tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post6062010382252179439..comments2024-03-22T17:03:53.978-04:00Comments on Mereknits: Blogging ThoughtsMereknitshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04596140300034854370noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-1846238670546818372012-03-10T00:10:50.371-05:002012-03-10T00:10:50.371-05:00Hello, dear, of course you're completely right...Hello, dear, of course you're completely right about this. You're so generous with your comments, and I do appreciate the ones you leave me, so much. I admit I am a bit of a lurker--I visit tons of blogs, but unless I'm really moved, I don't speak up much. Will attempt to do better. <br /><br />(BTW, did you know that you are a "no-reply" blogger? Which means I can't answer your lovely comments directly, and which makes it trickier to connect, at least for me.)Kristenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02296986355365874547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-7094315258961498402012-03-04T04:19:37.905-05:002012-03-04T04:19:37.905-05:00I know I comment less than I used to, just because...I know I comment less than I used to, just because I have less time now - but I still try to comment regularly, especially when people comment regularly on my blog. I read a lot more blogs, but don't comment on those (mainly the ones which receive hundreds of comments!).<br /><br />In the end, I think blogging means different things to different people, and you should do it the way that gives you the most out of it.Rose Redhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08510204661811765499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-76825629254951549502012-03-03T12:06:17.374-05:002012-03-03T12:06:17.374-05:00I'm with you, I don't understand it either...I'm with you, I don't understand it either. It says on my blog that comments are the best bit, and they are. Apart from anything else they reassure you that you aren't talking to yourself. But more importantly they are what turn keeping some sort of diary into a conversation with a community of other folk. I do get a fair few comments these days and can't always visit everyone's blog straight away. But I make a point of following up on comments as often as I can. I've made so many new bloggy friends that way. It's lovely when folk email me thanking me for a comment but I'd rather they popped into knitsofacto and left me a comment too. Like I said, blogging should be a two-way conversation.<br /><br />Great, thought provoking post, thank you :DAnnie Cholewahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17608057589525908147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-31438695924942265232012-03-03T12:05:15.367-05:002012-03-03T12:05:15.367-05:00Hi, that was a very thoughtful post. What you say ...Hi, that was a very thoughtful post. What you say is absolutely true about blogging taking up plenty of your precious time. My photography blog is neglected due to lack of time and I am finding it very hard to keep up with this one too. So I guess this might be one of the reasons why some bloggers do not respond to repeated comments at all. I try to respond to all of my comments but sometimes I do miss one or two. I wish I hadn't hurt anyone this way. Have a happy weekend!Pradeepahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15374820157897086418noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-9264601089026211832012-03-02T19:05:47.259-05:002012-03-02T19:05:47.259-05:00I always appreciate your comment at Tangled Happy ...I always appreciate your comment at Tangled Happy Meredith! I try really really hard to reply to my commenters. Of course I love them all. But... I do sometimes have a hard time juggling everything. I do hope I haven't made you feel ignored. Wishing you a happy weekend. :)Sarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14012916632453349582noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-89220028484379125452012-03-02T17:23:17.238-05:002012-03-02T17:23:17.238-05:00I really loved reading your words ,i have been fee...I really loved reading your words ,i have been feeling guilty recently as i havnt been visiting other blogs ,life just seems to take over somehow there always seems to be someone wanting something and ive been so busy crafting lately but my plan is to try to visit my bloggy friends more often xxxpatchworkandlacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10586734932807995783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-54205374035739013412012-03-02T10:18:20.338-05:002012-03-02T10:18:20.338-05:00Meredith,
You really have brought up a great topi...Meredith,<br /><br />You really have brought up a great topic... For me having a blog is sort of like being an author. It's thrilling to think someone would make the time to read what I write. Comments are the best. It sort of completes the process. It's incredible how much time one can spend on a blog - whether it's reading them, commenting or writing your own. There simply aren't enough hours in the day. I, like you, have often gone through my reading list and stopped following those that I just don't feel I'm connecting with. If I read one that strikes a spark I will leave a comment and it's great just getting a "thanks" back. Sometimes it's just a word of encouragement to the blogger who's having a tough time personally or that needs some feedback on a project. I post when I am down or worried or stressed and I do it for the release as well as hearing back from others. I also post when I am happy and when life is going great! It's just part of what I choose to share in that anonymous sort of way. <br /><br />Your blog is great and I enjoy our interaction. :)Redhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05138525993454232646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-55952189779303222492012-03-02T10:00:45.255-05:002012-03-02T10:00:45.255-05:00Hi Meredith
Great post. I enjoyed reading all your...Hi Meredith<br />Great post. I enjoyed reading all your comments on it too :-)<br />Thanks so much for stopping by & leaving such nice comments ♥ Have a wonderful weekend.Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03254382654565513811noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-32897929474075000542012-03-02T05:16:47.500-05:002012-03-02T05:16:47.500-05:00Hi Meredith, I agree it can sometimes get a bit ov...Hi Meredith, I agree it can sometimes get a bit overwhelming keeping up with bloggers who leave comments, as well as new followers and new blogs that you've discovered, but I always visit the blogs of anyone kind enough to comment on mine and try to leave a comment where I can. Have a good weekend. xxserendipityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06554603552983182516noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-51185557044491880212012-03-01T16:07:04.846-05:002012-03-01T16:07:04.846-05:00I totally agree with you!!!
