There are many other ways to interact in real time with your visitors besides chat. I also have researched a few ways to properly get some into my sidebar.

Blogging with a family and a full time job is possible and you can make money too. Here's two habits I practice.

Damien Riley, author, teacher and dad, keeps an eye on pop culture, the news, and humor all around us. His blog, Postcards from the FunnyFarm, covers topics including inspiration, humor, and psychology. Damien’s mission statement for his writing has been “to publish creative and innovative content” since December of 2006. He is married to Sarah, also a teacher and blogger. Together they have 3 children.