I had several ideas of what I wanted to blog about tonight, but I couldn’t stop thinking about all this great feedback I’ve been getting about my blog. I watch the statistics of my views steadily increase and even jump large amounts some days. I’ve received compliments from people whom I admire as writers, like Corey, and people who have nothing in common with where I’m at in my life, like my brother who is 10 years older. It feels good to get such positive feedback. I feel good about myself. It gives me confidence.
Now, to be honest, I’m probably one of the worst people to give constructive criticism. I have a tendency to take things personally. The difference is I’m asking for it now. Maybe I’ll be able to take it this time, but I make no promises. We’ll see.
Leave me a comment about what you would like to see in this blog. How can I make it better? What sucks now? What bores you to the point of not even finishing reading? What do you think of the length: am I taking up too much of your time or are you thirsting for more? Etc., etc., etc.
Seriously – leave comment.
March 28, 2008 at 6:48 am
I have only been a avid reader for about 2 weeks however I have been a huge fan of you for 22 years. I think this blog is great and I look forward to waking up at random hours in the night and viewing what you wrote.
As for that shot at my age, Damn why don’t you come over spit in my face and kick my dog while you are at it. Just kidding (or J/K as you kids use).
You must learn how to accept constructive criticism to advance in your life. Do not view it as a bad thing. Some of the criticism you recieve might be bad and good; it will be your decision which to accept and discard.
I believe if you are interested in people leaving comments you need to focus on the more crazy stuff. Like FSU vs UF, Gas Prices, God vs Satan. Just a thought.
Keep up the great work.
Love, your brother (that is 10 years older)
March 28, 2008 at 8:22 am
I think you should look back at your prior blogs and see what people respond to the most. It is actually a great exercise to see what people relate to. I believe people tend to want to share their experiences and reply when they think they can give advice. You are at a major crossroad right now that many of your readers have already been through. I, for one, would want to share with you some of the mistakes I have made in hopes that you don’t have to go through them. However, it is the mistakes of life that steer us toward our destiny. So, if you have columns in which you seek advice you may receive more comments but whether or not you choose to follow the suggestions of your readers is up to you.
March 28, 2008 at 9:24 am
I LOVE YOUR BLOG! – but as your mom, I am a little biased. It’s the first thing I click on when I first get up. Like I said to you before, I think you write well, but you always have in my book. You should write about whatever peaks your interest – it’s your blog. Criticism is always hard to take, but that will be something you will have to develop a thick skin for in the journalism business. I just told your brother last night that I am going to cross stitch this on a pillow “Let it go”. Continue the good work.
March 28, 2008 at 10:23 pm
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