tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post9082358407986221100..comments2023-10-24T05:53:13.006-05:00Comments on Something She Wrote: This and ThatJanna Leadbetterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06339705935553160673noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-22850372035547523112008-12-18T11:00:00.000-06:002008-12-18T11:00:00.000-06:00Joy, welcome! I appreciate your addition to the co...Joy, welcome! I appreciate your addition to the conversation. :) And you live in an RV? How cool!<BR/><BR/>ChristaCarol - I'm with you; I never expected the bonding one gets out of blogging.<BR/><BR/>Cher - Hi! I've seen you around - thanks for stopping by! I'm determined to get me some Airborne, so many people have recommended it. And drat! I meant to get lake pictures as I drove in this morningJanna Leadbetterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06339705935553160673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-74704571897023787702008-12-17T23:41:00.000-06:002008-12-17T23:41:00.000-06:00I don't think there's any one thing...I read a lot...I don't think there's any one thing...I read a lot of difference types of blogs, and it's just all whether I enjoy the blogger's style or not.<BR/><BR/>And I wish we had snow! Once every three years or something like that!colbymarshallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14056535503422186623noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-44897420389658129602008-12-17T23:27:00.000-06:002008-12-17T23:27:00.000-06:00A frozen lake, gorgeous snow. Color me jealous! ...A frozen lake, gorgeous snow. Color me jealous! A little Airborne may get enough vita's in you to ward off that sore throat thing...<BR/><BR/>Cher4 Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13539632829607456119noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-61417852548174482102008-12-17T21:48:00.000-06:002008-12-17T21:48:00.000-06:00As my little darling calls it "Warm Lemonade". Hot...As my little darling calls it "Warm Lemonade". Hot water in a mug, add lemon juice and honey, stir, measure ingredients for preferred taste. It's a blessing and it tastes yummy!<BR/><BR/>As for the blogging, I agree with those who mentioned friendship. To be honest, I got into blogging to develop a network but it's turned into quite a friendship with those I read, etc. <BR/><BR/>As for brevity, ChristaCarol Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02908423468344511136noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-86327521120232927232008-12-17T21:09:00.000-06:002008-12-17T21:09:00.000-06:00Janna,Honesty is what I look for in a blog and is ...Janna,<BR/>Honesty is what I look for in a blog and is what will bring me back. I want to read what the writer has to say about their every day life, their family, their job and especially their passions. <BR/><BR/>I love reading about their hobbies, trying the recipes they share, hearing of the special efforts toward homemaking (particularly in RVs as that is where I live) and of course, Joy and Philhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14907461600009160766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-79782191074101743262008-12-17T17:01:00.000-06:002008-12-17T17:01:00.000-06:00Spy - Thank you! I ran by the store to get some vi...Spy - Thank you! I ran by the store to get some vitamins and such, and I hope to be on the mend.<BR/><BR/>Turkey - I haven't been either, at least, not like I wanted to this month. You'll get back to it! The holidays seem to flub everybody up.<BR/><BR/>Ang - Darnit, I meant to get honey.<BR/><BR/>Joanne - I think brevity helps, in most cases, move the point along.<BR/><BR/>Cel - Well said!<BR/><Janna Leadbetterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06339705935553160673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-62923061737747522732008-12-17T16:46:00.000-06:002008-12-17T16:46:00.000-06:00Have you tried Airborne when you first feel the cr...Have you tried Airborne when you first feel the creeping cruds coming on? And the poinsetta is beautiful. As for blog posts of interest, I'd say being true to your own voice and view, and always giving away a little bit of yourself. (Oh, and on posting, I find if I do it the night before and set it to post the next morning or 3 days from now, sometimes that helps take away the stress.)Angie Ledbetterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16407006980893727627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-21048339308216453702008-12-17T16:09:00.000-06:002008-12-17T16:09:00.000-06:00Ha! No, not a hint to you, but I can think of anot...Ha! No, not a hint to you, but I can think of another blog that goes on and on. I don't have to keeeeep scrollllling dowwwwwn with your blog.<BR/><BR/>Nobody here--I promise.WendyCinNYChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15548500219172368038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-90953209982857001192008-12-17T15:30:00.000-06:002008-12-17T15:30:00.000-06:00Hmmmm...interesting question on what makes a good ...Hmmmm...interesting question on what makes a good post. I don't know off the top of my head. Some blogs I've read are just plain boring, but I love the ones that I visit each day. I think good blogs show the genuine personality and character of the blogger. They draw us into their lives, their stories, and their ultimately cause us to add them to our blogroll.<BR/><BR/>Nice gift from Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-6994980077221544742008-12-17T13:43:00.000-06:002008-12-17T13:43:00.000-06:00I'd have to agree with Joanne, it's like a friends...I'd have to agree with Joanne, it's like a friendship. If the blog is humorous, warm, inviting, and mentally stimulating then people will continue to come back time and again.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-5907358320049804682008-12-17T13:20:00.000-06:002008-12-17T13:20:00.000-06:00With certain blogs, I think there is almost a frie...With certain blogs, I think there is almost a friendship that develops, and returning is like visiting with a friend. (Yes, yours is one of them!) After that, yes, it's voice and thought provoking topics, whether writing or life related. And I'm with Wendy, brevity helps, too!Joannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03972054718663959694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-40450191406427622462008-12-17T12:57:00.000-06:002008-12-17T12:57:00.000-06:00I enjoy a blog with wit but great useful informati...I enjoy a blog with wit but great useful information.