Comment for a Stumble (Once Again)
Before I get into the details of why, please read the instructions.
It's quite simple really. You may be here for another reason or you may be here specifically for this reason. Either way it doesn't matter. Leave a comment for this post with the page you would like to have stumbled and I'll do it as soon as I possibly can. I will normally write a StumbleUpon review for pages that I stumble this way, unless there's already a ton of reviews for it and I have nothing that I can add. It's rare, but it happens. You are NOT required to do anything in reciprocation. Nothing at all!
(I will also stumble your page if you send it to me through the StumbleUpon toolbar or send me a message.)
Please note that I will NOT stumble a sponsored post (I do not want to be responsible for someone flagging your post as spam) or any page that I find personally offensive.
(I'll be placing the link to this article on the right sidebar this afternoon. Read below to find out why.)
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And now for the why:
When I woke up this morning, I had an epiphany. To understand it, you have to know what I did in the past few months. I originally wrote two articles, Comment for a Digg and Comment for a Stumble, near the end of the May. The stumble article was definitely more popular. The popularity of it waned during June but not because of the article itself. I was bedridden and had difficulty keeping up. My regular readers knew about it because I wrote about it periodically.
A few days ago, I pulled the links from my sidebar that made it easy to find the articles in question and I wrote about it in Links to Comment for a Digg or a Stumble Removed from the Sidebar. That was partly in response to other articles I read about reciprocal obligations or perceived obligations. I wrote that using the StumbleUpon toolbar was more effective and had written pretty much the same thing in the previous StumbleUpon – A Blog Author’s Best Friend (For Now).
The revelation that struck me is that I was completely wrong in my recent actions. There are "stumble clubs" (of which one I belong to but rarely visit) that do the same thing except that the members are obligated to stumble everyone else in the club in reciprocation for having their page stumbled. It can be time-consuming and you can end up stumbling things you don't agree with, just for the sake of fulfilling your obligation.
Commenting here for a stumble incurs no obligation. If you feel obligated in some way, you can go ahead and do whatever you want — you can stumble one of my pages, add me to your Technorati favorites, add me to your feed reader, or link to my blog or a blog article in some way. The key is: You are not obligated to do so!
Leaving a comment for a stumble does two things. First, it provides me with a link to a page I might never go to otherwise and second, it provides a link to other readers that may be interested in your page. You can't do that with the StumbleUpon toolbar. If you have time on your hands, I recommend that you do something like this on your own blog (if you have one). I call this social networking without the networking infrastructure. It's more flexible and doesn't require a middleman to administer it.
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OK, I'll have a go. Try this one please.
http://goldcoaster.wordpress.com/2007/07/03/heroes/
Let me know what page you want stumbled?
I submitted it. I don't need a stumble. Trust me.
Well that's a cool idea. Thanks!
http://www.wildbluffmedia.com/2007/07/18/big-brother-8-daniele-can-has-cheezburger/
Much appreciated. – Matt
Done. I was asleep (sleep of the dead) for a few hours, so I just got to it.
Hey RT, you don't need a stumble? Well it probably wouldn't change anything really after that last Digg huh?
(got your e-mail by the way 
)
I could use a stumble on this 1 though:
http://smartwealthyrich.com/the-comment-writing-project-blogging-expenses/
Thanx
I hate to tell you this, Jonathan, but I was the guy that did the initial stumble for that page. That's okay, though, because you probably didn't check.
Hey RT, duh me! lol I just saw it, that's why I'm getting a truck load of traffic on that post!
Every time you stumble a post of mine it goes crazy! Thanx RT
I'll be greedy.
If anyone can stumble any post or the site on http://goodfreerpggames.blogspot.com/ I would appreciate it.
cheers,
I stumbled it yesterday, but I didn't write a review because I wouldn't know what to write. I'm not into video gaming at all.
and we're off again…
great news!
here's one for you: http://www.cymru66.com/funny/find-the-face-the-sequel/
thanks RT – appreciate it!
–steve
Stumbled and reviewed. I even commented on your blog. I hope you reveal the answer after the weekend. It wasn't what I expected.
It'd be great if you could stumble this:
http://elgiganteverdoso.blogspot.com/2007/07/t-regin-smi.html
It's not the usual stuff you can find on a music blog like mine. Thanks in advance
As I mentioned in stumble review, I didn't care much for the video but I found the music strangely enchanting. Maybe it's because I couldn't understand the words.
