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Thursday, 10 January 2013

Blogfest? You Jest?

Here is a list of blogfest ideas.  Of course, they probably wont happen because they don't involve the alphabet.

The "BlogPest BlogFest" : Yes, I suggested this in a previous posting.  Thanks to the overwhelming response to this idea, it has made me give it some serious thought.  Just imagine a wonderful blogfest where we did a posting on a blogger that aggravates us so much that we would much rather go to a Justin Bieber concert than continuing reading their crap. This blogfest, however, could seriously backfire as it brings loads of visits and new 'followers' to the blogger that aggravates us.

The "Drive-By Blogger Blogfest" : This would be a blogfest where you visit a site just the once and leave some comment that has nothing to do with the posting.  All you do is mention that you are now 'following' their blog. What you are really trying to do is get them to follow your blog so as to add to your blog 'followers'.

The "Blatant Self-Promoting, Self-Obsessed Blogfest" : Rather similar to the blogfest mentioned above.  What you do in this blogfest is demonstrate the fine art of self-promoting and being self-obsessed.  Here's an example sample of what you might write in such a blogfest :  "You must read my latest posting that ties in nicely with my other posting about the upcoming posting that tells you about my posting that I posted last month about how great my postings are!   You know, my blog is a very important place.  A meeting place where other lesser bloggers can come and note just how wonderful I am!"

The "Blogbuster Movie Blogfest" : For those of us who haven't actually had our exciting lives made into a blockbuster movie, we could do a fantasy posting about a must see film about ourselves.

The "New Kids on the Blog" blogfest : This one might actually work. Although still no mention of the alphabet.  This would be a blogfest bringing further awareness of new bloggers.  A sort of a big hello from this amazingly caring community.

The "Captain's Blog: Stardate 2013.2" blogfest : This would be blogfest for all those with this fascination for all things spaced out.  Make it so.

The "DogFest BlogFest" : This would be a blogfest where we show our appreciation for our doggy friends such as, oh I don't know, Penny the Jack Russell dog and modest internet superstar! 

 The "Cynical Blogfest" : This would be a blogfest about stating that blogfests are a way of drawing attention to the creators of blogfests and a darned good way to self-promote, plug their latest novel or try to sell you timeshare properties in fashionable Stoke on Trent.

The "Groundblog Day" blogfest : Wouldn't it be great for a blogfest?  This would be where we repeat the same paragraph, over and over again.  Yes indeed, a paragraph that repeats over and over and over...If you get what I mean?

Wouldn't it be great for a blogfest?  This would be where we repeat the same paragraph, over and over again.  Yes indeed, a paragraph that repeats over and over and over...If you get what I mean?

Wouldn't it be great for a blogfest?  This would be where we repeat the same paragraph, over and over again.  Yes indeed, a paragraph that repeats over and over and over...If you get what I mean?
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90 comments:

  1. Alex J. Cavanaugh10 January 2013 at 03:24

    I'd sign up for the Groundhog Day Blogfest!

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  2. klahanie10 January 2013 at 03:26

    Hi Alex, Hi Alex,

    You were supposed to repeat your sentence twice. You were so supposed to repeat your sentence twice.

    Gary,

    Gary,

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  3. Berts Blog10 January 2013 at 03:39

    I hate to admit it but I think one or two of those Fests related to me. I mean Bert....No, I mean me.

    Sign me up
    Bert's my Vickie

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 22:37

      Hi Vickie,

      Really? I wonder what they could possibly be in regards to you, no Bert, no you.....

      Consider yourself signed up :)

      Gary and his various blogfests:)

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  4. Susan Flett Swiderski10 January 2013 at 05:18

    You crack me up. That doggie fest just might work. (Right, Penny?)

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 22:40

      Hi Susan,

      Thanks, I'm pretty cracked up, in bits and all over the place. The "DogFest BlogFest" would be 'pawfect', according to Penny :)

      Gary, never one to self-promote his amazing blogfest ideas :)

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  5. Tammy Theriault10 January 2013 at 05:29

    I totally laughed out loud and changed my pants on several occasions! I will do all, but what about the dodgeballfest. The one where we end up cornering one follower and tell them how terrible they really are and we all take shots. Then at the end we shake hands and say good game, good game.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 22:49

      Hi Tammy,

      We assume you will be doing a laundry. I reckoned you would join in all of these blogfest ideas. What next, oh yes, somebody will come up with some alphabet challenge to bring the blogging community together and of course, nothing to do with bringing attention to themselves. Oops.... You set up the "dodgeballfest", Tammy. I'm sure it will attract a lot of interest and I'm a willing follower victim. I just hope the game doesn't go into sudden death overtime.

