Feb 29, 2016 / Community Pool

Community Pool

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  2. Hey bloggers! My blog started out as being more of a therapy for me. I purposely made my sentence structure different with lots of commas, because I had hoped my readers would read the blog with the pauses as if I were talking out loud. I’d love feedback because people we know in life could say how great our work is, but I would love to know if it is as good as they say by you, my fellow writers. Thank you so much!
    https://littlebirdlearnstofly.wordpress.com/

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    2. Hello!
      I personally enjoyed it. The layout is awesome because it’s very fitting to the way you write. Personally for me, it’s definitely something to get used to because I was always taught correct grammar. But I am not opposed to your style at all. It’s your blog and whatever helps you write, I say do it. Besides, it really is almost as if someone was just talking to me when I read your work. So keep up the great job 🙂 I wish you the best of luck!

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      1. Wow, thank you so much. Ironically, I’m totally up for proper grammar any other time! Ha! But, it really is my intention, and I appreciate you seeing it that way after I explained it. I’m so glad it is what I hoped it would be! Lots of others! Don’t give just one a check up. 🙂

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  3. Just checking in to see who is still reading my stuff. You folks are so dedicated or addicted, it’s amazing. It brings new meaning to compulsive -obsessive BD; or is that obsessive-compulsive BD? Best regards from
    galtz, The Daedelus Files.

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  5. Hi everyone!! My name KB. I’m a starting book writer that created my website in Jan. to get few short stories out there before I get my first book publish. It be helpful if you all can check out my website and give me some feed backs in what you all think. It be very appreciated..

    primalimagination.wordpress.com

    p.s. soon I am going to upgrade this website.

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    2. Ok, just got back. This looks like it’s going to be a really fun blog, with lots of creativity and stories (I love stories!). I think it’s great that you and your brother are doing it together. I’d love to have someone sharing the workload of blogging sometimes. 🙂 The only thing I might change is the layout. Maybe choose one that lets more than one post show on the home page, that way when people come to visit your blog, they will have more posts to choose from than just the most recent.
      Looking good though!

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      1. I appreciate it. I try to figure how to do that. Can tell me how i could do that, because soon i will upgrade my website; so i can do more.
        That’s what type of blog i am trying to do. Master Bros. will be my first published book.

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      2. You can change the way your blog looks by clicking the “my site” tab in the top left corner. When the bar drops down, click “Customize.” This will take you to a place where you can change anything on your website. The great thing is you can see what it will look like before you actually make the changes, so if you don’t like it, you haven’t messed up your site. If you want to change the overall look of your site, go under the “active themes” and click the “change” button. It will let you try out hundreds of themes. If you like one, hit save.
        Hopefully this wasn’t too confusing. 🙂

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      5. I like what you did with the Hashna Stone story.. Then you have the vote for what happens next. That is pretty awesome. Start reading to catch up. I doing the same thing with The Tale Warlock Lazimus. Start writing new chapters every week.

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  7. So I recently finished reading book number 6 in my book challenge, which was The Great Gatsby. You can read my thoughts about it here.
    (https://thenovembersun.wordpress.com/2016/02/28/outlook-the-great-gatsby/)

    But I want to ask the WordPress Community to recommend me books. Right now, my interest is mainly on Latin American literature, so if you know any Latin American authors, poets, novels, or even history readings; shoot a comment here.

    However, I am still open to other book recommendations. Tell me what your favorite book is. Recommend me a book that best resonates with your personality.

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      2. Um its called the “Last Dawn”…I like because it reminds me of that scene in the film “Seeking a friend for the end of the World”, where Kierra Knightley and Steve Carrell are lying there and the world is literally about to end, but yet there’s a calmness to having the last dawn as well. Have you read it before?

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      3. Um its called the “Last Dawn”…I like because it reminds me of that scene in the film “Seeking a friend for the end of the World”, where Kierra Knightley and Steve Carrell are lying there and the world is literally about to end, but yet there’s a calmness to having the last dawn as well. There is no alarm in the poem or panic. Haha I’m sorry if I sound weird :/ But you get it right?

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      4. I get what you mean. I haven’t read “Last Dawn” yet, but I have seen “Seeking a Friend for the End of the World.”
        I went to my local bookstore today, in hopes to find his poetry books, but sadly they didn’t have any. I did, however, find “The Labyrinth Of Solitude.” It’s a collection of essays that he wrote about Mexico, so it should help expand my knowledge on the beloved country.

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      5. Yeah, ha I just remember that last scene in the movie. They were somewhat settled, and honestly it stood out to me. Why do you have interest in Mexico are you from there or plan on visiting? Or…

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  10. Hi, I am new to the blogging scene and I just wanted some feedback on my blog post called inspirations it would be nice if you could read my post and give me feedback and I am open to criticism so just let me know, thank you. Check it out at mozalfailyas.wordpress.com

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    2. I think you’re doing a great job. You are very thorough with the tips you give. Especially in your post “make it your own.” Your work is great and I love all your pictures. Keep up the great work! As a fellow photographer, I’d love to follow you, but I can’t seem to find a follow button ):

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    1. I don’t think it looks too dull, the photos help in breaking it up. If you want to spice it up a bit, I might recommend a header image with a color or pattern other than the deep gray. Other than that I think it looks professional and well done.

