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Momcomm in Review

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I was all ready to write up a fabulous new Momcomm post but I got some bad news this weekend. My abuelita (grandmother) passed away. She was my last remaining grandparent and lived to the I’ve-seen-it-all age of 95. She lived in Costa Rica, where my dad is from so unfortunately I won’t be able to make the funeral. Needless to say, this news pretty much zapped my Momcomm mojo.

But since I could never leave you empty handed, I figured I’d recap my Momcomm Mondays in case you missed any.

If you missed the story behind Momcomm Monday, then read where I explain it all in Letting Go of Fear in the Blogosphere.

Writing Tips

How to Improve Your Writing (Without Improving Your Writing)

This was my first Momcomm Monday and has brought me over 1,000 visits from Stumble Upon!

How to Mind Map for Better Blog Writing

Nothing gets you writing faster than doing a “brain dump” into a mind map.

Write Better and Faster with One Simple Tip

Without sounding cheesy and sensational, this tip will no doubt improve your writing. But wait! ::flashy smile::

The Secret to a Gazillion Blog Post Ideas

While not quite a gazillion, you can get 30 blog post ideas just from reading this post. And learn how to never run out of ideas.

Blogging Tips

DIY Tips for a More Professional Blog Design

Eight ways to improve the look of your blog without hiring a designer.

Comment Vomit: How Not to Leave Comments

Not so much a tip as it is a rant. But this post has garnered the most comments on anything I’ve written thus far, with a whopping 92 comments. Probably because no one really likes vomit.

Guest Post: Driving a Spike in the Railroad of Blogging

My friend Fadra from all.things.fadra talks about spikes in traffic and how to get it.

My Favorite WordPress Plug-ins (and Some for Blogger Too)

This post comes packed with screenshots, links and descriptions of all my favorite plug-ins. This post is a must for Blogger bloggers too.

Social Media Tips

Making Sense of Twitter- It’s the Never-ending Cocktail Party

My most retweeted article ever. If you don’t “get” Twitter or don’t like Twitter, then this post if for you.

9 Things to Tweet About

For anyone who’s ever stared at a blinking cursor wondering what you can say in 140 characters.

The Basics of Using HootSuite

Okay, so I should have called this section “Twitter tips” but I promise I’ll write more about other SM platforms soon. In the meantime, if you are using Twitter.com to use Twitter, that must change. NOW.

Whew! Well, that’s Momcomm Mondays thus far. Stay tuned for more Momcomm posts and some new guest bloggers too!

Comments

  1. Oh I am so sorry to hear this news! So sad. Thanks for the recap – its always nice to reflect back – I’ll make sure to re-read them, they are always so helpful! And thank you for guest posting for me today, I appreciate it! Take care.

  5. So sorry to hear about your grandmother. I don’t have any left either and miss them dearly everyday.
    Looks like great information. I have a lot of reading to do!

  8. So sorry for you loss. Popped over here from “Life Without Pink,” Tina was singing your praises. Glad I dropped on by, so many great tips. Your blog is terrific. Can’t wait to explore more.

  9. I’m so sorry for your loss. Your MomComm recap looks like it is full of must read posts. Thanks for sharing. It looks like I have a lot of reading to do.

  10. Hey there girl….just had a pretty lengthy read through all of your momcomms up here. They all have great advice and tips, some of which I’m already putting to use on my blog.

    As for your week, hang in there…I too am having a hard one. Here’s to better days ahead for both of us.

  13. I’m so sorry to hear about your grandma, it is so hard to lose a grandparent. I lost my first grandparent over the summer and it’s still very hard.

  14. So sorry to hear about your grandmother…much prayers for you and your family! I think the review came at the perfect time!

  18. Hey Melissa….

    I am very sorry about your loss…but imagine what an incredible life she must have led…95 years! Whoa! Something to celebrate too?!

    Thinking of you with warmth.

  19. I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss. I can’t even imagine, but am beginning to. I’m flying out saturday to be with my family as we say goodbye to my first grandparent. I can’t even wrap my head around it.

    I’m so glad to have found your blog! Can’t wait to read more.

    Your’re in my thoughts.

  20. I am so sorry to hear about your grandmother, but I am so glad you are still here and doing your MomComm Monday. I love your blog Mel and you even more!

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