      Your starstruck 'follower',

      Gary

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  6. Empty Nest Insider10 January 2013 at 07:45

    These are all great Gary, but The Drive-By Blogger Blogfest is sure to have the most hits!
    Julie

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 22:58

      Hi Julie,

      Glad you think so. The "Drive-By" bloggers are so much fun and yes, you're probably right, such a blogfest would have the most hits. I'd like to give a virtual hit to those drive-by bloggers :)

      Gary and his feeble attempt at blogfests :)

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  7. Elephant's Child10 January 2013 at 08:45

    Jazz n Jewel are a bit hissy about the DogFest Blogfest. Just saying...

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 23:01

      Hi The Elephant's Child,

      Penny has suggested a "Jazz n Jewel blogfest". Quite the musical gem of a blogfest! :)

      Gary and his blogfest suggestions that probably wont happen unless a 'popular' blogger grabs one of the blogfest ideas and uses it :)

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  8. Anonymous10 January 2013 at 10:28

    Some good ideas there Gary hope some get taken up.
    Yvonne.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 23:03

      Hi Yvonne,

      Thank you, but they would only probably happen if someone who has set up something like an alphabet challenge gets wind of my blogfest suggestions :)

      I still cannot find your latest blog, Yvonne.

      Gary

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  9. raydenzel110 January 2013 at 12:02

    ya know
    ya know
    it just might work
    it just might work
    ray
    ra

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 23:04

      Hi Ray, Hi Ray,

      Ya know, you might be right.
      Ya know, you might be right.

      Gary,
      Gary,

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  10. L. Diane Wolfe10 January 2013 at 12:19

    Man, I know a lot of bloggers who are already doing the drive-by blogfest. Lame!!

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 23:10

      Hi L. Diane Wolfe,

      Strangely enough, so do I. Of course, not forgetting one of the standard comments that might go with a drive-by bloggers comment. "Great post! Thanks for sharing!"

      Penny the Jack Russell dog and modest internet superstar's book about her puppy years titled, "My First Bark", is finally available on 'eek-publishing'.

      Gary, your adoring fan :)

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  11. Jane and Lance Hattatt10 January 2013 at 12:30

    Hello Gary:
    We love all your ideas for 'Blogfests' but, not that we should wish to criticise in any way [Blogtopia rules in our blog book], there does not seem to be any opportunity for dressing up.Perhaps a mask, fancy dress, silly moustache........do you get the idea.....do you.....do you.....do you.....do you....

    Whatever, count us in!!!!Happy New Year, Gary!!!

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 23:24

      Oh hello Jane and Lance,

      One day, you might let me know which one of you two is typing to me. Do you take turns doing sentences? Do you take turns doing comments in their entirety? Just wondering...

      How odd, you mention a mask, fancy dress and a silly moustache. I did a posting about that but because I would never self-promote, I shall leave it at that.

      Evidently, they are coming up with a sequel to the movie "Groundhog Day". Evidently, they are coming up with a sequel to the movie "Groundhog Day". Evidently, they are coming up with a sequel to the movie "Groundhog Day". Evidently, they are coming up with a sequel to the movie "Groundhog Day". Evidently, they are coming up with a sequel to the movie "Groundhog Day". Evidently, they are coming up with a sequel to the movie "Groundhog Day".

      Consider the both of your illustrious selves, counted in. A peaceful, positive New Year, my friends!

      Gary and Penny and the wee folks and a unicorn and a psychotic clown....

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  12. shelly10 January 2013 at 13:29

    OMG! TFF! What a funny way to put into words how I feel sometimes.

    Shared this one.

    Hugs and chocolate,
    Shelly

    PS Sir Poops and Hair Ball are seriously thinking about interviewing your pooch. They just have to device a plan since he/she is a fur-peep, too.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 23:36

      Hi Shelly,

      OMG TFF meets R2D2 and 3CPO :) I tried not to be too cynical with this one. I mean, me cynical, never! Ah yes, that would be more like the "Sarcastic Blogfest".

      Very kind of you to share. Thank you, Shelly.

      I know that Penny the Jack Russell dog and modest internet superstar would love to have a collaboration interview with Sir Poops and Hair Ball. Then it could get 'pawblished'!

      Thank you for the hugs and chocolate.

      Kind wishes and some Purdy's chocolate, your way,

      Gary

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  13. Starting Over, Accepting Changes - Maybe10 January 2013 at 13:52

    All great ideas!

