I have been debating since spring whether to make this blog private. Seeing as though, I have many visitors each day, rarely giving comments...I guess part of me feels vulnerable, writing my thoughts with no idea who is reading them. Lately, I have noticed many people stopping by and I have no idea who you are.
So the question is do I blog my experiences and life thoughts as is or should I go private and have the ability to explain myself deeper and know who is reading.
I am torn.
I realize that some days don't allow for comments...but having 40 people stop by the other day without a word feels crazy vulnerable. I trust that you are inspired and encouraged when you visit. If you would care to share who you are, and allow me the honour to get to know you, I'd feel much better of keeping the blog open.
Have you debated these same thoughts?
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do what you think is best! you just have to let me keep on reading! :)
great verse from the other day, by the way. thought it was perfect... (or applicable?) in many ways.
I have thought about it too, whether or not to go private. Although, I do like stumbling onto those inspiring blogs, where I wouldn´t have necessarily been invited. On the other hand, whether it was private or not, there would be some things I wouldn´t just throw out there! Sigh, sleep on it, pray about it, and you´ll know what to do.
I agree. I was thinking of doing the same thing since nobody really comments on my posts. But, then there are those people who sometimes want to be encouraged and maybe they just stumble upon your page and needed to read something you wrote that was inspiring... Pray about it! God Bless
Ok, I stumbled across your blog a while back when I was searching for a recipe or something. The title of your blog and some of the posts I skimmed while here caught my attention.
I've been lurking ever since, and yes, do find much of what you write is encouraging or challenging.
As a one-time blogger (who now doesn't have the time that I used to have), I just recently connected with someone who is reading some of my posts from three years ago. When I wrote it three years ago, I never would have guessed I'd be where I'm at now talking to someone that was touched by those very words.
If you're feeling the need to go deeper, I know that some blogging software does allow you to make certain posts private. You can password protect them and only the privileged few would be able to read what you've written.
This would allow you to keep general posts that are less invasive or personal on your space for everyone to see as well.
I feel less vulnerable now that I have gone private. I can say how I feel and not worry that it will get into the wrong hands.
I stop by when you post something new, but I rarely comment.
I have definitely debated the same thoughts.
Girl, do what you think is best--but invite me :) I don't always comment either--just lack of time sometimes. Sorry!
I enjoy reading your blog, Andrea. Nice to keep up a little bit with what life is like for you and your lovely young family. I know I don't comment much either (sorry). I can understand your feelings regarding privacy, though. Love ya - Sandi
been there...done that! as you know. i think a lot of bloggers struggle with this, as yes, we do put a lot of ourselves out there and honestly, it feels rude to have people lurking and not 'fessing up that they are taking these private glimpses into our lives.
one thing you could do for those 'deeper' things you might want to get in to is have a separate blog for those that you keep private. but then you could still keep this one open, for getting to 'meet' new people.
i know there are many, MANY people who read my blog and do not comment, and it used to really bother me too. but then i realized that not everybody likes to put comments out there for just anybody to read...especially those who aren't in the bloggy-'business.' there are likely a lot of people that you know in real life who have discovered your blog (and believe me, you will be surprised at who all happens to stumble across it and you not know!), but because they themselves may not be bloggers, they find it harder to comment. at least that's what i have found..
TOTALLY BEEN THERE and am there often. i think in the end its just not been what i was supose to do....but that doesnt mean i won't do it one day. in fact, last week i nearly went for it...and for some reason, decided not too in the end.
invite me if you go private!please....
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