A little comment goes a long way
Just recently I read this entry on leaving comments by Beth at I Should Be Folding Laundry. Beth talks about the importance of leaving comments, even if what you have to “say” is very little of what you think may be important.
It’s important to us “bloggers”. It let’s us know there is someone out there reading, listening. It’s important. No one can deny that they love checking their in box and finding that there are comments.
There are roughly 100 people who visit this a day. But I get about 7 comments a day. So, if you’ve never commented, don’t be scared! Just do it. Even if it’s with a “hey, I’m reading”. I love getting to know who reads this. I love reading others’ blogs as well.
So comment away guys. I wanna know who you are, what you are about and what I can learn from you!
*And just to give you some incentive. I’m going to have random.org select a winner from this post. The winner will receive a $10.00 gift card to StarBucks. Because starbucks= the closest thing to heaven you can get out of a drive-thru window.
May 8th, 2008 at 11:01 am
(::waving my hand to say “hello!”::)
May 8th, 2008 at 11:22 am
Hey Girl! I love reading your blog. You know you are the one that encouraged me to start one.
May 8th, 2008 at 11:59 am
I’ve enjoyed reading your blog ever since I followed a link to it! Keep up the great work!
May 8th, 2008 at 12:00 pm
I am horrible about this. I read so many and don’t leave comments. I am sorry but on a funner note, I am reading your blog!
May 8th, 2008 at 12:18 pm
Ok, here goes… a few replies for the past few days. Jilly, I love you, but you might be a little crazy. Some days I wish for an epidural and I’m not even pregnant(: What I was doing counting your rose bush was trying to grab an educational moment for Miss Sadie, but when I got to the place she couldn’t count anymore, I had to know how many were there so I had to keep going. I’m thankful there is no river of pee in my house (and that it is mostly over in yours) and am convinced that if I want it to stay away I will never mop again. Thanks for that household tip(:
I wish you would direct some of your photo goal toward my house as everyday I think I am missing precious moments. Today I painted chubby little fingers and toes a spectacular metallic blue color (my three year old’s, not mine, for you strangers out there) and now I am wondering why didn’t I just point and shoot? Your skills are really improving– you ahve taken some beautiful shots.
Ok, a long comment. don’t enter me in the Starbucks thing. I’m not a coffee drinker and would hate to be a “joy sucker” from someone else who might need that card to get through her day. Love you! The Neighbor
May 8th, 2008 at 12:24 pm
I’m still here
May 8th, 2008 at 12:51 pm
I just stumbled across your blog and HAD to leave a comment
Thanks for reminding everyone out there how important these comments are to all of us. I am a coffee junkie so pick me, pick me!!
May 8th, 2008 at 1:06 pm
Oh it’s so true!!! I do try to leave comments most of the time, but you’ve inspired me to do better
May 8th, 2008 at 1:55 pm
Wonderfully put. TY!!
May 8th, 2008 at 2:21 pm
I read you every day :o)
May 8th, 2008 at 2:29 pm
I’m here
May 8th, 2008 at 5:23 pm
I read that post it was wonderful. It really showed me why i do comment back to all my commenter’s. Every time I read here I comment I love your stuff:)
May 8th, 2008 at 6:10 pm
Read and enjoy ya every single day.
And I totally agree with Beth’s post - it was so refreshing to read.
May 8th, 2008 at 6:47 pm
You know me, I’m horrible at leaving comments, let alone have time to read everyone’s blog. But I do visit here often! Same goes for you, missy
I like comments too!
May 8th, 2008 at 6:54 pm
Okay, so who can I get in touch with at random.com. I WANT THAT GIFT CARD!!!! Love your blog!!! P.S. I like comments too, stop on by!! ;0)
May 9th, 2008 at 3:38 am
dropping by to say hello
May 9th, 2008 at 9:18 am
Hi! I’m new here :o) I enjoyed your blog so much and having my own blog (several over the years)I agree with you about leaving a comment. I look forward to reading them (WHEN) they are left.
