tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post7000232849725218038..comments2008-11-21T01:10:53.206-05:00Angiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06452027893718928662noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-23277921806684984882008-11-21T01:10:00.000-05:002008-11-21T01:10:00.000-05:00I love reading inspirational things and have big plans for my year too. I think I'd find it interesting. As the others said, if you don't care about making money, why not do it and see where it leads?<BR/><BR/>I am at the very beginning of my blogging experience (http://giveLDSgifts.com) and the research I've done has helped me think about and decide the purpose of my blog and how frequently I want to post. I have found those two things helpful to contemplate before jumping in.<BR/><BR/>Best of luck!Carolinehttp://giveldsgifts.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-16830287946427979412008-11-09T00:52:00.000-05:002008-11-09T00:52:00.000-05:00Check out this site - it's a very similiar premise. http://www.triplux.com/dayzero/Brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02045518395983857707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-75936995078426314222008-11-07T10:09:00.000-05:002008-11-07T10:09:00.000-05:00Idea is great. I'll read it, Dani.lili11http://www.blogger.com/profile/13355072240623773823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-42350795174022671832008-11-06T17:20:00.000-05:002008-11-06T17:20:00.000-05:00I think the idea for the blog is great. I'd focus on it being an expression of yourself. Then you can promote it on various blogs to get exposure. Don't worry about paying for hosting...save that money and put it towards your first goal :)Vickihttp://notsosahm.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-22447895786894424782008-11-05T16:35:00.000-05:002008-11-05T16:35:00.000-05:00I LOVE the idea....and I know that there are a lot of other readers who would love it to. I wouldn&#39;t &quot;think&quot; it too much, but rather just jump right in. I began my blog only 6 weeks ago, so I&#39;m at the beginning of my learning curve, which is exciting, fun &amp; also frustrating at times. Like the Nike add says &quot;Just Do It.&quot; You&#39;ve got nothing to lose.Zipporahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01721462548697888744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-40943968269869561372008-11-05T11:00:00.000-05:002008-11-05T11:00:00.000-05:00I'd like to just add that if YOU think it's interesting, there will be a BUTT LOAD of others who will also think it's interesting :)<BR/><BR/>I say, "just do it" and have fun! you could always stop if you get bored/tired so it doesn't hurt. It's all about the adventure baby!Budgets are Sexyhttp://www.budgetsaresexy.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-59339168776279289602008-11-04T13:16:00.000-05:002008-11-04T13:16:00.000-05:00Thank you everybody for your advice! You've really given me the boost of self-confidence I needed to get things going. For those interested I should have the blog up by the end of the week at the latest. Your inputhas really helped me see where I should go with this. <BR/>Thank you Angie for posting this! I appreciate it so much.<BR/>And thank you Heather for your kind words! You've really inspired me with your blog and hearing advice directly from you means a lot to me.Danihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15294877101638943837noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-60117029442389382142008-11-04T11:48:00.000-05:002008-11-04T11:48:00.000-05:00It sounds interesting to me too. The kinds of blog that Dani is contemplating is the kind that those of us who are always shooting for self improvement would enjoy, I think. I would read it, so long as it's interesting. Good luck.Valerie Dykstrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10989478899645154654noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-29987037406524660652008-11-04T11:21:00.000-05:002008-11-04T11:21:00.000-05:00Hi Dani -- check out 99 changes -- it's a blog by the same guy who writes No Credit Needed. He documents 99 changes he is trying to make in life and his progress. You might want to connect with him. <BR/><BR/>I say go for it!Carol Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13714790038586958316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-80096162360801368322008-11-04T10:57:00.000-05:002008-11-04T10:57:00.000-05:00I agree with everyone else...it sounds very interesting! And even if no one ever reads it, I bet you will find you enjoy just talking about all your adventures and the challenges and successes along the way. But people WILL read it, and they WILL be inspired. Good luck!Courtneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02609465835354957606noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-3680268385535885092008-11-04T09:18:00.000-05:002008-11-04T09:18:00.000-05:00Hi Dani,<BR/><BR/>Your blog idea sounds really interesting. <BR/><BR/>As an elementary student I remember our teacher reading to us all about the "World Walker's" travels. The World Walker planned to walk all the way around the world and wrote about everything he saw. I absolutely loved hearing about his experiences!<BR/><BR/>I think people would be really interested in taking a peek into your lively life!<BR/><BR/>You should give blogging a try.It's a neat learning experience, plus a good accountability tool for you. <BR/><BR/>Take Care,<BR/><BR/>TrixieTrixiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15854681535965689209noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-45549819789371041342008-11-04T07:48:00.000-05:002008-11-04T07:48:00.000-05:00I think that sounds fun! Don't be discouraged if nobody reads your blog in the first few weeks. It takes awhile for people to find it. (Like my new blog!).<BR/><BR/>Don't put any money into it initially; you can always move to a host later.<BR/><BR/>And, as you continue posting, be sure to comment on others' blogs and participate in carnivals and things so people can find you.<BR/><BR/>If you had a blog on that topic, I think I would read it.Mrs. Makeoverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00293396218525201808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-20774911210573528262008-11-03T22:37:00.000-05:002008-11-03T22:37:00.000-05:00Go for it, Dani! It sounds like you would probably be documenting your process in achieving your goals no matter what - so a blog is just another format for that which brings you some interaction with others. So the question is - do you want that interaction? Do you want to help motivate other people achieve their goals? Do you want their encouragement for achieving your own goals? Do you feel that you have something valuable to offer your readers?<BR/><BR/>Angie is right, you can certainly host your blog for free and decide at a later date if you want to invest any money in it. I like to remind new bloggers that you are in complete control of your blog. You do not have to update it several times a day - you could even update it once a week or once a month. If you are concerned that nobody will read it then you need to consider if you are willing to invest some time into networking with potential readers and your fellow bloggers. Networking will bring you readers. Even a small audience could prove valuable for you - it's all about what you want to get out of your blogging experience.<BR/><BR/>I'm happy to hear you are reading my blog and please let me know what I can do to help you as you consider embarking on a blogging journey. I can certainly tell you that blogging has been a great experience for me - and I think it can be for most people who enjoy writing.<BR/><BR/>-Heather<BR/><A HREF="http://freebies4mom.com" REL="nofollow">Freebies 4 Mom</A>Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07995807344587490716noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-66094268399778424002008-11-03T22:00:00.000-05:002008-11-03T22:00:00.000-05:00Dani, I think it all depends on what your goals really are. If you're<BR/>starting a blog in the hopes of a part time job that makes money, I<BR/>would urge you to read sites like Pro Blogger and the Blog Coach<BR/>forums so you have an idea of how realistic/unrealistic your goals<BR/>are. If your goal is to inspire millions of people, you have to be<BR/>willing to put in the work to publicize your blog. But if you're<BR/>blogging as a hobby because you truly enjoy it, then go for it. Like<BR/>Angie said, you can easily start blogs for free - she and I both did<BR/>:)Cathynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646050951626315427.post-1116172203482019202008-11-03T19:48:00.000-05:002008-11-03T19:48:00.000-05:00Hi Dani,<BR/>First, you won't need to pay for hosting, so that's not a concern. I suggest using Blogger.com. It's a free service.Angiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06452027893718928662noreply@blogger.com