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Want me to tell you them?

Then challenge me to find ten things I hate about your blog.

If I get to ten you lose.

If I can't find one, you win.

Win what you might ask?

Nothing, but your pride.

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  1. clioandme
    Nah. You do design, and I use prefabricated templates, which ain't gonna change soon.
    1. ChicaX
      Oh I won't focus all on that, but I do have a kind critical eye.
    1. ChicaX
      1. Background.. not sure what it's supposed to be.
      2. your mailbag doesn't match your theme, that doesn't sit well with my OCD like temperament.
      3. your stats are confusing, so I must hate them.
      4. Striking out text is so 1996. (FAQ)
      5. After Golden Literature, neatness left the building.
      6. Love lime, but not that much.
      7. I can't comment, have to email, not worth it.

      Ok so I did lose, but I came close.
    2. voodooKobra
      Conceptually or in terms of design?
    3. ChicaX
      Both. I wouldn't get rid of the concept, as it's unique, but toning it down would be beneficial.
    4. voodooKobra
      Lower the color saturation, then?
    5. ChicaX
      For sure, I could recommend a couple color codes, but your apt enough to know them already.
    6. DrowseyMonkey
      voodoo--do I have to click for content? I don't remember that last time I visited. Okay, it's been a while Plus, you're very brave to give her your link LOL

      well done chica
    7. voodooKobra
      I made a slight change to the color. I just get so bored with grayish text.
  2. riverstyxxx
    That's just what I need, someone like you telling me how badly my life sucks when I already know full and well that it does.
    1. ChicaX
      Aww River, you could take it.
    2. voodooKobra
      That's what HE said!

      (Sorry, it was too obvious.)
    3. ChicaX
      LOL I walked right into that one..
  3. polybore
    Heh. I am very confident that you will find something you don't like about mine. I am afraid that I have become enamored with my design. A bit like an old pair of slippers. A bit smelly but very, very comfortable.

    www.polybore.blogspot.com
    1. ChicaX
      1. Ads.
      2. 2 recent post widgets? Correct that left one.
      3. That little smilie with a thought bubble(?)
      4. Youtube vids going past the right line in the posts.
      5. Bullet list those recipes, make it look like a cookbook, easier to read.
      6. Link to things without the urls, it's just messy (white noise ripoff)
      7. love the header, dislike the design.

      Tis about it.. maybe I should have titled this thread 7 things..lol
    2. polybore
      Hey. I did better than I expected. Points noted thanks.
  4. augustdreamt
    Give mine a go. I appreciate honest criticism.

    www.howtobeapregnantlady.com
    1. ChicaX
      1. Right off, I dislike the circle thing/sperm/poll/image thing.
      2. There isn't a need for two search widgets.
      3. Your recommend for amazon products widget.
      4. Way to many ads, remove a few unless it's actually made you money.
      5. Should have a recent visitors widget for BC instead of the other image. To track people, meet people..whatever.
      6. the design is atrocious, wide sidebar and left column.
    2. augustdreamt
      5. What other image are you referring to?
    3. ChicaX
      the little blog catalog button you have.
    4. augustdreamt
      Thanks! I took off a few ads, the ones that have never been clicked. I always thought it was a bit much but my husband kept saying it was fine. I got rid of the Amazon recommendation thingy (I was never sure about that one, as no one knows me or cares what I like anyway). And I got rid of the "search my blog" widget.

      I've no interest in tracking my recent visitors, so I'll just keep the BC thing that I've got, until I finally get around to getting rid of it altogether and just using the BC meta tag.

      The Sperm Meets Egg pic gets changed every week, so that stays put till Sunday. And I have no idea about web design whatsoever. I widened everything because I hated having really skinny long paragraphs, which is how the Blogger Minima template made everything. That's about the limit of my HTML/CSS abilities.

