Mar 5, 2018 / Community Pool

Community Pool

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      2. Thanks for letting me know. I did suspect that might have happened! In some views the side bar merges with the lower ones. Not sure how to fix but will look into it. Xx

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  2. Hey fellas!

    So I’m back (yet again…) With an experiment. I’ve tried writing a poem for the first time in my whole life and it’s based on a post which I had written in a different language many months ago.

    I hope you like it. Feedback welcome as always. Just don’t be too harsh on this newbie poet. 😅 Oh and I’m excited to return the favour of course.

    About the poem…
    It narrates an angsty tale of a failed first love of a young boy, ending with a hope of a silver lining.

    Here’s the link

    https://soumitra97.wordpress.com/2018/02/21/my-first-love/

    Cheers!

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    1. Your review is very engaging and exciting. I already wanted to read this book, but I think after this it has jumped up the ranks on my list.

      I would recommend revising some punctuation. Maybe think about limiting the use of exclamation marks and rethinking where you place some commas.

      Mainly though, I would strongly suggest changing the font of your titles. Although it suits the theme and I can see why you chose it, it is very difficult to read. I have actually visited your blog a few times, but this is the first time I think have read a post – the heading font always puts me off and I give up because it is distracting. I am definitely glad I kept reading though this time, because you have some quality content there in the body.

      Another small suggestions is perhaps choosing a higher quality header image – when blown up it is a little blurry and pixelated – but I am being picky now.

      I hope this helps!

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      1. Hi!
        Thank you so much for taking the time to review my blog!
        Hehe yes, I do use the exclamation marks, frequently. While writing I get a bit too excited and feel like adding the marks just to get that enthusiasm out!😂
        I guess the font makes it a bit difficult when the letters are all in capital…I don’t know if I can change the font without changing the theme.
        And yes, I have thought about the header image, too. It does get a bit blurry when the site is viewed on computer but, just to make it a bit more mobile-friendly (and also have a nice header), I did not change it. I might change it now that you’ve pointed it out!
        Thanks a ton for the honest feedback! I appreciate it!

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  4. Hey! Here is a link to my most recent post titled Love.
    https://aestheticgraphy.wordpress.com/2018/03/04/love-2/

    My blog, Aestheticgraphy does not really fall into a specific criteria of writing but instead includes poems/motivation/life updates and is basically my life on a blog.
    If you like my content, do leave a follow and a comment because I am on my way to nearing 1000 followers!

    I’d love to check out your blogs as well so do link them in the comments!

    Thanks
    Riya

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    4. Just checked out your site. Love the inspirational pieces. Whoo Hoo heading towards the big 1000, congrats. How much time to you spend blogging??

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  7. Hello Community!!
    This weeks motivational Monday is my Icon of the Week (I showed my mom this video last week and she hasn’t stopped playing it since…)
    It’s CHER, because in an iconic interview she puts people in her place about what women can accomplish, using her own anecdote (and this was before the whole #MeToo and #TimesUp)
    Check the 30 second clip from the interview at https://bearybestblog.com/2018/03/05/icon-of-the-week/
    Enjoy!

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  12. Happy Monday guys. Here is why I don`t get the Monday Blues. My latest blog post.
    Also, it would be great if you could provide feedback on my posts and look of the blog as I tend to change it often as I never seem happy with it.
    http://bit.ly/2FfPE8C

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  15. Hello all. I’ve just published a post where I investigate why need superheroes. Me and my son normally post about all things Pop Culture and I’d love some feedback on the format of the post. I would also appreciate some feedback on the layout of my blog itself. Is it welcoming, is it easy to navigate, etc. Thanks a lot for your time and feedback.
    Feel free to comment about my post as well. Hope you also enjoy.
    https://popculturekings.wordpress.com/2018/03/05/typical-fan-the-psychology-of-why-we-need-superheroes/

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    2. I learned a lot about the history of superheroes and the current cultural context and application. Interesting perspective about how they can serve as both iconic and relatable figures for social change.

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    2. Great stuff! I agree with everything you suggest. 🙂
      I’ve just started sharing my blog on Reddit – my Harry Potter and Henry VIII posts have proven the most popular – more views than Twitter but less than Facebook!

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      1. I’ve never tried Reddit (or Quora) as a source of my traffic. Definitely should give them a try, because they also give you a higher DA 🙂

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      2. What a coincidence! I was just reading an article that recommended sharing blog posts on Reddit. Are there specific communities you share your posts in? Is the format similar to Facebook with a newsfeed?

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      3. It’s a little weird. There are topics to choose (subreddits) and some don’t allow blog posts. So I post in Historyblogs – but it’s the same content as here. But I haven’t shared all my posts, just a brief selection at the moment. The PC screen is a little odd – the app looks more modern but tbh I’ve only just touched the surface. I’m not sure I really need another social media platform!

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  20. Good afternoon everyone I hope you’re all having a lovely start to the week, or second day of the week if your week started yesterday!
    I posted a blog yesterday displaying my artwork and wrote a brief description about my style of art too. I usually post about my experiences, so if arts not your thing feel free to have a look at some other posts aswell ! And i’ll make certain to check out your blogs too! 💞🌸

    https://lifebehindkirstyseyes.wordpress.com/

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    2. Your art is amazing! Seriously. I left a little more in-depth comment on your blog. I look forward to having more time so I can glance through the rest of your stuff later! 😃

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  23. Hello lovely people!
    Hope you all have a great week ahead. It has been two months since I started my blog and I feel so humbled by the way I have been welcomed here ans my work has been appreciated. I was even nominated for the versatile blogger and liebster awards and I am so very thankful.
    I’m sharing the link to one of my recent posts. Do have a look! I’ll be sure to return the favour and continue the cycle of welcoming new bloggers.

    Murder

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  25. Hi community,
    I have written a poem on the prompt word Fabric related to an aspect of life
    Please review and give some feedback

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  30. Hi, everyone! I just published my fifth installment of my Tacopalooza blog series, a series in which I’m eating at and reviewing every taco place in my town of Odessa, TX (more than 80 total!). I’m incorporating vlogging, too; however, there were some technical problems on this one, so it’s just text-only. I would love for you to follow my adventures and see me complete my challenge! https://run4theroses.wordpress.com/2018/03/04/tacopalooza-5-mi-casa/

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