tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post3271437832171647435..comments2024-03-28T22:21:46.973-07:00Comments on Tossing It Out: Blog Boggled: Vacuous VerbosityArlee Birdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comBlogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-22326825048205930702010-05-06T22:58:26.798-07:002010-05-06T22:58:26.798-07:00tlfeet-- I wonder where some of those pictures com...tlfeet-- I wonder where some of those pictures come from as well.Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-69031497573400796592010-05-06T11:47:35.259-07:002010-05-06T11:47:35.259-07:00i do tend to wander, yes...and something that i no...i do tend to wander, yes...and something that i notice too is that lots and lots and lots of words make me wanna run. i found it refreshing that folks put pictures in their blogs to illustrate points...i'd still like to know where they find all the good pics.tooleftfeeethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03449643106343518187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-40685760757150752562010-04-30T14:43:48.755-07:002010-04-30T14:43:48.755-07:00Well, I got to 25! Thanks for the push, I love you...Well, I got to 25! Thanks for the push, I love you! You are always a wonderful promoter.<br /><br />I've enjoyed reading your posts!Ginny the Sock Monkeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07655059357754788626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-83098551754925942072010-04-28T19:14:28.711-07:002010-04-28T19:14:28.711-07:00Thank you for coming up with this wonderful challe...Thank you for coming up with this wonderful challenge. I'm sorry that my headaches have kept me from writing like I should have. This has been a fantastic experience. I've learned a lot about myself and meet a lot of new blogging buddies. Thank you for coming up with this challenge.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15095461005416691369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-49508867366577079252010-04-28T13:20:19.055-07:002010-04-28T13:20:19.055-07:00I agree with what you're saying here. I also ...I agree with what you're saying here. I also try some of those approaches that you've mentioned. If a post is too dry or technical I often will not read through it unless it's a topic I really want to hear about. A blogger that shows effective personality can often hold my attention even if I'm not interested in the topic.<br /><br />I have appreciated your comments and yours is also my philosophy on leaving comments.Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-50775026582751989332010-04-28T12:59:07.256-07:002010-04-28T12:59:07.256-07:00I look for personality in blog posts and stay enga...I look for personality in blog posts and stay engaged as long as it is interesting. <br /><br />When I post, I strive to be conversational even though the length of the post may vary - some long or broken up in several parts, or very short with the addition of a video. <br /><br />I also pepper my writing with links in case folks want to read more about the topic.<br /><br />As far as comments - if I have something to add or want to let the reader I've stopped by, I leave a comment and I enjoy when others do the same - no matter the length.Paula Sladehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02923061193682673368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-29924409355159185532010-04-28T11:47:58.832-07:002010-04-28T11:47:58.832-07:00Jan -- I'm you participated as well. I guess t...Jan -- I'm you participated as well. I guess the question would be did A to Z help your writing?<br />Maybe you can answer that in your May 3rd post.<br /><a href="http://tossingitout.blogspot.com/2010/04/whats-next.html" rel="nofollow">May 3rd A to Z Challenge Reflections Mega Post</a>Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-44128538344995462892010-04-28T09:32:23.642-07:002010-04-28T09:32:23.642-07:00Hmm, I guess it doesn't really matter to me wh...Hmm, I guess it doesn't really matter to me who's following me. I write because I must. This A to Z challenge has been a different type of writing for me. I am glad I participated but will be glad to get back to my regular blogging.Janhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03597944446324222665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-21794228184186005462010-04-27T21:19:39.045-07:002010-04-27T21:19:39.045-07:00The words don't matter as long as they are say...The words don't matter as long as they are saying something-- there's no such thing as too many good, meaningful, well said words and I think you've been doing that pretty well.<br /><br />Pictures can help, but they can also be gimmicky and get in the way of good writing.<br /><br />I think the best thing is short paragraphs separated by spaces and once again I think you do that.<br /><br />You're doing great. And I think you'll get 30 followers by the end of the week. Comment on a few blogs that aren't following you and follow them--it usually works.Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-56962218137767515982010-04-27T20:51:17.179-07:002010-04-27T20:51:17.179-07:00P.S. Thank you for another shout out...! Much appr...P.S. Thank you for another shout out...! Much appreciated Lee! I'm almost there for 30! Just one more! :-DTori Cooperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06312794332180689318noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-61198575257924447362010-04-27T20:51:17.180-07:002010-04-27T20:51:17.180-07:00Sometimes I can get wordy and ramble on and on... ...Sometimes I can get wordy and ramble on and on... I know I do this a lot in conversations but I'm getter better at reading when people actually want to hear the short version or the long version. Sometimes the long version is appropriate. <br /><br />With writing I am learning what is appropriate... It's fun to mix things up every once in a while. One friend recommended adding pictures to make it easier to read when it's a longer post. Pics make it less daunting. :-D<br /><br />Very interesting entry!Tori Cooperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06312794332180689318noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-70053912389117292832010-04-27T15:43:50.279-07:002010-04-27T15:43:50.279-07:00If you have something worthwhile to say or you'...If you have something worthwhile to say or you're very entertaining, readers sometimes don't mind a longer post. Also I think format makes a difference: If it's a 600 word post that's all one block of dense paragraph that is a hassle to read.Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-9362486861363089102010-04-27T15:34:28.534-07:002010-04-27T15:34:28.534-07:00my posts are like me. Pretty simple. I know everyo...my posts are like me. Pretty simple. I know everyone has a lot to accomplish in a day and I don't want to waste their time by not being succinct. I try to keep my posts to 300-500 words with pictures. :)Hannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16915603693944523761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-23429420806933320212010-04-26T22:13:43.701-07:002010-04-26T22:13:43.701-07:00sig -- I could not stand to see you hovering at 99...sig -- I could not stand to see you hovering at 99. You are much to kind with your words -- thank you.<br /><br />Diana -- you can ramble all your little heart desires and when I comment I will probably ramble as well.<br /><br />Marjorie -- what I've read from you is pretty concise and nice.<br /><br />Elizabeth -- I love examples -- they help to clarify.<br /><br />Jemi -- I can't believe you cover as much blog territory as you do. I've been working with a great bunch of bloggers here.<br /><br />Lynda -- I've tried flash fiction over the past 2 Fridays. Don't know if it's 500 or less--I read where FF was 1000 or less. Well I was close.<br /><br />Greg -- Your blog is in a different realm than most. You are always well organized with good structure in the blog post.<br /><br />Ellie --Thank you for your kind words.Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-41789381333157683642010-04-26T20:50:48.940-07:002010-04-26T20:50:48.940-07:00Thanks Lee for reining in the focus.
I think we al...Thanks Lee for reining in the focus.<br />I think we all at times go on tangents and ramble. I agree when you blog there is a style a personality to your blog. Sometimes it doesn't come through, right away.<br />I was all over the place trying to find my path. Great V post; you always make me think~Ellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070952447277684613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-57704332869218902822010-04-26T18:24:31.025-07:002010-04-26T18:24:31.025-07:00I don't think I ramble to much. I try to have ...I don't think I ramble to much. I try to have a central point and then try to support that point. The purpose of my blog is different than most I know. I purposely set out to 1) honor our magnificent God; 2) to be a source of blessing to the reader; 3) but also to instruct, encourage, and to edify.<br /><br />I will admit to your second question, if a long blog is not beneficial to me I won't read it to the end. What makes me quietly slip out before the show is over is useless info, boring rhetoric, bad language.<br /><br />I would not be bothered with critique - I would welcome it. Then I could make corrections and srive for excellence.<br /><br />The only comments that bother me are the ones that are so patently insincere and are really a plea to come read that blog - like, "Nice blog, enjoyed looking, come read mine, etc." Long or short comments that are germain to my topic thrill me. It means you really read and understood what I wrote and are taking your precious time to say something.Gregg Metcalfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16413691313803396844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-32620578477661227162010-04-26T17:40:39.807-07:002010-04-26T17:40:39.807-07:00I recommend everyone tries to write some flash fic...I recommend everyone tries to write some flash fiction. ie, fiction that is no longer than 500 words. It's a really good challenge to keep your writing tight.Lynda R Young as Elle Cardyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09975442291393246148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-7212508515711901162010-04-26T17:27:36.339-07:002010-04-26T17:27:36.339-07:00I follow a lot of blogs, so I prefer the posts to ...I follow a lot of blogs, so I prefer the posts to be relatively short & concise. Otherwise I find myself skimming and probably missing out on some nuances. I'll try to check out some of the links when I've got a bit more time. You've done a great thing for so many bloggers with this challenge, Lee! Good for you :)Jemi Fraserhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02214408467456320167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-56105830524919474192010-04-26T17:26:09.688-07:002010-04-26T17:26:09.688-07:00I try not to make my blog posts too long. I edit ...I try not to make my blog posts too long. I edit them in Word before I post. Hopefully, they have some personality!<br /><br />My favorites are the ones where I write examples. I love to get all crazy with those.Elizabeth Westhttp://aelizabethwest.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-19276703579066956902010-04-26T15:14:41.092-07:002010-04-26T15:14:41.092-07:00I try not to ramble when I write. I find I do tha...I try not to ramble when I write. I find I do that to often when i'm speaking. I actually sometimes have to force myself to lead up to a point when writing. Though sometimes I find that I have been a tad redundant. That's also a carry-over from my speaking habits.Marjoriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09958530958484080973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-69082478674007533262010-04-26T14:43:14.297-07:002010-04-26T14:43:14.297-07:00Hi Arlee, I do sometimes feel as if I ramble a bit...Hi Arlee, I do sometimes feel as if I ramble a bit much, but then I think of my blog as more of a journal so I can ramble if I want to! And I will read a long post as long as I have time and it holds my interest. I have had to come back to some blogs when I had more time to sit! The hardest thing about blogging for me is that I follow so many and it can be very time consuming! But I really do love reading about everyone's lives!<br />I have had one of my posts critiqued as someone took offense to an imaginary scenario that I made up. In this persons defense, they didn't read the previous post and didn't know that it was a joke. I don't mind long comments, hope you don't either!!!! Love Di ♥Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11429812875586479256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-26343247114988021702010-04-26T14:39:12.361-07:002010-04-26T14:39:12.361-07:00Lee!!
