Thing #12

1. I loved Cool Cat's observation, "(Commenting) is like having a vote on the topic." When you vote you release power to make a difference. So I think our responses to blogs can add credibility to the writer--or as cited in some of comments--change or modify a writer's point of view. Another point Cool Cat makes is that commenting gives credibility to your own blog. This reminds me that I need to work on my profile. I don't need to give out personal information, but I need to development an identity to connect with readers. The 3rd point I saw that I would like comment on is the book Here Comes Everybody, which observes that technology is changing the way we form groups: "people given tools to do things together without needing traditional organizational structures." What an awesome insight.



2. I am used to responding to my "circle of wise" internet community. There is something in me that wants to respond to someone who has somehow inspired me, taught me something, or showed such a generous spirit that I must send out a response and say, "Hey, I hear you, or thank you, or yes! keep at it, you can do it!" I will continue to keep responding--and try to adhere to those suggestions to be specific, to add knowledge and ideas, to encourage.



3. I will add to this request as I move through the 23 Things experience.