tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post7110747212649062292..comments2023-12-27T00:20:05.317-05:00Comments on Kathys Cottage: Blogging for Fun, not ProfitKathleen Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11551093555973581448noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-50542666052715225042015-05-25T09:50:33.266-05:002015-05-25T09:50:33.266-05:00Want a different perspective? Good, because you...Want a different perspective? Good, because you're going to get one.<br />You see, I'm an 81-y-o male. I've had a newspaper column called "A Cook's Kitchen: Anything that goes on in your kitchen and mine." It was published for three years in three different newspapers (one even paid me!) and over 90 articles published in Space Future Journal focused on space based solar power and space tourism. Letters to the Editor without number. Written and self-published two books, most of which I gave away to family and friends.<br />In all of this "literary" activity, I never once really wanted to make money. Is that somehow un-American? Actually, "A Cook's Kitchen" would now be considered a blog, and maybe I'll post it that way. I always wanted to just share some of the fun things that happen in ordinary kitchens.<br />Now I've started researching and thinking about a new blog featuring how and why my son-in-law is so successful in what's now listed as "backyard farming." I thought about using it to make a few bucks with click-thru ads, but it seems like that would take a huge amount of research and photography, neither of which we can pull off very well.<br />So what to do? Re-read your wonderful post and all the comments and warm up the keyboard (and my aging mentality) for a new venture--for fun, not profit.<br />BTW, my wonderful wife is a quilter with a couple dozen quilts made for kids and grandkids. She's been urged to make them for sale, but she steadfastly maintains that that would take all the fun out of it!<br />Yes, this is a long post that I hope will get some response, but if not, well, I said it and I'm glad. Thanks to you and all the respondents.G B Leatherwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07670461313332395157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-50410608603362994592014-10-03T21:06:42.749-05:002014-10-03T21:06:42.749-05:00I reached your post by doing a Google search for &...I reached your post by doing a Google search for "blogging for fun, not for profit." I didn't expect to find a post that was exactly what I was looking for, but I did! Unlike you and many of the ladies commenting, I haven't been blogging for long. I really just began putting time into it earlier this year. It's a fun outlet, even though my blog is a tiny bit of a thing. I don't want to blog for profit and I'm not interested in connecting with those mega bloggers who are sponsored and their sites are filled with ads. I would love to connect with others who are blogging just for the fun of it. I've realized that I need to do more reaching out, and put more effort into trying to make some connections. Reading your post and the comments here has been very encouraging. Now, I'm going to spend some time looking through your blog as well as those from other like minded ladies who have commented.Beverly @Across the Blvdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13032992589359976422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-3378621091686034322014-09-23T08:27:49.575-05:002014-09-23T08:27:49.575-05:00Umm, yes, yes and yes! Of course you knew I'd ...Umm, yes, yes and yes! Of course you knew I'd agree, right? This could have been written by me. I started my blog for me and I'm keeping it that way. Also, I feel that when bloggers post out of obligation, it comes across and I don't enjoy reading it. It's manufactured. It's not genuine. I love real blog posts by real people when they have time to post. You hit the nail on the head!Jen Kershnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16128661586028201160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-55704632682856415992014-09-21T23:47:32.794-05:002014-09-21T23:47:32.794-05:00So very well said, I just got back into blogging f...So very well said, I just got back into blogging for that reason, It became a job to me. Now I'm loving what I do, I'll blog when I have time and find joy in all that I do. Calamity Jane's Cottage, Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16465660663695604637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-83965159656075753962014-09-21T23:14:59.708-05:002014-09-21T23:14:59.708-05:00Very well said! I appreciate your wise thoughts. ...Very well said! I appreciate your wise thoughts. <3Moore Minuteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08762855036281651402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-52082459367139323852014-09-21T12:55:35.544-05:002014-09-21T12:55:35.544-05:00The question is WHO are you going to listen to ?? ...The question is WHO are you going to listen to ?? Also those people who need you to define what kind of blogger you are , you need to tell them If they need that kind of blog they can go elsewhere and get the heck out of my site !!! