tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post1236250062747178545..comments2024-01-25T03:35:49.637-06:00Comments on Gabrielle Meyer: My Home in the BlogosphereGabrielle Meyerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-43135365760846473092012-08-31T17:55:50.208-05:002012-08-31T17:55:50.208-05:00I'm so happy you came to visit my blog home, L...I'm so happy you came to visit my blog home, Livia! I'm enjoying getting to know you!Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-81751293631651355262012-08-29T13:42:39.367-05:002012-08-29T13:42:39.367-05:00I read this post a while ago and this is a great p...I read this post a while ago and this is a great post. I completely agree that you must come to people on their blogs, people won't come to you in the Blogosphere. If you come to their blog and comment, they may visit your blog, comment and follow. <br /><br />You have to make an effort to gain an audience in the Blogosphereand yes, you have to stop by your neighbors and say "Hi". I've realized that I have pretty good neighbors in the Blogosphere :)Livia Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00059335917756643684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-90700527916615411812012-08-03T19:23:17.958-05:002012-08-03T19:23:17.958-05:00Hello, Carla! I don't know how I missed your c...Hello, Carla! I don't know how I missed your comment here. Thank you for stopping to chat. I agree, the best advice is to seek out other bloggers - that's how I developed some of my best writing friendships. The hard part is to keep up with everyone I'm meeting, which is a good problem to have! :)Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-76641543666256255432012-07-30T09:36:54.742-05:002012-07-30T09:36:54.742-05:00You have a wonderful blog, Gabrielle. One of the b...You have a wonderful blog, Gabrielle. One of the best things I ever did to make connections and to feed my writer's muse was to blog. I've been doing it now for many years. It also helped boost my confidence as a writer. These were some of the stepping stones on my road to publication. And I've met some amazing people on the way. Now I blog at writingtodistraction.blogspot.com, although I've been a bit lax this year since I have an injured wrist. Best blogging advice is to reciprocate. Visit the blogs of those who visit you. And seek out new relationships from other blogs, too. Networking at its best!Carla Gadehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01793809172905144101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-78492916810175875602012-07-26T22:21:48.278-05:002012-07-26T22:21:48.278-05:00Thanks so much, Gabrielle! I'm glad you found...Thanks so much, Gabrielle! I'm glad you found my blog, too. : )Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06111576612128164411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-33600919014224731322012-07-26T14:54:41.651-05:002012-07-26T14:54:41.651-05:00Cat, welcome and hello from Minnesota! Five year o...Cat, welcome and hello from Minnesota! Five year old twins...I can only imagine! We're getting through the terrific twos around here, it is much different when you have 2 two year olds in the house!<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by!Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-26980910740922496922012-07-26T05:39:06.167-05:002012-07-26T05:39:06.167-05:00Hi - great to "meet" you - saw you in Ch...Hi - great to "meet" you - saw you in Cheryl's comments today. I have boy tiwns of almost 5 and a 7 year old girl. Greetings from South Africacathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15788508986252339771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-10612689568796096812012-07-25T13:29:50.691-05:002012-07-25T13:29:50.691-05:00Loree - having mentors and teachers, for anything,...Loree - having mentors and teachers, for anything, is the best way to go! I still have questions about my blog (like why won't it let me reply to comments?!?!?), but knowing I can go to someone for the answers is so refreshing. Thanks for stopping by and having coffee with me! :)<br /><br />Donna - you are such an inspiration and encouragement to me! I love your blog posts and I love your comments, you always make me feel so special. I can't wait to meet you, too. The only downfall to blogging is the lack of looking at one another face to face.<br /><br />Jennette - I didn't realize your blog was so young! It looks lovely and your posts are always so well done. I love your heart for writing. Your words have always been so full of wisdom and insight. Your comment about my charisma makes me smile - that was one of the first things Dave said he liked about me - and at the age of seventeen I had to look up the word to see what he meant! Thank you - I'm so happy we reconnected, too.<br /><br />Ava - I have wondered how it's been for you to reconnect with the Blogosphere after you took a break. When Sherrinda shared your blog on her Facebook page I was happy to stop by and say hi, and I'm so happy I did! I love your posts. Those two years you took off to learn the craft of writing have paid off - you have a great voice and an engaging style. Great things are in store for you - I just know it!