tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post8368754979709223938..comments2023-07-05T10:42:38.326-04:00Comments on Being Happy: What's the pointhappygirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16554653800961247808noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-90147604034565492702011-07-03T10:47:32.119-04:002011-07-03T10:47:32.119-04:00I blog for me. Some days there is little relevant ...I blog for me. Some days there is little relevant to say, while at other times I need input. The blogging community is good. Glad that you are here.Sydlaughsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-46739781297480098932011-06-28T09:44:19.859-04:002011-06-28T09:44:19.859-04:00Oh, Happygirl! You just put into words what so man...Oh, Happygirl! You just put into words what so many of us out here think all. the. time! Thanks for being such a loyal reader and follower over at my place. The important thing is that you are here, thinking, writing, and allowing God to work in your life. It's all process for all of us, and some days are better (less obsessive) than others. Blessings to you.Nancyhttp://outofmyallegedmind.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-78595440307911442892011-06-27T09:00:30.521-04:002011-06-27T09:00:30.521-04:00your chinese take out comment was hilarious...i wo...your chinese take out comment was hilarious...i wont hold your bono hating against you...smiles.brianhttp://www.waystationone.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-62774597465291347792011-06-26T20:21:39.746-04:002011-06-26T20:21:39.746-04:00 Thank you so much for the encouragement and comme... Thank you so much for the encouragement and comment. It's such a joy to have readers.happygirlhttp://beinghappygirl.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-44581484348481905042011-06-26T20:20:52.257-04:002011-06-26T20:20:52.257-04:00 So happy to have you here. Thanks for reading an... So happy to have you here. Thanks for reading and thanks for the encouragement.happygirlhttp://beinghappygirl.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-26679663586277948472011-06-26T17:49:17.835-04:002011-06-26T17:49:17.835-04:00Hi Happy Girl, I'm not sure how I found my way...Hi Happy Girl, I'm not sure how I found my way to your blog but kind of happy I did!<br />I love the name of your blog "Being Happy" as so few truly are happy!<br />One of my nicknames for my daughter is "Happy Girl" so that makes me happy to be here at your blog :)<br />I've been blogging since 2006, and for the most part have thoroughly enjoyed it!<br />I write now just for the pure joy of writing and sharing.<br />Lots that used to come to my blog and leave comments no longer come and that used to make me sad but now it's perfectly okay.<br />Some no longer blog but many just don't visit me any longer, such is the way of the blogging world!<br />I don't really care about how many comments I get but I do care about the people that visit and leave me a kind word or two!<br />Some lovely people in Blogland!<br /><br />Nice to meet you!<br /><br />Margie :)Margie Kaplannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-70656282504245915392011-06-25T22:26:01.905-04:002011-06-25T22:26:01.905-04:00Hi happygirl... This is my first visit to your bl...Hi happygirl... This is my first visit to your blog, found over at Syd's. Wow, can I sure relate to much of what you're reflecting on in this post. I began blogging (as a total "non-writer" over 5 years ago, and much to my shock I am still going (after a few needed breaks lol).<br /><br />I've shared all sorts of stuff, probably too much about my marriage at times, but it has helped me sort things out, and along the way, I hope I've been a comfort to others. I too have discoverd prose and poetry on blogs I read and I have to say I've really gotten into writing.<br /><br />I have also has my battles with the stats, and wanting more folks to come visit and comment. I've found myself occasionally resentful of "more popular" bloggers. (yea, pretty goofy I suppose, but probably quite normal as we all want to be liked)<br /><br />I wish you well on your blogging journey, and hope it continues to be a worthwhile one for you. I'm going to add your blog to my list.ScottFhttp://www.sobernuggets.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-26442841869470979952011-06-25T08:55:21.882-04:002011-06-25T08:55:21.882-04:00 Your advice is invaluable to me. You have one of... Your advice is invaluable to me. You have one of the prettiest blogs. Thanks.happygirlhttp://beinghappygirl.