Purpose: To share and encourage. Writers can express doubts and concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. It’s a safe haven for insecure writers of all kinds!
Co-hosts for the April 3rd are
Question: How long have you been blogging? (Or on Facebook/Twitter/Instagram?) What do you like about it and how has it changed?
I've been blogging since about 2011, I think, back when it was a thing. I met some fabulous people during its heyday, and it's been sad to see so many people drop out of it.
I get it. It can be a huge time suck if you visit and comment on a huge number of blogs every day. But the connections were lovely.
Blogging is definitely dead. Vlogging is in it seems. I wonder if our blogs will survive another ten years in this time and day.
ReplyDeleteThat's a good question, Dezzy. I wish I had an answer.
DeleteThe connections are still good with those of us still blogging.
ReplyDeleteYes, and they're why I'm still doing it.
DeleteI've been blogging since 2011 too. I agree with Alex that the connections are still good for me with other writers and book review bloggers because I've kept blogging. I don't read as many blogs anymore though.
ReplyDeleteYour blog provides such a great service too.
DeleteIt is a time sucker. I've been debating on where I stand.
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PS: My blog post have moved to https://iamhrsinclair.com/blog
Good luck deciding! And thanks for the heads up.
DeleteHi, Donna! I still enjoy blogging, but certainly not daily. I keep coming back because of all the wonderful friends I've made. Have a happy April!
ReplyDeleteYes. Exactly!
DeleteAgreed that less people blog. I tend to think the ones that do have more staying power. It's a long term investment, not just "click and like" entertainment.
ReplyDeleteThat's a good comparison. You really do get more insight into people through blogs.
DeleteI started about the same time. The connections I made through blogging felt more genuine. I also hate seeing people leave it behind.
ReplyDeleteYeah. Started in 2011 too with the cat. The connections were always the great thing about it back then.
ReplyDeleteI've missed you, Pat!
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