tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post376617896352590231..comments2024-03-18T16:17:37.995-04:00Comments on Author, Jody Hedlund: Do Blog Comments Really Matter?Jody Hedlundhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comBlogger100125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-12757414882423899272010-04-30T00:10:48.411-04:002010-04-30T00:10:48.411-04:00I foundmy way here from Rachelle Gardner's blo...I foundmy way here from Rachelle Gardner's blog. Your comment there about being able to maintain a writing lifestyle while homeschooling give me great hope! I'm looking forward to reading more of your blog, and your books :)OWL MOMMAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18008380571221387027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-89303167566085310032010-03-10T14:24:04.070-05:002010-03-10T14:24:04.070-05:00Liz nailed it: "Comments pop the seal on the ...Liz nailed it: "Comments pop the seal on the vacuum that is writing." Bingo! I've got to figure out how to work THAT into my next explanation of why blogging is valuable to writers...virtualDavishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04417888307110495010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-28241814644767773842010-02-08T10:12:36.952-05:002010-02-08T10:12:36.952-05:00Comments pop the seal on the vacuum that is writin...Comments pop the seal on the vacuum that is writing. It's so much less solitary when we interact.<br /><br />Thank you for another thought-provoking post.<br /><br />- LizLiz Czukashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15656897969180818333noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-5178258378449015962010-02-05T09:26:49.764-05:002010-02-05T09:26:49.764-05:00I visited. I connected. I want to relate! ;-) Actu...I visited. I connected. I want to relate! ;-) Actually, I've just stumbled on your blog via a twitter link and I'm devouring it. And this is my first comment, so kidding aside, you deserve a huge congratulations on your book deal, on your perseverance and on your commitment to sharing the twists, turns and wisdom of your experience with us, many who are aspiring to duplicate your success. I've already learned plenty, and I'm going to recommend that other writers visit your blog for a little tutor-time. I look forward to the launch of your book!virtualDavishttp://twitter.com/virtualDavisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-39778206877994465672009-12-09T08:58:07.831-05:002009-12-09T08:58:07.831-05:00I love it when people comment on my posts. Sometim...I love it when people comment on my posts. Sometimes those comments inspire me in ways that the commenter never even intended! So, I try to return the comment favor as much as possible when I visit other blogs.Linda Hoyehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06282472383796346025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-76591674507200323252009-12-09T01:28:21.489-05:002009-12-09T01:28:21.489-05:00My desire in my writing is to encourage people on ...My desire in my writing is to encourage people on some level. Without comments I have no way of knowing if I am doing that. Some who are regular commentors on my blogs are becoming friends. I hope to meet them someday. <br />I wish I had more time to read more blogs and to comment on every one. I want to be there for others as they are there for me.<br />DianeDiane Marie Shawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03365346835912314686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-1968239080418176662009-12-09T00:33:42.376-05:002009-12-09T00:33:42.376-05:00You know, I never thought about the idea of no one...You know, I never thought about the idea of no one ever posting. Most bloggers are such thoughtful people. And they actually seem to care that we know they appreciate us. But if no one ever posted comments, I suppose that would be an odd, lonely feeling.Rickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14546882686381428986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-55947523645229581902009-12-08T23:21:06.961-05:002009-12-08T23:21:06.961-05:00I love getting comments! It's fun to interact ...I love getting comments! It's fun to interact with so many people who are like-minded and "get it". Comments make it feel more like a conversation, like we've been heard. Plus, we're all in different stages and we can help/support each other regardless of where we are in the process.Dawn Simonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05667675689038435581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-39991870264068115302009-12-08T23:08:22.341-05:002009-12-08T23:08:22.341-05:00Writing is too lonely not to blog. Besides, we'...Writing is too lonely not to blog. Besides, we're all meeting up at a conference someday, right? I mean, that was the plan. And yes, I am a comment girl. I need the affirmation that I am on track somehow, somewhere.<br />But you, you are on the road!jdsanchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04658357606303732115noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-77976237632266892052009-12-08T21:47:47.264-05:002009-12-08T21:47:47.264-05:00I love comments. I'm hungry to know that what ...I love comments. I'm hungry to know that what I say means something more than just words on a screen. When I see that I have new comments I smile. I've had comments that made me think, made me laugh out loud, made me cry. I love it. I feel connected again to the world after feeling cut off for so long.