Thank you!! I have hit the 100 mark, plus o...Lee!!<br /><br />Thank you!! I have hit the 100 mark, plus one!! WOO-HOOO!!! Thanks for your help!!<br /><br />Your writing always brings up interesting and thought provoking points. One has to write from their own frame of mind. Sometimes it takes a lot of words to get something across. At times, I find that as I am writing that maybe I can spit the posts into 2, helping to keep it shorter, or better yet, expand on my thoughts.<br /><br />But I think most bloggers blog to suit themselves. Only those who take their writing more seriously as an art form have other thoughts about their skill in writing.<br /><br />I don't think there is any negative point about your writing that I could ever think of.<br /><br />You keep doing it, I'll keep visiting, even if I don't have the time to do so every day.<br /><br />SigSig Wynne-Evanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17758754941954867390noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-82282021796439064302010-04-26T13:57:54.157-07:002010-04-26T13:57:54.157-07:00B.Miller- short and sweet is fine, but not at the ...B.Miller- short and sweet is fine, but not at the cost of substance and complete ideas. A post should be as long as necessary I think. Yours are typically a pretty good length.<br /><br />Karen - Thank you! Ditto for my comment to B. Miller. The post should adequately cover the topic.<br /><br />Lisa -- Thank you so much. But wait, are you saying my post was too long?<br /><br />Jo -- Thank you. I think the difficulty in reading comes more from layout. Long paragraphs and closely clustered paragraphs are more difficult to read the ones that are shorter and spaced out. Does anyone else have any problem about comment moderation?<br /><br />Stephen -- the sense of helping one another is something I picked up from other bloggers like yourself. It is a good thing to see and in which to participate.<br /><br />Diane -- agreed. Time is often the decider about our efforts.<br /><br />Kierah -- What you said was so cool. Hope you will write more about this on May 3rd.<br /><br />Alex -- you might get to 100 by the end of the challenge!<br /><br />E.E. -- The posts that go on and on are one thing, while the ones that are long but the reader doesn't really notice are another. Length is all relative.<br /><br />Atsiko -- from what I've seen so far your posts are in the realm of intstructional and informational. Your readership would be limited by specificity of topic. Your writing style for your content is very good and appropriate.<br /><br />StMc-- Terse and to the point.<br /><br />Raquel - We'll see what happens after the challenge.<br /><br />AA --- Stephen is being funny again.<br /><br />Suzie -- my posts are typically 1000 words. I find it difficult to be shorter and say all that I want to say in the way I want to say it.<br /><br />Debra --- you are apparently writing what people like from what they have been saying. You'll get to 50 soon enough.<br /><br />Jane -- Sometimes I think the comments are my favorite part.<br /><br />Melody --- A to Z has reminded me of my old high school English classes and the essays we used to have to write. I enjoy it.<br /><br />Cal -- I know what you're saying and that's why I asked today. But each day is different.Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-71707956452531853862010-04-26T13:30:02.822-07:002010-04-26T13:30:02.822-07:00There are days I feel I ramble far too much. My b...There are days I feel I ramble far too much. My blog is long, my comments are long. Then there are days I am succinct. Short, to the point, down to business. I would hope if I ramble too much someone would nicely tell me to shut it. ;)Mel Chesleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08200734886454147170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149224757183756660.post-45751752265407856992010-04-26T13:21:24.228-07:002010-04-26T13:21:24.228-07:00I have a tendency to ramble too... and have had so...I have a tendency to ramble too... and have had some lengthier blog posts during this challenge. (I think part of that for me is that I am experimenting with writing again and not just focused on short and sweet blogging). A friend of mine used to joke in high school that I could write an essay response about nothing though... so I blame the educational system. :) I read all lengths of blog posts... but have found that some that really intrigued me haven't not received responses from me just because I wanted time to think through my response so it wouldn't be quite so lengthy!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com