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-27633521238512145772011-06-25T08:54:13.070-04:002011-06-25T08:54:13.070-04:00Flowerpowermomma, We are a kindred spirit. :)Flowerpowermomma, We are a kindred spirit. :)happygirlhttp://beinghappygirl.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-58329024314492031742011-06-25T07:25:34.631-04:002011-06-25T07:25:34.631-04:00I wrote my blog for almost two years without any f...I wrote my blog for almost two years without any followers. At at that time I didn't really go to other blogs either though, except that of my blog mentor. I kind of viewed it as journaling and still do, but it does make me happy to have a few followers and commenters. I like your blog, happygirl, and I am glad you come by so regularly to mine. Lynnnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-36602167284752964732011-06-24T23:30:10.832-04:002011-06-24T23:30:10.832-04:00I think it's good to ask yourself these types ...I think it's good to ask yourself these types of questions. I ask myself with every post if what I'm writing is something I think worth saving for my children. With very little exception--if the answer is "no"--I don't bother. I actually started blogging b/c I saw a coupon code from blog2print, & I thought: I could post everything I've saved in various other places, use blogger as the place at which to store my future thoughts, & push a button every so often to have my words bound up as a book. I was pleased w/ my first book & am getting ready to have blog2print send a 2nd. I will admit that I'm no Emily Dickinson (happy to write in a dark attic), so--even though I'm trying to preserve my thoughts for my children--I am somewhat motivated by the interaction w/ others. I am happy for followers who genuinely care about what I write, even if I don't have the following of others. Blogging is definitely working better for me than scrapbooking & filling out baby books, so...yay! You make me happy, happygirl!Brandeehttp://brandeeshafer.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-25834448561168992912011-06-24T23:29:23.303-04:002011-06-24T23:29:23.303-04:00Thanks for sharing this. I think that most blogger...Thanks for sharing this. I think that most bloggers go through this. I know I have. I had to take a step back and do some rethinking. I wrote a short post about it, but haven't written one in real detail yet. Maybe one day :) This encouraged me to think about it again.Ima Nutcasenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-41795542729051669412011-06-24T22:11:56.051-04:002011-06-24T22:11:56.051-04:00 Thanks MZ. This is something I will CERTAINLY ta... Thanks MZ. This is something I will CERTAINLY take under consideration. I do make my post titles provocative, but not THAT provocative. :)happygirlhttp://beinghappygirl.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-18413788309499551282011-06-24T22:08:52.074-04:002011-06-24T22:08:52.074-04:00You know what finally broke me of obsessing about ...You know what finally broke me of obsessing about stats? Every day, I get a least a few visits (I got a ton when the post was new) from people using "farm porn" as a search term. I used that as a title for a picture of a tractor. Sure, these visits pump up my stats, but these aren't real readers; they are just drive-by perverts! Stats are bogus.Mama Zennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-64090015085554422922011-06-24T22:03:23.055-04:002011-06-24T22:03:23.055-04:00 Yes, I remember your post. I do get way too exci... Yes, I remember your post. I do get way too excited about the attention I get, virtual attention, from blogging. In real life I like to stay in the background until I get to know you. Thanks for the encouragement and the reminder of my purpose in the blogosphere. :)happygirlhttp://beinghappygirl.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-49902155156514186962011-06-24T21:39:07.456-04:002011-06-24T21:39:07.456-04:00Did you read my "I have a confession..."...Did you read my "I have a confession..." post (http://wimberlys.blogspot.com/2011/05/i-have-confession.html)? I believe you did, because I think I remember you left a clever comment. Anyways, I totally relate. <br />For what it's worth, I have appreciated your blog - for your honesty and humor. I am glad your in the blogosphere and I pray the Lord uses it to make you more like His Son. Cheryl @ finding the beautyhttp://www.wimberlys.