      Thanks for the suggestions!
    5. ChicaX
      Did you just change the width of everything? Seems smaller, could be my eyes lol. Things do look better though. I wish ya luck with your blog.
  5. Teck
    I'm game here you go...
    teckline.wordpress.com
    1. ChicaX
      1. Header..eww for pixelationz
      2. the black text on the dark blue email sub enveleope
      3. No need for Ro1, Row 2, on featured blogs page.
      4. Your personal made images are a bit warped looked.
      5. Even the bc appreciation image I made, looks warped.
  6. Sylvia
    oh his sounds like fun,

    please be gentle

    greenworldads.blogspot.com
    1. ChicaX
      1. Use the text above the header in the header/description area. It's a bit distracting, could be your point though.
      2. Leather isn't very eco-friendly no? I'd change your avatar. May attract wrong audience.
      3. Put your labels on the left and your ads on the right, may look better.
      4. 3 million different colors of green, a bit extreme.
  7. TheWoodyNook
    LOL....I'm a newbie blogger...so I'm sure you can find 10 things easy! hahaha
    www.thewoodynook.blogspot.com

    (BTW...I've not updated anything new lately...been busy outside!:) )
    1. ChicaX
      1. Waaay to much stuff.
      2. No need for a separate widget for everything, get a scroll box code and slap everything into one convenient place.
      3. Your footer could blend a bit better.
      4. Speaking of footer, you have two hit counters, with different numbers..
      5. Music players aren't really needed, I don't know of anyone that would use it.
    1. ChicaX
      1. Too many posts on one page.
      2. Amazon widget looks odd in such a neat sidebar.

      couldn't find anything else.
    2. chief302
      Thanks, I'm not enamored with the amazon thing either.

      I'm thinking of adding a 'post preview' to cut down on the length of each post on the main page.
    3. ChicaX
      That'd be a good idea, you write really well, and with the length of osme of them that feature would be great to add.
    4. chief302
      Thank you for the complement.
  8. SolReka
    Hi Chica
    To make my day even worse than it already is, I would love 10 pointers as to why my blog is rubbish.
    Bring it on.

    solreka.com/blog
    Brighter Energy Solutions
    1. ChicaX
      1. Straight away I don't like the grey post area, would like to see it the same as the sidebars.
      2. the stumble and subscribe on your post footer is a little big.

      Not much else, I do adore your tag cloud, got me wondering how you did that.
    2. GregBecerra
      I do like that tag cloud also, really neat. But I wonder if in the long run it reduces the functionality of these labels. From a user interface pov, a reader will have to play with that sphere to find what they might be looking for, and for a web presence you have to think in terms of seconds. But on the other hand it's really cool.
  9. ChicaX
    whoo hoo!
  10. SolReka
    PS One major thing wrong with your blog Chica.

    You use blogger - noooooo :-)
    1. ChicaX
      Haha oh I know!
  11. riverstyxxx
    ChicaX, all you've said so far about why you hate their blogs is the design. Anyone can do that in five minutes, most of us already do by habit. You're not exactly offering any real advice here.
    Ironically, it's because of topics like this that I left out the design factor and stuck to the pre-built one.
    1. ChicaX
      Nope, didn't claim to be either.
    2. riverstyxxx
      So what, you just want attention then?
    3. ChicaX
      It's a discussion, and a time passer for me. Do I want attention from it? Nope, just tinkering around.
    4. riverstyxxx
      Uh huh..You know, there are better time passers then both complaining and looking for attention. But whatever floats your boat, that's just the way some people are.

      Another reason I don't take this place seriously anymore.
    5. DrowseyMonkey
      You used to take this place seriously? LOL
    6. ChicaX
      I'm not complaining, seems to me you are. That's ok though, I've seen how you interact, and how you bring attention to yourself, and complain an awful lot, I am guilty of the same. I do hope you have a nice day/night wherever you are. Perhaps we'll meet again on better terms.
  12. ThriftShopRomantic
    No, no, see I know the beautiful design work you do.

    I'd be escared at the recommendations because I couldn't do anything technically to implement them.

    I'd have to hope to distract you with storytelling, and, hey, how many people don't get beat up because of a good story.

    Well, maybe Scheherezade...

    But other than her.
    1. ChicaX
      I haven't the slightest who Scheherezade is..is that bad? lol I really ought to get by your blog sometime, I keep meaning too every time I do though I always get distracted.
    2. ThriftShopRomantic
      Scheherezade told the story of the 1001 Arabian Nights.

