Cuckoo's gift

I was tagged by Cuckoo. She asks: What Does Blogging Mean to Me!

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Rules of this tag:

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1. Name the person with link who tagged you.

2. Complete the questionnaire without changing the questions.

3. Tag 6 or more people.

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I was tagged by Cuckoo.

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Q1. Are you happy/ satisfied with your blog, with its content and look? Yes, I’m happy with Blogger. The look and content represent me well. I like the very clean, uncomplicated template that allows for a light, quick read. To me, Blogger feels more honest, and even less hormone dependent (if that makes sense) than other media.

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Q2. Does your family know about your blog? I find it surprising that some of the people I am physically closest to, don’t have the least interest in being a part of it. My wife has been looking into it more frequently, though, and I really appreciate that.

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Q3. Do you feel embarrassed to let your friends know about your blog or you just consider it as a private thing? Wha…? If it was meant to be private, there are ways to do that. Leaving comments all over creation says I’m a social bugger and privacy is not my biggest concern. The more, the merrier!

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Q4. Did blogs cause positive changes in your thoughts? Absolutely. For example, I am more careful to avoid making fun of people. Playful teasing may be fine in some cases, but I try not to bash people whose ideologies clash with mine.

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Q5. Do you only open the blogs of those who comment on your blog or you love to go and discover more by yourself? Due to time constraints, my commenters definitely get priority, but I occasionally enjoy burrowing into the sidebars.

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Q6. What does visitors counter mean to you? Do you care about putting it in your blog? Did you ever say something out loud at a gathering, only to find out no one was paying attention? I use the site meter just to know that someone was listening, but I do not post the numbers and try not to let the stats rule over my content.

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Q7. Did you try to imagine your fellow bloggers and give them real pictures? I use a real photo of myself, and although I wish I knew what everybody looked like, I respect their privacy, and even enjoy the mystery of knowing a mind, but not a face.

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Q8. Do you think there is a real benefit for blogging? Many! Expanding your horizons, learning from people, receiving a blessing as well as being a blessing.

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Q9. Do you think that bloggers’ society is isolated from real world or interacts with events? It definitely has the potential do either. I try to use the blog to interact with head and heart issues rather than use it for regurgitating news highlights. Others, like David are best at turning those stories into good coffee table conversation.

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Q10. Does criticism annoy you or do you feel it’s a normal thing? I try not to take myself too seriously; taking criticism is a tricky thing. The ego that is never shaken is quite possibly out of control, but an ego can certainly be too fragile if criticism is always received negatively. I like to think that I am somewhere in the middle… sometimes apprehensive, but usually bouncing back quickly in a healthy way.

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Q11. Do you fear some political blogs and avoid them? I generally avoid them. There is simply not enough time to be a part of every special interest group. Even the ones that I agree with.

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Q12. Did you get shocked by the arrest of some bloggers? Some bloggers certainly ought to get arrested, but I wouldn’t mention any names… Martin! (Just kidding.) I have not heard about this arrest, but I believe we should be held accountable for our words. Does anybody have more details on this?

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Q13. Did you think about what will happen to your blog after you die? After I die, all my writings will be taken totally out of context. People will start reading it backwards and supposedly find messages there. The readership may even multiply to like, a couple dozen readers and sadly, I would have missed it all. There is a lump forming in my throat right now. Next question.

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Q14. What do you like to hear? What’s the song you might like to put a link to, in your blog? Nothing at all. I like music and have perfect hearing, but it’s a form of distraction. I never turn the sound on when I use the computer. When hovering through the blogosphere, I am exclusively in visual mode.

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Who shall I tag now? People, I won't be offended if you don't play, but rules are rules, so I'm tagging: Sandman, Oz Lady, 23 Degrees, Halfmom, Llama in Need, Taliesin and Pete

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