Feb 13, 2017 / Community Pool

Community Pool

Where bloggers come for friendly feedback and advice.

Have you just published a new post and are dying for some feedback? Are you redesigning your blog and could use some layout or design advice from your more seasoned peers?

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    1. Just checked out your most recent post – I wish at 11.11 all the time so what you said really rings true. I like your tone and how you actually gave me a kick up the butt to get shit done on an evening where I was feeling pretty stressed about all the assignments and general life tasks I need to do right now. Love the featured image too so if you snapped that, kudos to you! Keep writing and I looked forward to reading more. x

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    3. Friggin love this!!! Such a real post about growing up. (Im more than happy to have my childish days.) I struggle to find a balance. Working full-time, studying part time and then worrying about responsibilities. Fun times. But such a great and enaging post.
      Id love it if you could give me your opinion on my latest post. Its a snippet into my sketchbook.
      Its at : https://www.seasonal-rose.wordpress.com

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      1. Thank you so much for the kind words – I always want my posts to be something people can relate to, so I’m glad you can share my feelings on trying to fit everything in! I like the idea of the post and the pictures that you take. Perhaps you should focus on a sketch as it develops, maybe one you spend quite a bit of time on to really show off your skills and let people see the different stages. Be careful of grammar at times and try to tell people something about the choices behind your sketches. What made you draw that specific thing? Looking forward to reading and seeing more from you! 🙂

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  5. Hello I have only recently become a blogger as such and finding this a great way of sharing experiences whilst on my travels. I have only recently started navigating my way around WordPress and have a lot to learn but do far enjoying all the varied blogs on this site I have seen.

    This is a link to my blogs any feedback welcome as I have no idea how to blog but am enjoying sharing and recording.

    https://notesfrommytravelsblog.wordpress.com/2016/12/15/delightful-day-denver-15th-december-2016/

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    1. Personally, I don’t think that there’s any way to blog, haha. You just write whatever you want to write, and you write it by your choices. Don’t try to make your blog like anyone else’s because then your blog will eventually just be you trying to copy someone else’s. There’s no perfect blog, but you can certainly try to make your blog perfect for you.

      Sorry for this cheesy ramble, I just had to reply. Also, your blog looks really good.

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    1. I’d most definitely take part in Valentine’s Day. I don’t have a Valentine or any significant other to spend it with, but I just find it fun to spend it with people you love, because you don’t NEED to spend it with a significant other such as a husband.

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      2. You don’t need a partner to be happy! Valentine’s Day is good enough without the boyfriends or girlfriends, in fact, I think it makes no difference to have a significant other during Valentine’s Day, because it can still be a fun day without couples.

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    2. I just posted a comment on your post on your blog. But I wanted to reiterate here that your feelings are refreshing and make me feel peaceful, in spite of my own personal desire for a romantic valentine.

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  9. Hello!
    Yesterday’s one word prompt, prompted an old forgotten letter from Miss P to Mr. C. Ahead of Valentine’s Day tomorrow, please let me know what you think might have happened to the two, after this letter.

    Lukewarm

    Thanks a lot to everyone who is reading it!

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  10. Hello everyone!!! So here I am on the road of blogging to share the tiny thoughts going through my mind.. I would like to share the connection with you all here…

    I hope you guys enjoy my writing.. ya I am new here , haven’t written much..

    Link to my blog is :

    https://snig12swain.wordpress.com

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  12. Hi everyone, was wondering if someone could give me some feedback on some of my creative writing pieces: https://2truemushroom.wordpress.com/2017/01/26/at-deaths-door/ and https://2truemushroom.wordpress.com/2016/10/16/saudade/

    I’m thinking of writing a sequel for the latter and some advice would be very much appreciated 🙂 please also feel free to leave any other comments regarding my writing or blog. I am more than happy to return the favour 🙂

    thank you !

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    1. I’ve been through what you have before, so let me give you some tips.

      First of all, I’d suggest that you take a small break away from blogging just to relax. I think that you’re stressing yourself out a bit by trying to come up with interesting posts. Take a break, relax, and when you come back you’ll be able to start with a fresh slate.

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    2. I know how you feel – I actually feel the same way about my posts.

      But in terms of your blog, I really like it. I’m not sure that’s the sort of feedback you’re looking for – but I really feel like you’re getting across what you need to. Your posts are raw and full of emotion, and very natural. Even if they’re not necessarily what you want them to be, they feel real. And sometimes you just need to post for yourself, not for other people (even when you want an audience, or feel like your message is important to be heard – and your message on addiction certainly is important).

      Good luck, my friend. I hope blogging becomes what it needs to be for you.