It has made me change ...I totally agree with you!!!<br />It has made me change how I comment as well.<br />Anyway, just know that I love your blog, that comments from you on my blog ALWAYS make my day, and your blog friendship means so much to me!!Grateful4Crochethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12529453409267085049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-71823689944225652762012-03-01T16:04:52.856-05:002012-03-01T16:04:52.856-05:00Hi Meredith
I agree - it's amazing how comment...Hi Meredith<br />I agree - it's amazing how comments can completely make your day, isn't it? I love hearing from people and definitely have blogging buddies that I worry about if they don't post anything for a while.<br />Without a doubt, blogging has changed me and the way I look at things and think about things.<br />Thank you for being one of those buddies!<br />Emily xEmilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17425291811913248009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-76778027312491891522012-03-01T13:27:51.366-05:002012-03-01T13:27:51.366-05:00I HEAR YOU MEREDITH....I HAVE A SMALL BLOG.....NOT...I HEAR YOU MEREDITH....I HAVE A SMALL BLOG.....NOT THAT MANY FOLLOWERS....<br />AND THAT'S FINE.....BECAUSE THE ONES I HAVE ARE MORE THAN ENOUGH FOR ME...<br />THIS WAY I CAN ANSWER EVERYONE......<br />I TOO CAME INVOLVED....I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD.....BUT....I ALSO LOVE IT.....I HAVE SO MAY BLOGGING FRIENDS...THEY MEAN A LOT TO ME......TAKE CARE MY FRIEND....RIZZIRizzihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14406039702833796261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-77941726002390738312012-03-01T13:13:11.841-05:002012-03-01T13:13:11.841-05:00I expect sometimes people are just too busy to com...I expect sometimes people are just too busy to comment, or perhaps wait for a suitable post to comment on. I do agree that never visiting is just a little rude. You are most kind with your comments on my blog, I'm not so good at commenting back, sorry!<br />My brother lived in Bermuda for a while and I remember when visiting him just how humid and slightly mouldy everything seemed to be, I guess Florida is a little similar? Not a climate I would choose I have to say, I just wilt in the heat and prefer it cooler (though a little less rain would be even better!).<br />Have a wonderful day too!<br />Anne.andamentohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15338225798888415276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-10602572107842660352012-03-01T13:07:22.853-05:002012-03-01T13:07:22.853-05:00Thank you for your blog! I try to answer everyone...Thank you for your blog! I try to answer everyone on my blog but it's difficult when people don't link their email account. I leave a comment on the page but I know most won't go back to read it. I must admit i am enjoying blogging at the moment but I think it is right to take a break if you don't enjoy it. i think it also gives you time to find even more exciting things for your followers to read!Crochet Addict UKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08916712346884443545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-69639090976162236012012-03-01T12:49:23.971-05:002012-03-01T12:49:23.971-05:00Don't worry, silly, it will be perfect. This g...Don't worry, silly, it will be perfect. This girl knows how to treat something with a lot of love, the same love that went into making it. This is a "wear it only on special occasions shawl" for me, me, me!<br />XOXO Susanne ♥Susanne Tyreehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04271812578614840958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-42435303503816239082012-03-01T09:41:45.508-05:002012-03-01T09:41:45.508-05:00Hope this makes your day....you sold the gray scar...Hope this makes your day....you sold the gray scarf with the sequins, lol<br />(((HUGS))) Susanne :)Susanne Tyreehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04271812578614840958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-79384782014344616662012-03-01T09:30:59.751-05:002012-03-01T09:30:59.751-05:00Hey Kiddo - I guessing you are talking about me......Hey Kiddo - I guessing you are talking about me....he-he.... I imagine I won't be away too long, but I need to step away for a while and look at getting myself back in shape and that means out of this dang chair. As you know I've got the senior stuff here and being the only daughter on both sides it's going to take some focusing right now as we figure some stuff out. It was all becoming overwhelming and trying to keep it all going, so something has to give while I sort through all this. Thanks so much for your kind words and support. I'm sure I'll be back shortly but probably in a much simpler way and without getting overwhelmed about responding to everyone, just those of you who are close to my heart. Have a great rest of the week, I'm off for my walk. <br /><br />Hugs, KateAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13721336502963839799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-45156465151276544982012-03-01T06:38:40.284-05:002012-03-01T06:38:40.284-05:00It does take a tremendous amount of time to keep u...It does take a tremendous amount of time to keep up with a blog, so please know that I appreciate you being so diligent with yours! I hope that things look a little brighter tomorrow- it must feel like you were living in a cave with all of that plastic! <br /><br />Also, please know that I appreciate each and every comment that you leave on my blog. Feeling such support from someone I've never "met" is just amazing!MaryMargarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05883034258732444272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-34585326410272577012012-03-01T04:14:42.492-05:002012-03-01T04:14:42.492-05:00My sentiments exactly...and very time consuming to...My sentiments exactly...and very time consuming too lol...but doesn't it make the world a teeny tiny place?