I love comments as most bloggers do…

“The Comment Box by Vox

You know the feeling of excitement you get when you open your mailbox and discover a letter from an old friend? That’s the same feeling bloggers get when they see someone’s left them a comment. Lately I’ve been wondering: what if we applied the Golden Rule to commenting and sent more “hand-written notes” to brighten each other’s day?

After all, blogging isn’t just about speaking your mind; it’s about joining a conversation, reaching out to new people and exposing yourself to new ideas and cultures. When you read a smart, funny or engaging blog post, there are a lot of different reason to leave a comment: to learn, to convince, to reinforce, or just to be part of a community.

Plus, not only does commenting let the person whose post you’re reading know what you’re thinking, you may also attract a few new friends, neighbors… and comments of your own! And, if you’re not sure what to say, [this is good] is a quick and easy way to let someone know you enjoyed her post.

Leaving comments will likely get you more comments in return, but if you want to ensure you get more comments from your friends and neighbors, here are a few simple things you can do:

Ask for them. Pose questions. Be open-ended. Respond to those who do leave comments.

Learn even more about comments in the Knowledge Base.

And the next time you come across a post, photo or video that makes you smile, be sure to leave a comment saying just that!“

So thanks to all of you who’ve left me comments with your support, thoughts, suggestions and feedback. Keep ‘em coming!