Blogging Habits, the iPad 3, and a Question About Guest Posts

Thanks to everyone who left a comment regarding the blogging questions on Monday! The answers were so detailed, it was like scrolling to China to reach the end. Everyone seems to have his own style, so it’s all about what works for you. I’m a creature of habit, so my style has been set for a while. Besides, if I had to compose a post at 5:30 in the morning, it would make no sense!

And if you missed it, Rachel Morgan won the A to Z Challenge Video contest. Congratulations, Rachel! You can watch her entry HERE.

The iPad 3

For those with the iPad 2, the difference between the two probably doesn’t warrant an upgrade. (I like the latest, greatest geek toys, so I got it!) If you have the first iPad though, you’ll definitely want the new one.

The iPad 3’s processor is faster. The video and camera have improved. Biggest improvement is in the picture quality – I can really see a difference.

I did get something really cool for my iPad a few weeks ago. There are effects pedals you can hook up to your amp and change the sound of your guitar. These run $50 and higher. Well, a few weeks ago I purchased a special pedal that hooks up to your iPad, and from there you can go into the app store and purchase individual effects for $5-10 each. (I downloaded the metal one first – does that surprise you?) Now instead of paying almost $1000 for several different pedals, it will cost me less that $200.

And no, I haven’t blown any windows yet. However, my amp doesn’t just go to eleven, it goes to twelve!

Guest Post Question

How do you guys handle guest posts?

My guest post guidelines are listed on a tabbed page under my header HERE. I’ve learned what appeals to my followers and the guidelines reflect that. But I’m also selective. Any follower can ask for a mention during a Ninja News update. Blogger buddies (those that comment regularly) are invited to do guest posts. Outside of that, the answer is no. And here’s why:

My followers have taken the time to follow me, and for that I am grateful. You deserve consideration before any outside source. (And I don’t do ads, although I am asked several times a week.)

Those of you who visit and comment on a regular basis are taking time out of your busy day to come see me. I really appreciate that! And since I’ve made so many really good friends here, I want to share those people with my other blogging friends through guest posts.

My blogging schedule is as such that I average about thirteen posts a month. Hopefully you like hearing from me now and then (just say yes) so I try to limit guest posts to about four a month.

As for guest posts of mine on other blogs, I also try to limit that to no more than four a month, coinciding with days I post so I can promote it. (Win-win for both of us.)

Hopefully that sounds fair to everyone. My Ninja Army comes first because you guys are my friends! And currently, I’m booked into July. Scary, huh?

Did you see Rachel’s winning video? Any questions about the iPad 3? And how do you juggle guest posts? Does my policy sound fair?