From @kganderson
To help make connections: name 5-7 things that interest you but aren't in your profile, as tags so they are searchable. Then boost this post or repeat its instructions so others know to do the same.

#myths
#fairytales
#UrbanLegends
#bears
#fungi
#WritingRetreats
#WritingCommunity
#TextileArts
#politics

So... here's my quick description of some Masto-basics...

Toot: Here's what I have to say.

Hashtag: I want others to be able to find what I say

Favorite/Like: I like what you said.

Boost: I think others should hear what you said

Follow: I want to hear more of what you say!

List: I want to make sure I don't miss what you say.