tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post7425365425702797089..comments2023-10-30T09:00:07.439-05:00Comments on A Walk In My Shoes: What I've learned in 2009, Part 2Susan R. Millshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09578747592345750650noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-73519974595313805932009-12-30T20:47:33.486-06:002009-12-30T20:47:33.486-06:00I start my blog in year 2009 because there is noth...I start my blog in year 2009 because there is nothing to do this year, hopefully I can gain a penny. But at the end, I gain friends and comfort and experience and....all you guy's said. So, this is the best gift that I've ever had by writing blog. Now, my reason to continue my blogging will be : to provide a small corner for people who want to take a break, that's all.<br /><br />Happy New Year to all of you with best wishes!anniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14721222612581918104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-90474453554231901872009-12-30T09:38:04.036-06:002009-12-30T09:38:04.036-06:00So, when I read this yesterday I was thinking that...So, when I read this yesterday I was thinking that the clogs could also symbolize the different types of bloggers and blogs that you read. Like we come with all different colors. I started blogging for something more creative and in the beginning for exposure, but then it really was just for me. I have gotten so much more out of it then I could have ever imagined!!! :o)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-78754055795651141192009-12-30T07:08:24.797-06:002009-12-30T07:08:24.797-06:00I started as a way to share my writing and build a...I started as a way to share my writing and build an audience in case I ever got published.<br /><br />Now I guess I blog because I like interacting with everybody. <br /><br />Thanks for all the comments you leave on my blog.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-3995642797295547322009-12-30T00:26:58.703-06:002009-12-30T00:26:58.703-06:00I didn't know what to expect when I started. B...I didn't know what to expect when I started. But finding this huge online community has been awesome!Sherrie Petersenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11670339498152684137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-13582483553792574352009-12-30T00:11:20.386-06:002009-12-30T00:11:20.386-06:00I blog to connect to people going through the same...I blog to connect to people going through the same thing as me because as much as your husband or friend say they understand they don't really.Pattihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00685341739870191402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-73595081010420784602009-12-29T23:36:15.690-06:002009-12-29T23:36:15.690-06:00I started my blog because I want track my writing ...I started my blog because I want track my writing progress but also to connect with other writers, get support from them and to give support back. I believe that only other writers can give the kind of support and kick in the pants a writer needs to keep going and that's what I'm looking for (as soon as people start visiting my blog anyway--Thanks for commenting on it btw!)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05948612132999105083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-66248535100571425862009-12-29T19:21:38.825-06:002009-12-29T19:21:38.825-06:00You summed it up perfectly!! Happy New Year!You summed it up perfectly!! Happy New Year!Kelly H-Yhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07324529762031928328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-32419323588481770822009-12-29T15:58:15.937-06:002009-12-29T15:58:15.937-06:00Here here! Happy New Year Susan!Here here! Happy New Year Susan!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09556206184198452490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-21684664099834767472009-12-29T15:51:43.987-06:002009-12-29T15:51:43.987-06:00I'm blogging for the very same reasons that yo...I'm blogging for the very same reasons that you've listed. Not only have I learned so much in the short time that I've had my blog, I've made some wonderful friends who "get" me.Melissa Hursthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15530652829980250261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-50233353403681740372009-12-29T15:46:49.976-06:002009-12-29T15:46:49.976-06:00Hi Susan,
Sorry I haven't been around much lat...Hi Susan,<br />Sorry I haven't been around much lately to comment. I am finally getting caught up. I enjoy reading blogs too and especially getting to know individual bloggers. It is a pretty special group of people.Raehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04858158707328118375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-18429767673470840632009-12-29T15:32:06.338-06:002009-12-29T15:32:06.338-06:00Definitely the networking aspect as well as tbose ...Definitely the networking aspect as well as tbose reasons you've already stated. :) It's nice because it's given me the opportunity to connect with others who have a passion for writing like I do.Darahttp://inthewritemind.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-74113625973316313882009-12-29T15:16:45.643-06:002009-12-29T15:16:45.643-06:00All of those reasons actually. I love meeting new ...All of those reasons actually. I love meeting new people and connecting with people who share my passion, especially when my life is filled with non-writers!<br /><br />I've also learnt so much. It's really surprised me.Jadehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02444920778218867295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-85622247101905987582009-12-29T15:01:11.804-06:002009-12-29T15:01:11.804-06:00My desire when I started blogging was to share my ...My desire when I started blogging was to share my piled up writings with the world. What a neat way to get things out there. It has turned into a friendship thing more than anything else now. Also, I enjoy original thought type writings more than my old stuff, even though the old articles, especially were carefully thought out and gone over and over. So now, it's mostly for fun and because I feel that at my age, I might have something in the way of wisdom to share. I hope.