I’ll be adding you to my blog reads :o)
Hope you have a wonderful weekend and a very happy mother’s day!
May 9th, 2008 at 11:39 am
Hello! This is my first time visiting, great blog!!!
I comment on most everything I read…because I love getting comments
Plus, I sorta feel rude if I read and don’t at least say SOMETHING! (It’s a small town thingy I guess 
I’ll be back!
May 9th, 2008 at 11:50 am
Oh my, i was drawn to your Live, Laugh, Love title because I host a “Live, Laugh, Love” Club with Once Upon a Family. Your header is so beautiful..what precious blessings you have.
blessings on the journey,
Jen
Once Upon a Family
http://www.familylifememories.com
May 9th, 2008 at 8:25 pm
You know I read girl. You’re one of my faithful blogging friends here in blog world. I check on you almost every day and usually leave a comment. I feel the same way. Lately, I haven’t been getting many comments either and then, I start to think … is everyone just bored with me? I haven’t really had much to blog about lately. But, I know it feels good when someone just says “hey.” It doesn’t even have to be anything important or inspirational, just “I’m still here reading.”
May 9th, 2008 at 8:57 pm
I’ve been reading, enjoying, and commenting away on your blog and hope to continue to do so in the future! If you ever have a moment, pop on over to mine as well!
May 9th, 2008 at 10:49 pm
Thanks for this post (& link)! I feel like I have become a lazy blogger friend here lately only reading through my bloglines not taking the time to visit or comment! Michelle
May 10th, 2008 at 11:49 am
Just sayin’ hi! Beth blogged about your site today, so I figured I would check you out!
May 10th, 2008 at 1:27 pm
Hi!
I came over from Beth’s blog to check yours out. I have an affinity for blogs with three word names (mine is Books. Lists. Life.) so I think I might enjoy myself here!
Lisa
May 10th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
Happened over here by way of Beth’s blog. Nice place you have here! I must make a note to come back again.
Comments are important, I agree. And if ya have the time, stop on over to my little blog for a visit!
May 10th, 2008 at 3:53 pm
I just started reading at Beth’s site and now I’m hooked here too. This link thing gets me every time - always someone new to ‘meet.’ I really liked these posts. Made me feel not so crazy when I’m feeling sad about visits, but no comments!
May 10th, 2008 at 6:35 pm
I’m coming over from Beth’s blog. I totally agree with you about the comments. They are so much fun and really validate what you wrote. Sometimes I wouldn’t even mind if I got a negative comment instead of none. How sad is that??!! Looking forward to reading more of your blog.
May 10th, 2008 at 8:37 pm
How could I NOT read a blog with those 2 darling faces at the top? I mean really??
Beth’s post was great - I linked to it also. She speaks only the truth.
And Starbucks - yeah girl! Thanks for the chance!
Happy Mother’s Day!
May 10th, 2008 at 8:58 pm
I am coming over from Beth’s blog also. I get into the habit of not commenting…sometimes it seems like it takes so much time, but it really doesn’t.
May 11th, 2008 at 4:16 pm
Hi, name’s Marlen and I arrived via Beth’s bloig at I Should Be Folding Laundry. I am a SAHM and PChef consultant. I have five kiddos, sing in my church’s Praise and Worship band and love to scrapbook. One thing I have learned is….there is always time to nap =) Happy Mother’s Day!
May 12th, 2008 at 8:38 am
hi there! got here through beth at I should be folding laundry and I must admit, free starbucks was the incentive. But I am making a conscienous effort to leave messages since I read beth’s post. I hope this brightens your day =) and I promise to read on and post. Happy day!
May 14th, 2008 at 5:09 am
I absolutely agree. Comments are the food for a bloggers blogging soul. Blog on!
Sandra
May 16th, 2008 at 6:01 am
Just leaving a note to say hi! I visit your site often and I really enjoy it. I’m glad it’s not just me that longs for comments to know someone is reading. I think I’ll put a simailar post on my own blog and I’ll be sure to leave more comments where I visit, thanks.