Is photoblogging good for photography?

BoingBoing reader mat says, " This essay from Emese Gaal asks the question, 'While [photo]blogging helps build traffic and creates a sense of a welcoming and creative community, does blogging actually make you a better a photographer?' Well written and interesting article on the relative merits of the rise in photoblogging, from the point of view of a professional photographer. A selection of excellent comments really makes this worth a read." Link