tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post1506552862894287799..comments2024-03-28T12:11:42.691-04:00Comments on For What It's Worth: The friday 5: The 5 Best Things About BloggingKarenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-85757499351942319282018-02-06T18:00:49.088-05:002018-02-06T18:00:49.088-05:00My husband didn't get it at first but now even...My husband didn't get it at first but now even he's friendly with most of the people he's met at the conferences with me lol <br /><br />Same here - I know a person in almost every part of the world now and it's totally changed how I view current events.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-45888096341904236442018-02-06T11:43:06.453-05:002018-02-06T11:43:06.453-05:00Yay, I love this topic! I don't get the whole ...Yay, I love this topic! I don't get the whole "internet friendships aren't real" thing. My mum is very weirded out by the fact that some of my favourite people are those I've met through blogging, people who I don't have to hang out with IRL to get along famously with them. Blogging friendships are the beeeest! And meeting people from all over the world is SO COOL. I've definitely learned a lot about other cultures through blogging friends.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03345874849864173182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-74140744078510588182018-02-06T09:48:37.808-05:002018-02-06T09:48:37.808-05:00Blogging has gotten me to do SO many new things ev...Blogging has gotten me to do SO many new things even if I don't see you guys in real life - I find y'all motivating. I work out daily now and it's mostly because of other bloggers.<br /><br />I do! Although I haven't had a full fledged panic attack in years. Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-60358860909869377602018-02-06T09:46:45.848-05:002018-02-06T09:46:45.848-05:00Absolutely on the tough times. You get the support...Absolutely on the tough times. You get the support from everyone and it also gives you something to do to when you're feeling down instead of hiberating and brooding.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-71803540605691982022018-02-06T09:44:52.868-05:002018-02-06T09:44:52.868-05:00Blogging is really one of the best things I've...Blogging is really one of the best things I've ever done with my life!Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-47410814286521751062018-02-06T04:42:45.499-05:002018-02-06T04:42:45.499-05:00I completely agree with you about all of these thi...I completely agree with you about all of these things, but like you said, my favorite is the friendships too. I love meeting new people and getting to know them through our blogs. :)Jenni Elysehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08403700912436098391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-7701125517720366782018-02-05T12:29:41.897-05:002018-02-05T12:29:41.897-05:00Ugh, I would run screaming from that paranormal co...Ugh, I would run screaming from that paranormal conference! But BEA sounds doable - someday.Bark At The Ghoulshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05201971932093705929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-12801858072227520582018-02-05T02:28:53.948-05:002018-02-05T02:28:53.948-05:00It is a wonderful way to connect to people. Some o...It is a wonderful way to connect to people. Some of my absolute favorite people in the world I only know because of the blog. And yes on the support. Yall have all helped me get through some hard losses as well. I'm glad that blogging has brought wonderful things into your life!Anna (herding cats-burning soup)https://www.blogger.com/profile/17422129120413380189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-8724972568271662382018-02-03T16:56:14.312-05:002018-02-03T16:56:14.312-05:00I agree, blogging takes up a lot of time, but I do...I agree, blogging takes up a lot of time, but I don't have friends in real life that get my obsession with all things books like my bloggy friends do. I even have a few that I talk fitness and health with as well as books and it's such a great community! It's given me motivation to get back on a fitness routine as well as inspired me to try new things like running. Never thought I'd be a runner, but I can call myself that now, and it's a great feeling. <br /><br />Sorry to hear about your father! Also, I didn't know you struggled with shyness and panic attacks, Karen. I'm happy to hear that blogging has helped a little with that. I think sharing our struggles and hearing that other people go through similar things help to cope. :)Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16682335183798720529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-22692547726668779742018-02-03T12:40:08.579-05:002018-02-03T12:40:08.579-05:00I'm very introverted so blogging helps push me...I'm very introverted so blogging helps push me out of my comfort zone in a way I would never do otherwise.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-78614700120543989692018-02-03T12:39:22.255-05:002018-02-03T12:39:22.255-05:00It really is and it's what has kept me from qu...It really is and it's what has kept me from quitting so many times. There just isn't another hobby that allows you to meet so many people or try so many new things.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-51512412024194821472018-02-03T12:38:25.917-05:002018-02-03T12:38:25.917-05:00You're right - they are REAL friendships. Many...You're right - they are REAL friendships. Many have crossed over from and lasted way beyond talking books.