      Because she was a good storyteller, she was able to keep telling an engaging story night after night to the Sultan-- and save herself from being killed.

      She didn't blog, though.
    3. ChicaX
      Oh well darn, she should have!
  13. weblogian
    What about mine. Don't be suprise
    www.weblogian.com
    1. ChicaX
      The only thing I have to say is that you made a HUGE step up from the last design you had. This one is a lot easier, and the navigation is ace.
    2. weblogian
      Thank you
    1. ChicaX
      Not fair! LOL Ok...

      1. Straight away I don't know that I like the big text inside your posts. I'd suggest using pull quotes joeprah.com/content/view/542/134/

      2. you use your labels well but have no label cloud or widget.
    2. DrBurst
      yes, I passed the test, woot, woot, woooooooot!

      Thank you, I will fix those things.
  14. Sylvia
    Chica,

    Thank you, its always great to other peoples thoughts and ideas
    1. ChicaX
      No problem, need any help just holla!
  15. DrowseyMonkey
    Okay, how 'bout checking out mine. You know I can take it

    drowseymonkey.blogspot.com

    If ya wanna do 2 for one ...

    drowseypics.blogspot.com/
    1. ChicaX
      1. I don't like the penguins they keep following me, and I can't stop making them!
      2. you'd benefit from a "read more" link too..
      3. ...and a scroll box for all your images in the sidebar

      I can't say much else, because it's pretty obvious that what your writing, and doing is working for you.

      For your pic blog..
      1. get a label cloud for all those labels
      2. the welcome message flower freaks me out a bit, even though it was cool to hear.
    2. DrowseyMonkey
      What penguins?

      I'm not a big fan of the 'read more' altho I have thought about it.

      Re the photo blog. Yes, I definitely gotta do something for those labels, a cloud is a good idea. Thanks
    3. ChicaX
      Haha they are cute little things them penguins. I'm not a fan of the "read more" either, but if used write it really helps out. I'd love to help you with a custom design one of these times.
  16. clioandme
    Okay, keeping in mind that I use a prefab design, take your pick:

    Language: language4you.wordpress.com
    History: clioandme.wordpress.com
    Me and whatever: markstoneman.wordpress.com (same template as the history one)
    1. ChicaX
      Only thing I could tell you is broaden your categories a bit, or else in a years time it'll be a mile long. your writing style and image use/crediting is good.
    2. clioandme
      I take it you mean the first blog? Or the second? (Pretty concise on the third.)

      Edited to add: I keep finding myself going back to categories, actually, as the right ones become more obvious to me over time.
    3. ChicaX
      Yeah the second and third blog, I love the drop down for the categories in the first one.
    4. clioandme
      Thanks for the tips. Yeah, the template for the first one allows a nice hierarchical drop-down menu, which is great, because I want detailed categories on that blog. I don't think the drop-down menu functions the same way with the other template. Too bad.
    5. ChicaX
      That's the only template I used when I was on WP too, for the dropdown feature.
  17. CLA3000
    nobody has ever found one single thing they hate about my blog. i mean it's about my own life mimicking Full House. what's to hate?

    welcometothesmashclub.blogspot.com/
    1. ChicaX
      Your absolutely right, cannot go wrong with sterile text and more text.
    2. CLA3000
      but the content is so amazing it's anything but sterile

      substance over style

      but yeah i know it doesn't have all the bells and whistles

      i like to think of it as a blog for people who hate blogs

      that is how i justify it looking plain

      sigh
    3. ChicaX
      With how you write, that is the only thing it should be, I didn't mean that as an insult. In fact if you add a ton of design elements into your blog, it'd take away from what really matters, and that's your writing. Keep it up.
    4. CLA3000
      aww wow thanks
    1. ChicaX
      1. Your categories don't make sense to me, when there is a label cloud in the opposite sidebar.

