Submit my blog and other cool stuff
Opting for first option is recommended because it is easier and cheaper for the new bloggers. The reason is that there are so many blog directories which provide free access to "submit my blog" application. The accounts are generally created for free and no charges are demanded by the blog directories. Once you submit the blog, then you can submit the same blog on as many directories as you want. However, in this case you have to be cautious because these blog directories are getting populous very quickly and you can get benefit by submitting your blogs just after producing them.