Unless you publish a blog, you may not appreciate what I am about to say…
I hate spam comments!
As you sit or stand there reading this awesomely inspiring piece of literary art, my hope is that you will take just a moment to comment….about how awesomely inspiring this post is. Your comment would be an encouragement, an edification, a pat on the back with an extra dose of “attaboy!” Just do it because you love me – not because you want to sell something.
What you don’t see in the comment section below are the many words of false praise that come to me every day. They come from people who have never once read anything I have written, much less agree.
Spam comments are those meant to trick the writer into thinking he/she is great or awesome. Then, when the feeling of euphoria has completely blinded the mind, he/she approves the comment, thereby achieving the goal of the spammer – the spreading of the spammer’s name or website.
A real, honest-to-goodness comment is easy to recognize. It usually has something to do with whatever was posted. For instance, if I posted an article about my hatred of bridges shaped like monkeys, I might get a comment that reads, “Hey, umm, Anthony, have you ever thought of seeing a shrink?”
Spam comments are ones that usually gets attached to the “About” page and read something like the following:
- “Great post. Like it lot. Never thought me find you and brain like me. Will keep checking back.”
- “Like your house! Great info! I could use more thinking like that! Get free sample of Vigalax today!”
- “My 499## for wbsite in Thailand…Subcribe and get free toothpaste…hurry! Bob is not in Zurich. Keep doing what you do.”
- “I can’t believe I finally found a blog like this. I have been searching all over the internet for such a site, but never found one with as much wisdom and information. You really nailed it. How did you do it? Could you help me do it, too?”
As you can see, something is not quite right about the above accolades. They seem to be trying to butter me up. Sorta reminds me of real-life people who constantly pour out praise, but never offer any criticism. Praise can be very deceitful if taken too seriously. I am always looking for comments, but I’d rather have the honesty of a friend.
“When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for [there are] seven abominations in his heart.“ – Proverbs 26:25
“Faithful [are] the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy [are] deceitful.“ – Proverbs 27:6
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The Recovering Legalist 
Sparky, just want to let you know that I read everyone of your post , and find them to be thought provoking and based on biblical. Thank yoprinciples. However, I do fond you to be single minded (once anyway) And that is my honest opinion. Thank you for the time you give us.
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Thanks, Richard.
And you know, I’m very narrow-minded when it comes to some things – like pizza, dogs, and clowns. But of course, I’m not perfect, am I? Oh well.
Thanks for being honest, except for the “Sparky” part. You could have kept that bit of wisdom to yourself 😉
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I just logged into my blog and I had one spam comment. “Solid Information on this blog…” they tried to comment on a post about Where to get your business cards. The plugin I use is SI Captcha Options it work’s great I went from 20 spam comment’s a day to about 1 every few weeks.
Did you know there is Spam with bacon? Here is my post on spam
http://www.aleddy.com/spam-spam-spam-spam-spam/
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I usually never comment, but I will do so on this. I really hate when you have to deal with such things as spam. Most everything you write does inspire me or interest me in some way and I’m not the literary type and my spelling is horrible and it’s embarrassing, so I don’t post, but those things that I feel need a word I give it. I wish something can be done about spammers and what they do, maybe lose their internet access.
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Well, I’m not one to be grading the grammar and syntax of comments, but I didn’t see anything disturbing in yours. You pass!
Seriously, thanks for commenting – and I agree.
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This is why I moderate comments before they appear on the blog. I get about five spam replies a week, and that currently outranks how many legitimate replies I receive on the blog each week (I get others through text messages, phone calls, facebook, and e-mails).
Great post! It was very wisdom. You should check out my site and share you wisdom on great writting!
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I actually liked your article and it made me laugh out loud thrice, yes one two three, thrice.
That being said, of course I’d want you to look at my own Deep Fried Southern blog….
now sir, that’s not SPAM that’s good old tasty Virginia ham I’m offering.
With my readers I’m not sure if I’d get spammed with Viagara or maybe Goody’s headache powder.
Sincerely,
Southern Blogger
a loyal and (honest) reader since 10 minutes ago
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Thank you, my good sir! Send my regards to the good general’s family. As a southern gentleman AND a Christian, one of my greatest heroes is General Lee (man, not the car). His picture hangs in my study.
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I can’t believe I finally found a blog like this. I have been searching all over the internet for such a site, but never found one with as much wisdom and information. You really nailed it. How did you do it? Could you help me do it, too? . . . . . ..
JK! I understand (as a fellow blogger)
I do enjoy reading your blogs. I am glad Heather Joy recommended me to read it. 🙂
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