Lurkers, this post is for you!

Do you see this lovely lady here? To the untrained eye she is an adorable gal, probably somebody's friend or daughter, sister or wife - or quite possibly someone's mother.

But, I know better. She's a lurker.

Lurker: A reader of blogs who desires to move around the blogosphere undetected, and observe without participation.

I LOVE lurkers. I was a lurker once myself. I have family and close friends who are lurkers around here. But, this week, it's time for you to speak up, let me know who you are. In perfect blog fashion, answer some questions for me. Like, where are you from? What makes you tick? Who is your favorite author? Are you a morning person, or night person? Do you believe children should be seen and not heard, toilet paper over or under? Mustard with your hot dog or plain?


This blog post is about YOU, so let your voice be heard!

Blog Trolls...Do you have one?

(In case you're wondering, this is most definitely a PMS-induced post. ANY SIMILARITY TO ACTUAL EVENTS OR CHARACTERS IS NOT COINCIDENTAL .)

Ok girls, since it's coming up on two years since I began this journey called blogging, I have been reflecting on the good, the bad, and yes, the ugly.


It got me to thinking about trolls.

Do you have one? Hmmm, maybe you have two or even more. You may have never met your troll. It's even more possible you know your troll personally. Your troll might be your relative, or a close friend. Sometimes trolls are former friends and even church family.

Not sure what I'm talking about?

Blogging Trolls (v.) (1) A person who deliberately posts derogatory or inflammatory comments.

Or as I personally define them...Nosey-Nellies; people who lurk with the intent to gossip or slander. Reading a blog to feed a deep-rooted passion to be in the know.

Most often these trolls know you personally. They find it impossible to pass up the opportunity to take a peek, for no other reason than curiosity. And sadly, they often play a part in holding back the blogger from sharing all that is on her heart. They are takers, plain and simple.

Please don't confuse trolls with lurkers. I LOVE lurkers. They are a precious part of my Blessed... community. These people stop by and spend a quiet moment to enjoy a quick visit. They are faithful and helpful. Sometimes even emailing words of encouragement. I was once a faithful lurker myself.

Trolls are different.

Sadly, my trolls have kept me from sharing quite a bit. They are my reasons and excuses for second thoughts and hesitations. If you only knew how many blog posts I have not shared because of them.

Hmmmm, maybe I need a little prayer about that. Whaddya think?

I wish I could slay my trolls and live happily ever after in my perfect Blessed...kingdom.

I would LOVE to hear how you have slayed your trolls. Or, maybe, you've learned to live with yours.

Which is it?