tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post5643722302835936412..comments2024-02-13T15:17:57.466-05:00Comments on Beth Fish Reads: Musing Mondays: What'd You Say?Beth Fhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08627666337961326265noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-85634611718371071922009-04-21T23:29:00.000-04:002009-04-21T23:29:00.000-04:00I try to respond to every comment the same way you...I try to respond to every comment the same way you do, but this usually ends up happening in bulk (since like you I can't get on to the computer every minute I want to...maybe "want" isn't the best word). <br /><br />I don't feel slighted when a person does not respond to my comment, but through the comment form I've entered into some fun relationships with other bloggers. When they answer back, a type of dialogue begins (sometimes it is brief) and there is more conversation than a post allows for. Over a year of these "conversations" and you get to know the other blogger fairly well. I definitely feel a stronger connection to bloggers who respond back to comments (although this very well could be entirely in my head!). :)Trish @ Love, Laughter, Insanityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17225576485797030511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-5554321970807334512009-04-15T21:46:00.000-04:002009-04-15T21:46:00.000-04:00I respond in the comment thread. Never thought ab...I respond in the comment thread. Never thought about emailing directly, although I get a lot of direct contact emails from readers who for don't comment in the thread. Those I email back directly. Sometimes I will add paraphrase their question or comment in a comment of my own on the thread if it seems like other readers would benefit.<br /><br />I don't always respond to every comment, although I know people who do and admire them for it.<br /><br />Once in a while a post will generate comments back and forth between various commentators. Those are the posts I know I was successful with!Willhttp://willtaft.com/just-for-fun/wordless-wednesday-4-15-2009/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-10413474691656260022009-04-15T12:11:00.000-04:002009-04-15T12:11:00.000-04:00i try to keep up--but i've been bad the last few d...i try to keep up--but i've been bad the last few days--it's vacation! i try to comment on each blog i visit--especially on book reviews because they generally tend to garner the fewest comments. i sometimes respond to comments left on my blogs...moreso on my life blog though. i like this topic!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-4540531128737393132009-04-14T23:21:00.000-04:002009-04-14T23:21:00.000-04:00I have really enjoyed reading the responses to thi...I have really enjoyed reading the responses to this question...though I differ from you in that I almost never remember to come back and look for comments at the blog -- I always like getting e-mails. Also, I agree that not all comments are worthy of responses. But I agree that if you have a discussion going on, responding in the comments may be of value for everyone. Good post.Jennershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08044537551139633301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-53950500289159512212009-04-14T14:52:00.000-04:002009-04-14T14:52:00.000-04:00This is a great discussion topic. I do try and re...This is a great discussion topic. I do try and respond to all comments left on my blog either individually or in a general statement, depending on the blog post. Like you, I respond to the comments on my own blog. <br /><br />I do like it when others respond to my own comments, I admit. It adds an extra personal touch that I really appreciate.Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-58873783982180801942009-04-14T08:56:00.000-04:002009-04-14T08:56:00.000-04:00I try to reply to all comments even just a simple...I try to reply to all comments even just a simple thanks for passing if no response is needed :)<br /><br />Love your answers!Desert Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16546257933457126745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-66631314209652408352009-04-14T07:44:00.000-04:002009-04-14T07:44:00.000-04:00Beth, I have given you an award...I am always temp...Beth, I have given you an award...I am always tempted to give you every award that comes down the pike, but usually don't because you've already gotten dozens! I'm not if you've gotten this one or not. Check it out!Sandy Nawrothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00564390728106776030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-83469457140978659362009-04-14T05:25:00.000-04:002009-04-14T05:25:00.000-04:00You're right Beth. I have found some great blogs b...You're right Beth. I have found some great blogs by clicking through to people who have left me comments.Jenny Kinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03466945756956207551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-59676200811239288532009-04-14T05:13:00.000-04:002009-04-14T05:13:00.000-04:00I do a mix. On a discussion post, I try to respon...I do a mix. On a discussion post, I try to respond to every comment that can be responded to.<br /><br />Sometimes I respond via e-mail.<br /><br />And often, if someone leaves me a comment, I'll go to their blog and check out some of their posts and leave them a comment.<br /><br />I've been better about leaving comments this year (even thought it is time consuming) and it's amazing how many more comments I get myself!Lenore Appelhanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16664671644163369772noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-43811520104316647892009-04-14T01:57:00.000-04:002009-04-14T01:57:00.000-04:00In my dream world, I respond to every single comme...In my dream world, I respond to every single comment. I prefer to answer via email, but sometimes I comment on the blog. In the real world, I don't have time for that, but I do try to address all questions.Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02515314638093018928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-5266121570211823712009-04-13T23:30:00.000-04:002009-04-13T23:30:00.000-04:00No, I certainly cannot leave a comment or read all...No, I certainly cannot leave a comment or read all the blogs everyday, but I try to read them all in a week's time.<br /><br />I pondered at this question a lot when I was an inchoate blogger. I wish to be able to reply to all the comments, given that the comments are open-ended. I also want to acknowledge all my readers and not to make them feel they are ignored. The etiquette of dealing with comments also lead to a bigger question of when and how to link a blog. Anyway, I appreciate your taking time to share your thoughts on my blog. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-67865910676409744002009-04-13T22:20:00.000-04:002009-04-13T22:20:00.000-04:00I just figured out the box that allows me to follo...I just figured out the box that allows me to follow the responses via email..duh its fun to figure out new things.Nise' https://www.blogger.com/profile/15586400022454009379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-90738757918455236912009-04-13T21:04:00.000-04:002009-04-13T21:04:00.000-04:00Dear Miss B.