<br />Support and comfort when you're in need..always a good thing<br />Can make you feel less alone <br />Hugs xxSue Pinnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09602948623134311916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-34776937069669547202012-03-01T01:20:24.623-05:002012-03-01T01:20:24.623-05:00Dear Meredith.. I think of you as one of my very b...Dear Meredith.. I think of you as one of my very best blog friends.. I don't think I've missed leaving a comment on your posts because it's my way of connecting with you. Here's the way I look at it.. my posts are my way of communicating with my friends who read me and their comments are their way of responding. I actually have chosen not to respond to comments as you have to draw the line somewhere and it would get into a non-stop loop... post, read comment, respond, possibly a response back.. So, I put my time in on the posts and my comments on my friends posts. <br /><br />As for those who you comment and comment and comment on.. and they never comment back. I've cleaned house on my blog list and removed those who 1. Never Comment and 2. Who don't reciprocate on putting MY link on their blog. <br /><br />I have kept a FEW on my blog list that rarely if ever respond to me just because I love their blogs so much. Like Pioneer Woman for example. But I don't comment on hers either because she's just WAY TOO POPULAR and I just feel she won't have time to read what I say. But I keep her on my list coz I love her writing. :-) <br /><br />Gosh.. sorry to go on so. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)Teresa Kasnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06228404538876664577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-60170111432317897412012-03-01T00:32:39.116-05:002012-03-01T00:32:39.116-05:00I loved your post! It is true how we become frien...I loved your post! It is true how we become friends through our words, photos, and projects...and we do miss each other when we are away...I understand what you are saying. :)<br /><br />I am new to your blog and look forward to reading many more posts. :)Stitchy Mc Floss https://www.blogger.com/profile/00562041622656969121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-77203752180281208022012-02-29T20:26:00.851-05:002012-02-29T20:26:00.851-05:00Mere
I think leaving a comment on a blog is the s...Mere<br /><br />I think leaving a comment on a blog is the same as writing back to you right?? Hope you know I LOVE your comments and I love commenting on your blog!!!kathy bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17534431969086721507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-81376480675812084922012-02-29T19:09:09.989-05:002012-02-29T19:09:09.989-05:00I'm glad I don't have a million followers ...I'm glad I don't have a million followers because then it would be really hard for me to reply to all the comments :-)Crafter's Delightshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05185126383643745455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-63160615420734290052012-02-29T18:56:38.087-05:002012-02-29T18:56:38.087-05:00Hi Meredith, Haven't blogged in a while but I&...Hi Meredith, Haven't blogged in a while but I'm alive and stressed at times with my mom, but I think that's the way it is going to be from now on. I hope to blog soon, I have missed it. xoRobin❤mynestofyarnandbuttonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11610982350042487773noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787570018101441310.post-56865236173918247432012-02-29T18:37:42.166-05:002012-02-29T18:37:42.166-05:00That's a terrific discussion you have initiate...That's a terrific discussion you have initiated here with your thoughts on blogging and comments, Meredith. I am with you on the lack of responses although sometimes I have been guilty of this too. What bothers me most (and this applies to the super-popular blogs) is when my comments and those of others then serve to fuel a book or other publication by the blogger. It seems to me a brief acknowledgement would be the polite thing to do in those cases, rare as they may be.<br /><br />I must also note that some platforms (typepad in my case) have recently made it harder, though not impossible, for bloggers to respond to comments personally.<br /><br />As for vacations from blogs -- I am guilty as charged. I like my blog to look good, which means carefully modeled knits and photos in natural light, and these days I often run out of time to plan all that. I'd like to be a much more regular blogger. That's still an uphill effort though.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com