Comments on: Friend Friday: If a blogger writes and no one reads it, does the blog truly exist?

By: MJ

MJ — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 15:09:00 +0000

This were awesome answers! One thing I’ve always liked about your blog from Day 1 is how well thought out your content is. For me, I have to be very engaged with a blogger to read any long narratives they may have and I always read through yours! You have something of value to say and that always keeps readers connected! One of my goals for my blog is to be more thought provoking to keep my readers more engaged!

I totally understand not having time to comment. I read a lot blogs through my Google Reader and Ioften times I start slacking on commenting. So please don’t be ashamed! It happens to the best of us!

By: Monique

Monique — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 14:38:00 +0000

Such a great post darling! Its certainly tough for all of us to keep the connection going with all of us having our own separate lives away from cyber space. But it is very important to try our hardest. I like to let everyone know I’m taking a hiatus. I don’t want my readers and blogger friend to think I’m just being rude. And doll you are one fabulous blogger. Your insight is always spot on. I just wanted to get that point across. 🙂

By: Burcin

Burcin — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 10:22:00 +0000

Unfortunately people are willing to comment a pretty picture of a pretty girl instead of a well writed post, if i see someone I really like I’m doing so too, but commenting a post implies the exposure of a personal thought, something more than a simple “oh you look gorgeous in that camel coat!” and not everyone is ready for that!
My blog is not exactly the most followed, I didn’t started it just to gain fame or something else, obviously I wouldn’t mind it if one day it will be followed and more appreciated, but I like what I do, I don’t feel obliged to post everyday about something amazing or if one day I don’t want to talk about fashion, well I’m free to not do it, and running it with a friend teaches me how to reconcile work with friendship without mentioning the fact that nowadays writing is neglected and this is a big chance to mantain the flow of your thoughts and interests alive…I’m learning a lot thanks to it and sharing it even if there are just a bunch of lovely readers doesn’t make me less enthusiastic about it : D

By: BeautifullyInvisible

BeautifullyInvisible — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 22:40:42 +0000

RT @gritandglamour: Friend Friday: If a blogger writes and no one reads it, does the blog truly exist? – http://bit.ly/hvgY8A (via @Beau …

By: JT

JT — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 19:26:00 +0000

Even though you don’t post pictures of yourself you post pictures that are very engaging and draws the reader in to want to read your blog.
I also have commented on other bloggers blogs with a readership like mine to never have them comment on mine but I will not let that stop me I just move on.
JT
http://bubblingwitheleganceandgrace.com/2010/12/10/reader-connectedness/

By: Grit & Glamour™

Grit & Glamour™ — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 18:59:12 +0000

Friend Friday: If a blogger writes and no one reads it, does the blog truly exist? – http://bit.ly/hvgY8A (via @BeautifullyInv)

By: Beautifully Invisible

Beautifully Invisible — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 17:52:00 +0000

Thank you, Vahni! I hope you know that yours is one of the blogs I would have named above if I had done so. When I do the exercise I posted above, yours is the first blog that comes to mind. You are a true inspiration!
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By: Beautifully Invisible

Beautifully Invisible — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 17:50:00 +0000

Wow, thank you so much! It means a lot to me that you think so highly of my content and writing! There are many times when I feel like not posting photos of myself is hindering my blog growth, but you know what? I feel like, at this point, I am developing as a writer. If I am able to draw people in with my content alone, minus photos of myself, that is hopefully a good thing, and sets me apart from some other blogs. One day, perhaps I’ll start posting pics of me… but by the time I do that I’ll know that people feel like I have something worthwhile to say as well. Your comment shows me that what i am doing si working, somehow 🙂

Also – I swear you must have been at a party with me, because that is an alarmingly accurate description of me. I am surprised you were able to ascertain so much about me from my posts.

You are right in that the guilt is very difficult. I think what I might need to do is purge some of my blogroll. I have some blogs on there that I could probably forego, because I don’t have a real connection with them other than the fact that I have been a follower for quite some time. That isn’t a “real” bond – just habit. Yours is one of the blogs that I read, but have been remiss in commenting on. Isn’t it better to refocus my attention on bloggers like yourself, whom I DO feel connected to, than just focus on others out of habit? It’s a decision I have to make… and will be making soon!

I agree with your comments on Kristy and Vahni. I would have listed the two of them if I had named names – I’ve said it many times about Vahni specifically, but they both inspire us to be better bloggers with their skill and top-rate content while forming a very inclusive blogger community. It’s something we should all strive for!

Thank you again for your comment, doll! I am grateful that you found my blog, and am thankful to count you as a friend!
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By: Grit and Glamour

Grit and Glamour — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 13:58:00 +0000

B, another beauty of a post. So many bloggers find your honesty and tips so very helpful. I don't find you to be remiss in your commenting, I hope you know that! V http://www.gritandglamour.com twitter: @gritandglamour

By: Grit and Glamour

Grit and Glamour — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 13:57:00 +0000

Aw, thank you Bella! I appreciate the props! V http://www.gritandglamour.com twitter: @gritandglamour