tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post838084128564876650..comments2024-03-29T03:42:04.742-04:00Comments on Author, Jody Hedlund: Blog FogJody Hedlundhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comBlogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-9411305421464187882009-04-28T05:59:00.000-04:002009-04-28T05:59:00.000-04:00Hi Terri,
Thought I left a response to your commen...Hi Terri,<br />Thought I left a response to your comment, but I must not have saved it! How odd! Anyway! Congratulations on making such good progress on your writing! I noticed your sidebar on your blog and thought, wow, she is just moving along!!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-50006862092121517602009-04-27T21:29:00.000-04:002009-04-27T21:29:00.000-04:00Hi Sherrinda,
I'm so sorry. I noticed on Facebook ...Hi Sherrinda,<br />I'm so sorry. I noticed on Facebook that something was amiss, but I didn't want to pry. (And the fact that I still have no clue how to work the whole Facebook thing.) It's hard to understand why God let's our children go through those rejections and difficulties. I'm sure in 5 or 10 years, you'll see how God used the situation and your daughter will too, but right now in the middle, I'm sure it's just plain hard! It's so neat that your daughter has you to turn to and that you can support her in this. You sound like a wonderful mother! I'll pray that God will lift your heart and give you peace that his will was done.Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-48278816875290703772009-04-27T21:15:00.000-04:002009-04-27T21:15:00.000-04:00I can't believe I didn't reach me goal yet again. ...I can't believe I didn't reach me goal yet again. We had drama at my house this weekend. My daughter and her 4 best friends all tried out for the spirit squad. It was an intense 2 day tryout and she found out Friday she was the ONLY one of her friends who did not make it. We both spent the whole weekend trying to keep our tears in check. My heart is heavy...and just couldn't get into writing my flirty romantic scene. Just couldn't do it. <br />There is always something getting in my way.Sherrinda Ketchersidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07581676437345249386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-33260088008791932932009-04-27T20:06:00.000-04:002009-04-27T20:06:00.000-04:00Hi Robin,
Looks like you far exceeded your goal! T...Hi Robin,<br />Looks like you far exceeded your goal! That's wonderful! If you're on a roll, I'd say to keep on going with it. But I know everyone works differently!<br /><br />And thanks for sharing honestly about blogging time. I read Lady Glam's post too! I think it is such a struggle to try to keep things in perspective and not just with blogging and writing! It goes for TV watching, reading, etc. Right? We're constantly trying to find that right balance!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-31115920893434989012009-04-27T17:42:00.000-04:002009-04-27T17:42:00.000-04:00YES! I made my goal and even more! It was a good w...YES! I made my goal and even more! It was a good weekend to write.<br /> I always shut down my blogging and emailing and facebook when I know I have a good chunk of time to write.<br /> But I agree--we need to do it for our marketing efforts. I spend an hour when I wake up usually reading and commenting and then maybe a little later in the day. I'm late today!Terri Tiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07771622379178654235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-85843667704576165192009-04-27T17:41:00.000-04:002009-04-27T17:41:00.000-04:00Hi Jody,
Just finished typing up what I wrote thi...Hi Jody,<br /><br />Just finished typing up what I wrote this weekend - 2638 words and a good new beginning to the story. Yippee! Trying to figure out since this is rewrite if I should make it absolutely perfect before moving on or leave it for another edit session. <br /><br />How much time do I spend blogging versus writing? Mercy, lately it's been way too much time blogging and not enough time writing. Probably because I'm between classes so I have a bit more free time. My blogging time increases for spurts of time, then I cut way back when I realize its taking up too much of my time to the detriment of writing and family life. Lady Glam's post about priorities came at a good time. Provided a wonderful reminder to reassess my time. <br /><br />I don't do twitter or facebook because I just don't have to time, nor the inclination to either. As it is I probably spend at least 3 hours on line everyday. I post at least one to three posts a day depending on meme's, book reviews, etc. which takes about an hour, then the rest of the time is reading and commenting on other blogs.<br /><br />Versus spending maybe one to two hours writing. I may end up writing only 4 days a week at max. I'm working on changing that.Robin Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07765229264945106765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-70795617123694460182009-04-27T17:26:00.000-04:002009-04-27T17:26:00.000-04:00Hi Jeanette,
