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I'm sorry for yesterday and today's lack of updates. After having overnight guests and hosting a weekend full of World Cup festivities, we are nothing short of pooped. Even the little guy shares in our fatigue: I know we have a nice DSLR with which we can take fabulous photos. I also know that I can draw back the curtains to let in some light into the dim living room before attempting to take any pictures in these dismal light conditions. But I am too tired and lazy so you'll just have to make do with this fuzzy, noise-filled camera phone picture. I'll be back soon with regular updates, I swear. ...

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Censoring Comments

Jun 09. 2010

Yesterday, reader Ashley asked in a comment:

Do you have a problem with negative comments? I haven't noticed any, but you probably delete them.

I am lucky that most of the people who choose to comment here are polite and courteous, if not overly supportive. However, I do get the nasty comment here and there and I must admit that it stings. That being said, I have NEVER deleted a comment (aside from spam). Even the ones that have called me names, attacked me for my personal and/or religious beliefs, or were just plain unwarranted. I do not want the visitors to this blog to feel like they're being censored. Sure, I may get upset and I will most likely write a rebuttal, but that is...

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The Power of Social Media, the Invisible Line, and a Giveaway!

Jun 08. 2010

I am fully aware of the fact that in order for a blog to grow and become popular, I need to be proactive and "get out there." Social media. Guest blogging. Maybe perhaps some advertising. But honestly? I'm too lazy. That is why I am so grateful for my internet friends who link to Geek in Heels from their sites. I love you guys — I really do! And when power Digg/StumbleUpon/Delicious users link to my site, the traffic literally spikes through the roof...

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Your Preferred Commenting Medium

Jun 03. 2010

If there is one thing that all bloggers have in common, it is that they want to be read. And let's face it; receiving comments can be pretty addictive too. It then comes as no surprise that you will find a blogger publicizing his/her site by linking to new posts via Facebook and Twitter. Heck, I'm guilty of this too — I used to post links to new entries on Facebook and Twitter. I no longer do this. Why? Because more often than not, I would receive more comments on Facebook or Twitter than on my blog. Am I the only blogger who has had this problem? I understand why people choose to comment on Facebook or Twitter instead of on the blog itself: convenience. But I personally prefer...