I have an award waiting for you on ...Dear Miss B. <br /><br />I have an award waiting for you on my blog. :)<br /><br /><A HREF="http://www.mytwoblessings.com" REL="nofollow">here</A>Robin Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07765229264945106765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-17259917186032312692009-04-13T17:12:00.000-04:002009-04-13T17:12:00.000-04:00So far, it is possible for me to give a short answ...So far, it is possible for me to give a short answer to all my comments, but you receive 10 times as many comments as me on many posts which really makes a difference. <BR/>I don´t expect long answers from bloggers either when I write short I-like-your-review posts, but I enjoy the discussions which arise on blogs sometimes, perhaps quite unexpectedly, when readers ask great questions. <BR/>I am not at all sure there is a ´best way´ to handle comments. I like the variety of the blogging community a lot.Dorte Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14535044092722418173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-15119605617471346452009-04-13T15:31:00.000-04:002009-04-13T15:31:00.000-04:00I comment in my own comments section (although I d...I comment in my own comments section (although I don't have nested/threaded comments and need to figure that out!).<BR/><BR/>If the comment warrants an individual response I address it (in comments) to that writer; I've been doing more "To All" comments lately, simply acknowledging that several people have said they liked a review, etc.<BR/><BR/>I don't comment in response to giveaway entries or guest posts (I leave that up to the guest poster)Dawn - She is Too Fond of Bookshttp://www.sheistoofondofbooks.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-16493757633072417892009-04-13T14:35:00.000-04:002009-04-13T14:35:00.000-04:00Great thoughts. I starting to think commenting on...Great thoughts. I starting to think commenting on the post is prob the best way also.<BR/>Thanks for your post!Jenny Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04077659644092707107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-55053375410479624722009-04-13T14:32:00.000-04:002009-04-13T14:32:00.000-04:00If I leave a comment that I expect an answer for, ...If I leave a comment that I expect an answer for, I'll subscribe to the post. I don't expect every comment I make to be answered, especially if it's something inane as good review or good post. My post is up now.<BR/><BR/><A HREF="http://www.mytwoblessings.com" REL="nofollow">here</A>Robin Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07765229264945106765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-40164617782816539702009-04-13T13:59:00.000-04:002009-04-13T13:59:00.000-04:00I am going to try the comment in my own comments b...I am going to try the comment in my own comments box this week and see how it goes. I am hoping I can still find the time to visit blog friends and the blogs of new commenters on my blog. I wish I had about 10 more hours in my day!<BR/>*smiles and happy Monday-I am off to read your round up post next. :)<BR/>Kim Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13029664492284742183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-40317076309155139022009-04-13T13:21:00.000-04:002009-04-13T13:21:00.000-04:00I prefer to reply to comments right there on my bl...I prefer to reply to comments right there on my blog too, but I agree, not all comments require a response.Lisa (Southern Girl Reads)https://www.blogger.com/profile/03749744167773202007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-91663005778861978492009-04-13T12:45:00.000-04:002009-04-13T12:45:00.000-04:00I do respond to specific questions or controversia...I do respond to specific questions or controversial comments. Other than that, no!<BR/><BR/><A HREF="http://readingandmorereading.blogspot.com/2009/04/musing-mondays-13-april-2009.html" REL="nofollow">Musing Mondays</A><BR/><BR/><A HREF="http://readingandmorereading.blogspot.com/2009/04/mailed-to-me-books.html" REL="nofollow">Mailed to me books</A>gautami tripathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04192356825699543613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-45250093206238151122009-04-13T12:44:00.000-04:002009-04-13T12:44:00.000-04:00A very reasonable response, all the bases covered....A very reasonable response, all the bases covered.<BR/>I also agree Beth that blogger does not have the best comment set-up..caitehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05824538078958999767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-65384211328055963072009-04-13T11:05:00.000-04:002009-04-13T11:05:00.000-04:00Jackie/FarmLane: that is one advantage of WP over ...Jackie/FarmLane: that is one advantage of WP over Blogger. You can actually thread your comments. We can't, so it makes responding to individual comments more difficult. I agree that a response is always great, but I have only so much non-work time!Beth Fhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08627666337961326265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-20861938493236073992009-04-13T10:59:00.000-04:002009-04-13T10:59:00.000-04:00Good post. This ties in nicely with the BIP's focu...Good post. This ties in nicely with the BIP's focus on comments. I appreciate knowing how you do it. I'm very slowly finding my way through all this blogging code of behavior and trying to establish my own practices.Margothttp://joyfullyretired.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-18695885763664404422009-04-13T10:54:00.000-04:002009-04-13T10:54:00.000-04:00Last week I would have agreed with every word you ...Last week I would have agreed with every word you said. This week I have been experimenting by replying to every single comment left on my blog. I have found it to be a big improvement. Even if people just write little things like "I loved this book" I have replied, and tried to give a bit of further information - for example in response to the above comment I might write "Yes, this really is a great book. Have you tried reading other books by the author. xxx and xxx are just as good" <BR/><BR/>This means you are able to be more helpful on your blog, and hopefully provide much more information than in a simple review.<BR/><BR/>I know it is all down to the amount of time you have, but I do think it is nice to give a few extra words to people who have taken the time to visit your blog. I don't expect it - I just love it when it happens!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07698068501004755678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3291822984443127930.post-25335564584435549132009-04-13T10:49:00.000-04:002009-04-13T10:49:00.000-04:00I only reply is one is needed.I only reply is one is needed.zetorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05912433866457968555noreply@blogger.com