      Other then that, I dig your blog, bookmarked it too.
    2. TravelTurtle
      thanks! you are absolutely right about the categories. I made categories before tags and had a hard time letting go. I'm going to delete it as soon as I get back home!
  18. mariamichelle
    I could use some advice if you have time:

    manddraponisanimalrescue.typepad.com/

    Thanks!
    1. ChicaX
      1. way to much pink
      2. 4 too many widgets
      3. Using Pretty Pussy in your description, will bring you the wrong kind of traffic
      4. you have an about, but only an image, describe yourself there
    1. ChicaX
      1. Can't believe you have that many readers
      2. It lacks personality, a lot of it.
    2. shadow626
      hmmn... personality, in layman's term please :-) thank you..
  19. Radica1Faith
    Good luck trying to condense it down to 10.

    onlyslightly.blogspot.com
    1. ChicaX
      1. I have no idea what any of your content means except the doodles which are good
  20. jaffermaniar
    Well well, this is a good change ! I'd like you to critic my blog maniaravings.com

    1. ChicaX
      1. the head peeping up in your logo is weird
    2. jaffermaniar
      I tend to agree. I only put it up yesterday LOL !
      Was there anything else you didn't like or something you liked ?
      Thanks !
  21. janeycatte
    Count me in.
    This looks really helpful, and I could do with some honest advice.

    www.kidzarama.com/

    Thanks ChicaX!
    1. ChicaX
      1. 4 columns is one to many
    2. janeycatte
      4? It's 3 columns.

      Might just be that the image in the latest post is a little big, though.

      If you didn't scroll down or look around then that's why you thought it was 4.

      And you could only come up with one thing wrong? I'm disappointed in you

      I've resized that image though, and I'll make sure to keep an eye on the height of my images from now on. Thanks!
    1. ChicaX
      1. The objects in your logo look weird, I'd change em for better graphics
  22. startlingmoniker
    I'm game, but keep in mind I'm WP-hosted... there may be things outside my control: startlingmoniker.wordpress.com
    1. ChicaX
      1. You like coca-cola.. shame on you.
  23. kat822
    me too what the hell
    kat-com.blogspot.dom
    1. ChicaX
      1. your font is waaay to big
      2. I don't know that anyone cares about secret garden lyrics
    2. kat822
      wow only two things , the secret garden lyrics went with the song I had on my player and the font is for me i am blind!
    3. ChicaX
      LOL Well as long as you can read it then, your ace.
    1. ChicaX
      1. Your blogroll keeps moving..make it stop! lol
  24. Katuluu
    This actually seems fun...

    wherethelongtailends.com
    1. ChicaX
      1. Your about me page is much to short and doesn't have the quality as in your blog posts
    2. Katuluu
      That has been creeping up my 'To Do' list for sometime.
  25. mmmmeghan
    Hmm. I'll give this a shot. Be nice? I'm new to this.

    bitcheveryday.wordpress.com
    1. JayFingers
      Umm, this is my fave new blog, haha!

      I am no expert, I would simply suggest using the "jump" tool so that your entire posts aren't on one entire page.
    2. ChicaX
      1. your blog is much to young
      2. Should have started it off a long time ago, it's good.
    3. Katuluu
      You should also setup separate posting accounts for the two of you so your names are displayed with each post you write. I can assume Carlson isn't raving about his fabulous breasts, but a little clarity would only help.

      Setup an RSS feed. It's easy to do and will only help grow the inevitable 'Carlson's sumptuous man breasts' fan club.
    4. mmmmeghan
      carleson hasn't actually posted yet, when he does his account will show up under "the bitchers."

      Thanks guys!
    5. Katuluu
      I assumed as much, but you should have each post labelled with who is posting it. It will eliminate confusion for your readers.
    6. mmmmeghan
      Ah yes I see that makes sense. I didn't even notice that, I thought my username was at the bottom of each post. Fixed! How do you set up an RSS feed? There is one my friend made for LiveJournal (bitchaday) but I don't know how she did it.
    1. washwords
      GFG - I love how focused and well-designed your blog is (mine has ADD) but I was trying to tell you so there on your blog and only team members can comment That would be my constructive criticism.
    2. JaneQCitizen
      I like the definition of the sidebars and the nav tabs on the top -- very nice design.
    3. ChicaX
      1. I've never liked that design, and that's nothing against your blog, logo is good though.
      2. does the moon phase have anything to do with fishing?
    4. GFG
      Moon phase has everything to do with fishing... LOL
    5. ChicaX
      Does it really? LOL I would never have guessed.
  26. ChicaX
    I will hop back into this tomorrow folks.
  27. chrisc324
    angryseafood.com

