Apr 20, 2014 / Community Pool

Community Pool

The Community Pool is for those of you looking for feedback, whether on post ideas, writing, blog design and layout, or anything else.

If you have a post, page, or idea you want to bounce off someone, leave a comment. Your fellow bloggers can then click through and offer input either on your site, or in the comments here (feel free to indicate which you’d prefer).

Read on for the ground rules and to leave a comment . .

TIP: To keep from losing your place in the comment thread while you visit others’ blogs, right-click on a link to open it in a new tab or window.

  • You’ll get the best feedback if you can be as specific as possible about what you’d like people to respond to or where you’re struggling. If you simply leave a link to your blog, it’s likely to be overlooked.
  • Please keep all comments civil and constructive. We’re here to help and support one another, not to beat anyone down.
  • If you haven’t looked at our Commenting Guidelines in a while, now might be a good time.
  • No running on the deck.

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  2. Hi, everyone. I was hoping to get some feedback on my blog layout since I just made the background theme different.

    Also, please let me know if you get the girly vibe that I’m aiming for! Thank you and will repeat the favor!! ❤
    Happy Easter to those who celebrate!
    http://lifebeinggirly.com/

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    2. Mission accomplished! Any girlier and I’d have to wipe the glitter off my monitor. And while I don’t consider myself a girlie girl (or even a girl for that matter) I found your content entertaining. Kudos. I think your target audience will find it appealing

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      1. Hey, Ben!
        Thank you for taking the time and checking out my blog and leaving me some great feedback! =) I’m glad my blog reads well and is appealing. .By looking at your blog, (which is amazing btw!) I’m happy to have your feedback! I am now a follower of your blog and I look forward to reading more about your travels!!

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    1. Wow. I was touched by your post on wearing mask and simply going with the flow of society Keep it up!

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  7. Hello everyone! I am the writer of Life Blog. I would like to get feedback on anything from the visual layout of my blog to my actual writing. Any feedback would be great! patsnack24.wordpress.com

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    1. Hi Patsnack24
      I like the visual layout of your blog, and the way you’ve categorized everything makes it easy to navigate through. I like the themes of your writing…I feel like they’re issues that everyone can find interest in!
      Aul
      Please check out my blog at http://montairyus23.wordpress.com/

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    2. First, I love the brain image–very catching and a good intro to your content. As someone who definitely has a nerdy streak and background in pop culture, I found your posts entertaining and engaging. I think you’ve found your niche.

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  8. Hi there to all community….I just started writing and my first post is a rebuttal to an opinion-ed published in an Indian english daily. I am an Indian. If some of you could give me some of your precious time and read it out, it would be great help. Do let me know about the style of writing (except that i have some paragraphs way longer than usual). Your appraisal would be a great help. Thanks. Link is below..

    Response to Indian Express Op Ed ‘Secularism Is Dead’

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  9. Hi!
    I just started blogging 2 weeks ago. I have been posting like mad and now I am starting to tinker with my site. I seem to have a scroll of death – should I be putting posts on different pages to help categorise them and help people find what they want? Here I am at http://healthfoodiemel.wordpress.com/ Help please! 🙂

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    1. I am fairly new as well and I think you should definitely get rid of “the scroll of death”. I realized that after my blog more organized it was easier for potential and current readers to navigate around. On my site I used a menu at the top of the page with my different categories, but I’m sure there are other ways to do it.P.S. I enjoy your writing, keep it up!

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      1. Aha yes I’ve just had a look at yours, the menu works well. Your site is really neat. I’ve put one in with an about me page but I need to sort out what my other pages should be called. My stuff seems so random at the moment. Glad you enjoy it though! Cheers 🙂

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    2. You also might want to create a “Best of” page, where you can highlight your favorite or most engaging posts. That way no one will have to scroll endlessly or dive into archives to find your ‘best’

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  11. Hello! For a taste of life in the Lake District and other beautiful places in the UK, please visit my new blog veefreespirit.wordpress.com
    Be great to meet you!

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    1. Laying it on 🙂
      I’m not sure what you mean your current us of the Bushwick theme, but it looks great. The only downside to Bushwick is that the sidebar isn’t visible, and unless the reader knows to push the button, they won’t be able to find other pages on your site. On the other hand, if you just have all of your posts in one spot, which you do, I think it’s fine! I really like the picture you have too!
      Aul
      By the way, I’m writing a novel and want to get the word out. Please check out my blog at http://montairyus23.wordpress.com/tsom-news/
      Thanks!

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    1. I like the way you have set out your metaphorical stall in a clear way; it makes me want to read more of your thoughts and experiences. Now you’ve got started, maybe you could have some fun with the various WordPress themes!
      I started my blog on here eight months ago – and am, in fact, taking a break from writing for a few weeks. But, I do feel that your blog would be one I’d go back to. Alienora

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      1. Thank you so much! This is my first time using wordpress and I’m still learning the many ins and outs, but I will definitely work on my blogs appearance as I become more familiar. I would love for you to come back and join me once you’ve decided to start writing again.