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    2. Hi. Looked over your blog. Am fairly new to this and use a basic design myself so take my comments with a pinch of salt. Also I was viewing on a mobile device. There is a constant grey border and that is quite off putting, especially when nex to the black and white text. Maybe simplyfy the amount of text to just a teasing line or portion of the first line. The title and image should be enough to lure readers in and get them.reading. The content looked good and varied though so I think it is mainly a design issue here. Simply put, on a mobile device the amount of black and white text plus the grey border severely undermine the colourful articles and could deter readers. Try a few ideas out and always check how your site looks on phones, tablets and computer.

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    3. It looks professional. I tried to find the like buttom, so I could like it, but I did not see one. It only allows a reader to comment. I’m not sure if this is something you are aware of, but overall, I believe you are on the way to accomplishing your sense of professionalism. You have a variety of topics, and your wording is engaging and not too serious in nature.

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  12. My blog like others is a continual work in process. This is my first month blogging, I’ve accomplished a lot of posting. I’m changing around header graphics and background coloring. Eventually, I desire to find the ideal background (if such one). I’m still finding my niche in writing style, but my agenda is to address matters of the heart and show versatility in style. In addition, my interest is bringing more awareness to multiculturalism. Please feel free to view my blogs, add input, share thoughts to help me reach my objectives. I hope I’m not asking for a lot. I look forward to learning about you and your blogs from this community pool.

    Lyf Mindset Strategies

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    1. Welcome to the community! I think it’s a great idea to start the blog on Leap Day. It makes it all the more special 🙂

      Just a few things in case you didn’t know:
      We would love to know more about you! Make sure to estabish an About page.
      Also, if you want to get the word out about your site, then you can add tags to each posts. That way they’ll be easier to find.
      And, if you have any questions, or want some feedback, do not hesitate to join in the Community Pool. We’re all friendly here, and love to help!

      Good luck! Hope this helps!

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  15. hi friends! if you love poetry visit me ar nupuraggarwalblog.wordpress.com . All the poetry submitted is my original work. Will love to and will be extremely thankful for any suggestions and feedback on my work. Other articles on the blog are just mere reflection of my thoughts or my life experiences.
    thanks
    Namaste

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      2. keep on healing yourself. reach out to the people that will NOT judge you for what you look like. you have a beautiful soul and it glows throughout your writing.

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  18. Hi everyone! So I am Strikedbyepicness and I like writing a lot of random things. I started this blog to vent all my emotions out to and for people to read, comment and like me for who I am as a person. I write in chatty style posts and write about my emotions, things that are happening in the world or just some stuff that I want to rant about. I would really appreciate it if you would check out my blog.
    Thank you 🙂
    http://www.strikedbyepicness.wordpress.com

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      2. No particular genre. Have touched upon a few different films, articles about dicaprio and the Oscars, plenty of deadpool, the films what we do in the shadows and kiss kiss bang bang. Just things I like- my fave films include the usual suspects, Les mis, avengers. Quite varied.

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  22. I am brand new to blogging. There are so many creative and interesting writers out there! Mine is just a personal blog with stories/poems. Just a college student needing an outlet. I would love feedback if you have any.

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    1. for now, i think its best if you just keep on blogging.
      You’ll get inspiration from so many other bloggers here, your blog will progressively change and improve its own

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  23. I write a variety of posts mainly relating to college students. I could definitely use some feedback, please. Thank you, in advance!

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    2. I like how open you are with your homesickness and your experiences in college so far. My one critique I guess is the center alignment of your text. At first I thought your posts were poetry, but the more I read, the more I got the impression that your blog is more journal-like. If this is the case, I’m not sure aligning your text in the center is the best placement. But that’s my view. If you like it, then go for it!

      Is this your first year in college? Keep up the good work!

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    1. i have been on your blog and i don’t see a follow button or newsletter bar , maybe you should add that to have people come back more frequently

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    1. Your blog is interesting but a litle too white in my opinion. Add pictures or change the theme for a more colorful one if you can :p

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    2. The white doesn’t bother me, actually 🙂 But adding pictures is always a good idea, I think!

      I’d also be careful of your grammar — some things aren’t capitalized that should be, such as the beginning of words or “I.” This may seem like a little thing, but it’s pretty important. 🙂

      Would you mind checking out my blog as well?

      Questioning Gender Neutrality

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      1. Thank you for your feedback! my computer doesn’t automatically do capitalizations and I type really fast so it gets kind of annoying to keep pressing Caps. (my shift key doesn’t work.) I will definitely check your blog out!

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      2. Ahh, the pain of being a fast typer. I’m right there with you! 🙂 Like I said, it’s not the hugest deal, but it will definitely make your blog look more professional. Right now it has a very informal feel. 🙂

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    3. I like what you’re doing with your blog (especially your post of God looking out for you that one day!) He does tend to give us wake up calls, doesn’t he? Haha! And you’re doing good, just keep writing!! 🙂

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    3. I love it!
      Your layout is very refreshing to me. It strikes me as elegant and very cute haha. I like the font style too.

      I read through a few of your posts and really enjoyed them. I love all the pictures you use as well as the categories you have. Especially the travel and photography categories. Great job on those 🙂 Keep up the great work! I’m going to give a follow!

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  27. Hello all. I’ve been posting about my travels on FB for some years now and just recently started a travel blog titled, Grandpa’s Gone Again? In my most recent post I changed from my usual past tense form to one of present tense, and was wondering what others think of this form and what their experiences are as to which form is best received by readers.

    Please check it out at:
    http://www.grandpasgoneagain.com/Travel-Blogs/another-passport-stamp/

    Cheers,

    BrienC

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