tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post6501967567463913122..comments2023-08-02T21:10:21.457-04:00Comments on Strands of Pattern: My First IWSG PostJeff Hargetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comBlogger63125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-74545718208536865882013-01-14T09:53:43.738-05:002013-01-14T09:53:43.738-05:00Definitely just a matter of time! ;)Definitely just a matter of time! ;)Heather R. Holdenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04309060285955963459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-87030138310214314772013-01-06T21:04:49.263-05:002013-01-06T21:04:49.263-05:00I hope you're feeling better. I must admit th...I hope you're feeling better. I must admit that I was unprepared for the slew of IWSG activity. I tried to hit all the participating blogs, but I'm sure I missed some. I must work out a system of some sort for next month! ;-)Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-18753269144749576732013-01-06T21:02:51.128-05:002013-01-06T21:02:51.128-05:00I've found myself admiring many blog titles ov...I've found myself admiring many blog titles over the past year. It's always fascinating to see what happens when folks wax witty and creative. Registering a domain is getting bumped higher on my to-do list, I think. ;-)Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-87124552762978787512013-01-06T05:34:57.688-05:002013-01-06T05:34:57.688-05:00Hi Jeff, I'm using the fact I'm ill to cat...Hi Jeff, I'm using the fact I'm ill to catch up on blog posts, specifically IWSG!<br /><br />I had the same insecurity. My blog started off as Wake up, Eat, Write, Sleep but one day shortly after my book was published I added my name to the front of it. I'd taken too long thinking of a great blog title to want to get rid of it totally, but I like that my name is there too.<br /><br />Just my tuppence worth!Annalisa Crawfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14943610814274794998noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-28443636027857309622013-01-05T19:45:57.988-05:002013-01-05T19:45:57.988-05:00I'd register your author name as a .com domain...I'd register your author name as a .com domain, (I've been meaning to do that,) but otherwise just go with your instincts. So far, is 'Strands of Pattern' working for you?<br /><br />Myself, I like that my Wordpress blog isn't just a conventional author name - it has my pseudonym in it, but also a little twist to make it sound more like a place or a thing. That's cool.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-84405500181533575992013-01-04T00:18:20.451-05:002013-01-04T00:18:20.451-05:00And a happy New Year to you as well! So, you'...And a happy New Year to you as well! So, you're an original? LOL It's great to hear folks like being supportive. It really is an excellent community of writers around here.<br /><br />I think you've got a good idea there, Michael. And thanks also for the welcome to the group. May your 2013 be a fabulous one!Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-11448509586343894522013-01-04T00:16:10.080-05:002013-01-04T00:16:10.080-05:00Cool. I think, however, once I can get a decent h...Cool. I think, however, once I can get a decent header image, I'll probably add my name to it just in case. But getting a really nice header may prove difficult. :-)Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-47819153548156112332013-01-03T23:56:58.834-05:002013-01-03T23:56:58.834-05:00Hi, Jeff,
Happy New Year...
Don't sweat it. ...Hi, Jeff,<br /><br />Happy New Year...<br /><br />Don't sweat it. AND welcome to IWSG... I am one of the first who signed up when ALEX decided to launch this. AND I am so glad I did. I love to be supportive of my fellow writers because our community is the BEST!<br /><br />I have a title for my blog too and I wouldn't change it for anything, It represents my feeling about our journey. In time .... All our dreams and aspirations can come true. And I use my name over it. Perhaps that might work for you...<br /><br /> JEFF HARGETT<br /><br /> STRANDS OF PATTERN<br /><br /><br /><br />That way you don't lose your title and we all know who you are.<br /><br />I hope this helps. ALL THE BEST FOR 2013!Michael Di Gesuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17047267262428143113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-24901392409670452132013-01-03T23:43:01.037-05:002013-01-03T23:43:01.037-05:00I agree with other commenters - I wouldn't wor...I agree with other commenters - I wouldn't worry too much about the name/blog title conundrum. I've seen folks who do it both ways, and it doesn't seem to confuse people either way.Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10680066584646789184noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-75266789580833519052013-01-03T20:14:42.774-05:002013-01-03T20:14:42.774-05:00Hey, Gary! Like you, I would offer up encourageme...Hey, Gary! Like you, I would offer up encouragement and support whenever possible (and still try to) but I figured it was time for me to finally bite the bullet and "officially" join the group. Glad you stopped by! Take care.Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-2407487020135330082013-01-03T20:12:32.915-05:002013-01-03T20:12:32.915-05:00I love your technical advice. It's so much lik...I love your technical advice. It's so much like my own! :-)Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-5210829308511497662013-01-03T18:51:02.487-05:002013-01-03T18:51:02.487-05:00Hi Jeff,
Personally, I would leave things just as...Hi Jeff,<br /><br />Personally, I would leave things just as they are. Your blog title has much significance. And like me, you also have your name on your blog site. I know there are a number of bloggers who have side blogs for varying genres. However, you are the expert on what you really think is best. Although I do not participate in these various blogfests, I wish you and all those who do participate, much encouragement and support.<br /><br />In kindness,<br /><br />Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-67338479301879991742013-01-03T06:43:43.051-05:002013-01-03T06:43:43.051-05:00Timely, Jeff. You seem to be doing just fine with ...Timely, Jeff. You seem to be doing just fine with your current arrangement. Hmm, yep, that's me done with the technical advice.Ericahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06043279516460824905noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-15719389695322830542013-01-03T00:30:42.711-05:002013-01-03T00:30:42.711-05:00That's good information to have. Thanks!
