Michael:  It is pretty silly to throw a party that you might call a "blog post..." and have people show up, and give you their comments as presents to you, and then you never send them a "thank you" card.  Just how long do you think they will keep that up.  Reciprocating is just a 25 cent word for giving back to others just as they have given to you.  You have learned well.

Thanks for the tip, the title was catchy and you kept me reading till the end!

good work

Ahhhh Grasshopper! Very good in deed!

I agree, that is why I am posting this to get the word out.  I took me a while to really start doing it but it is only fair.

Josh: Thanks, I guess my best writing must come late at night

Susan: Thank you

Hi Michael, thanks for the post.  I know I am learning to pay it forward.  And it feels good.  Keep up the good work.

Night Owls like me are on here regularly... want in on the comment-hood ? 

                          Ping you are it....

I see your posts everywhere Sonya, you must be doing something right.

Katrina:  The comment hood, that is funny.

That is a great and useful tip.  I will start doing that!

Thanks Ryan, this post has been keeping me pretty busy with comment reciprocation (i don't want to be a hypocrite).

Hi Michael,

Yes, you are so right.  It is even more fun to actually do business with other ACTIVE RAINERS.  Great post!

Hey thanks for sharing the secret, I never thought about it but will start doing what you suggest.  Now that you have posted your blog I think back to the times the 100,000 bloggers have done just what you said.

Michael,

Reciprocation is key to engaging other rainers in conversation, and the conversations lead to real relationships and business referrals.  Thanks for posting.

Mike in Tucson

Michael, great post and heads up for the entire Active Rain Family.

Michael - Very appropriate post!  I have met some wonderful friends here and it is through commenting that you really get to know a person.  Thanks for reminding us all...

Bill: I agree, doing business with other AR's is even better

Dick: It took me a while to realize it as well

Mike: That is definitely key, building a relationship withe the person by engaging in conversation

Duane: Your welcome

Leesa: Agreed, and your welcome

There have been many good posts on this subject, but I guess we all need someone to continue to point out the things that seem to matter the most.

For more dialog on this subject and with the idea of keeping this important thought about the value of comments in the forefront more reading is available such as: In SEARCH of Comments!

Hi Michael,

Taking the time to reciprocate is the best way to build relationships here in the Rain, looks like you are doing great! :)

Don:  Thanks for the comment, I agree it is important to be pointed out.  I didnt mean to be late to the party, I have never read a post on comment reciprication.  I will check out your post as well.

Suzanne:  I try anyway

Michael - I agree with you and great post. I also try and communicate with those who post on my blogs - we are building relationships. And then most of them I end up subscribing to their blogs as well. . .

Hi Sharon,

Agreed, you are great about comment reciprocation and I appreciate that.

Hi Michael great post. thanks for the good advice

Your welcome Sasha, I am glad you found it informative.