Thing #4

Commenting on other authors blogs is very important.  Blogging engages interaction between blogger authors, and draws many points and ideas aboard.  "Commenting is being a responsible blogger."  There were many important points that I came across when reading about commenting.  When commenting on a blog, you shouldn't be afraid to do it!  Even if you are new at blogging, your input can be useful.  When you do comment, add a little about yourself.  Other authors like to know what people think of what they posted, and what type of people are commenting.  By posting on other blog pages, it draws attention to your own blog.  Do not be a "death commenter." This meaning, even if you are down with happenings in your own life, that doesn't mean you need to be negative towards others.  If you don't have anything nice to say then don't say anything at all would be the best way to go about things.  However, if you must criticize, do it kindly.  Make sure to criticize in a manner that will not upset anyone, and it is just informing them your thoughts of the matter.  Another important fact about commenting that will draw attention to you is to be opened ended with questions or comments.  Also, interact with other people who have posted comments on other blogs.  It is just important to comment on other blogs all around.

The five blogs that I posted on are:
Jeffrey Doyles Blog-Thing number 8.  He used the word believe.  And I really liked that.  He said that is the one word that he wants his students leaving his classroom remembering and I think that is an amazing word for students to remember.  Students should always believe.
Amanda's 23 Things-Thing number 9.  Amanda used the smiley's holding a sign like I did.  I commented on hers because I agreed with her about the smiley's being cute.
Hope Erwin's Blog- Thing 7.  I commented on Hope's blog  because of the picture she posted.  I really liked her vintage picture of a camera.  I also really enjoyed how she introduced her blogs.  She made it seem more like her personal blog instead of an assignment.  Great job hope, I really enjoyed reading it!!
Alison Curtis- Thing number 1.  I commented on this blog because I agree with her that people should take responsibility for their own actions.
Lowen education- Thing number 8.  I commented on this blog because I liked the picture of the book mashups.  It was cute and unique.