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-27923574456439191802014-09-19T09:46:57.860-05:002014-09-19T09:46:57.860-05:00I just love your honesty! I know that some of our...I just love your honesty! I know that some of our blog friends need to money coming in from advertising and won't fault them for doing so, not at all. HOWEVER, I do feel the same way as you, that is why I did a post about getting views on advertising on blogs. <br /><br />The days of "easy" blogging are gone. I remember the excitement of discovering blogging and making my own blog right after that. We have made wonderful blog friendships, and several blog friends I've had the pleasure of meeting in person. Without blogging, this would not have happened. *maybe someday I will get to meet YOU*<br /><br />So I say keep it simple. I am not going to advertise because I simply do not have the free time to blog as much as before. Life is full for everyone and who needs the added stress and pressures? I cannot be successful in my business if I am glued to a computer all day.<br /><br />hugs to you, dear friend...Sweet Cottage Dreamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05585280807777813283noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-17897263393547566452014-09-18T02:48:57.052-05:002014-09-18T02:48:57.052-05:00Hi Kathy,
I love what you wrote. I think that w...Hi Kathy,<br /><br />I love what you wrote. I think that we have been blogging for about the same length of time and have watched so many blogs change. I also gave myself permission to post when I can rather than make blogging a chore. <br /><br />I have always loved your blog because I enjoy seeing what you, Earl and your girls were up to, and to see your beautiful photos and handmade things. <br /><br />It always feels like I just had cup of coffee at a friend' home and had a chat.<br /><br />Thank you for writing this, because now I can remember the definition of having a successful blog...it is simply having a platform to find friends like you.<br /><br />KarenAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01487481759201796912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-51905999475661379682014-09-17T14:34:42.127-05:002014-09-17T14:34:42.127-05:00Kathy
As so many others have said, "You sure ...Kathy<br />As so many others have said, "You sure hit the nail on the head"<br />I enjoy blogging when I want to share with my 'friends', but it has at times began to feel like a job.<br />I have even thought of taking a break just to remember what life without blogging was like. Maybe I will get more accomplished!<br />Again, thank you for your honesty. camp and cottage livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09493023859271366201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-7207117798586335452014-09-17T14:32:59.122-05:002014-09-17T14:32:59.122-05:00I love when a blogger stands up for what they beli...I love when a blogger stands up for what they believe in and you did yourself proud! It's not too hard to separate the girls that want/need to make a buck and thus have ads, and the ones that just seem to have that magic touch in decorating that garner the attention of magazines and companies wanting to promote their products. I believe women should support women so I wish these ladies all the best. I love getting ideas and simply reading some of their blogs because many have great personalities and are fun. But I have a feed, and I can click on or keep right on going! <br /><br />Other than when I first began blogging in '09, I didn't have expectations, I wanted followers, of course! My happiness lies in writing and it makes me even happier if people like what I'm writing about. Otherwise, I am not very concerned with number... followers, stats, whatever. I've also slowed down on blogging a lot because at the beginning I loved it so much, it was such a great outlet and lifted me out of a two year funk and of course when you love something, you do it a lot! I've learned to be disciplined, there is more to life than trying to read blog after blog because you feel obligated. <br /><br />I am going to post today...I was approaching a subject similar to this, more about some personal ideas I have for changing my blog that I may implement.<br /><br />Thanks for giving us to something to chat over the fence about today!<br /><br />Jane xx Blondie's Journalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12988377413260331618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-86351454595840506552014-09-17T08:56:52.668-05:002014-09-17T08:56:52.668-05:00Dear Kathy