And ...That's good information to have. Thanks!<br /><br />And your point about consistency, even when using our name, is important too. My first short story is published as "Jeff Hargett" which is the same as my Google+ account, but my Twitter and Facebook Page is "Jeffrey S Hargett" so I'm not even consistent there either. LOLJeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-16829955431364177002013-01-03T00:23:16.591-05:002013-01-03T00:23:16.591-05:00Yes, I barely have enough time to manage what I...Yes, I barely have enough time to manage what I've got going now. An additional outlet requiring that much maintenance isn't practical for me right now. And thanks for the welcome!!Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-51703731461291408652013-01-03T00:22:08.430-05:002013-01-03T00:22:08.430-05:00Thanks Jennifer, for both the welcome and the comp...Thanks Jennifer, for both the welcome and the compliment. I'm actually surprised at the number of comments stating that the title was interesting or intriguing. That gives me a little confidence. Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-22086824414882470892013-01-03T00:18:56.738-05:002013-01-03T00:18:56.738-05:00The wise insight of a beta reading dragon should n...The wise insight of a beta reading dragon should never be dismissed. And it won't be dismissed by me! You raise a good point, Al. Thanks! (And I'm glad you made it back in once piece!)Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-58354389837602784302013-01-03T00:17:05.029-05:002013-01-03T00:17:05.029-05:00That does seem to be the most appropriate move. I...That does seem to be the most appropriate move. I'll have to put out a call for those who can create nice headers. (That is a skill I don't have.)Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-55163028648150096212013-01-03T00:14:27.646-05:002013-01-03T00:14:27.646-05:00Thanks for the welcome and compliment. I apprecia...Thanks for the welcome and compliment. I appreciate the pointers!Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-46387356452202291612013-01-03T00:13:20.921-05:002013-01-03T00:13:20.921-05:00Yes, just what little(?) I do now is a lot to mana...Yes, just what little(?) I do now is a lot to manage. The biggest struggle is trying to squeeze it all in around a demanding job that has no qualms about sucking hours out of nights and weekends too. Social media could become a full time job in itself. Adding more to the mix is a little frightening.Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-73993922804328944722013-01-03T00:10:22.070-05:002013-01-03T00:10:22.070-05:00Great to meet you too, Julie. It is good to know t...Great to meet you too, Julie. It is good to know that there are those who can relate with that insecurity. Sad, but still comforting. ;-)Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-71592106517647584732013-01-03T00:08:44.933-05:002013-01-03T00:08:44.933-05:00Thanks, Karen. We'll see how much easier it ge...Thanks, Karen. We'll see how much easier it gets with time. I sometimes fret over the silliest of things. ;-)Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-1234733523812913782013-01-03T00:07:21.385-05:002013-01-03T00:07:21.385-05:00And being among the happy ones is, I think, most i...And being among the happy ones is, I think, most important. Otherwise, what does it matter? A fantastic 2013 to you too!Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-81159194202354121142013-01-03T00:06:29.756-05:002013-01-03T00:06:29.756-05:00That's a valid consideration, Heather, about t...That's a valid consideration, Heather, about there not being only one way to brand ourselves. There is much I can do, playing off the current blog title, once the books are published. Just a matter of time, yes?Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3897178701274249737.post-29769544675893686152013-01-03T00:04:43.229-05:002013-01-03T00:04:43.229-05:00It seems the New Year was when a number of people ...It seems the New Year was when a number of people chose to begin with IWSG. And yes, I'm very glad for this group.Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.com