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-81582152091868394892011-06-24T20:44:15.641-04:002011-06-24T20:44:15.641-04:00Whatever the reason is, I'm glad you are blogg...Whatever the reason is, I'm glad you are blogging! I enjoy your posts. I personally blog just because it think it's fun. I get to take photos, I get to post and I get a few comments here and there.Marizahttp://myownversion.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-35002732246259398962011-06-24T18:57:25.987-04:002011-06-24T18:57:25.987-04:00I've had to stop viewing the stats because I s...I've had to stop viewing the stats because I started obsessing. Craziness. I still get discouraged when a post I share doesn't get a lot of comments. But blogging started as a way to deal with the messiness in my head, and deep down it is still one of the best way for me to process. I've taken the odd hiatus when I couldn't write(like recently), but blogging helps with my mental state. <br /><br />Also, loved this line: <br />They could fire me or kill me, but they can't eat me. I'm pretty sure someone would put a stop to that. Alittlebitogracehttp://www.abundantlifewithkids.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-10243649058449702592011-06-24T18:21:08.008-04:002011-06-24T18:21:08.008-04:00"They could fire me or kill me, but they can&..."They could fire me or kill me, but they can't eat me. I'm pretty sure someone would put a stop to that. "<br />This line is awesome :)Kim Millshttp://twitter.com/reccewifenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-51310546008403986982011-06-24T18:18:47.991-04:002011-06-24T18:18:47.991-04:00I"ve asked myself the same question. After al...I"ve asked myself the same question. After all the wedding is over...and that was the reason for it..to keep friends and family informed. <br /><br />And yes, it is easy to get caught up in the stats..I'm guilty too. <br />I also support you on the no ads. Personally, a blog has to be amazingly terrific for me to mess with reading blogs with ads and all the little geegaws that are often put on. I just want the heart of the writer, not the trappings.<br /><br />I've been entertained, encouraged and appreciate your comments to me. I also admire how you are an encourager to many others. That's been a inspiring to me, too.<br /><br />I blog because...I do. It has been a good outlet. And yes, my kids are reading so I must be careful what I share. There have been times I wish they weren't...just because I needed to vent. : ) But I survived..<br /><br />ack...stop rambling here momma...Flowerpowermommanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-32689450842025056652011-06-24T17:57:59.209-04:002011-06-24T17:57:59.209-04:00don't beat yourself up about checking stats. ...don't beat yourself up about checking stats. blogger makes it so easy to be competitive. i don't know one blogger who hasn't struggled with this in one way or another. i decided to take off my followers button a long time ago and it helped but it still shows up on your dashboard...dang blogger. wish they wouldn't number comments either. it's just human nature to want to do well and to be heard. annoying as that is. <br /><br /> i've never taken on ads either...didn't want to clutter up my blog or lose myself. i figure etsy is my little way of making some extra money from the exposure the blog brings. Becky @ Farmgirl Paintshttp://farmgirlpaints.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-28468604029199722762011-06-24T15:44:29.808-04:002011-06-24T15:44:29.808-04:00scared me there for a second...thought you were go...scared me there for a second...thought you were going to quit blogging! I enjoy reading your blog and reading your points of view! keep it up! :)terrieghttp://www.terriegalle-findingmyway.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4865699211711235354.post-26955831402498076092011-06-24T15:36:35.718-04:002011-06-24T15:36:35.718-04:00smiles. i go through this exercise every once in a...smiles. i go through this exercise every once in a while...at its base, my blog is to collect stories and wisdom for my boys, one day...this has taken on different forms over the 3 years...it used to be mainly short story, now its mainly poetry...<br /><br />i get caught up in the stats every once in a while as well and have to make corrections in my own heart and head...i gave up looking at stats a while back and just focusing on the people that stop in...<br /><br />the new stats tool resurfaced it a bit because it is right in your face...<br /><br />bottom line, blogging is what you make of it...i am glad for the friends that joined me on the journeybrianhttp://www.waystationone.com/noreply@blogger.com