Katie
    8 October, 2012

    Beautiful blogging!! I’m very excited to follow!

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    • thebrightoldoak
      10 October, 2012

      Thank You Katie!! ;)

      Reply
  53. theclassicsreader
    14 November, 2012

    Thanks for liking my post on Virginia Woolf’s A Room Of One’s Own : )

    Reply
  54. Mike Sirota
    14 November, 2012

    I’m pleased that you like my post on “Swords, Specters, & Stuff.” You’re welcome back anytime. :)

    Reply
  55. tashpix
    19 November, 2012

    Thanks for the “like” on my review of Despair. I’m flattered to be in such company.

    Reply
  56. 3wishesstudio
    3 December, 2012

    Thanks for popping in and liking my blog Can of Karma. Cheers!

    Reply
  57. ideflex
    31 December, 2012

    Just to start the New Year off right, there is an Award waiting for you at http://acrossthebored.com/2012/12/30/awards-christmas-comes-twice-this-year/
    Whether you choose to participate or not, please know that Across the Bored finds inspiration, entertainment, enlightenment and good company in your blog. Thanks for being a presence in our virtual reality!

    Reply
  58. MissMangue
    11 January, 2013

    Thank you for stop by, and liking my post. I like your blog.

    Reply

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