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  14. Hello fellow bloggers!

    I’m a new to WordPress in particular and to blogging in general. I would love some feedback! Right now my blog is just a potpourri of various stuff that I’ve written these past few months. The blog itself is less than a month old.

    Diversion!

    Happy Valentine’s day!

    Yash

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  16. Hi everyone,

    I am still very new to wordpress and trying to figure out how it all works. My blog is all about camping, traveling, and adventure. Last night I posted my second post and I would love to get some feedback. What do you think about all of the photos in my post, are there too many??
    Also I’m having an issue where my older posts show up first on my blog. Does anyone know how I can switch it to where it will display my newest posts first?
    Thanks!!

    Heres the link to my latest post:

    A Guide to Yosemite

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    1. Love your january favourites. Loads of info, maybe put the price down and where you can purchase it. Like from a website or if its only out for a certain amount of time. (I actually need to do one soon!!) Obsessed with nyx cosmetics right now so I may need to look for your suggestion to add to the collection. Im at https://seasonal-rose.wordpress.com if you fancy a read. Xx

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  20. Hello fellow bloggers!!!
    Wishing you a blissful pre-Valentines day!!

    On the offset of the occassion I’d love it if you all could check out my blog ‘ The Obsessed Thinker’ ! I just began and I hope to get good review about the site and also a few (if not many connections ) out here in the wordpress community!

    I would love to get feedback and this would be a great oppurtunity to find out more amazing blogs out here!!!

    The link is
    https://obsessedthinker.wordpress.com/

    Thank you in advance!

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    1. Your blog is pretty cool looking so far! I like the stylistic elements of it. It looks like a real interactive website as opposed to just a blog! Not that there’s anything wrong with “just a blog” (that’s the type of style my blog is…). The one thing I would say is that you should change the title of your “text widget” – in the top right hand column. “Text Widget” is probably not what you want there, especially because it’s a description of your blog.
      Looking forward to future posts!

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      1. Thank you so much!!!
        I’ll be honest.. “Text Widget” is DEFINITELY not what I wanted out there! :p
        Thank you for spotting that for me! And I’m glad you liked the theme of the blog!
        Can I know the link to your blog?
        Thank you again!

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  23. Hello everyone,
    Blogosphere has been the kindest space for me in the world. It would be lovely if I could connect with more of you and that is why I invite all you wonderful souls to my blog where I write about every day life problems and some inspirational quotes.
    Cheers! Let me know if you want me to visit yours, I’d be glad to do so.

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  25. Hey all! I’m back for the first time in a while. I just posted a new blog post! It’s a similar subject matter to my normal posts, but it’s a slightly different style. I’ve gone with a shorter post as opposed to something long and detailed. I don’t know which works better, or which style I like better.
    Here’s https://nikkispeaksfromtheheart.wordpress.com/2017/02/12/wont-you-be-my-valentine/ the link to my new post
    and here’s https://nikkispeaksfromtheheart.wordpress.com/2017/01/24/cosplay-just-a-little-bit-different/ a link to a completely different post that (1) I want to show off and (2) is stylistically similar to my other posts (longer, more ramble-y, etc) even if the content is different.
    What do you all think?

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    1. Hi there! I stopped by your blog and really enjoyed this review. You have a sophisticated, poetic writing style that I admire. Your review also tackled some big ideas about happiness and the role of women without coming to any easy conclusions – definitely has me thinking some more on this subject!

      I can’t think of many suggestions I would make, other than to say that I’d be in interested in any further observations you have of how the lessons of this book apply to the world you see around you. Again, thanks for sharing!

      Btw, I’ve also just recently written a book review here: https://pinetreerepublic.com/2017/02/13/jennifer-welshs-the-return-of-history-redefining-liberal-democracy-for-the-21st-century/.

      Though it’s a non-fiction book that deals with politics and international relations, I’d be keen for any feedback you have on making it more engaging or useful!

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    1. Your site is easy to navigate. Your About page makes it clear what to expect from your site. I liked the photos on your latest post. Your tags seem appropriate. Overall, the post was easy to read. I did notice a few small grammar errors. For example, “Theres something” should be “There’s something” https://gracelead.co

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    1. I love your blog. I love how personal the posts are, yet casual and conversational. It’s like your diary and I feel privileged to get to read some of your inner thoughts.

      My blog is also a personal blog, but my posts are different stylistically than yours.

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      1. I read a few of your posts and I really enjoy the way you write. It’s almost as if you are speaking with your conscious rather than an audience and like you I feel honored to have that little glimpse inside of who you are. I have followed you and look forwars to more of your posts.

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