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-10969751862007673882018-02-03T12:37:37.853-05:002018-02-03T12:37:37.853-05:00If I was relying on people I meet in person, I wou...If I was relying on people I meet in person, I would never have this many friends lolKarenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-27459050848141141942018-02-03T08:49:47.448-05:002018-02-03T08:49:47.448-05:00What I love about blogging most is that it gives m...What I love about blogging most is that it gives me an outlet. I am an introvert and, as is the case with most introverts, my mind is a very, very noisy place because I'm constantly thinking, pondering, or analyzing. Blogging gives me the opportunity to get the thoughts out of my head and clear out the mental clutter.Ericka @ A Quiet Girl's Musings...https://www.blogger.com/profile/11041608167418967580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-75285492796716781292018-02-02T21:16:19.259-05:002018-02-02T21:16:19.259-05:00I love your list of what makes blogging so great!!...I love your list of what makes blogging so great!! I agree with so many of them too and I just love what blogging gives back to us. Its tough and hard work but so rewarding right? Lover Of Romancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06815249440754171341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-74626523761712591602018-02-02T20:39:12.319-05:002018-02-02T20:39:12.319-05:00I'd miss blogging too- big time. And it IS ama...I'd miss blogging too- big time. And it IS amazing how we can meet like minded people all over the world, who love books. I feel the same way about online/ blog friendships. Who knew?? They can be as special as RL friendships (and I shouldn't even distinguish them like that, because they ARE RL friendships actually). <br /><br />#s 2 and 3 *nods* so true as well!!!Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-22595745800939575952018-02-02T17:52:34.624-05:002018-02-02T17:52:34.624-05:00Yes, I agree about all of that. I like that I'...Yes, I agree about all of that. I like that I've made some great friends too.Mary Kirklandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04991095291522043588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-5186302976477247282018-02-02T14:01:09.625-05:002018-02-02T14:01:09.625-05:00I didn't know there was such a thing as free b...I didn't know there was such a thing as free books when I started lol I think we've all had a selfish time or two in blogging but if you're in it for ther long haul you realize it's about more of that. <br />Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-45661280075760413742018-02-02T13:58:54.422-05:002018-02-02T13:58:54.422-05:00There are so many new things I've tried becaus...There are so many new things I've tried because I've seen it on other blogs and not just books. <br /><br />We have our issues as a community but overall it's been overwhelmingly positive. Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-27504406721604738192018-02-02T13:56:45.960-05:002018-02-02T13:56:45.960-05:00You should work in publishing. You would be amazin...You should work in publishing. You would be amazing at it!Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-12489832520976025572018-02-02T13:39:43.653-05:002018-02-02T13:39:43.653-05:00I went into blogging wanting get free books, yes I...I went into blogging wanting get free books, yes I admit, I was selfish like that. I had no idea it would be so much more. The friendships I have made and the new things I have challenged myself to do and so many other things has made the journey so worth while. Totally agree, the friendships are the best part. I cannot tell you how much I appreciated all the love and support I received through my blog as I dealt with losing my mother. Internet hugs back at you. Heidi@Rainy Day Ramblingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05984216720423826256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-60063970009446884392018-02-02T13:23:37.514-05:002018-02-02T13:23:37.514-05:00I so agree with all of these! I've met some am...I so agree with all of these! I've met some amazing people in the blog world - either in person or just online, and I totally consider them friends. Online friendships can definitely be real. I also feel like I've read so many more amazing books because of the blog world and learned a lot of new things - not just related to books/reading. I don't imagine myself stopping anytime soon when it comes to blogging.<br /><br />-Lauren<br />www.shootingstarsmag.netShooting Stars Maghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16074581473656321052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-82385592607388380222018-02-02T12:43:02.931-05:002018-02-02T12:43:02.931-05:00I was worried about that too when I went to my fir...I was worried about that too when I went to my first BEA (I get pass out cold panic attacks) but it was great. You get to meet people but almost everyone else is just as shy and awkward so somehow it works. lol And you really don't even have that much time to talk anyway.<br />I did go to another paranormal conference that I didn't enjoy because it was more about making connections and talking and doing things together like games and I can't handle that kind of thing.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-89951350272578667712018-02-02T12:42:21.980-05:002018-02-02T12:42:21.980-05:00I loooveee international treats!
And being a blo...I loooveee international treats! <br /><br />And being a blogger has given me such interesting insight to how the publishing world makes, it's fascinating and I want to know more!<br /><br />And yes, blogging friendships! <3Amber Elisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00671652212967695538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-82775884140058532832018-02-02T12:38:06.947-05:002018-02-02T12:38:06.947-05:00These are all so true. Blogging can be exhausting ...These are all so true. Blogging can be exhausting and frustrating but the friendships I've made with true book people more than make up for all of those other things. I hope to attend a book conference some day but I'm shy and an introvert so I don't know if I will survive all of that people time! Though I am getting better since I started doing pet adoption counseling but some nights all of that talking wipes me out.Bark At The Ghoulshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05201971932093705929noreply@blogger.com