Thanks RT
This one wouldn't hurt from a stumble:
http://blog.thomaslaupstad.com/2007/07/20/photo-of-sunbeams-coming-out-of-clouds-over-the-ocean-in-northern-norway/
Good post! I totally agree with you.
I am trying to be a good stumbler before getting stumbled traffic. I also just realized that what is the consequence after that.
http://www.terencechang.com/2007/07/19/are-you-banned-stumblupon-consequence/
I had already read it, but I just stumble reviewed it. Good job!
RT:
I seem to have some problem to discover your page. I have no problem to discover any other pages. I am wondering how many pages on your blog have been stumbled?
Just curious.
Thanks!
I don't know. Too many I'm sure. I don't ask for it.
It's probably the latest update to Firefox, if you're using it. I've had to close mine twice this morning because it wouldn't connect with a site I was just at.
Great idea. Not the stumble itself, but the taking time to actually review it.
http://bdpcsvc.com/articles/harry-potter-leaking-state-secrets
Though a stumble on the blog of the site in general would be great. http://www.bdpcsvc.com/articles
Stumble reviewed and stumble reviewed. Write more.
I've been seeing posts about how stumbling helps to bring in the traffic so I actually stumbled this post earlier but I think it's supposed to work better if someone else does it?
http://stickfigurelis.com/2007/07/harry-potter-and-deathly-hallows.html
PS: I've your feed in my reader (Bloglines) but your old posts kept appearing eg. I keep seeing the Epic Movie post. Is this supposed to happen?
You should never stumble your own post first. It appears spammy to the top stumblers and they could end up giving you a thumbs down instead of thumbs up when they come across it. Just don't do it again.
I did my stumble there though. I never checked, but I heard you can delete your own stumble. Someone correct if I'm wrong, please?
As far as Bloglines, I don't know what the problem is. I use Google Reader to check my feeds and it's up to date. Perhaps you just need to refresh it? I don't know because I don't use Bloglines.
To Lis above!
Bloglines is intelligent, it check for update on RSS Feed. It will show the post again if the post has been updated. I guess whenever there is new comments, it shows up again.
My review of the New HP book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
There are absolutely no spoilers in the review, I promise!
http://www.day3.co.uk/books/index.php/2007/07/harry-potter-and-the-deathly-hallows-jk-rowling/
LOL! It's stumbled.
Stumble stumble boil and trouble
could I bother you for a bumbling stumble?
http://3pointdog.com
I stumbled the blog. Sorry I couldn't write more in the review, but I've been out of sports for a long, long time.
No problem. 50 people stumbled to my blog in the first hour. Can't fuss at you for that.
Thanks. Looks like we're going to be stumble buddies.
"I call this social networking without the networking infrastructure."
a nifty concept and a nifty idea. I've been considering doing something similar to this myself, too late.
http://techxtreme.blogspot.com
Please Stumble This!
I almost felt bad about stumbling a site I wrote on, but it was only temporary.
I'm interested to see how this works. It sounds pretty neat.
http://pseudonym.blogspot.com
It's done. Good stuff to read.
This may not be usual fare, but I'd love a stumble!
Neat idea
http://www.jessicastrust.org.uk/who-is-jessica/
That's a sadder story than I anticipated — stumbled!
I think it was so late when I first commented that my brain had shut down and I didn't even leave a link for a stumble ::sheepish::
My two sites are [XILED]
which is of course my blog and
Keep4US which is a social bookmarking site so take your pick and thanks in advance.
I stumbled [XILED].
Http://towelianism.wordpress.com
Let us know what you think!
Stumbled. I only have once complaint. It needs more humor and less seriousness.
No stumble for me today, thanks – but I'll jump in next time. Just felt the need to say that your whole philosophy is refreshing. Thanks much. I come here whenever I start to feel like the world's going to heck in a self-centered handbasket.
Well that's really cool of you. Thanks a lot. Here's my first website and blog…
http://wildaboutbeauty.com/
And… it's done.
At least 80 people stumbled me in the first 36 hours.
Fascinating amount of power you have!
Thanks.
Peter
Hiya RT. I read in a couple of places that it's OK to stumble your own stuff. Oh dear! And I've been busy stumbling! I noticed it brought some traffic initially which was REALLY COOL to watch but it didn't work after some time. I guess I'll go back and "unstumble", ie delete them. My home is at Menopause Lifestyle . I feel greedy asking for a stumble after the link love you gave me a while back. Thanks for answering my comments so quickly by the way.
