Trying' it Out

 Ok, I'm giving Blogger a try--experimenting. I don't know that typepad will ever be fixed and feel like it will go away eventually. Will I be able to keep my archives, those 20 years of my past? I just don't know. I'm tired of uncertainty. Can an old dog learn new tricks ie a different blog platform? We shall see. Here is a gratuitous photo of me in my Blackbeard's tee. It went in fine but I'm having trouble putting it where I want it. I added this great photo of John to see what happened. I can move it left, right or center. I don't like the way it looks currently but it's better than typepad's sideways or upside down! I'll be giving this place a try to experiment with the tools. 😐

So far, this platform is fairly easy but seems bland. However, it's also free, unlike the misbehaving typepad. 


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  1. KaySeptember 20, 2023 at 6:46 PM

    Actually, you can comment on Blogspot sites using the Anonymous option and just say who you are. I do have a number of people who do that. Granted many Blogspot bloggers won't allow the Anonymous option because of Spammers.

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  2. MargaretSeptember 20, 2023 at 7:15 PM

    Hi Kay! Is Blogger the same as Blogspot? See how ignorant I am!?

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    1. KayOctober 25, 2023 at 6:27 PM

      Yes, it's the same. I don't know what to call it.

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  3. EdSeptember 28, 2023 at 9:27 AM

    Yes, blogger and blogspot are the same. Blogspot appears in the URL for your blog, i.e. frenchteacherwoman.blogspot.com.

    I really like the format of blogger versus your other one on typepad. If just feels more modern and fresh. But it is strictly aesthetical.

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    1. MargaretSeptember 28, 2023 at 9:33 AM

      I wish it were more customizable but it is easy. There are still facets I need to explore. Word Press is a bit more my style since I can use my own photos for the header. I like that. At least I know I can blog on a couple different platforms as I discover what they have to offer.

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