Hey you! Welcome back to another Par-TAY. Hope you have your best goods ready to go because I am ready to read. To borrow a line from Marvin Gaye…”let’s get it on”.
What is a Bloghole?:
~Definition courtesy of Urban Dictionary
The idea for this blog hop came to me after a Twitter conversation a few months ago. After finding out that bloggers are tired of all the “rules” that come attached to other blog hops, I decided to make a place for bloggers to link up with no strings attached. You get to decide who you read, who you follow, what you like, with no pressure to follow back. Just in case you don’t remember, here are the few rules that I have established;
1. You are not required to follow anyone. You are not even required to follow me as the host or post my NEW blog hop button on your blog page. You ARE however, welcome to grab my blog or Bloghole Blog Hop button any time. This hop is for those of you that link up to gain real, true followers. As a matter of fact, I ask you not to follow if you are one of those people who will follow for a day then un-follow once that person has followed you back. If you don’t like my blog, that’s fine, I won’t have any hurt feelers about it. I understand that I am not for everyone, never have been and never will be. I would rather you not follow than follow and not read. Please, I beg you, only follow those blogs that you are really going to read on a regular basis. If you REALLY want to follow a blog, sign up for updates by email, that right there proves your long-term commitment.
2. After reading their entire post, leave a meaningful comment on those blogs that you do decide to follow. What do I mean by a “meaningful” comment? Here are some examples of what does NOT constitute a “meaningful” comment:
3. Spread this hop all over the interwebs. Tweet it, Facebook it, Pin it, Google + it. Why? Not because I want people to come here and read my stuff, well I guess I kind of do but I want them to come find YOU as well. This Hop is all about YOU. If people don’t know about this how will they know to;
4. Be sure to put your blog in the appropriate “category”. Don’t know exactly where you fit? Choose the ONE that is MOST fitting for YOU. I know some <ahem> parenting blogs are funny, some crafty blogs include food, find the one that MOST fits your blog. For example, I would put my own blog in the humor section because even though I write about parenting, I like to think my humor about it is what brings you all back. This makes it easier not just for you, but for readers as well. Let’s be honest, not every blog floats every person’s boat. If you don’t like DIY blogs, you don’t want to click on one. If you don’t like parenting blogs, or humor blogs, or giveaway blogs, or foodie blogs….you get the picture. Let’s just say I’m making it easy on you to find what YOU want to read. If you don’t see a category for you, put it in the “other” category. PLEASE let me know if there is a category I should add down in the comments below, I don’t want to leave anyone out!
So…here we go, find your category, link up your ONE, (only one please) favorite post from the past couple of weeks, read some other great blogs, and most importantly…DON’T BE A BLOGHOLE! Please only link up in ONE category. Oh, and if you want to keep this going, please leave me kind comments below. Suggestions are always welcome!
Comments
Thanks for the linky opportunity. Have a great week!
Debbie recently posted…INTERNAT ADVENTURES: MUSICAL MEMORIES
So cool that you are doing this. Thanks! I’m a new follower, and enjoying the fun.
The Tired Mother recently posted…The Mother Load
Thanks for doing this! It’s always fun to find great new blogs to follow here!
Jen @ Cuddles and Chaos recently posted…Versatile Files: Peplum Top
Would love to participate, but I’m electronically challenged….how do I “link up?” Can you help a sistah out? Thanks!
Click on the blue button in your category and follow the instructions…BOOM. Done.
Thanks so much for this! I don’t have a regular blog, I do reviews and blog tours for Indie authors. I have a soft spot for them – like a lot of people like to only buy from locally owned businesses. I follow your blog though, and I have for a while. Highly entertaining!! ♥
Lauren Dootson recently posted…Tasting Never by C.M. Stunich
Love your attitude! Thanks for the linky! and … it does happen at my house too!
Tammy recently posted…The Decision Tree: "Leafing Me Sappy"
Yahoo- my first link-up here! Sue Diamond Phillips mentioned this was where all the cool kids went, so I figured I better check it out! Thanks for putting this shindig together!
Stephanie @ Mommy, for real. recently posted…5 Reasons I Never Want to Eat At a Restaurant With My Children Again
OK…I know I’m probably the crap bugging YOU now…but I’m definitely missing something…I don’t see the categories. I’m assuming they are listed under the black box that says “don’t be a bloghole,” since there is about 4 inches of white space between that box and the comment section. Maybe a setting on my computer that’s preventing me from seeing it? Damn work computers – bosses never let you nave any fun!
Cheryl recently posted…January + Northeast = Cold as F**k!
You had me at don’t be a bloghole
Sounds like I found a great place to link up and meet other bloggers
Also having a hard time grabbing your badge. Won’t let me copy the code and just keeps opening your blog link in another window.
Alicia recently posted…Depression During Pregnancy Part I: Causes, Signs & Symptoms, & Risk Factors
I have heard that. I took it off for now until I get it figured out! It’s been giving me fits since I switched to WP. GRrrrrrr.
make sure ya let us know when ya get it fixed:) that’s the same problem i was having.
Sheila recently posted…Pass Not Ye Judgement Here
My first link up
Great idea, can’t wait to get my read-on with some of these other bloggers 
Having issues with the button to put in my blog though, hopefully I’ll figure it out!
Sheila recently posted…Does This Diaper Make My Butt Look Big?
I’m so stoked we have another BlogHop.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Corinne recently posted…The Journey Continues…
First timer. Thanks for the Hop with no strings!
Debbie McCormick recently posted…Welcome to The Herman and Wally Show: The Live Coverage of The Battle Of Mommy Bloggers
This is my first time participating in your blog hop, and I can tell the kids will probably have cereal for dinner so I can hop, hop, hop! Thanks for hosting!
Amy recently posted…The Camera And The Cranky Kid
Crap, I think I just blogholed. I didn’t read the rules carefully before adding my link and completely missed that you are supposed to link to one post. Instead I blogholed and linked to my site.
Just wondering, is “blogholed” the proper way of saying I committed a bloghole act?
Anyways, just discovered this wonderful tool. Thanks! Next time I’ll do it properly.
Aewl recently posted…Think Global, Act Local
I was directed to you blog from “My Life as Lucille” (and because of Twitter). I’m always looking for new things to read and I think this is a great idea. I don’t know that my blog really fits into a category–it could be humor, but I’m not very funny.
I’m an English undergraduate student, trying to find her place in the world. I decide to do this through writing. :]
I’d never even heard of a BlogHop until now, but I really like the idea of it!!
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