http://www.lizas-eyeview.com/2008/04/lets-talk-about-blogging.html

So I just write really long comments instead. :)

As far as the blogs I read regularly, I find that my regulars change. It depends on where I am in life and what I need. I do like funny, for sure. I also like deep. There’s one mommy blogger who always manages to say what I’m feeling, only so much more beautifully. I also read blogs about subjects I’m interested in, and I don’t just read people with whom I agree.

I started my blog as a challenge to myself to find more positive aspects in my life. I also like reading other people’s blogs and getting ideas and inspiration from them. I also have found that blogging (and reading blogs) have shown me that I’m not much different from everyone else.

2. What is the most frustrating part of blogging for you?

Not enough time to read all the wonderful blogs out there and technical problems such as being unable to post something because of server issues.

3. If you had to give someone one piece of advice about blogging, what would it be?

Be yourself…

4. What do you know about blogging now that you WISH you had known when you started your blog?

Can’t think of any one specific thing right now.

5. What draws you to the blogs you read regularly? What elevates a blog to “daily read” status?

Interesting blogs, regular commenters on my blog, people I know or talk to on a regular basis outside my blog.

What I love the MOST about it is the communication/banter back and forth that can develop into friendships. This is only possible when readers become comfortable enough to begin responding by leaving comments or e-mailing. Not sure HOW we bloggers encourage the “lurkers” to shed their lurky skin and become speakers – - – but that is important to me.

Also, I avoid – - – like the plague- – - blogs that promote a “cause.” I’ve been caused enough.

I do gravitate to blogs that are real – - – but can see the humor in real. I can relate to those.

I want people to see Jesus in me through my blog, but not to be bashed so hard between the eyes with Him that they are repulsed.

And last but not least – - – I LOVE pictures. A picture is worth a thousand words.

Good luck with your seminars!!!!

-All of it. My ministry in life right now is raising my family. It leaves precious little time for anything else. I love that blogging gives me a life outside these four walls, without having to leave home.

And I love the power that is EDITING. I’m a lot funnier when I have time to think about it.

2. What is the most frustrating part of blogging for you?

-Coming to grips with the limitations of my puny brain. The technical stuff is *kickin’ my boo-tottem*!

3. If you had to give someone one piece of advice about blogging, what would it be?

“Don’t worry about your stats,” said the Hypocrite. (snort!) Seriously, once I relaxed enough to do this for MYSELF, my hits SHOT THROUGH THE CEILING

4. What do you know about blogging now that you WISH you had known when you started your blog?

How to pick the best domain for me. I’m still not 100% happy and considering a re-lo.

I’m GLAD I’ve kept my blog anonymous. Because it lets me be WHO I AM, not who I am expected to be. Blogging. It’s cheaper than therapy.

5. What draws you to the blogs you read regularly? What elevates a blog to “daily read” status?

Make me laugh, people! Actually, my favorite reads are by the authors who have taken time to converse with me via comments and email. As I get to “know them”, their blogs take on a whole new flavor.

But if you can make me laugh, well then, I’ll be back.

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