tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post2830550281758974609..comments2024-02-14T05:37:33.380-05:00Comments on The Bumbles Blog: ON BLOGGING ~ Analyze This...The Bumbleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08334162339045336577noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-49197277551576261222009-11-22T12:12:40.742-05:002009-11-22T12:12:40.742-05:00I realize I am again late to the meeting (not so d...I realize I am again late to the meeting (not so different than the other life I have) and I love that you hooked up these two bloggers - both of who have great blogs. I wouldn't mind someone giving me feedback on my blog, but I'm not sure I'd like a formal-ish one. I don't want to be told about the things that I know are wrong. It would only make me feel more guilty about being too lazy/busy to get them done. And I don't want to hear about any new things until I get the known problems fixed/tweaked.<br />But, I do have a problem with asking for help, so this is no big surprise :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-10359415763620177672009-11-22T10:19:38.182-05:002009-11-22T10:19:38.182-05:00I really like the new banner, and appreciate the l...I really like the new banner, and appreciate the link to the logo maker. I don't have any reason to use it right now and don't have the time to play with it, but it's safely tucked away in my toolbox, just waiting!<br /><br />I've been doing some tweaking with my own site, cleaning up the sidebar, changing the graphics just a bit and generally trying to simplify it.<br /><br />One tip I can offer - which everyone else probably knows - is to check your links on a regular basis. I was amazed to find a half-dozen dead links in my blogroll and recommended links. Not such a good thing for folks to find when browsing!shoreacreshttp://shoreacres.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-2958295920489163512009-11-21T21:15:57.417-05:002009-11-21T21:15:57.417-05:00I am so glad I decided to visit your blog tonight....I am so glad I decided to visit your blog tonight. I have often felt much as some of the other commenters; wondering what keeps followers loyal, what I could do to improve my blog. I would love to participate in a critique.Kristenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14679600158510598106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-54978661609906632512009-11-21T07:21:03.262-05:002009-11-21T07:21:03.262-05:00it'd be an interesting experiment! I could im...it'd be an interesting experiment! I could imagine what someone would say about mine...well, she takes lots of pictures but she doesn't really say anything. Hey...that's kinda like my life, too!Janethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09504992439212714138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-60043614527445819812009-11-21T07:02:48.957-05:002009-11-21T07:02:48.957-05:00Very interesting questions you've put up here,...Very interesting questions you've put up here, Molly. I've always wondered what people truly think of my blog. And whether my loyal readers stay loyal because they don't want to hurt my feelings, or if they really enjoy what I have to say? I'm pretty sure I could benefit from a little objective critiqueing.<br /><br />Almost everything I've learned about blogging has been through trial and error...leaning heavily on the error side. :)Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14201860227400017841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-84549028172698144192009-11-21T06:18:36.431-05:002009-11-21T06:18:36.431-05:00My problem is with the technical aspect of setting...My problem is with the technical aspect of setting up your blog. I just don't "get it" when it comes to making things. The header on my blog was made for me AFTER my attempts at doing it myself failed miserably. It was made by another blogger who told me how to do it, and then did it for me when I couldn't. I don't know how to make "buttons" and "award buttons", and anything else that people make. I keep my blog simple because it's all I know how to do. So for someone to review my blog and make suggestions would be fine, but how in the world am I going to make the changes?Mattyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13979949404266325705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-13494579867359832342009-11-20T19:27:30.261-05:002009-11-20T19:27:30.261-05:00I would not mind reviewing or being reviewed, but ...I would not mind reviewing or being reviewed, but I would only do it 100% anonymous, through a third party. No one is going to tell you that your blog sucks, except maybe the crap blog detective! LOL!Mikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03158978490041796686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-60054433786729813362009-11-20T16:44:51.768-05:002009-11-20T16:44:51.768-05:00Sadako = Google Analytics can be addictive. There...Sadako = Google Analytics can be addictive. There are so many variables and filters you can use - it really is a great tool for numbers. But I look at figures all day long at work so I get a brain freeze if I delve too deeply in Google Analytics at home.The Bumbleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08334162339045336577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-4999846432476405572009-11-20T16:21:34.660-05:002009-11-20T16:21:34.660-05:00Oh