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    2. Really like the first impression it has given. Looking forward to reading on. Only feedback is to add some content into your ‘About’ page.. Happy writing 😉

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  17. Hello everyone, I have rebuilt my blog several times and in February I started over from zero. Believing to have found a style that suits me well this time. But what do you think is missing in my posts and pages? Do I need to write more to tell the story behind my photos or do the photos speak for themselves? What is missing and what would make you come back? Please take a look and leave your comment on my about page. Thank you folks! -Mariska
    http://CoralynxBlog.com

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  19. Hello everyone! I am the writer of Life Blog and I’ve been blogging for about a month now. I would like to get feedback on the visual layout of my blog and my writing. Any feedback would be great! The URL is patsnack24.wordpress.com

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    1. I’m afraid technology drives my poor old worn out brain nuts but I really liked the way you used the photo’s and love your background. Very nice job. Happy blogging.

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  20. Hello everyone. I have a blog http://thenewinnovativeworld.wordpress.com/ on which I blog about research, future technology, present key market findings, general life beliefs. I want some feedback on my blog in following aspects
    1 Does my contents (which I’ve covered) are understandable?
    2. I get equal response in each categories but I still want to know in which category my contents are good and understandable
    3. Least but not last, should I continue with my blog

    Thank you

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    1. Do not give up on your blog! I enjoy post on technology but maybe make them shorter and concise. I have minimal knowledge where technology is concerned and I could still understand most of what you are writing about.

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  24. My website is mostly dedicated to parents who are thinking of hiring me as an educational therapist, and I just added a blog to it. I would like to transform it into a place parents can go for information and support if they have kids with learning disabilities. I’ve been kicking around the idea of an Ask the Expert or Ask Diana page, which could either be a form that a parent fills out and I write them an answer, or could be more like a forum. I’d like it to be where other parents could see the questions and responses and maybe even join in on the comments or something. Any ideas of a) if y’all think it would work, b) which format would be best and c) any other thoughts or advice? http://Www.MindSparkLearning.com. Thanks all!

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      1. I’m kind of lost as to what I want to do with my blog. I starred out one way turned into a other direction and still don’t know. It’s not your brain just mine.

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      2. okay, I’m always concerned about being confused-it takes me longer to process information now. I’d choose another theme. I wish you had more feedback so others could weigh in. For me at least, it was very confusing. I didnt know where to click and was unable to really focus due to so much going on. There are a few themes that have a circle or simple square. They are rows so it adds a bit of organization and less clutter.

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      3. I will look into a better theme. On my phone it looks fine but on the computer it becomes a mess. Something to work on the rainy day we are due to have. Thank you for the suggestions

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  28. Hi! my blog is : digbyslife.wordpress.com and ohmyjesusy.wordpress.com . not sure if this is what you’re supposed to do, so if it isn’t I’m sorry!!!

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    1. Ok so I went to digbyslife.wordpress.com and the blog is good and very neat, but ohmyjesusy.wordpress.com is not as organized as your other blog and has the infamous scroll of death. I f you could make it more organized that would my only complaint. Otherwise good job!

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    1. Hey, well done on having your comic book published. That must be so exciting, I can’t even imagine.

      I did find the comic excerpt amusing – I think we’ve all met someone like that!

      I like the theme you’ve chosen for your blog – plenty of white space which showcases the illustrations of the comic. What might be nice also, is if you have a header image that features some of these illustrations – for example, these illustrations might be of music, skating and film icons? That will let the reader know immediately what kind of blog they’ve landed on – and what differentiates you from everyone else (i.e. the fact that you’re an artist who can draw). And what kind of audience doesn’t love awesome illustrations? I know I love them!

      I was also thinking of drawing some illustrations to put in my blog’s header, but my blog is about pop culture commentary and I wondered if that would be inconsistent with my brand. I also have to get around to experimenting on that… I need images, too.

      If you have any thoughts for my blog I more than welcome them.

      Happy blogging and cheers from Australia! 🙂

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      1. Thank you so much for your positive/constructive feedback! I will take your advice on adding my icons on my blog header that capture my interests in music, skating & film.

        As for your blog, I really like the layout you used. Like the font selection you used for the categories on your header. My suggestion for you would be to move the follow button to where the title is so it can be more accessible for people to follow you. Also, going back to what you said about adding illustrations, I say that is a great idea! If your an artist you should draw something colorful for the background to grab people’s attention and make a collage of celebrities, icons, memes, etc. and put it in the background of the header. Here is an example… http://www.google.com/search?q=pop+culture&client=safari&rls=en&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=It5VU6HHJ7jNsQT8t4C4CQ&ved=0CAgQ_AUoAQ#facrc=_&imgdii=_&imgrc=iKMApZ0cnZqJgM%253A%3BeIrIBhSIEa60qM%3Bhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.fazzino.com%252Fpop-culture-art-gallery%252Ffazzino-pop-culture-art-rockin-1960s.jpg%3Bhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.fazzino.com%252Fpop-culture-art%252F%3B1200%3B806
        You can either make a collage using random photos or try to redraw all of the people/objects.

        If you do not want to deal with the complexity of making artwork, you can change your background to a bright yellow colour (like the one I used for the title page of my comic book). Usually webpages with eye-popping colours get more attention and make you stand out from the rest!

        If you have any more questions, feel free to ask me!
        FYI I subscribed to your blog I kindly ask can you return the favour?

        ¡Muchas Gracias! (Thank you)

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