What do you suppose he means by that?

For any of you who have wondered; yes I really am an Idiot. I completely forgot about hanging this post on-line until I read its counterpart over at Braja’s (DOH!).

Braja and I were corresponding the other day about comments on our blogs and how, although we appreciate a lot of the comments we receive, sometimes less is more.
Just typing that last sentence strikes me as odd. After all, do we not all desire the recognition and appreciation that come through comments? Of course, we do. But one of the things I’ve discovered about myself through this internet adventure of blogging is that, when it comes to comments, I prefer quality over quantity.

In other words, if you can’t think of anything to say, don’t say it.

Here’s how to know if you have nothing of value to add after reading a blog post:

• You find yourself staring at a blank comment box for more that 30 seconds
• You can’t remember what the post was about
• You become covered in cob-webs from sitting too long in one position
• Your ass goes to sleep in your chair
• You decide you will come back and comment right after you return from having the root-canal you’ve been putting off
• You think you owe this blogger a comment so you’d better write something
• You don't really want to comment but are trying to boost your readership (and if you leave a comment then maybe you’ll get one back)

Don’t get me wrong; I love my blog friends and appreciate the time it takes to read whatever I’ve posted, so a thousand thank-yous for your support. But I’m not one to judge the work I’m doing by counting comments, so you can let yourself off that hook. If you’ve got something you want to say, bring it on. I love to hear from you. If not, maybe next time.

Having said all that, a word of caution, dear friends: internet communication, whether it be commenting, tweeting, or emailing is tricky. It is a difficult medium through which to convey the feelings behind your words. I have seen many instances where comments, meant to be funny or cute, have been misinterpreted by the receiver. Please give some thought to how well you know a person before trying to be funny. And, keep in mind that, even if the blogger to whom you are commenting, knows you well enough to “get” your sense of humor, lots of other people who are seeing your public comment do not. You don’t want to come off as an horse's arse in front of the entire blogosphere. I’ve tried it, and trust me, it sucks.

Now, for a more eloquently written piece on the same subject by the dynamic (and very stylish) Braja, click right here