The people that said it was OK didn't have a clue. I, just like you, found out the hard way. Except that I found out the same day because a top stumbler left me a message on the contact page. Since then, I have had great success — I never stumble my own page first.
Don't feel greedy. You might never get stumbled otherwise.
OK RT. Here goes. Could you kindly stumble this post for me please: http://www.menopauselifestyle.com/blog/having-a-hysterecomy-5-reasons-to-hang-on-to-your-ovaries/.
Your kindness is much appreciated and the rewards will be reaped by your descendants to the 3rd and 4th generation.
I doubt if you need it but if I can return the favour in any way, just holler.
Take care.
Good article! I have to remember this if my wife ever has to have it done. Stumbled!
Hi there, RT. I just posted an article that's a little less pink-and-fluffy than much of my usual fare, so felt moved to drop the url here: http://domestikgoddess.com/the-greening-of-housewares/ It's about how the growing awareness of environmental issues is finding its way into the houseware and home decor industry. And if you happened to find the piece of genuine interest to you at all, I certainly wouldn't mind a friendly stumble. Thanks much!
Good article! Of course I stumbled it!
Oh, I'm glad you liked it. See, I wouldn't have dreamed of asking for your manly thumbs-up on some girly-girl post about evening bags or bath-oil or such…
You never know. If it has pictures, it's a 50/50 thing. Us manly men can't read too well.
Note to Self: more pictures!
Gruezi RT,
First, I like to say that untwistedovortex is one of the few blogs I read day to day. Following your blog introduces me to many blogging as well as random ideas I wouldn't be exposed to otherwise. Thanks for publishing it.
If you're in the mood to stumble upon a post about the Licks show in Zurich, it would be greatly appreciated.
http://blog.americanpeyote.com/2007/07/27/juliette-lewis-and-the-licks/
thanks,
mark
I was already asleep when you sent this, Mark, but I just got done stumbling it a few minutes ago.
Thank you very much, the jump in traffic was impressive.
-mark
RTC – you seem to like the red dragon post
http://www.cymru66.com/cymruwales/welsh-red-dragon-defeats-the-saxon-white-dragon/
Any chance you could stumble it for me?
–Steve
I'm getting old. I thought I did, but I didn't. Well, I did it now!
I guessed you would have, but when I checked you hadn't
hence, the gentle reminder!
Thanks RT!
–Steve
How about a stumble for this one?
http://redneckbarandgrill.com/2007/08/did-i-hurt-your.html
Thanks!
If I was still working in the U.S., I'd be passing those forms out to all those truck driver guys I was forced to work with. It would have been hilarious!
What a great idea this is.
I'm intrigued to see the effect – would you mind stumbling the following post:
http://www.geedos.com/wordpress/?p=308
and any other post on the site you may like!
Thanks!
It's done. I remember this video. Humorous!
If it is humor you want maybe this will tickle your fancy.
http://sueblimelybt.blogspot.com/2007/07/sss-9-mainly-soccer.html
You may like to check out some of the other things I have under the category SSS too. I normally blog about blogging but on a Sunday I divert.
I stumbled others on the list above me too. I did not realise it was not the done thing to Stumble your own posts. I would not do it on Digg but for some reason I thought Stumbleupon different.
And the stumbling is complete…
Oh dear did my link put you off the stumbling exercise – I did not think the jokes on my post all that bad!
I didn't think they were bad. The review was that it was funny stuff. I hope it read like that.
Hi…I'm pretty new at blogging. First let me say thanks for your blog. I just spent like an hour reading your site. Honestly lots of good info. for new bloggers.
I feel I still haven't found my niche yet. Anyways, if you can stumble it, i would appreciate it.
http://mrich.net/?p=10
I will be leaving you a request for a review also..probably asking for too much. But I know you are a little behind on that side.
Stumbled. That was hilarious. It reads like something I would write.
The review was great, thank you. I was only joking about me putting you off stumbling because of your message "stumbling is complete'
That's alright, Sue. CRS disease kicked in and I have no idea what either one of us was talking about.
You, sir, are quite awesome! Here's my page, and thanks so much!
http://idothings.info/i-scattered-my-dads-ashes-so-you-dont-have-to/
Stumbled. Great story!
