Comments on: blog comments :: part deux

By: Tonya Boezi

Tonya Boezi — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 20:11:23 +0000

I am a newbie on blogging so I really appreciated your insight. I am always a little hesitant to comment on something, even if I love it! I am working on getting over this stagefright! I have a etiquette question on blogging. Is it o.k. to blog on someones page if they create a similar line as yours? I design belt buckles and when I see someone elses work that is absolutely gorgeous I want to tell the artist but am unsure if this is o.k.
Sounds like a stupid question, but I just don’t want to offend anybody.
Thanks!

By: cath @chunkychooky

cath @chunkychooky — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 03:52:06 +0000

I agree with what Christopher says , I often am inspired by peoples comments that then go on to become a post of there own. I think sometimes its OK to write just that something is nice and leave it at that but I generally try to say a bit more.

I think the comments and the amount people write actually say a lot about the amount of thought that went into the post. A while ago I wrote a post about my childs sleep I was amazed at the amount people wrote in the comments- they were practically blogposts in themselves. I think to respond to those comments like you have, and I do, via email makes a huge difference and does help to actually build a relationship with the person reading the blog.

By: tara

tara — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 22:41:40 +0000

hey christopher! i really like your point about telling jokes. a great comment definitely inspires more great comments! in regards to reading others’ comments, i think it helps to not just think of blogs as an opportunity for back & forth but an opportunity for real discussion. you can now “reply” to comments on many good blogs and develop a conversation with other readers in addition to the blogger. thanks so much for stopping by today!

By: Christopher (AKA: CaJoh)

Christopher (AKA: CaJoh) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:00:14 +0000

I agree that sometimes the empty comment doesn’t get much recognition. I have been told that I am very thoughtful in my comments and that they are much appreciated.

Looking at your list, I find that I tend to do a lot of those. So often I relate commenting to telling jokes– you hear a joke and it reminds you of one, so you tell it. If I find the post relates to one of my own, I usually include a link. Also, if a post inspires me, I try to tell them that I am inspired to write a post of my own.

Only recently I have thought of reading the comments that others make. Sometimes that is a double edged sword in that I may get discouraged to comment because it was already said, or get lost in the comments others wrote and comment on the comments rather than the original post.

I do not write for a blog that sells things. I write in order to share of myself in the hopes that whoever reads will find my words either helpful, or thought provoking. The sharing of knowledge is important to me and I truly appreciate that you have shared these tidbits of advice to others.

Thank you,

By: tara

tara — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 01:07:55 +0000

hi! that’s a great analogy for the commenting process. thanks so much for sharing your idea!

By: NoniBam

NoniBam — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:48:20 +0000

Firstly let me say – I love your attitude – the “be yourself”, be direct, be honest, be “simple”.

And regarding this post:
I think that in order to write a good post and a good comment, one needs to close their eyes and “get connected” with their feelings and thoughts.
It’s like trying to write a card for one of your dearest – you can write the usual Happy Birthday, but once you close your eyes and think about that person and what they mean to you – all the good things and wishes will come to your mind.
I’m sure – it’s just a matter of practice…

By: Nancy F.

Nancy F. — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 19:56:02 +0000

Very thought provoking ideas. I appreciate your teaching me something new!
Thanks

By: tara

tara — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:18:31 +0000

hi jenn!
i have to say i was a bit surprised how much feedback i got saying that they got stuck while commenting. i suppose i do as well, i’d just never really thought about it!

which, of course, is why comments are so great. i had a great idea for a new post!
thanks for stopping by today!

By: jenn

jenn — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 14:36:28 +0000

This is a great topic for a blog post! Very helpful and engaging points to consider… glad I’m not the only one who get stuck

By: tara

tara — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:16:59 +0000

hi julie! thanks for your positive feedback! yep, it takes a bit more time. but hopefully it will save you a bit of time & stress in the future. have a great weekend!