I would like to ask everyone who sees this to please take a few moments and fill out this poll. I know I have a wide variety of interests, and I'm curious as to how everyone else feels about this journal of mine. I'm looking forward to the results with an open mind, so I hope everyone will be brutally honest. Whether you're a regular reader, someone who pops in, or a lurker who's never made a comment or friend request, I would still like to have your input. I know I have several new friends, and as much as I like to think that everyone used my hiatus as an opportunity to peruse my archives (*scoff scoff*), I understand if you don't feel ready to answer everything. Please feel free to share, even if you can't answer every question.
I've been contemplating it, and I seriously doubt that I would create filters for my various interests. That may suck for some of you who only share one particular interest with me, but I hope that you find substance in some of my other posts. If I do notice that everyone seems dead sick of a particular topic, I'm liable to either put those behind cuts or post them privately for my own benefit.
I know some areas that I personally would like to work on, but I'm also curious to see what other people's impressions are. I've been surprised at some some of the things friends have shared with me, and I'm always looking for ways to clarify and improve. I hope you'll all participate, and that I can continue to make this a pleasant and fulfilling experience for everyone.
Thank you so much!
I've been contemplating it, and I seriously doubt that I would create filters for my various interests. That may suck for some of you who only share one particular interest with me, but I hope that you find substance in some of my other posts. If I do notice that everyone seems dead sick of a particular topic, I'm liable to either put those behind cuts or post them privately for my own benefit.
I know some areas that I personally would like to work on, but I'm also curious to see what other people's impressions are. I've been surprised at some some of the things friends have shared with me, and I'm always looking for ways to clarify and improve. I hope you'll all participate, and that I can continue to make this a pleasant and fulfilling experience for everyone.
Thank you so much!
I enjoy reading about the following topics:
Reiki
0(0.0%)
Doula work/Birth stories & information
0(0.0%)
Kids/Parenting
0(0.0%)
Meditation/Shamanic Journeys
0(0.0%)
Spirituality/Personal Reflection
0(0.0%)
Goals/Personal Improvement
0(0.0%)
Mission 101 project
0(0.0%)
FLYing
0(0.0%)
SCA
0(0.0%)
Icons
0(0.0%)
BDSM
0(0.0%)
Your writings, articles, snarks, etc.
0(0.0%)
Your family/pictures
0(0.0%)
Your favorite blogs, communities, e-lists, websites, etc.
0(0.0%)
Misc: memes, quizzes, surveys, etc.
0(0.0%)
Other:
But what originally drew me here was:
Reiki
3(7.5%)
Doula work/Birth stories & information
2(5.0%)
Kids/Parenting
0(0.0%)
Meditation/Shamanic Journeys
0(0.0%)
Spirituality/Personal Reflection
2(5.0%)
Goals/Personal Improvement
0(0.0%)
Mission 101 project
0(0.0%)
FLYing
0(0.0%)
SCA
0(0.0%)
Icons
0(0.0%)
BDSM
5(12.5%)
Your writings, articles, snarks, etc.
4(10.0%)
Your family/pictures
0(0.0%)
Your favorite blogs, communities, e-lists, websites, etc.
0(0.0%)
Misc: memes, quizzes, surveys, etc.
0(0.0%)
Other:
I am least interested in:
Reiki
0(0.0%)
Doula work/Birth stories & information
1(3.1%)
Kids/Parenting
1(3.1%)
Meditation/Shamanic Journeys
1(3.1%)
Spirituality/Personal Reflection
0(0.0%)
Goals/Personal Improvement
0(0.0%)
Mission 101 project
0(0.0%)
FLYing
2(6.2%)
SCA
1(3.1%)
Icons
1(3.1%)
BDSM
3(9.4%)
Your writings, articles, snarks, etc.
0(0.0%)
Your family/pictures
0(0.0%)
Your favorite blogs, communities, e-lists, websites, etc.
0(0.0%)
Misc: memes, quizzes, surveys, etc.