Wow–thank you! That was fast and very, very nice. It's probably pretty obvious I'm new at this–I didn't realize it's bad manners to stumble your own site (as I did, repeatedly, until stumbleupon stopped accepting my submissions!); anyway, I really appreciate your taking the time to do this for me.
I'm gonna bake you a pie, or somethin'!
Fuhget about it. Your pie would be ruined by the time it got here.
Hi,
I was wondering if you could stumble this post for me, for Ernie. Thanks!
http://redneckbarandgrill.com/2007/08/an-american-ido.html
Anything for Ernie, nothing for Tim.
Well, I get something out of it too
Lately, I feel like Ernie's writing has really started to shine. It's amazing what happens when you practice daily to develop a talent.
Man, you're awesome. I wish I'd discovered this site sooner. I'm bookmarking it (and subscribing to the RSS feed.)
I'm late to the party as always.
Would you mind checking out these articles? Stumble one or both if you like them.
http://exodusdev.com/blog/mike/adsense-factors-you-can-control
http://exodusdev.com/blog/mike/blocking-firefox-bad-idea
Both stumbled and dugg.
Thanks a bunch. I just added your site to my blog roll. You have some thought-provoking content, to be sure.
Can I return the favor? Anything I can review for you?
Nope. I'm good. I just need to verify what country you're in for my own blogroll. I don't want to assume anything (I've been wrong before).
Country = U.S. of A. if you haven't already come to that conclusion. More specifically, the late great California Republic.
I would've guessed the U.S., but not Californ eye ay. Of course, I'm not a good judge of that unless you start adding "dude" or "for sure" to everything. Or do they still talk like that? It's only been 25+ years since I lived in San Diego.
I don't know how they talk any more – for a while it was common to hear the word 'like' inserted every third word of a sentence.
I'm either working with computer geeks (http://www.ledeffects.com) or riding my motorcycle (http://www.roadcarvin.com), so I don't see many 'typical' people lately.
(I'm 47 years old, BTW. A proud member of the old farts club.)
Anyway, it's getting late, I've got 'work' tomorrow, so… take care, etc. Keep up the good work!
Greetings. I just thought I'd let you know about my latest tirade against the nightmare of pre-installed software.
Please read and stumble if you like it. Cheers!
I just activated my preinstalled stumble.
Thanks! I appreciate it, I can assure you.. I'm glad you like my rants.
Could you stumble this one for me?
http://redneckbarandgrill.com/2007/09/your-groundhog-.html
Thanks!
Sorry for the delay, DSL issues, but it be stumbled.
First it is very seldom a blog holds my attention for as long as yours did. I enjoyed all of your content and will definately want to watch for new articles. Would appreciate a stumble from you at
http://360.yahoo.com/mentors4uteam
Thank you for taking the time out to view my blog. Blessings
Done! Good site!
Could you stumble this one please?
http://redneckbarandgrill.com/2007/09/splitting-wood-.html
Stumbled!
Please read and stumble upon Categorization Of Blog Posts
Stumbled.
Thanks a lot!
I'd appreciate a stumble, and a review, like you did for My Several Worlds. I want to make my site better.
Thanks.
http://www.stevepeer.net
Your blog has been stumbled, stumble reviewed, and blog reviewed.
Hey there RT. I'm not sure if you're still doing this, but I just saw a Digg to this article, so I assume that it's still a go. Here's my article that I want you to Stumble.
Humorous Cereal Review
Thanks!!
Funny & mildly obnoxious blog & podcast
I stumbled it. Funny stuff!
Richard,
I wouldn't mind if you stumbled this story please.
Microsoft Update sneakily changes user settings
cheers,
I failed to reply at the time, but I did stumble it.
Hi RT! Thanks for the generous offer!
I'd sure appreciate a Stumble and review of my Plastics Wrap blog post. This article capped off my month of environmentally-themed posts in honor of Blog Action Day.
I stumbled it. Great article!
I appreciate your generous offer. Please stumble http://b2bcontent.wordpress.com/tips-and-tools/free-clip-art/. People have been telling me they think it's a good resource, so I'd like to get it out to a wider audience.
Thanks!
Done. I've bookmarked for the resources. I use clip art occasionally and this is easier than searching for good sites.
Thanks for the stumble! I hope you find the clip art list helpful down the road.
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