tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post6778800417860089512..comments2024-03-29T09:08:53.181-04:00Comments on The Write Conversation: Social Media Monday— To Blog or Not to Blog, That is the QuestionEdie Melsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03902312441667526147noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-9883276520855093322013-07-13T15:44:50.012-04:002013-07-13T15:44:50.012-04:00I know I'm a couple of days late, but I love t...I know I'm a couple of days late, but I love this post, Edie. I put off blogging for a long time. Trying to be a wife, mom, friend, involved in church, volunteering at the school, and writing are all important to me. But, the more I've read, the more I realized how helpful blogging is, on many fronts. It's helping me develop my voice, and I'm meeting some great people (although I'm stymied as to why a shaman decided to follow my women's-oriented blog). <br /><br />It's a time commitment to write, edit and polish my posts, and find pictures that will go well with them, but I'm enjoying it. I'm also making room for flexibility. This summer, with kiddos home and a need to get my new book fast drafted, I announced on my blog that I would be cutting down from two days to one for the summer. That eased the stress I felt from trying to keep my word with everything. <br /><br />So, this is a very long comment, but it's all to say, thanks! I read a lot on your blog before beginning my own, and it was more than helpful!Jeanne Takenakahttp://jeannetakenaka.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-89595305824108193862013-07-11T10:20:38.051-04:002013-07-11T10:20:38.051-04:00Thanks Edie!Thanks Edie!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04163521563641083919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-80049036194068171822013-07-09T17:33:02.157-04:002013-07-09T17:33:02.157-04:00Here's a rule I live by - it may have come fro...Here's a rule I live by - it may have come from you: "If I expect my readers to be committed to me, then I must be committed to them." Regardless of my physical health, my emotional stamina, my overtaxed schedule - I stick to my posting schedule of twice a week. I think my readers appreciate it, but I also believe this honors the Lord. I'm a firm believer in "Whatever you do, do it with all of your might as unto the Lord".Nan Jonehttp://wwwnanjones.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-81392238861642146832013-07-09T10:08:01.623-04:002013-07-09T10:08:01.623-04:00Edie - I LOVE what you say about being yourself an...Edie - I LOVE what you say about being yourself and not hiding those things about you that make you "weird, unique & special!" When I first started my blog this February I had no idea what I was doing or where I wanted to go with it. Once I realized that I could actually write about that "weird" part of me that makes me unique, I truly found my sweet spot! My numbers aren't huge by any means, but I am having so much fun blogging once a week! I agree that once you've written a few posts, it gets easier and it doesn't take nearly as long to write as it did when I first began, (I'm much more relaxed and not so uptight). Thanks for your ministry - blessings to you!TJ Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12819417849493531504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-57056592674077366392013-07-08T20:32:41.915-04:002013-07-08T20:32:41.915-04:00I'm with you all the way on this, Edie! In May...I'm with you all the way on this, Edie! In May, I celebrated my 5th blogoversary. Thanks to blogging, I've connected with both writers and readers. <br /><br />How do you link a blog to Pinterest? That's something I'd like to try.<br /><br />Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-32725242183774150042013-07-08T20:04:46.495-04:002013-07-08T20:04:46.495-04:00I have a question I hope you can give me some advi...I have a question I hope you can give me some advice. I do not really have any great desire to write a book, though I have a free one on my blog. If I have four or five topics I blog on should I have more than one blog? Ric 'The Turtle' Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07557268545385347913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-84302623809523950242013-07-08T18:07:32.132-04:002013-07-08T18:07:32.132-04:00Thanks, Edie. I've been so visible on several ...Thanks, Edie. I've been so visible on several blogs lately that I've put off doing my on. But that's no excuse. Like Jamie, I knew I was in trouble. lolPatricia Bradleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03382033674042021556noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-32032030501936153552013-07-08T17:53:46.995-04:002013-07-08T17:53:46.995-04:00Good article. I blog a couple times a month and I...Good article. I blog a couple times a month and I find it to be a refreshing change from my regular writing.E.S. Harthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15254794830648029239noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-54232249621407821152013-07-08T13:53:11.984-04:002013-07-08T13:53:11.984-04:00Jamie, I think you're doing well. Keep up the ...Jamie, I think you're doing well. Keep up the good work! Blessings, EEdie Melsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03902312441667526147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-74803137018144802482013-07-08T12:58:37.182-04:002013-07-08T12:58:37.182-04:00Edie, this is great info! With being in your class...Edie, this is great info! With being in your classes over the last few years, this wasn't anything new...but a great reminder. As you know, I wasn't blogging very frequently before Blue Ridge. I knew that when I saw the title of this post today, I was in trouble! LOL! Love you, sweet friend!Jamie Britthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01137889974210281622noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-14480254402360008292013-07-08T12:36:48.496-04:002013-07-08T12:36:48.496-04:00I started this blog with a once a week schedule. A...I started this blog with a once a week schedule. As a matter of fact, I didn't move to 7 days a week until this past February. I'm still deciding whether or not I'll keep it 7days a week. I do tend to skim blogs that post something everyday, but I don't think I read them any less. I just don't read every post, like I do on one that posts once or twice per week. Thanks so much for stopping by! Blessings, EEdie Melsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03902312441667526147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-82271073564778406832013-07-08T12:32:53.014-04:002013-07-08T12:32:53.014-04:00Those are great tips, and I'm working towards ...Those are great tips, and I'm working towards that end so I appreciate the input. I especially like that you suggested about one post per week is enough - it's the blogs with so much content that I can't keep up with! I find I read them less frequently than I did, or skim them quickly, looking for pertinent information (like this one). I know I don't want a blog that readers don't have time for, or it defeats the purpose.~cjoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10435581940217387304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-36911486086065865222013-07-08T10:56:04.888-04:002013-07-08T10:56:04.888-04:00Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts! ...Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts! Blessings EEdie Melsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03902312441667526147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-6721616800412954802013-07-08T10:55:18.883-04:002013-07-08T10:55:18.883-04:00Kristi, we all need the encouragement! Thanks for ...Kristi, we all need the encouragement! Thanks for dropping by, Blessings, EEdie Melsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03902312441667526147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-42772754981785925362013-07-08T10:54:51.117-04:002013-07-08T10:54:51.117-04:00Stella, thanks so much for stopping by! Blessings,...Stella, thanks so much for stopping by! Blessings, EEdie Melsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03902312441667526147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-62444742106169295262013-07-08T10:53:01.443-04:002013-07-08T10:53:01.443-04:00Jennifer, the answer depends on how often you blog...Jennifer, the answer depends on how often you blog on those sites. As long as it's two or three times a month on each you'll be good. The thing you're looking for with blogging is a place to build community and relationships. A good group blog can accomplish that as well as a personal blog. It's a great option for those who don't want to strike out on their own. Thanks so much for stopping by, Blessings, EEdie Melsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03902312441667526147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-18719045602359431092013-07-08T10:50:55.966-04:002013-07-08T10:50:55.966-04:00Georgeann, I'm glad you're inspired. Be su...Georgeann, I'm glad you're inspired. Be sure to use me as a resource for getting started - I'm here to help. Blessings, EEdie Melsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03902312441667526147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-25027124971000732702013-07-08T10:50:05.702-04:002013-07-08T10:50:05.702-04:00Andrea, thanks so much for stopping by! Blessings ...Andrea, thanks so much for stopping by! Blessings EEdie Melsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03902312441667526147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-61279458736231388862013-07-08T10:07:43.096-04:002013-07-08T10:07:43.096-04:00Great reminders, Edie!! Thanks for the encourageme...Great reminders, Edie!! Thanks for the encouragement!! Praying for you! Hugs!Kristi Butlerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16028243971764320954noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-17083381123643716962013-07-08T10:05:24.099-04:002013-07-08T10:05:24.099-04:00I have a blog that I have let stagnate, because of...I have a blog that I have let stagnate, because of all of the above reasons. I believe I can now get back to it, and need to. Thanks, Edie, for the shove.Stella Jones Myershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06096429429575714450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-18992004529113930672013-07-08T09:56:36.602-04:002013-07-08T09:56:36.602-04:00Hi Edie, I'm unpublished at the moment and par...Hi Edie, I'm unpublished at the moment and participating in two group blogs. One is a monthly devotional blog, the other a blog to help writers which I contribute to several times a month. Do I need my own personal blog also? Thanks!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04163521563641083919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-41715730231696187872013-07-08T09:40:29.367-04:002013-07-08T09:40:29.367-04:00You make a lot of valid points. I have been going ...You make a lot of valid points. I have been going back and forth as to whether or not I want to commit to a blog. After reading your article, I think I may have to sit down and make it happen. Thanks for the inspiration. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14112134208035756172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-33961025452309393592013-07-08T09:22:02.415-04:002013-07-08T09:22:02.415-04:00Love it, Edie! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on...Love it, Edie! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on blogging.Andrea Coxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13205589098502831236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2907737240492304428.post-69929572939229231542013-07-08T09:17:48.047-04:002013-07-08T09:17:48.047-04:00Blogs are easy to set up is an understatement. I a...Blogs are easy to set up is an understatement. I am computer illiterate and did it myself on blogspot by simply following the prompts. My daughter who is a teacher encouraged me to start one after I read her blog about an extended trip to Costa Rica to finish her Spanish teacher requirements. It started slow but is taking on a life of its own. At first I had to post often or my hits dropped. Now I can go away for a couple weeks and it keeps growing. My blogs are longer and on a variety of topics but they seem to be developing a following. One key is tying it into your other social media sites. I tied mine to Pinterest and it helped me see who was really reading my blog. Mine has been read in over 67 countries and has 8,000 hits which is small compared to many, but I have nor really advertised it and it is growing. I would like a few hundred regular readers than thousands of occasional readers, but that is a personal choice.Ric 'The Turtle' Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07557268545385347913noreply@blogger.com