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What is the appeal of Blogs?</STRONG><BR><BR>No idea.... but they are in a trend
at the time being. I think perhaps it's the modern way of having multiple pen
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<DIV><BR><FONT face=Arial size=2><STRONG>> Do people who have Blogs think
that no one will read them and put their own spin on
things?</STRONG><BR><BR>People do that regardless, whether it's a comment in a
blog, email, hearsay, eavesdropping, or out of their own imagination. Not
even walking on eggshells can prevent gossip... so why walk on eggshells and let
others rule what you do/don't do in daily life? Just go about life (and
blogs) in a way you think is right. It's all anyone can do,
really.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><BR><BR><FONT face=Arial size=2><STRONG>> What do you do if someone
takes your blog out of context?</STRONG><BR><BR>Keep my posting intact,
unedited, with the original time and date stamp. If it's a big deal,
then I may confront those involved for clarity. Otherwise, pay no heed to
the gossip.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><BR><BR><FONT face=Arial size=2><STRONG>> How do you let someone know if
something on a blog hurts you?</STRONG><BR><BR>Leave a comment or preferably
contact that author privately. There's usually a link to their email address
available in the profiles section, permitting you to do so. I've had only
one person utilize this, but it was entirely disappointment in my
essay skills in a single posting and never "you hurt me".</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2><BR><BR><STRONG>> Personally I would much rather
talk to people on the phone or in person or write my private thoughts in a diary
than something that can be accessed by anyone with a internet
connection.</STRONG><BR><BR>My lifestyle is quite active and often has me
posting at 3am. Is that what time I should call my friends or show up for a chat
over coffee? And I'd rather my fellow bloggers don't call me with their 3am
improv haiku, please. Additionally, what I have to say in person
privately is a very different conversation from what I say publicly in my
blog. I think that's also the case for many bloggers out
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<DIV><BR><BR><FONT face=Arial size=2><STRONG>> Do you think that Officers,
nobles, peers etc should be held to higher standard on a blog? If so
why?</STRONG><BR><BR>No, unless they are using the blog as a tool to cause harm
*and* make strong claims as a member of the SCA. (For this reason and some
personal preferences expressed on my blog, I removed it from SCA related
blogrings).</FONT></DIV>
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If problems arise from a blog comment what do you think is the best way to
correct that situation?</STRONG><BR><BR>Talk to those involved face to face in
the same room, in person. Communicate openly, fairly, honestly, and calmly. And
this isn't advice just for bloggers, but anyone in conflict with others. It
deletes opportunity for lies, misunderstandings, and gives each person
the chance to deal with the issue at hand. <BR></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV> My blog started off as a fighting journal for training
as a squire, it eventually became an outlet where I can mutter thoughts or post
things that entertain my friends/readers. Do I post things to hurt
anyone? I certainly don't mean to. Do I buff-over statements? Sometimes. But
there's alot in my life that's no one's business, so I don't post that
information. On the other side of the coin, I won't sugar-coat things that have
a strong effect either. I'm well-aware that many people in my barony,
kingdom, other kingdoms, other countries, and even some non-SCA folks read it.
It's my personal space on the web, and if anyone's interested they're welcome to
read it as well. If you don't like what you see, then there are billions
of more blogs out there that may appeal to you more. It's
that simple.</DIV>
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<DIV> Blogs have been around alot longer than most realize.
The trend is recent, but I've watched people's comments rip and shred the author
for years. Even more recently, someone dear to me was just located via her blog
by a former stalker. That's why it's important to keep the private matters
private and educate yourself on the "block reader" features. Especially, utilize
the filters for private or protected postings. And never post your exact
location, full name, etc. Just always keep in mind how public the forum is, what
you say, and you're fine.</DIV>
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<DIV>~Colete</DIV>
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