I hope you will get a few more people...Hi Jeanette,<br />I hope you will get a few more people for your drawing, although it works to my advantage, since I will have more people to compete with for winning your lovely package!! :)<br /><br />Seriously, I hope you are able to find more enjoyment in blogging and that all of us can learn together how to balance our writing and blogging. It is so hard! Especially when you are working full time and trying to fit a writing career into "spare" time!<br /><br />Hope you have a blessed week!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-64970965583701992942009-04-27T17:23:00.000-04:002009-04-27T17:23:00.000-04:00Hi Jeannie,
You're doing some great work at buildi...Hi Jeannie,<br />You're doing some great work at building your platform with the Seekervill Post! Seriously, you are really doing a great job. You have a found a wonderful, new niche! It will be exciting to see where all of this takes you!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-37932103559926658562009-04-27T15:42:00.000-04:002009-04-27T15:42:00.000-04:00Dear Jody:
Thank you for mentioning my blog drawin...Dear Jody:<br />Thank you for mentioning my blog drawing, and my concern on time management. That was so sweet of you!<br />I work a 40 hour week, and am a pastor's wife, so I only spend about an hour a day blogging, sometimes less. I'd like to also write/edit/read another hour a day, but it doesn't always happen. <br /><br />I can get more done on the weekends, with my husband gone to a men's Bible study all morning Saturday-- ha! But then, that's my one time to spend a big chunk of time with the Lord, so I divvy up the morning between Him and my computer.<br /><br />Thanks for all the candid help, ladies! I really appreciate it.Jeanette Levelliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12898750484193832082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-60526246720325954502009-04-27T15:25:00.000-04:002009-04-27T15:25:00.000-04:00i did get my post written...and even sent off for ...i did get my post written...and even sent off for a critique by my fab partner. so i'll be working on revising it this week. <br /><br />as far as how much time to spend blogging...i don't know! i'm seeing a trend of people cutting back...Jeannie Campbell, LMFThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958943404601029395noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-4852288685127995262009-04-27T15:23:00.000-04:002009-04-27T15:23:00.000-04:00Hi Kate,
Glad you got half of your goal met! That'...Hi Kate,<br />Glad you got half of your goal met! That's something, right?!<br /><br />And I've noticed your blog post is sitting at the bottom of my blog roll list since it hasn't been updated lately! But I think we all have seasons when we're especially busy with other life issues and we just have to let some things go for a while. I'm sure you'll get back into soon!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-50207533025978906432009-04-27T15:20:00.000-04:002009-04-27T15:20:00.000-04:00Hi Joanne,
Thanks for your input! Sounds like you'...Hi Joanne,<br />Thanks for your input! Sounds like you've been blogging long enough to get a system. I hope I can fall into something that works best for me eventually too! You have some great tips! Thank you!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-17497229280647270822009-04-27T15:17:00.000-04:002009-04-27T15:17:00.000-04:00I reached my crit goal, but not my query letter go...I reached my crit goal, but not my query letter goal - it was kind of a crazy weekend though, so I am letting myself off the hook this time;)<br /><br />Balancing blogging and other writing is a constant struggle for me, lately I've been not doing as good a job posting on my own blog regularly, but I still try to find time to keep up with everyone else's!Kate Karyus Quinnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15581176126578915929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-38325565598787822922009-04-27T15:14:00.000-04:002009-04-27T15:14:00.000-04:00Hi Jody, Great question going on here. I think bl...Hi Jody, Great question going on here. I think blogging needs to be managed, in a sense. I find Blogger's Scheduler a great tool, and write several posts ahead of time so that I can focus my writing thoughts on whatever project is at hand. I also don't post every day, and keep the posts short for my own sake and the reader's sake. So getting it down to somewhat of a system helps!Joannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03972054718663959694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-26011393143727560732009-04-27T13:42:00.000-04:002009-04-27T13:42:00.000-04:00Hi Stephanie,
I'm glad you stopped by! I have met ...Hi Stephanie,<br />I'm glad you stopped by! I have met such a great group of bloggers and am so thankful we can hold each other accountable and encourage one another! I would love for you to join in!<br /><br />It is good to know we're not alone in our struggle to manage everything. It seems the demands on new writers keeps growing and blogging is just one of those pressures! It certainly is a blessing too, but I'm still learning how to keep it from taking over the most important things.Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-15207682544572179122009-04-27T13:37:00.000-04:002009-04-27T13:37:00.000-04:00Hi quixotic,
