tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post5945293992334693335..comments2024-03-27T07:18:58.033+00:00Comments on Frances Garrood: Is blogging a waste of time?Frances Garroodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-55572752611540025432013-11-19T18:20:49.173+00:002013-11-19T18:20:49.173+00:00This comment has been removed by the author.Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-19200452968721789642013-11-16T13:43:40.034+00:002013-11-16T13:43:40.034+00:00Thanks, Keith. I will.Thanks, Keith. I will.Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-48460400748540030302013-11-16T10:47:18.014+00:002013-11-16T10:47:18.014+00:00I don't always leave comments but 'm a reg...I don't always leave comments but 'm a regular visitor to your blog, Frances. You always leave me with food for thought. Keep blogging.Keith Havershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05133563220362208820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-79436721636760260712013-11-15T17:01:27.093+00:002013-11-15T17:01:27.093+00:00Ah, but you don't have to take it for walks, M...Ah, but you don't have to take it for walks, Maggie, or pick up its....oh, never mind.Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-66279529842273949982013-11-15T13:28:34.051+00:002013-11-15T13:28:34.051+00:00One of these days I'll start up my own blog ag...One of these days I'll start up my own blog again, but it is a commitment - a bit like having a dog. You must feed it information and give it plenty of attention to keep it alive. Bloggers ususally migrate to those with similar interests. Facebook is for anyone, and often includes 'friends' you would rather not have. Keep blogging Frances. You are one of the select few that I follow.Maggie Mayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15938216505505274248noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-40775324196889293992013-11-15T09:40:39.863+00:002013-11-15T09:40:39.863+00:00Ps that should of course be NO intention!Ps that should of course be NO intention!Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-69210273935876940752013-11-15T09:38:13.215+00:002013-11-15T09:38:13.215+00:00Aren't you sweet, GB! I have in intention of g...Aren't you sweet, GB! I have in intention of giving up; just needed more arguments to use against people who think I'm wasting time (mainly myself).Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-60567587743376497052013-11-15T05:55:50.062+00:002013-11-15T05:55:50.062+00:00I have never once wondered if I'm wasting my t...I have never once wondered if I'm wasting my time blogging. Other people do that for me by telling me it's a waste of time. They often spend their time watching a thing called a television (the greatest potential waster of time ever invented). I agree with almost every positive comment made so far. I would add/reiterate that I have made some wonderful friends (both real and virtual) as a result of blogging. I hope you continue Frances. Blogland would be that bit poorer a place without you. GBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10289400344300258872noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-82510451093990395632013-11-14T19:00:28.510+00:002013-11-14T19:00:28.510+00:00How wise you are, DT!How wise you are, DT!Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-91736913717489752852013-11-14T15:38:17.815+00:002013-11-14T15:38:17.815+00:00Blogging can be used for many different purposes -...Blogging can be used for many different purposes - procrastination is just one of them! As for time, it is like money. Spending it is not necessarily wasting it, and saving it is not always making the best use of it.DawnTreaderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04533307672147117843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-21984686640336335022013-11-14T12:41:59.504+00:002013-11-14T12:41:59.504+00:00You're very kind, Fanny. As for Twitter, I dar...You're very kind, Fanny. As for Twitter, I daren't go near it. I'm quite easily distracted enough as it is. Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-82828616030929023872013-11-14T12:40:38.189+00:002013-11-14T12:40:38.189+00:00Thank you kindly, Joanna. Thank you kindly, Joanna. Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-5650659089956943782013-11-14T12:40:09.728+00:002013-11-14T12:40:09.728+00:00Keeps us writing...I'll hang on to that, Rosem...Keeps us writing...I'll hang on to that, Rosemary.Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-71094857563492046012013-11-14T12:39:47.940+00:002013-11-14T12:39:47.940+00:00I agree, Libby. I agree, Libby. Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-20631291492112007252013-11-14T12:39:16.769+00:002013-11-14T12:39:16.769+00:00I think maybe it's easier to justify the time ...I think maybe it's easier to justify the time spent if you go OUT to work, Meike, and have official coffee breaks. Discipline - or lack of it - is my biggest problem.Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-60594670252701494162013-11-14T12:38:05.170+00:002013-11-14T12:38:05.170+00:00Good for you, CM!Good for you, CM!Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-14001582176982459952013-11-14T12:37:45.243+00:002013-11-14T12:37:45.243+00:00Very good points, Patsy.Very good points, Patsy.Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-39442467029933118612013-11-14T12:37:16.757+00:002013-11-14T12:37:16.757+00:00Yes. The advice and tips (and experiences) from ot...Yes. The advice and tips (and experiences) from others are very worthwhile, L.Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-76544321273931308232013-11-14T12:36:13.651+00:002013-11-14T12:36:13.651+00:00I think we're in agreement here, Wendy.I think we're in agreement here, Wendy.Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-50005247853200426882013-11-14T12:35:39.988+00:002013-11-14T12:35:39.988+00:00Killing a few moments is what blogging does best, ...Killing a few moments is what blogging does best, Frances.It's when it slaughters half a day that you need to start worrying.Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-28058403135314823452013-11-14T12:34:31.501+00:002013-11-14T12:34:31.501+00:00I like that, Adrian. The thinking man's Facebo...I like that, Adrian. The thinking man's Facebook...<br /><br />If you email me, I will give you a private update on my current novel. Not for public consumption!Frances Garroodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10614916006798375706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-65473960775128449832013-11-14T09:46:02.882+00:002013-11-14T09:46:02.882+00:00Blogging can sometimes seem like a waste of time, ...Blogging can sometimes seem like a waste of time, especially when you're pushed for time, busily trying to get your work onto Amazon. <br />I'm recently new to blogging and beginning to enjoy it, although I don't think I'm going to join Facebook or Twitter (but never say never).<br />I like your blogs. I, also, like Joanna, found your books here. Keep it up.Frankie Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10787954599014677407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-30544139038414804262013-11-14T09:22:04.938+00:002013-11-14T09:22:04.938+00:00I don't think any piece of good or entertainin...I don't think any piece of good or entertaining or informative writing (or all three in the case of your posts) is ever a waste of anyone's time, either the writer's or the reader's. Your blog is where I found out about your books and so I shall always be very grateful it exists.Joannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10346863303904973315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-32735559495088215012013-11-14T09:15:42.685+00:002013-11-14T09:15:42.685+00:00I really enjoy the way in which blogs connect writ...I really enjoy the way in which blogs connect writers with each other, even if it's only online - although I've also met couple of online friends at the RNA conference! Definitely a form of procrastination but keeps us writing.Rosemary Gemmellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09311840205603508422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3132582821010486689.post-33228517257112506182013-11-14T07:09:43.869+00:002013-11-14T07:09:43.869+00:00I read blogs when I have my morning cup of tea.......I read blogs when I have my morning cup of tea....and should really be getting ready for work. Blogging is not a waste of time in my opinion...I enjoy it tremendously and enjoy the gentleness of it.libbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05552884005601003691noreply@blogger.com