tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post7605238024580578063..comments2023-07-05T11:18:53.489-04:00Comments on Imperfectly Painted: Talk it Out Tuesday: Blogger IdentityStephanie Merlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04600557762841800023noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post-29802018558634509812012-11-28T21:20:09.124-05:002012-11-28T21:20:09.124-05:00i am a blogger (not nail polish) and i do struggle...i am a blogger (not nail polish) and i do struggle with my voice/identity. it's really hard not to compare yourself to other blogs sometimes. i also think that i am a more "casual" blogger or at least one who kind of does things on my own schedule based on what i fee like. i think there is a lot of pressure sometimes but i know i wouldn't have fun if i changed my blog to fit in. and if it's not fun, then there's really no point in it, at least for me.<br /><br /><br />i like your blog as is and think you just need to stay true to yourself. :)fishgirl182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post-46666146996972886852012-11-28T08:21:34.747-05:002012-11-28T08:21:34.747-05:00One of my favorite things about your blog is that ...One of my favorite things about your blog is that you are real! I love your casual blogging style, and would much rather real the posts of an "average" person than a blog that's all spit and polish (no pun intended!). I blog only as a personal record of what I've tried re: nail art, with the occasional post thrown in about my kids, stuff I wouldn't necessarily put in their scrapbooks. I won't say "don't change", because your blog will probably morph as you grow as a person, but I will say, "Do not allow anyone to pressure you to be something you're not!"Jennifer Bristolnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post-11689652987182903562012-11-27T19:41:51.969-05:002012-11-27T19:41:51.969-05:00Thank you so much. I think it's the saddest th...Thank you so much. I think it's the saddest thing in the world not to write with your own voice, so I'm glad I got over that! Phew. :)Just Me Leahhttp://justmeleah.blogspot.co.uk/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post-68525142020691850512012-11-27T19:10:45.400-05:002012-11-27T19:10:45.400-05:00Go right ahead! I don't mind at all. I'm g...Go right ahead! I don't mind at all. I'm glad you are able to more yourself on your blog now.I think you should be "you" in your blog!!!imperfectpaintnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post-74007699483455643972012-11-27T19:08:41.596-05:002012-11-27T19:08:41.596-05:00I think I struggle with my voice as a writer somet...I think I struggle with my voice as a writer sometimes. When I first started, I didn't want to be too 'me', as I thought that was a bad thing! But then, if I leave so much of myself out, I can seem characterless and bland. I guess I just have to hope people get me. I'm much more able to be myself now. Do you mind if I answer the questions you asked at the top of the post on my blog (with credit and link, of course)? I think these are questions most bloggers would find useful. xxJust Me Leahhttp://justmeleah.blogspot.co.uk/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post-69098931699144095642012-11-27T16:54:09.988-05:002012-11-27T16:54:09.988-05:00I totally understand you and in the beginning I qu...I totally understand you and in the beginning I questioned a lot of things about my blog and blogger identity. Then I just realized I will only be happiest doing what I love whether it fits in or not. It is my outlet and I love it!<br /><br /><br />Love your blog as well. Keep doing what your doing!Mirandahttp://www.MirandasMakeupandMore.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post-54761521227910188502012-11-27T16:13:42.680-05:002012-11-27T16:13:42.680-05:00As a new blogger, I mainly feel confused LOL! I st...As a new blogger, I mainly feel confused LOL! I started my blog to have a place to share my new nail polish obsession. My family was getting quite tired of discussing the new OPI line and glitter suppliers! Now, with six amazing followers, I feel like I am talking to myself most of the time. I think of things I want to blog about, then decide not to bother because no one will see it anyway. I need to decide if I am blogging for myself, or just wanting other people to listen to me babble. I guess I see it as my journal that I have invited others in to read...then it is frustrating when no one wants to read it!Rachel@FlashYourTipsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post-69796136356949265982012-11-27T14:11:51.890-05:002012-11-27T14:11:51.890-05:00I've only been blogging for a little while, bu...I've only been blogging for a little while, but I think every blogger needs to address the question of why they are blogging. Like Stephanie Piper I also started my blog as a creative outlet and a way to express myself, but I'm still struggling to make my blog my own and find my own voice. I try not to get concerned with things like number of followers, or how many people "like" or "reblog" a post (I'm on Tumblr so it's a bit different), but I still find myself getting frustrated when a post doesn't seem popular or happy when people decide to follow me. I have a hard time trying not to let the numbers get to me and to focus on the connections that I make, which is more important to me.Meghanhttp://willpaintnailsforfood.tumblr.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post-51756053918538252062012-11-27T14:10:07.718-05:002012-11-27T14:10:07.718-05:00As a non-blogger and a blog reader, I appreciate t...As a non-blogger and a blog reader, I appreciate the effort it goes into having a blog. I am just grateful that you are willing to do it and I can enjoy it. Thanks for what you do!AShttp://twitter.com/AS1929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post-71580917017028597962012-11-27T13:44:34.877-05:002012-11-27T13:44:34.877-05:00This is something I've been thinking about rec...This is something I've been thinking about recently. I still don't have the answer though, lol.<br /><br /><br />I just want to say that I love your blog and your funny personality definitely comes through when I read your posts. It's a pleasure ;0).MariJo Nailsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post-17681526146884882922012-11-27T13:30:22.330-05:002012-11-27T13:30:22.330-05:00This is something I am struggling to figure out as...This is something I am struggling to figure out as well Steph. I started my blog in April and I am still finding my way and figuring out how to best represent "me". I think you did a great job in explaining what you want and are looking for when yo blog.ValiantlyVarnishednoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8464987304149443821.post-59853871977643938222012-11-27T12:28:28.875-05:002012-11-27T12:28:28.875-05:00I think this is a problem for a lot of bloggers St...I think this is a problem for a lot of bloggers Steph! I think I have goals for my blog, but at times it seems like they will become unreachable and I think I need to remember that I started my blog as a creative outlet because my real life job doesn't allow much creativity. I think it's tough for everyone at times even if we don't all talk about it :)<br /><br />I sincerely love your blog and hope you don't change! You're awesome just the way you are!Stephanie Piperhttp://www.sincerelystephanienails.com/noreply@blogger.com