Glad you had a productive weekend! Yo...Hi quixotic,<br />Glad you had a productive weekend! You'll have to let us know on your blog how your new query sounds! Hope you got some good tips for getting it ready to send out again!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-80835642309917562322009-04-27T13:34:00.000-04:002009-04-27T13:34:00.000-04:00Hi T.Anne,
Excellent! I'm so glad you made good pr...Hi T.Anne,<br />Excellent! I'm so glad you made good progress on your new WIP! That must feel good! I know what you mean about needing more time in a day!!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-49438174173161732732009-04-27T13:33:00.000-04:002009-04-27T13:33:00.000-04:00Hi Melissa,
I'm a relatively new blogger. So maybe...Hi Melissa,<br />I'm a relatively new blogger. So maybe once I've been doing it long enough, I'll have a system down to better manage my time! You seem to have a great perspective on how to balance your writing and blogging!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-47395858672584182682009-04-27T13:31:00.000-04:002009-04-27T13:31:00.000-04:00Hi Patricia,
What excellent thoughts you have! Tha...Hi Patricia,<br />What excellent thoughts you have! Thank you for sharing! It sounds like you can blog and then easily switch mental gears to write. I have the problem of getting distracted by the blogging and letting it get in the way or even interrupt my writing time! <br /><br />But as you mentioned, it does have SO many benefits!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-58037571556443870082009-04-27T13:28:00.000-04:002009-04-27T13:28:00.000-04:00Hi Lady Glamis,
I did read your blog about that, a...Hi Lady Glamis,<br />I did read your blog about that, and it really got me to thinking about blogging time and priorities. I think it's so neat that you are working so hard to balance your time and set your heart on the most important things!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-91980626710987294902009-04-27T12:44:00.000-04:002009-04-27T12:44:00.000-04:00Hi Jody,
Thank you for visiting my blog!! What a g...Hi Jody,<br />Thank you for visiting my blog!! What a great question. So I am not the only one out here struggling with how to divide my time?? Wow...that is so helpful to hear. Platform building, blogging, writing, email is one thing how about eating, sleeping, working, laundry, breathing, ugh! It's all hard to figure out some days! I am early in my career but I must admit I have been having an affair with my laptop. I need an intervention! Seriously, I poke around the internet probably 3 hrs a day or more and write hmmm...I am still doing lots of reading as I prepare to write my memoir. I would love to be involved more with your group of writers. I like the accountability part. <br />Thanks for asking such a great question!<br />Stephaine <br />stephaniebaffone.blogspot.comStephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00648724530472982583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-53791935936270586252009-04-27T12:31:00.000-04:002009-04-27T12:31:00.000-04:00I'd have to say this weekend was fairly productive...I'd have to say this weekend was fairly productive, but the preceding week wasn't. I revised my query yet again, and did some minor chapter edits. I didn't, however, get any work done on my second book. I completely failed my chapter goal for that book. Oh well, perhaps this week. he he.Katie Salidashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15159923761047042193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-89669210326649322322009-04-27T12:04:00.000-04:002009-04-27T12:04:00.000-04:00I reached my goals this weekend too! It's so wonde...I reached my goals this weekend too! It's so wonderful to see my new WIP grow! I'd like to send out more queries on older stuff though. If only I had more time..Tanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10518718614911804428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-18916844675923970982009-04-27T11:11:00.000-04:002009-04-27T11:11:00.000-04:00I don't spend nearly as much time blogging as I us...I don't spend nearly as much time blogging as I used to. Maybe that's because the "newness" has worn off? I'll usually go through my blog roll and that's about it anymore.<br /><br />But I also spend my entire day in front of a computer. Evenings are reserved for writing with the laptop (which I don't have hooked up to the 'Net). So I do most of my blogsurfing during the day.Melissa Amateishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16086267508858187716noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-16938510236484122622009-04-27T10:39:00.000-04:002009-04-27T10:39:00.000-04:00Blogging is seductive because one can accomplish a...Blogging is seductive because one can accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. With the ability to pre-schedule posts, one can spend a few hours putting together a whole series, schedule them, and sit back.<br /><br />Is it time away from your other writing? No more than anything else. Every choice to do something other than writing is a choice not to write. But look at the benefits: finding community, building name recognition, developing network of trusted allies/mentors/resources.<br /><br />I find blogging and writing are two different mental hats for me. I can throw up a blog post from anywhere. I need to be able to focus much more intently to write.PatriciaWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04572087157439187319noreply@blogger.com