2(6.2%)
Other:
In my opinion, your strength(s) as a blogger is/are:
openness
0(0.0%)
writing style/voice
0(0.0%)
content
0(0.0%)
energy
1(2.7%)
grammar/spelling
0(0.0%)
layout/design/colors
0(0.0%)
profile &/or icons
0(0.0%)
inclusiveness
0(0.0%)
exclusiveness
0(0.0%)
broad range of topics
0(0.0%)
commenting
0(0.0%)
passion
1(2.7%)
distance healing list
0(0.0%)
amount of posting
0(0.0%)
regularity of posting
0(0.0%)
Other:
In my opinion, your weakness(es) as a blogger is/are:
openness
0(0.0%)
writing style/voice
0(0.0%)
content
0(0.0%)
energy
0(0.0%)
grammar/spelling
0(0.0%)
layout/design/colors
1(11.1%)
profile &/or icons
0(0.0%)
inclusiveness
0(0.0%)
exclusiveness
0(0.0%)
broad range of topics
0(0.0%)
commenting
1(11.1%)
passion
0(0.0%)
distance healing list
0(0.0%)
amount of posting
0(0.0%)
regularity of posting
4(44.4%)
Other:
My favorite thing about This Path is:
My least favorite thing about This Path is:
I'd like to see more:
You didn't mention this, but I'd like to share:
- Current Mood:
contemplative
Comments
There's some people I'm not good online pals with where I might only want to know about their kink stuff, or gank their icons, or whatever... Not you.
If you really want me to I'll fill it out, but I'm glad to be on any filter you want to put me on. I may comment less on things that relate less directly to my own interests, but you're my friend and I like knowing about your life, even things that don't relate directly to me.
*big hug*
That's how I generally feel about blogging. I try to read all of the posts, although I may have to cut back some now. I was just sort of curious as to why folks followed along and what resonated with them most. I'm always game for a little reflection & improvement! And if folks wished to see more of a particular thing, well I'd be happy to oblige. :)
And p.s. wow this font on the comment box is TINY. LOL
xoxo
m
As for no idea how I've been...you probably commented before you got there. ;) There is one HUGE post with probably more than anyone cared to know. rotflmao
OMG ya know you're right??? How did I miss that!? *goes to snoop*
Seriously though, I wouldn't try to "play" to your readers as much as you just keep track of your journey and endure our comments. :) I've seen a couple friends who do this sort of themed update every time - Doula - Reiki _ FLYing - in most of their posts. There is no filtering needed except for the *spicy* stuff! lol
Much Love ♥ & Have a great weekend
m
I read about you. I learn about you. I enjoy the peeks you allow me into your life. From your life journey I am priviledged to learn more about you. From your insights I hopefully am able to learn more about myself (or smile, laugh or cry
I really see being allowed into someone's blog as a very special thing. I am not quite comfortable giving suggestions about their blog.
Two types of blogs frustrate me and I deal with them appropriately (the fact you are on my friends list means you aren't in either category). The first are "meme whores" those people who are addicted to memes.. yanno the ones that do like 3-4-5 a day. The others are those people who are into "drama blogs" that it reminicent of your jr high days complete with the "he said, she said" routines, anonymous LJ stalkers, and drama better left to teenagers and soap opera characters.
I hope I'm making some sense here and I apologize for not being more helpful.
I enjoy being able to share in your LJ - so thank YOU :)
You are such an amazing and warm person. I'm so glad we found one another!
BTW, dad and I will be travelling I-81 when we go to florida. Are you anywhere near that? I'll email you with more details as soon as I have them.
As for I-81, it looks like it's a bit aways from me. Of course, if you're willing to come all the way from Canada, now that the 'good' car is fixed, I suppose I can make it to TN to meet you. ;) A quick look at Google Maps shows that the best place, if you want to stay near 81, would be for us to try to meet up where 81 & 26 meet, which looks like it's close to Johnson City (which I *think* is Tennessee). Probably about 2 hours from us, but everything's always pretty far from us. LOL It's an hour just to take Josh to work. Email me and we can work something out. I'm excited already!
Thank you so much! You are too sweet. I'm so glad to see so many awesome responses. I was totally ready for folks to be all blatantly honest with some room for improvement, and was honestly not fishing for compliments. ;) (Not that I mind them, of course...) I am glad to know you're still reading along and enjoying yourself. I'm going to be doing my best to get back on the reading and commenting bandwagon, myself, now that things are settling down.
And you're Beautiful, too! (And I'm glad I can look at yours and know how to say your name, too.)
I had to Ctrl+ just to see it.
That is my only suggestion for improvement:
Perhaps a layout change will cure the small font problem.
I like many aspects of your being, and have always enjoyed your words of wisdom.
Much love, Mark.
And you're such a dear. *Hugs!*