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15163662759281341381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-31921656729260040422009-12-29T14:37:15.679-06:002009-12-29T14:37:15.679-06:00I think the support and friendship from fellow blo...I think the support and friendship from fellow bloggers is by far the best part. That's what keeps me motivated to write a post 5 days a week. And the fact that I've found beta readers and a crit group this way has been awesome. My writing it so much better for it.Roni Lorenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02719679344024635326noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-34565269447005372152009-12-29T14:23:07.438-06:002009-12-29T14:23:07.438-06:00I started blogging because I found a blog that sai...I started blogging because I found a blog that said a lot of really bad things about me, my boyfriend, and my daughter. I was shocked. This person had never let on she felt that way. Rather than respond in anger, I started my own blog with positive uplifting stories. I make it a point to be truthful and not talk badly of anyone. <br /><br />I discovered as well such a wonderful, creative, supporting community. It has been a big blessing. I love to write and I especially love to read blogs. <br /><br />:-) Visiting from Karen's site.Angelia (Texas)http://youthinkyoucanblog.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-50708881077458670082009-12-29T13:04:19.845-06:002009-12-29T13:04:19.845-06:00Besides, it also helps to have a platform that I c...Besides, it also helps to have a platform that I can advocate for my stories from.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.makemysite.in" rel="nofollow"> How to make a website </a>kanishkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13651620533023202224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-10592958174674266202009-12-29T12:57:10.084-06:002009-12-29T12:57:10.084-06:00I think the main reason I love blogging is your #3...I think the main reason I love blogging is your #3. Before I met my critique group and started blogging I didn't know ANY other people who wrote. Now I feel like I'm part of a huge, supportive community. I learn so much from everyone else, and it has really been a pleasure getting to know you all.Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00861022355718378425noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-29919421358930695412009-12-29T12:51:04.098-06:002009-12-29T12:51:04.098-06:00I blog because I have a lot to say. I don't b...I blog because I have a lot to say. I don't blog about my writing process. Maybe I'm a bit superstitious. I don't know. Besides, I learn a lot from you, Susan, and other bloggers who blog about it.Angie Muresanhttp://www.angiemuresan.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-21065387989142860612009-12-29T11:57:30.543-06:002009-12-29T11:57:30.543-06:00I agree that I started because I wanted a web pres...I agree that I started because I wanted a web presence, and that I stayed after being overwhelmed by the personal-feeling connections I've made.<br /><br />As a writer aspiring to be published, I struggle to find the balance between blogging freely and honestly (well, and blogging to induce the laughter of others) and sticking to more traditional, writerly posts. <br /><br />I hope the mix works for me in the end.Leigh Hutchens Burchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13974935740527936303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-9960802112161283172009-12-29T11:37:43.076-06:002009-12-29T11:37:43.076-06:00I came to build a web presence, but I stay for the...I came to build a web presence, but I stay for the blog posts of others... posts that make me learn, laugh, and even cry. <br /><br />Happy New Year, Susan!Tere Kirklandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13562750950130316280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-57453971475600950902009-12-29T11:35:36.200-06:002009-12-29T11:35:36.200-06:00Connecting with other aspiring authors was the rea...Connecting with other aspiring authors was the reason I started blogging. I've learned so much from other's blogs and I love the community of helpful writers who encourage and inspire me.Sherrinda Ketchersidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07581676437345249386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-40439973402384705382009-12-29T11:27:53.263-06:002009-12-29T11:27:53.263-06:00There is so much a person can learn from reading o...There is so much a person can learn from reading other blogs and that is one of the reasons I blog and I like connecting with people. This is my first visit and this part of your profile really connected with what I have been thinking recently.<br /><br />"I gladly welcome any tips, advice, ridicule, and, most appreciatively, praise."<br /><br /><br />Kindest regardsTom Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00694425811308686944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-44683734133287866342009-12-29T11:13:06.828-06:002009-12-29T11:13:06.828-06:00I agree with 1-4. Although the connecting part su...I agree with 1-4. Although the connecting part surprised me. I knew I'd read and learn from other blogs but I didn't expect to be commenting back and forth so much--becoming friends. That's been a fun, unexpected treat.Catherine Dentonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13771249741266703689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-55273654945149210102009-12-29T11:03:51.124-06:002009-12-29T11:03:51.124-06:00Those are all good reasons.
I originally did it t...Those are all good reasons.<br /><br />I originally did it to keep up-to-date with my friends, who are a bit scattered around the country.<br /><br />But then something happened. I started to notice that total strangers were reading. And people I know but that I never thought would READ my BLOG. <br /><br />And now I do it because it's a great way to keep me writing and honing my skills, to build a web presence, and to meet new people.Karen M. Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06972093977468313631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8515903861204137058.post-26135072303027553462009-12-29T10:33:16.242-06:002009-12-29T10:33:16.242-06:00I blog to connect--especially with folks who reall...I blog to connect--especially with folks who really understand how incredibly slow the process is and are in the trenches with me. I also hope, as an editor who writes, that I have something helpful to offer others in the blogosphere. I think I also initially wanted to blog about my process so that when my novel hit print, my readers could understand how much research went into it, and why I made some of the choices I did.Laurel Garverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03657218435228802535noreply@blogger.com