<br /><br />I look forward to the comment generating tips!<br /><br />Happy week,<br />JenJenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06683486631901017529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-29637808766363347402009-12-08T20:33:41.504-05:002009-12-08T20:33:41.504-05:00I admit that when I see those emails that indicate...I admit that when I see those emails that indicate someone has left a comment on my blog, I smile so big and open those emails first. I love comments! Even the short and sweet ones. It's nice to know someone took time to read a post AND then a few minutes to comment.<br /><br />Comments build a relationship between bloggers as well. I like getting to know my blogosphere neighbors.<br /><br />Can't wait for your tips!Christina Davishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06285953403967286766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-39818524948710626422009-12-08T18:04:37.892-05:002009-12-08T18:04:37.892-05:00Comments are what make blogging unique and so sati...Comments are what make blogging unique and so satisfying. They help shape me as a writer, reflect parts of myself back to me that I might not have seen before, and are a great way to meet new friends. I love comments!Deb Shuckahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03439395710731341021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-35480755268515123062009-12-08T15:42:09.677-05:002009-12-08T15:42:09.677-05:00Really great post, Jody. I try to comment if I...Really great post, Jody. I try to comment if I've got something relevant to say, not just leave a link to try to get someone back.<br /><br />My motto is "to have a friend, you have to be a friend."<br /><br />I look at my own blog as "morning coffee with friends and colleagues" where I can brainstorm, dissect process, and talk about whatever's on my mind.<br /><br />When people come into MY space and troll and get nasty, then I strike back. It's MY territory; come in and be respectful. I don't mind disagreement, but I do mind trolls. If you don't like what I talk about or how I say it, then leave and don't come back, but don't expect me to change to suit someone I don't know who's stopped by to leave a nasty comment on the equivalent of a cyber-drive-by. Far too many people I know have packed up their toys and gone home because of nasty comments. I realize it's part of the deal, part of the gig, but I do set boundaries.Devon Ellingtonhttp://devonellington.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-16611803021387444702009-12-08T14:55:17.446-05:002009-12-08T14:55:17.446-05:00I like to leave my calling card and enjoy it when ...I like to leave my calling card and enjoy it when others do the same. If I don't get a comment, I doubt the quality of my post.Glynis Peters https://www.blogger.com/profile/01175378917872403609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-72452164175638712542009-12-08T12:51:06.869-05:002009-12-08T12:51:06.869-05:00Today my beta and I were just how we don't hav...Today my beta and I were just how we don't have enough time to comment as much as we'd like to, but I do try my best to comment on posts I read. And I do love hearing from all my online friends. Always brightens my day.kahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10789825860272178765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-49258643394033665992009-12-08T00:38:19.417-05:002009-12-08T00:38:19.417-05:00Well, this was just what I needed to read this eve...Well, this was just what I needed to read this evening before (finally) heading to bed. You encapsulate so well what I think of as the really transformative thing about blogging. Thanks for this, and I look forward to your suggestions for getting more comments on one's blog.<br /><br />I do agree with some of the other commenters that more literary writing doesn't necessarily spark instant responses--and that we probably shouldn't expect it to. On the other hand, commenting on blogs is a learned skill, one that many people are just starting to get into as more magazines and mainstream-media outlets head online.Martha Nicholshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02125887259454036708noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-64673494398213232012009-12-08T00:24:09.369-05:002009-12-08T00:24:09.369-05:00Wow, it was such a bonus reading through all of th...Wow, it was such a bonus reading through all of these comments, as well as your post, Jody, thx.<br />And if you want to engage the readers or have dialogue type posts then not getting comments would sting. <br />But if the post is a small story, just writing, or photos, or a poem, then sometimes it is difficult to find the words . I have sat and stared at white space , not knowing how to tell a blogger once again that their writing leaves me breathless or in tears or stunned.<br />Sometimes I just want to savour it , ponder it. etc.<br />Then I try to go back and share that ... but as I am discovering more and more amazing bloggers, it is of course getting more daunting. And I am equally confused about the comment vs email thing. Perhaps you can discuss that at some point.