Tag Archive for "twitter" tag

Gratitude: For the Internet

July 27th, 2010 by Mary | 4 comments

I think the real reason we tweet, blog and compulsively update our status is that we are looking for a response. We crave even the simple acknowledgment of people “LOL”ing at a link or a throwaway comment. And we need to complain, too. We need to vent. The internet lets us say “out loud” things [...]

Great Debates in 140 Characters or Fewer

April 18th, 2010 by Mary | 3 comments

On Friday, Gala Darling linked to a New York Times article about new medical experiments with hallucinogenic drugs. I am intrigued yet somewhat concerned. I felt compelled to comment on the post sharing my concerns. And then I had to comment again to elaborate.
Here is the conversation that ensued on Twitter:
First, I love that Gala [...]

10 Craft Tips I Learned from Twitter

December 11th, 2009 by Mary | 3 comments

There is always room to edit.
Stay on point!
Don’t put yourself in a position to backpedal. Think about the implications of what you’re saying.
Quoting others is good, but original content is what makes you stand out. Give us new thoughts on old ideas.
No one is required to follow you. It’s your job to give them a [...]

Tweeted

January 1st, 2009 by Mary | 0

“Sometimes I wish I was a rock star so I can be excused when I make poor fashion choices.”
-Danielemomons on Twitter