Every once in awhile I am informed that someone that I had no idea was reading this blog is, in fact, reading it. It happened again today. Which has got me thinking...who and how many people are reading this? I do know for sure of a small group of people who read it on at least at somewhat regular basis. Some people even check it every day. (I guess they still haven't figured out that I'm not writing every day.) But now I think that a census is in order. It has nothing to do with my ego. Really. I enjoy writing and this is a great outlet. I don't really need fans and accolades and heaps of praise for my great writing. (LIES, LIES, LIES!) I just think it would be prudent to know my entire audience. I mean, knowing your fan base is important, isn't? Okay, I can't even come up with any more untruths. The fact is, I want to know who reads this! I am damn curious as to how many people actually take the time to sit down and read about my trials and tribulations. And okay, yes, this will make me feel all fabulous about myself and my writing. But it is also humbling and fills me with a great sense of gratitude. In the busy world we all live in, I am always amazed by the people who take a time out to check Ange and Dave's Excellent Adventures of All Kinds, Big and Small.
SO...here's the deal. I really do want to know who's out there reading. Seriously. I am taking a census. In order to be counted, please sign on to leave a comment on this post. If you can't figure out how to leave a comment, then email me at ange72@shaw.ca to tell me you read this. The census will close on February 8 (although obviously I will take responses indefinitely!) I shall post a blog with my census report when it is complete. You are certainly all laughing at me at this point, but think of it as a fun interactive blog. Think of me constantly checking to see the results...this should inspire you to participate! In other words, humour me!
Thanking you in advance for your readership,
Angela Simpson,
2008 Blog Census Administrator
You didn't mention if their would be a prize involved for those of us might decide to participate.....
ReplyDeletetmai searched for the application but couldn't find it. I went to go to the poll but you never said where it was. i've posted many a response to your blog, but i'm not sure if you ever read them, because i never got a reply. However, having said this, i'm one who checks you blog on a regular basis. Why? Well, as a person close to you its a way of knowing how you are doing. I track your blog for its ups and downs, for its content and for its general usefullness. I also enjoy those who reply to your blog, especially the houmor of cathyemily, and the encouragement of others. Now, read my response, send me a reply but importantly, tell me i'm the winner. Whats the prize?
ReplyDeleteDear Gary and Cathy Emily... Thank you for participating in my census. (Cathy Emily, I will just assume your comment is your way of saying "yes I read it", despite your use of the phrase "might decide to particpate" - jeez, it's not like I'm sending you the long form!!!!). That said, I'm wondering if you both know what a census is. Basically, it is a count, something that is usually done to gather information on the population of our great country. It is mandatory and very important, as the information gathered helps our great government make decisions about the allocation of resources (i'm sure it does other things, but this is why i think it's important). It is not a sweepstakes or a lottery. There is no prize for filling it out. I guess you think of the allocation of funds for schools, hospitals, etc. a prize for completing the government's census. For my census, you can consider the prize my continued writing and the great pleasure, joy, amusement, etc. you get out of it.
ReplyDeleteOkay, have I really figured out how to leave a comment....yes i am very busy at work ;) Count me in sister, I continue to read, enjoy, laugh, remember, love....every time I read your additions to Ange and Dave's Excellent Adventures of all Kinds, Big and Small!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a great time in Mexico and happy early Birthday!!!!!
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Hey Gary, Did Ange just slag us??? She did didn't she??!!! It's bad enough finding out there's not going to be a prize, but then she takes a certain 'tone' with us. I think we should sign up with multiple user names and screw up her census! (insert evil grin)
ReplyDeletecathyemily..yep...think she did slag us..guess thats what ya get for reading and replying to the blog..but i still think there should be a prize...like a trip to mexico or something like that...may sand find its way into her margarita...
ReplyDeleteReading and loving every minute of it :)
ReplyDeleteMe too :)
ReplyDeletexo Lorri