I am standing cheering! Bravo! You expr...Dear Kathy<br />I am standing cheering! Bravo! You expressed my thoughts exactly! <br />What you wrote is like a bloggers emancipation proclamation!<br />The part I enjoy about blogging is just expressing myself when I have something to say. I packed it in for awhile because of work but I missed the creative outlet and the wonderful people I met, like you for example!<br />I am just going to continue my little blog, without free furniture etc. However if someone wants to give me a couch, that would be fine :)<br />((hugs)) Rhondi<br /> <br />Rhondihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15684060974095411313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-49398120917282238872014-09-16T17:05:39.785-05:002014-09-16T17:05:39.785-05:00PERFECT! Thanks for your good thoughts. I'm a ...PERFECT! Thanks for your good thoughts. I'm a teacher blogger. It can be hard to keep up the good teaching and good blogging. Hugs for your honesty! Jayne<br /><a href="http://www.smartkidsgammons.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Smart Kids</a><br /><a href="http://abcsofreading.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">ABCs of Reading</a>Jayne Gammonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10336017877146949513noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-13870912106010837252014-09-16T15:44:40.771-05:002014-09-16T15:44:40.771-05:00I blog for me..I personally do not like all the ad...I blog for me..I personally do not like all the advertising on blogs. That isn't blogging to me..anyway...it's their blog and they can do what the want. I have met a few bloggers and developed friendships with them. <br />warmly,<br />debGARAGE SALE GALhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07196934302729907272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-40931645816551835982014-09-16T15:33:37.243-05:002014-09-16T15:33:37.243-05:00Such a valuable post. It's so important to ref...Such a valuable post. It's so important to reflect on why we do activities like blogging and what we hope to get from it. When we adjust our focus, satisfaction follows. Going back to the roots of blogging, I think the originals had the best ideas...and maybe the most fun, too! Amy DeCesarehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16607540522393512064noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-48377698315245127232014-09-16T15:33:36.924-05:002014-09-16T15:33:36.924-05:00Such a valuable post. It's so important to ref...Such a valuable post. It's so important to reflect on why we do activities like blogging and what we hope to get from it. When we adjust our focus, satisfaction follows. Going back to the roots of blogging, I think the originals had the best ideas...and maybe the most fun, too! Amy DeCesarehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16607540522393512064noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-63745570370544446642014-09-16T12:51:51.628-05:002014-09-16T12:51:51.628-05:00This is so true!! I am one of those bloggers who ...This is so true!! I am one of those bloggers who blog for fun! I started when I was a mom and was looking to record what was happening with my life and my family!! I am so empowered by reading your blog!! Thank you for your timely post. I started in 2007 and I don't have a lot of followers, but the ones I do have, I love dearly! Terri Steffeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544793349029524184noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-18001838343747499952014-09-16T12:31:15.307-05:002014-09-16T12:31:15.307-05:00I agree with each point you wrote on your list. I ...I agree with each point you wrote on your list. I have not done any soul searching about it, that is just the way I roll. Maybe because I am retired and continue to have fun with blogging, since about 2007. I pay no attention to the silly rules, just enjoy my blog friends.Terra https://www.blogger.com/profile/04396481049075747940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-3265792323519577222014-09-16T12:16:31.988-05:002014-09-16T12:16:31.988-05:00YES!!!!