<BR/><BR/>My mom always gave me hot tea with honey and lemon in it for a sore throat. Always worked for me.<BR/><BR/>The flower is beautiful. We can't have them in the house because of our Shih-tzu puppy...very poisonous to animals and he chews on EVERYTHING. <BR/><BR/>Hope you feel better soon. Merry Christmas.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-6516978564401007272008-12-17T12:54:00.000-06:002008-12-17T12:54:00.000-06:00Yucky! Sorry about your throat. Mine has been ac...Yucky! Sorry about your throat. Mine has been acting up too. It is usually one of two signs. Either I am getting a cold, or I am reacting to something in the air. Ricola is soothing, but wont cure it.<BR/><BR/>Very nice flowers! It was very sweet of Mr. Writes to bring them home!<BR/><BR/>I am not a big blog reader, especially lately. I do like that yours is about more than just writing. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-45706680312546116422008-12-17T12:34:00.000-06:002008-12-17T12:34:00.000-06:00(Salt is worth its weight in gold.)(Salt is worth its weight in gold.)Spy Scribblerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14299551957327543491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-26528522379699316112008-12-17T12:33:00.000-06:002008-12-17T12:33:00.000-06:00I think, for me, it's honesty and realness. Just r...I think, for me, it's honesty and realness. Just real emotions, real life. Or thought-provoking, or extremely informative, or just a connection with the person.<BR/><BR/>I hope you feel better, Janna!Spy Scribblerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14299551957327543491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-30604313174260934552008-12-17T12:04:00.000-06:002008-12-17T12:04:00.000-06:00Melanie - Do I hafta? I'm so not a juice drinker. ...Melanie - Do I hafta? I'm so not a juice drinker. Alright, alright. I guess. :)<BR/><BR/>Jen - Got it! Puttin' honey on my list.<BR/><BR/>Kelly - Hmm. Gargle vinegar? I could actually handle that, I think.Janna Leadbetterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06339705935553160673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-77895888455310631672008-12-17T11:11:00.000-06:002008-12-17T11:11:00.000-06:00Never tried this, but the word of wisdom speaker a...Never tried this, but the word of wisdom speaker at our women's group said vinegar. Sounds gross, but...<BR/><BR/>Ditto what many others said blogs being of interest, posted often, etc. I also love when there is humor. Doesn't have to be overwhelming, but little tid bits here and there :).Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03488085866386084469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-53847014276025653652008-12-17T10:46:00.000-06:002008-12-17T10:46:00.000-06:00I'm afraid I'm no good with home remedies with sor...I'm afraid I'm no good with home remedies with sore throats. Though I will recommend some honey-laced tea. I don't know if it actually helps, but I always feel soothed by a cup or three of that. :)<BR/><BR/>As far as blogs go? Well, good topics (and that varies wildly), well written, coherent posts, and yes, an interesting voice. I also dig thought-provoking posts.Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11705320883615938075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-32499313040139093852008-12-17T10:36:00.000-06:002008-12-17T10:36:00.000-06:00Let's see, I like a captivating voice. I don't vis...Let's see, I like a captivating voice. I don't visit blogs that bore me, no matter what the topic. I like consistent posting. It doesn't have to be every day, but frequent is good or I forget to go back. I'm not opposed to longer posts, but break it into smaller paragraphs. You do that, as do MOST posters, but some just go on and on and I tend to skip it.<BR/><BR/>Finally, Vitamin C. Drink some Melanie Hooyengahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08781235493983907234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-44505649613061352532008-12-17T10:25:00.000-06:002008-12-17T10:25:00.000-06:00Wendy - Maybe that was a hint? ;)Wendy - Maybe that was a hint? ;)Janna Leadbetterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06339705935553160673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-70537125551301369112008-12-17T10:24:00.000-06:002008-12-17T10:24:00.000-06:00I'll agree about voice. I also prefer brevity to l...I'll agree about voice. I also prefer brevity to long and rambling posts.WendyCinNYChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15548500219172368038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-62432823363738580802008-12-17T10:10:00.000-06:002008-12-17T10:10:00.000-06:00Travis - That's a big draw for me, too."blog" or A...Travis - That's a big draw for me, too.<BR/><BR/>"blog" or Aaron - Thanks!<BR/><BR/>Janet - *smacks head* I never think about Vitamin C. I'll be sure to get some OJ today!<BR/><BR/>Melissa - Yeah, I think the sceduling can be crucial, too. And thanks!Janna Leadbetterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06339705935553160673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-56575167403964403452008-12-17T10:07:00.000-06:002008-12-17T10:07:00.000-06:00One thing that gets me to return is that the perso...One thing that gets me to return is that the person posts on a consistent basis. If someone posts once a week or even once every two weeks, I really don't tend to stick around. And I agree with Travis - voice is a big draw for me.<BR/><BR/>Hope your throat feels better soon! And how nice of your hubby to get you the poinsettia! They are just gorgeous flowers.Melissa Amateishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16086267508858187716noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-31353853297291022692008-12-17T10:05:00.000-06:002008-12-17T10:05:00.000-06:00Vitamin C. You're forgetting the Vitamin C.Vitamin C. You're forgetting the Vitamin C.Janethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04600030574995481267noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1178848256551614320.post-70433629029575579702008-12-17T09:57:00.001-06:002008-12-17T09:57:00.001-06:00I hope your throat feels better Janna! As for goo...I hope your throat feels better Janna! As for good blog posts, it has to relate to the reader (common interest) and I think 'hit home' for everyone. I think everyone can relate to your last entry about the snow. Things like that keep people coming back (I think). :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com