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15924061349390319473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-48316725237505530472009-12-07T23:20:55.207-05:002009-12-07T23:20:55.207-05:00I would love to get as many comments as you do. I ...I would love to get as many comments as you do. I wonder if I'm engaging my readers enough with my writing. It's a slow process.Walt Mussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07252729944233200374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-37197332151421481152009-12-07T23:06:09.512-05:002009-12-07T23:06:09.512-05:00Comments definitely matter to me - it's affirm...Comments definitely matter to me - it's affirmation that there are actually people out there in the void.<br /><br />I'm going to be blunt here - I think it's actually a bit rude to read someone's blog regularly and never ever comment. I'm not talking about those blogs where hundreds of people comment, I'm talking about that person who gets maybe two of three comments on a post and who you know saying something, ANYTHING, would mean a whole lot to them.<br /><br />I know that about 30 people a day read my blog - back in May when I got engaged of course I wanted to share it with blogger world. Especially since they'd been along on the crazy ride of how Josh and I met and our relationship started. From memory two or three people commented. That almost made me quit blogging altogether - it really upset me that these "lurkers" find their way to my site every other day but on one of the most exciting days of my life they couldn't even bother to leave a "Wow, that's so exciting, congratulations."Kara Isaachttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00482245933455012714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-73651547510724413492009-12-07T22:33:24.257-05:002009-12-07T22:33:24.257-05:00I didn't say I'm not a suck up...I just li...I didn't say I'm not a suck up...I just like to control it. He he.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-66289746629162558462009-12-07T22:28:13.889-05:002009-12-07T22:28:13.889-05:00Jody, well, your comments on my blog absolutely ma...Jody, well, your comments on my blog absolutely make my day every time, so whatever you're doing, it's working. I feel like if we were next-door neighbors, we would also be very good friends. I have truly enjoyed getting to know you, and it all started with a blog comment. Now, I honestly can't imagine not hearing from you on a regular basis. Even if not every day (I don't want to put too much pressure on you), I really look forward to our sharing. I know it's largely because (as you hinted on my blog today) we have so much in common at this juncture in our lives. We are both mothers of five, the same age, and both writers, not to mention followers of the best author out there -- Christ himself. There is so much on which we can connect. So, if I haven't said it already, I am so grateful for you, both what you share with the world and what you share with me, personally. That said, it has taken me ALL day to get to your post, which isn't normal. Usually it's one of the first things I read with my morning coffee. It was one of those days. NOW I feel like my Monday has taken place. Whew! So glad I was able to visit finally. And wow, you get a LOT of comments. Amazing how quickly you've grown. Well, you need to build that platform, right? And you're doing it! Anyway, I'm gushing a bit here over you but it's well-deserved. Thanks for being you!Roxane B. Salonenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01459456545891720716noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-12926197053948005702009-12-07T21:28:18.803-05:002009-12-07T21:28:18.803-05:00I love to get comments! I do because I want to hav...I love to get comments! I do because I want to have a conversation with the people who visit my blog. Share thoughts with one another. I have a few other blogs that get visited few and far between, but I keep writing because I need to. Blogging is a great way to express myself whether read or not. I can live without the comments, but I really like to engage with my visitors and see what others are thinking.Carla Gadehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01793809172905144101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-18975250299072840322009-12-07T21:15:35.936-05:002009-12-07T21:15:35.936-05:00For my public blog, I don't mind not always ge...For my public blog, I don't mind not always getting comments, but if I go too long without getting any I do wonder if I'm getting boring, uninspired, annoying, etc. Then I get a week of comments and I feel all right again.Melissa Jagearshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439765292197683329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-90216603983566920402009-12-07T20:49:34.066-05:002009-12-07T20:49:34.066-05:00This is a great topic! I do like to get blog comme...This is a great topic! I do like to get blog comments, because as you said, it lets me know people were there and maybe liked what I had to say. <br /><br />At the same time, I don't measure the successfulness of my blog by the comments. <br /><br />I think it's a very fine line between caring about the comments and not worrying about it.Elana Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05877856005992028912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-26132499379215410032009-12-07T20:26:28.782-05:002009-12-07T20:26:28.782-05:00I think it depends on what your blogging goals are...I think it depends on what your blogging goals are. My blog gets its share of comments, but according to my anaytics, I have way more readers than comments. It's wonderful to get feedback, and commenting is a great way to establish relationships with other bloggers.katdishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09210738418270395622noreply@blogger.com