Dr Tanya is asking if comments add to the value of a post.
She says:
The comments feature is one of my favourite aspects of blogging. I love interacting with readers and writers. Being only human, I have at times left comments like “Good one”, “Great Post,” or “Loved This”. It is the longer, “meaningful: comments that are the subject of today’s discussion.
TODAY’S QUESTION
Do you think that comments add value to a blog post? If so, how?
One of the reasons I enjoy blogging is the interaction between us on our posts.
I have been lucky in that mine have been kind, as even if I didn’t agree with their perspective, it did give me cause to think about a different angle, respect their point of view and learn by constructive criticism.
Comments offer support and insight in times of concern and worry, an inner family who don’t pass judgement on past behaviour or misdeeds, rather offering the benefit of their experience and thought processes.
I have read comments on some posts that are thought provoking and entertaining in their own way, on some the banter between bloggers is funny, teasing and respectful. This in turn can lead to inspiration for new posts and ideas.
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I love getting comments!
I know you do Jim! It’s nice to know something we’ve written has generated some. Have a good day my friend.
Comments are nice ( not the trolls 😉 )but not necessary , some people find it hard to express their feelings and that’s ok.
This is also true, and whilst some of us mean well, somehow the words come out sounding trite and insincere.
I think that’s what some are afraid of when they really love the post but don’t know how to express it sincerely.
You’re right Holly.
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You’re right on all aspects of commenting.
Thanks. It makes it worthwhile.
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I agree, love comments.
Thanks for posting one here Cheryl.
It seems funny leaving a comment on a post about comments. 😀
It does, doesn’t it, and sometimes you can get quite a conversation going!
“Comments offer support and insight in times of concern and worry, ”
I totally agree Di, to this and all the rest.
Thank you. When I was going through my cancer treatments, the support I got from fellow bloggers was wonderful as it was when I lost my Mum in 2018. It still is in respect of other health issues and of course Maggie. I can’t thank everyone enough for their kindness.
You’re very welcome Di. 😍💕
Way back when Xanga was my platform, some of my comments on a particular post were so funny that I chuckled for days… The comments were better than the post!
I have that too!
I recently read some feedback on a photographer’s page on Facebook. He commented that by only receiving “likes” for his images it was a very a very one sided dialogue.
I agreed, I love his work and get so much enjoyment from his amazing images. Likewise WordPress reader is my contact with the outside world ATM, I love reading your blog and everyone’s comments, so keep them coming.
Thank you so very much. I’m a bit of a windbag and post several things a day, so hopefully there will be something you like and enjoy. I love comments, so please do so! What is your name please?