I agree with all you have said. As a matt...YES!!!! <br />I agree with all you have said. As a matter of fact, you echo a gripe I just had with myself over the weekend. I hate popping over to a blog and find all theses loud and obtrusive ads when all I want to do is read and admire some pretty pictures.<br />I too blog for pleasure.. a journal of my thoughts and décor.. my luv of family and life.I post when I can, when I have something to share... and luv like minded people who do the same. I blog for pleasure not profit!<br />My goal in life is not to rack up a LOT of viewers and followers and crow about it. But to find sweet friends who share my interests. <br />Whew... that being said... thanks for this post!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08200369784756601294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-69549134147775170042014-09-16T11:28:36.721-05:002014-09-16T11:28:36.721-05:00You really nailed it with this one Kathy. I miss ...You really nailed it with this one Kathy. I miss sidebars on blogs that introduced us to other bloggers that we might have commonalities with. I still click on your friend bar and Stacey's every time I visit you two. When I think back of my past posts I see my life, the good and the bad and I know it is there for my kids and grandkids to read as well. Love this post.Patty Markerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11556265449629529290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-21651680953777048802014-09-16T10:59:20.710-05:002014-09-16T10:59:20.710-05:00Hi Kathy -
This is such a wonderful post. I love t...Hi Kathy -<br />This is such a wonderful post. I love the reasons that you blog and I was thankful to read each reason as it was a good reminder to me of why I first started blogging. Thank you for the encouragement! Keeping It Cozyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17965725519532000901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-90146503135684150162014-09-16T10:14:55.095-05:002014-09-16T10:14:55.095-05:00HI Kathy, Appreciate all of the thoughts you have ...HI Kathy, Appreciate all of the thoughts you have expressed here. Wouldn't it be great to sit down over a pot of tea and discuss it all! I love blogs where someone's personality and interests shine through and yours definitely does. The world of blogging has definitely changed but I suppose, like you, mine remains as it did since I began - turning down ads and sponsors and keeping my photos and content my own. Above all, my favorite part has been the many friends I've made. It would be so wonderful to get to meet them all one day. julie - eab designshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17009555833965022815noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-78847159296868172392014-09-16T09:52:19.286-05:002014-09-16T09:52:19.286-05:00Kathy,
I love everything you said. This conversa...Kathy,<br /><br />I love everything you said. This conversation has really hit home to me the past week and I'm thankful for the reminder again of "why I blog". I certainly count you as one of my blogging friends I'm so thankful to have "met". Hugs - Dori -Dori at The Red Feedsackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09600940689338767875noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-82534306558827646892014-09-16T09:40:00.150-05:002014-09-16T09:40:00.150-05:00How much I love what you have written........I fee...How much I love what you have written........I feel the same way and yes, I have missed so many that I used to "visit" including you,.........I used to stop by your blog all of the time, and somehow, I lost your blog along the way.........I rearranged my side bar and I guess I didn't put you down..........anyhow.........your blog is beautiful as always and I now have you on my side bar once more! I blog not for profit or attention.....I find it as a way to connect with others who have the same passions and interests......like you stated........almost like getting together over coffee. Have a great week ahead!Yesteryear Embroiderieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15811251599118118561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-71251161812766043202014-09-16T09:00:50.457-05:002014-09-16T09:00:50.457-05:00I agree with everything you and your commentors ha...I agree with everything you and your commentors have said! I started blogging because I thought it would be fun. A way to show how proud I was of our home and what we do. I love to decorate it for my family and make it a comfy place for everyone. But, I felt a certain competition on how pretty I could make it, how good my photos looked, how often I could get out a likable post for someone to hopefully say something positive back! There's something wrong with that.....it became not fun anymore! I have several blogs that I stopped looking at because I tire of Xing out of all the ads. I get bored with another "sponsored" post. I do enjoy most of the photos, because their homes are beautiful. But without all the sponsors, they would be normal homes just like ours. I as an average blogger can not compete with all the bloggers out there who are sponsored. All the bloggers that made me want to blog in the first place! I also can't afford to fly somewhere to attend one of their expensive blogger workshops! I mean really whats that all about? I better stop, I agree with your post! Thank you!Lisa~A Cottage To Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10292883666058375974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-325471728565796895.post-767460667996059442014-09-16T08:45:08.799-05:002014-09-16T08:45:08.799-05:00I think your post should be read by all who are ev...I think your post should be read by all who are even thinking of blogging, as well as those of us who stagger on, wondering why we do it! I find it so hard to think of something 'different' to write about, and wonder if I should stop blogging. Like one of your other commenters, it is a lovely feeling to think of 'girlfriends'writing to each other. That's surely how it should be, rather than writing for praise or recognition.Elizabethdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02405703727112759947noreply@blogger.com