My Thoughts on Blogging

1 – Blog daily and be brief (note to self to read this again)

2 – Tell the truth - Unless of course you write good fiction

3 – Do Not Steal. If you read something interesting or that you admire, don’t try to pass it off as yours, just link to the site and write about what you found interesting. The writer will love you for it

4 – Borrow html tags from other sites when you see something interesting or check out the following site for a good list of codes and tags html codes. Also see rule # 3 above

5 – If you need help, ask a blogger. Most people are more than willing to offer tips and advice

6 – Avoid profanity. It makes you look dull and uninteresting

7 – Let your mom read your blog. If she does not have a computer, then call her and read it to her. This really solves the problem of not calling your mother and she will delight in the knowledge that you can read and write. Also see rule # 6

8 – If you see something that makes you laugh or smile, blog it. There is too little joy in the world and sharing a smile will help someone. If what you see is an interesting blog, then leave a comment. Every blogger loves a compliment. Better still, leave a link to their site and become a Lovecat

9 – If you want traffic, do two things. First, write something interesting. Second, read other blogs and leave good comments. Traffic generators are generally a waste of your time.

10 – Never have the last word – That’s what comments are for. Now you can add to the list