    Since I make fun of things like Dark Knight (seriously guys I was kidding the film kicked ass) and the Beatles I fully expect you to rip me apart. Don't hold back. Have at it.
    1. startlingmoniker
      I'll take a shot at it, Chris--

      1) Humor, Parody, Satire, Politics, Religion, Entertainment: this is all one category. As you write it, the category is called "Drunken Chatter in the Kitchen at Some Dude's House Party".

      2) Your HTML is smeared. Please re-copy in black ink.

      3) You forgot me on the blogroll. Classic rookie mistake.
    2. chrisc324
      "1) Humor, Parody, Satire, Politics, Religion, Entertainment: this is all one category. As you write it, the category is called "Drunken Chatter in the Kitchen at Some Dude's House Party"."

      Exactly! The only difference is a sober person can follow along as well. That's the genius of it.

      "2) Your HTML is smeared. Please re-copy in black ink."

      Well, I'm left-handed so smudging is expected, ink or html.
    3. ChicaX
      1. I don't like seafood, and wonder if I should deter from angry seafood
      2. I expected to see angry things in a logo, but only saw it in your sidebars
  28. Mauro
    You should be a guest reviewer on blogcrash.com/theblog
  29. JayFingers
    Oh, why not? I need all the help/suggestions I can get!

    jayfingers.wordpress.com
    1. ChicaX
      1. "Get at me dog" How can you be such a 'gangsta' and have a creamy girly blog
      2. Air conditioning.. now that's original.....
  30. LostAdolescence
    Hey,

    vsanthosh.wordpress.com/

    Doubt you can get to 10, but love your dicussion topic though.
  31. okokokok
    I'm game. I just use templates and blogger. . . please try to stop when you get to 12 more things wrong.

    www.thehalflifeoflinoleum.blogspot.com/
  32. washwords
    oooh i'm scared but.... washwords.com/words

    great topic and idea and hey, at least I get one more reader today! I agree with "okokok" please stop when you get to 12 things wrong! and maybe say one thing nice. or two. I'm fragile!
    1. ChicaX
      1. your wash and words widgets make no sense
    2. washwords
      @chicax: they don't? They're things I'm reading about Washington and Writing. hmm, any suggestions for making them better?

      And umm, anything else, or could you only find one! hee. thanks!
  33. Crazysah
    twisthis.blogspot.com

    I would like to see you get to 10.
  34. Kiwipulse
    I'd love you tell me what you hate about my blog.. there is always room for improvement
    www.kiwipulse.com
  35. lotusb
    I'm pretty sure you (or anyone else) can't fine 10 things... but go for it (that was a little bit of a nasty challenge, wasn't it?..)

    www.lotusb.blogspot.com
    1. ChicaX
      1. I hate the word Hella
      2. Bookshelves aren't needed in a blog
      3. No label cloud
      4. no search widget, I want to search..can't
    2. lotusb
      Well I was right...can't find 10. But thanks for playing the game!! I agree with the shelf thing, I keep meaning to take it off.
  36. Biceps
    I like the idea of the discussion.

    If you have time... tell me what you hate (my mistakes) @ deejay.blog.hr .

    Greetings!
    1. ChicaX
      1. Ads that I have to close before really seeing anything hate 'em
      2. Your page is about ten miles to long, reduce the post count a bit plz
    2. Biceps
      Thanks a lot, ChicaX!
      That was helpful.
  37. Dukepro25
    Cool idea!