<br /><br />Jennifer Major!! I didn't know I was one of the first neighbors you called upon - I feel honored. :) I remember the first time you stopped by you made me smile, and you've been making me smile - and laugh out loud - ever since! I'm so happy you moved into the neighborhood.Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-58846308245266412632012-07-25T12:58:00.241-05:002012-07-25T12:58:00.241-05:00I love the new look! You were one of my first find...I love the new look! You were one of my first finds in the Blogosphere. And Katie Ganshert, then Heather Day Gilbert, then Lindsay Harrel, then Jessica patch, then Jim, Andrew and on and on. I consider many of these people my friends. Oops, gotta run, it's breakfast time in Phoenix...where Lindsay and I will meet tomorrow!!!<br />Happy 6 months Gabrielle!!!!!Jennifer Majorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12696261499182486196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-37359205790606592732012-07-25T12:43:15.094-05:002012-07-25T12:43:15.094-05:00Gabrielle,
Congrats on a successful 6 months. You ...Gabrielle,<br />Congrats on a successful 6 months. You have such a joyful, contagious spirit no wonder you're a hit in the neighborhood.<br />My only bit of advice come from experience--Don't stop blogging, as I did for nearly two years. It is incredibly hard to build the neighborhood back up when you return. <br />Love the new look to your site!Ava Walker Jenkinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12968305681481056689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-1526086852539873242012-07-25T12:03:47.456-05:002012-07-25T12:03:47.456-05:00I love your analogy of blogging. I started bloggin...I love your analogy of blogging. I started blogging this year to connect with other writers and to be able to discuss writing stuff since I couldn't go to local writer's guild. I feel very new to all this, but it has been a great learning experience. One place that I've learned a lot is from Kristen Lamb at http://warriorwriters.wordpress.com/ She has a few books on writer's blogging that I would like to get eventually :) I love how you blog...I think you and your charisma shines through. So glad we reconnected!Jennettehttp://www.jlmbewe.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-35123433764645602352012-07-25T11:26:07.994-05:002012-07-25T11:26:07.994-05:00Your new looks is LOVELY! I'm so glad you join...Your new looks is LOVELY! I'm so glad you joined the blogging world, Gabrielle. Your posts are thoughtful, relevant, and God-centered. And you lend rich insight when you comment on other blogs (thank you!). I can't wait to meet you in person one day. Blessings!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15615035905042738222noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-51228859935291214312012-07-25T11:03:12.884-05:002012-07-25T11:03:12.884-05:00When I started blogging, I had a lot of encouragem...When I started blogging, I had a lot of encouragement from a fellow blogger/author named Jill. She helped me when I had questions, yeah, even the silly ones. I was such a novice.<br /><br />I can relate to this post. I moved into the blogosphere and slowly started having coffee with the neighbors. It's been great! And I've made some awesome friends. <br /><br />Wonderful post, Gabrielle!Loree Huebnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09845600356878587780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-18294293473308864922012-07-25T10:55:37.188-05:002012-07-25T10:55:37.188-05:00Teri, I'm so happy I saw your guest post on Ka...Teri, I'm so happy I saw your guest post on Katie Ganshert's blog a few months ago. You've been a huge blessing as I settle into my new "home" and I'm honored to have you as a neighbor and a friend. <br /><br />Jessica - I wish I would have known about the Blogosphere a couple years ago! These past six months have been incredible. I love your advice - I try to keep my posts short (because I know how much time I invest in blogging, I don't want to waste other people's time) and I try to be consistent. <br /><br />Lindsay - I remember the first time I found your blog home! I was so happy to find another "newbie" in the neighborhood. :) Your blogs bless me so much and I love your heart, too. Thank you for being a faithful friend and follower on my blog - I love visiting with you on Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays! :)Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-66290480418256925982012-07-25T10:31:51.943-05:002012-07-25T10:31:51.943-05:00Love your new look! :)
