A Blogger's Deal: Regular Posts in Exchange for Reader Engagement
A blogger reflects on where blog ideas come from—words, events, or ongoing work—and shares the challenge of balancing blog writing with working on a book proposal while managing a chronic illness. After a conversation with her husband about her obligation to readers, she proposes a deal: she'll post thoughtful content every two weeks if readers engage in conversation through comments and social media, emphasizing that blogging for her is about building community.
Key quotes
I had a great topic for a blog post, but I was in the shower or out in the garden or walking or doing something other than writing so my idea took flight and disappeared, leaving me just like the swallowtail butterfly in our garden with the half missing wing.
He said I have an obligation to blog readers to post on my scheduled days, to provide regular content on a set schedule.
So, here's the deal. I'll do my best to send you something thoughtful every two weeks if you promise to engage in the comments or online.
Blogging for me is about creating a community. You readers are my people!
I know it's hard to manage the deluge of newsletters and podcasts et cetera out there. I've done my fair share of cutting down my newsletter subscriptions because I just can't reasonably keep up.
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