private blogs don't show up in readers

So since my new blog has gone private I havent had any comments, which makes me think that people are not knowing when I post because it doesn't show up in readers. I am thinking I can send out an email when I post..would that help? Going private seems safer, but also a bit more lonely :) as people can't just pop over and check it out. Any feedback...let me know!

Going Private

In an effort to keep my family safe I have gone private and and removed my last name from the blog.

You can find my new blog at pinksparklycape.blogspot.com

I have to approve all viewers so send me an email including your email address at either my live account or through facebook so I can add you!