I love those kinds of stats/break downs. I have...Oh I love those kinds of stats/break downs. I have one very general one--it's awesome. I'm so obsessed with this kind of thing...Sadakohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01164802394129505587noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-89578461658497288312009-11-20T15:17:02.350-05:002009-11-20T15:17:02.350-05:00Caite = Orrr...you might get a big pat on the back...Caite = Orrr...you might get a big pat on the back to make your blogging pride blossom.The Bumbleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08334162339045336577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-25182856917657710922009-11-20T15:16:16.627-05:002009-11-20T15:16:16.627-05:00Patty = I see, I didn't join the paid ProBlogg...Patty = I see, I didn't join the paid ProBlogger forum. If I had a business blog I would consider it but for a personal blog I couldn't justify the expense. Patty, I'm sure we can match you up for a review. Your site is a wonder of design to me.The Bumbleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08334162339045336577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-43148119088295412312009-11-20T14:47:34.374-05:002009-11-20T14:47:34.374-05:00I am not sure I am strong enough to know what peop...I am not sure I am strong enough to know what people really think.It might have me close up the place altogether.<br /><br />I am very sensitive. ;-)caitehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05824538078958999767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-56286653456508238212009-11-20T14:01:24.664-05:002009-11-20T14:01:24.664-05:00Desert Greetings Molly,
First I like to logo you c...Desert Greetings Molly,<br />First I like to logo you created. Secondly, I believe it is a good exercise to have your blog reviewed. A fresh pair of eyes can see things you may overlook.<br />And to answer your question about getting your blog reviewed on Problogger - there is a sign up in the paid community he launched last month. <br />Wishing you and Andy a blessed Thanksgiving!<br />Patty<br /><br />PS - I would be happy to exchange blog addresses with others to do a critique.Patty Reiserhttp://pkphotography.usnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-83167029866250606212009-11-20T11:32:15.357-05:002009-11-20T11:32:15.357-05:00Kaye = I'm glad you had a positive experience ...Kaye = I'm glad you had a positive experience - and thanks for sharing - like all good bloggers do!The Bumbleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08334162339045336577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-55473303165317360772009-11-20T11:08:45.524-05:002009-11-20T11:08:45.524-05:00thanks for including me in your post today--It was...thanks for including me in your post today--It was a very helpful exercise and I've already started clean up on my page! have a nice thanksgiving.kayerjhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08479123027080062607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-81771065351878302972009-11-20T11:07:30.641-05:002009-11-20T11:07:30.641-05:00Sandy, Rhapsody = I wouldn't worry too much ab...Sandy, Rhapsody = I wouldn't worry too much about not knowing how to physically make a change. There's more to a review than layout. There's also insight into the voice of your site and creative viewpoints. The two of you could partner up to do a cross review, even if you are familiar with each other's blogs already. A blind view tends to work best, but the questions will force focus on even familiar places. I'm happy to e-mail you both the questions if you want to pair up or if you have someone you know that you'd like to review for you. Or maybe someone else here will stop by and volunteer to do your review!The Bumbleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08334162339045336577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-8878000926932775892009-11-20T09:46:51.783-05:002009-11-20T09:46:51.783-05:00I wouldn't mind at all having my blog reviewed...I wouldn't mind at all having my blog reviewed, although being still me, I don't know if I could change the content much. And I could only change the look of the blog with some technological assistance (which I would dearly love to have!) So if anyone wants to come over to my blog and critique it, feel free; I won't be offended! (at worst, I'll increase my intake of chocolate)rhapsodyinbookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07041412748239010264noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4972951595926878159.post-85644001099256318912009-11-20T05:15:57.884-05:002009-11-20T05:15:57.884-05:00I'll admit, I'm lazy as well, and probably...I'll admit, I'm lazy as well, and probably even more than lazy, I'm technically challenged. I would love to have tabs, but I'm scared to death to mess everything up. When I made a change to widen my columns, my blog was screwed up for months. Anyway, I think you have become the most industrious little Bumble, and am proud of both of my friends ds and Kaye for taking part in this exercise. I would love to have someone give me their honest two cents on my blog. I'm not the least bit sensitive and always want to improve!Sandy Nawrothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00564390728106776030noreply@blogger.com