And I used much the same ...Love your new look! :) <br /><br />And I used much the same approach as you. Started reading agents' blogs and from there began following people who commented on those. Found Katie Ganshert's blog that way and just found person after person that way. When they started coming to my blog and commenting, I was blown away. <br /><br />I went to learn from them and extend friendship, not necessarily to get them to read my blog. But those friendships just sort of blossomed.<br /><br />I'm so glad you came to my blog and left a comment so that we met!! You're so awesome, Gabe. I love your heart.Lindsay Harrelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09379628592162011068noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-38869968623833622652012-07-25T10:29:57.132-05:002012-07-25T10:29:57.132-05:00What a great analogy! I think when I started blogg...What a great analogy! I think when I started blogging it might've been kind of new in writer's circles...not sure, but many of my longtime blogging friends started when I did or before me. <br />Great advice from your blogging friend. :-) I think the advice I heard was to keep the posts short, easy to read, and on a schedule, but that was before the dashboard of followers came out (or maybe before I learned to use it, lol)Jessica Nelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12365768876905444157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-43524090632912784092012-07-25T10:20:47.067-05:002012-07-25T10:20:47.067-05:00Love this post, probably because I can relate. At ...Love this post, probably because I can relate. At times the blogosphere is still intimidating to me, but little by little I'm connecting and making friends. I've realized I have to take it in small chunks and steps, otherwise I'll become overwhelmed. There's no way to connect with everyone, but with time and diligence I have discovered a group of neighbors (as you called them) I enjoy hanging out with.Terihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09779515233988884509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-50569425432799262992012-07-25T10:14:36.852-05:002012-07-25T10:14:36.852-05:00Jennifer, your blog was born of a different kind o...Jennifer, your blog was born of a different kind of need in your life - one that you didn't invite, but you've used to bless others. I'm so thankful for this modern technology and for all the friends and neighbors we're able to meet out in cyberland - I agree that they are all gifts to cherish. Thanks for stopping by!!Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-34668842750953225442012-07-25T10:12:20.012-05:002012-07-25T10:12:20.012-05:00Beth, it's good to see you here! I've had ...Beth, it's good to see you here! I've had so much fun settling into the "neighborhood" these past few months and getting to know all of you. Your blog and your visits brighten my day, as well! <br /><br />Last night I spent some time with Alli, Daniel & Seth. I had to put down the book and go to sleep right after the avalanche...ahh!!! I can't wait to get back to them and see how Alli is doing! :)Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-78167720981805177262012-07-25T10:10:20.451-05:002012-07-25T10:10:20.451-05:00Your words rang true with me today. I know what yo...Your words rang true with me today. I know what you mean. My blog is different from yours. It's a bunch of us cancer moms who know that life. But your post is true for any blogging situation. People in that type of blog aren't just going to stop what they are doing and come to "visit" you, until you get yourself out there and let others know you exist. And WHAT A GIFT, when others respond and share with you too! My "blog" has been going on for almost 4 years now, and I can't tell you how many new friends I have made over the years~ such wonderfully treasured new friends!! It is good to have these people in my life, as we share a common bond that not a lot of other people around me understand. <br /><br />Happy blogging Gabe~ I enjoy getting to read each one! <br /><br />Blessings to you and yours~<br /><br />Jennifer BaileyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-29900666309697759982012-07-25T10:08:50.457-05:002012-07-25T10:08:50.457-05:00Julie, thank you! I love this new look, although I...Julie, thank you! I love this new look, although I'm having trouble replying to each person's comments...I don't know why. Thanks for stopping by, I'm so happy to have you as a blogging neighbor!Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-30875137193987999842012-07-25T10:07:21.121-05:002012-07-25T10:07:21.121-05:00Wendy, you've always had your doors open to me...Wendy, you've always had your doors open to me and I'm so thankful we've connected. I love your thoughts and your posts (here and at your site) - they always leave me thinking more deeply and boardly.Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-69875610228573203742012-07-25T10:05:41.214-05:002012-07-25T10:05:41.214-05:00Thanks, Melissa! You've always been one of my ...Thanks, Melissa! You've always been one of my faithful followers. I love connecting with you here and at your blog. It's been fun watching your journey unfold these past few months!!Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-58401885771044996222012-07-25T10:00:52.786-05:002012-07-25T10:00:52.786-05:00Sherrinda! You always warm my heart. You're th...Sherrinda! You always warm my heart. You're the best kind of neighbor. :) Thanks!Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-534168611594105953.post-16262246319838642752012-07-25T10:00:01.276-05:002012-07-25T10:00:01.276-05:00Michelle, I'm so happy I found your blog! It&#...Michelle, I'm so happy I found your blog! It's just the right combination of so many great things: music, food and inspirational words! Thanks for following my blog - I look forward to connecting, too.Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.com