I was emailed recently by a newby blogger who was looking for some tips on blogging. First I told her that I have no idea what I’m doing every day- I’m just winging it and figuring it out as I go along…but I told her why I started blogging and how I go about my day to day but I reminded her that I have little to no computer skills, I don’t really use social media and I don’t edit…
All in all it was a nice conversation!
I am grateful that people actually think that I know what I am doing each day…because really, I don’t have a clue what is going to come out once I open my laptop…
This blogger also mentioned that some writers are very reluctant to share, to give advice etc….
I’m grateful that she considers what I do “writing” because some days I’m not quite sure what I’m doing….
I’m also grateful that I have been lucky enough to have met a lot of really nice writers along my journey, willing to give advice and help out and all that sort of stuff. 99% of my blogging journey has been wonderful- we’ll just skip over that other 1% for now…
Mindfulness
One word: POSITIVITY
Focus: Straight back, Soft belly
“Why Not?” is a slogan for an interesting life.” Mason Cooley
Waking up on the Wrong Side of 50 
If we can’t help someone who is new to the blogiverse, what in the world are we doing here? It makes me sad that she has experienced pushback from someone in this community. I’m glad she reached out to you.
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To be fair, I don’t know if she meant bloggers or writers of things other than blogs, but there you go…
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Either way, if you are threatened by some seeking your advice, you have bigger problems than just being a jerk.
I’ll get off my soapbox now
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I think this blogger is grateful she reached out to you and has probably already implemented some of your suggestions and is feeling encouraged.
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It is important to enjoy what you are blogging about!
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Not knowing everything about a subject shouldn’t influence helping someone else. We can learn from each other when we share ideas, but sadly not everyone sees it that way.
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Agreed!
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Your authenticity is always so refreshing, LA. We are all winging it. ❤️
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I think you are selling yourself short, and her reaching out to you proves that. You actually put your ideas for future posts on a calendar so there is always planning going on even if you don’t consciously think about it that way. Yay to you for helping her. I will always appreciate BettyLouise31 who gave me tips and answered my questions when I started blogging. I am glad to say that in her eighties she is still blogging and reviewing books. She remains a role model for me.
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Cheers to all of us for just doing our best!
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Well I think you’re fantastic!
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Very supportive. I feel the same way about my crafting. Most times I’m just winging it and hope that things turn out nice. Happy Saturday to you.
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To you as well!
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I believe most writers are encouraging and willing to offer advice. At least that’s my experience.
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I hope so!!
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I dont know what I am doing either. That’s what makes it wonderful. Yeah you for helping. We sure need more of that in the world.
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well, at least one of us knows what they are doing. I’m still wandering aimlessly for the lack of any adult supervision. it’s more fun that way anywho.
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I suspect you don’t have to KNOW what you are doing because you are a NATURAL
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I think it’s quite an honor that someone acknowledged your success and wants to emulate what you do! I consider it a lovely compliment LA! Hugs, C
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Thank you
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We are so alike in that area of “having no idea what I am doing each day, as far as blogging goes.” LOL!
Glad she reached out to you and that you were able to have a fun chat and hrlp her. I think blogging is all about making it your own, whatever works for you and noy trying to copy someone else’s style.
Great simple slogan! You are right, “Why not!’
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How nice it is to be asked! And very thoughtful of you as well.
When I was first starting out, I contacted a seasoned blogger, but she never answered. I’m glad this blogger received a reply. 🙂
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I love that blogging is such a community!
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I know!!
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The things you’ve listed at the end are also good guides for just generally living life.
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💗figured they’re good starting points for thinking or journaling if one is dry
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You follow a lot of people and respond with specific observations. People love that.
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💗💗thank you!
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