Thing #11

I think that commenting on blogs creates a sense of community and interaction because basically it makes the blog interactive.  If someone is posting thoughts, and no one is there to respond, then they are essentially talking to themselves, or posting to themselves.  The interaction between the blog owner and people who post onto the blog is essential to the successfulness (and continuation) of the blog and the thoughts inside that blog.  I found other things in the articles important as well.  First, it is important to comment, but it is just as important to say something.  Not to just be a "troll".  Make sure when you comment, it's a real comment.  Also, when someone comments on your posts, try to thank them for their input.  The article points out that this is not a "rule" but it is good.  

Blogs I posted on:

Mr. T's Avatar post - 1stly because I liked his screen name, and then enjoyed what his blog said.

Bennett's post about validity of information found on the Internet because it had a stream of posts and I wanted to "add" to a discussion.

Chandler's post about Flicker.  He had a Disney pic that caught my eye~and his post was interesting.

I commented on Jane's post about her struggles with the Avatar!  She is great and I wanted to send a little encouragement her way. :)