    Good luck.
  38. amitchopra22
    what i can add more if you dont mind to have a look at
    manywaystosuccess.blogspot.com
    1. ChicaX
      1. The cat was too cute, I couldn't stop petting it
      2. your scroll technorati thing is all the way across the right side
      3. Looks like you have a problem with the non-usage of capitalization in your posts.
  39. ChicaX
    Allrighty folks, I am DONE! If I didn't reply to your request, it's either because there wasn't anything there, or too many to be nit-picking about.
    1. Kiwipulse
      c'mon you jumped mine
    2. ChicaX
      Kiwi, you know there is nothing I can hate about your blog, It's got OCD, informative, and neat.
    3. Kiwipulse
      Sight I was expecting something negative. I will try next time
  40. pedagang
    loding time..
  41. JayFingers
    Obvs I'm not a REAL gangsta. I'm like Rick Ross LOL!

    Thanks for checking me out, haha!
    1. ChicaX
      LOL Ahhh I got ya.
  42. Crazysah
    You didn't do mine mate.

    twisthis.blogspot.com
  43. poppycat
    OK, I'm feeling brave, even with my generic layout!!!
    poppycatsaffron.blogspot.com/
  44. kirs10dee
    I don't know how brave I'm feeling, especially since I'm using a blogger template, BUT I'll give it a go. I'll be fine after a good cry!
    momjeansblogger.blogspot.com/
    1. thefly
      hey, I like your blog mommaJay. Its all about the content to me. So dont cry, Reverend Doctor Kirsten Valentine, you're a pimp remember, haha.


      buzz buzz
  45. mariamichelle
    Thanks Chica!
  46. hyderabadiz
    Good job. Gets a balance in our thinking. Best wishes.
  47. unlock4mobile
    www.ipinoyster.co.cc upload your videos unlimited see terms and condition before you upload
  48. clioandme
    @ChicaX: I did pare down some more categories on Clio and Me last night. I knew I needed to do it, but thanks for giving me a kick in the pants on it. Still more to do.
  49. GregBecerra
    ChicaX or anyone else with some time on there hands, I have no pride so feel free to spread the hate over here:

    gregbecerra-blog.blogspot.com/
  50. laptopskinsblog
    This is a good idea - could use a fresh perspective...
    Here it is www.laptopskinsplus.com/blog/
  51. farrhad
    Lets see what you got to say about mu blog!

    www.letssermo.com

    One point will be the logo (i am designing a new one )
  52. mantiz
    do me if you ever make it down this list
    measledpotatoes.blogspot.com
  53. Leiominala
    ooo Do mines!!!

    leiominalascorner.blogspot.com/

    haha I would like to see what I can improve
  54. blogger666
    I would like to participate.

    www.gahlon.se
  55. ChicaX
    These threads have lives of their own even if I said I was done.. I won't be doing anymore.
    1. Caromie
      no rest for the wicked Chica
    2. ChicaX
      I know! Didn't think it would take off so much.
    3. Caromie
      Well now you know - guess if you were after attention as River suggested, you definatly got it.
    4. ChicaX
      I'd rather go hide now.. *grabs invisible cloak*
    5. Caromie
      Where'd she go? I thought I heard her here somewhere, but I don't see her...
  56. soonergirl
    Please. I'm always up for some constructive criticism.....

    www.soonergirl.wordpress.com
  57. mantiz
    You can run but ya can't hide! muahahahaha!
    *sends dementors after chica*
    1. ChicaX
      *peeks through her invisible cloak and runs off again*
  58. hyderabadiz
    That's great and thanks for asking us to think about what is bad in our Blog.
    Let's move on.
    What is the ten things that you love, if that's on the agenda. This step forward is apt since by now we are conceptually clear about what you hate in design, content, context, width, breadth, depth, texture, frames, columns, color, widgets, and other add ons.
    I hope I am not asking for the sky.
  59. arachesostufo
    my blog is nice, nothing to say.
  60. newagebitch
    OMG, I love how you get right to the point. Awesome.
    1. ChicaX
      OMG! you opened this demonish can of worms I created.. how dare you! LOL Thanks though.. for the compliment.. not the opening of this thread.
  61. irtiza104
    hi, would love 2 hear it.
    www.lifeasiknowit22.blogspot.com
    thanks
  62. mekap04
    I would like to hear your opinion.
    freemoneymakingresources.blogspot.com

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