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 23:37

      Hi Arleen,

      Thank you and now they will be 'stolen' and used by one of those 'popular' bloggers :)

      Gary

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  14. PT Dilloway10 January 2013 at 14:12

    I think one time I came up with the UberBlogFest where every day of the blogfest people come up with new blogfests.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 23:41

      Aha PT,

      So blogfests about blogfests. Thanks for sharing and great comment!

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  15. Anonymous10 January 2013 at 15:30

    I think there are a good many blogfests out there that have no other motive than the accumulation of followers...you are quite right (sadly) about that. I am somewhat terrified of accumulating a whole raft of followers. Such pressure to come up with something interesting on a regular basis.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2013 at 23:48

      Hi Delores,

      Surely that wouldn't be their aim. I cannot believe that somebody would set up a blogfest just to bring attention and more 'followers' to their site.

      Actually, I have visited a number of sites with over a 1000 'followers' and zero comments. Wonder what that could possibly mean.

      As for you, dear lady, you are always interesting to read. You should have loads of followers and lots of comments. No pressure, just have fun. Pretend all those followers on your site are anxiously awaiting your next posting. See, no pressure at all :)

      Gary

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  16. Unknown10 January 2013 at 16:26

    Just love the ideas, especially the Groundhog one! One of my favouritest films of all time.

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    1. klahanie11 January 2013 at 01:30

      Hi Carol,

      I'm glad you love the ideas. Of course, I had to make a bit of a pun in regards to that movie and the blogfest would be "Groundblog Day" blogfest.

      I'm glad you love the ideas. Of course, I had to make a bit of a pun in regards to that movie and the blogfest would be "Groundblog Day" blogfest.

      Thanks Carol and big hugs :)

      Gary

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  17. Joylene Nowell Butler10 January 2013 at 17:36

    The Dogfest and maybe Catfest! Yeah, a fest to honour both our puppies and our kittens! And I know how much you and Penny the Jack Russel dog and internet superstar love cats!

    Isn't Justin Bieber like the kewlest Canuck ever? I'm sure that's what I've heard.

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    1. klahanie11 January 2013 at 01:36

      Hi Joylene,

      I was trying to rhyme Blog with Dog. A "Catfest" blogfest. Just think, we could have cats tell us all about their evil plan to rule the world and turn humans into slaves in a gigantic dairy factory in Switzerland! Yes, Penny just loves dem cats. She knows some of her bestest type fans are cats!

      Been trying to keep it a secret that Bieber is Canadian, eh. I reckoned he should be sent to America, forever! To think he starred in the half time show of the Grey Cup. Shudder!!!

      Your adoring fan,

      Gary

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  18. Rebecca10 January 2013 at 19:12

    inspiring post i'm following you now "wink"

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    1. klahanie11 January 2013 at 01:38

      Hi becca,

      Thanks and I'm going to go to your site, leave a comment that has nothing to do with your posting and mention I'm following you :) Great comment, becca. Thanks for sharing! *wink*

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  19. lotta joy10 January 2013 at 23:14

    It's MY blog and I'm not going to do anything just because it's a new requirement. na na na na nana }P

    Me follow you long time. Please visit my blog where me discuss similar issues.

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    1. klahanie11 January 2013 at 01:44

      Ah lotta joy,

      It's MY blog, she states. You just cannot resist using CAPITAL letters. A bit disappointed you didn't chuck in a few exclamation points for dramatic impact!!!

      Totally understandable you 'follow' my blog. And yes, I'm just as modest as ever. Me visit you blog and me have 'followed' your blog, since I were but a young lad. Must see what your similar issues are all about. Bet you are thrilled knowing I shall visit your blog....

      With much happiness, singing, dancing and wee folks frolicking, your way,

      Gary

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  20. Tina10 January 2013 at 23:38

    Grand ideas. I love the Groundhog Day Blogfest the best. Although I beg to differ with how you corrected some commenters. Aren't I supposed to come back tomorrow (i.e another day...) and post this comment again? Just wondering. Wouldn't want to screw up...

    Glad to hear we get your satire again. Our blogfest would not be the same without your added spot-on dead-on funny comments. You rock Gary. Now don't freak out when you see this comment again...

    Tina @ Life is Good
    http://kmdlifeisgood.blogspot.com/

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    1. klahanie11 January 2013 at 01:51

      Hey Tina,

      My friend and one of the lovely hosts, or is it hostesses of the fabulous blogfest that brings further awareness of the alphabet! :)

      Yes, I shall totally mock your um 'challenge'. Ironically, that, in my own significant way, brings further attention to all of you who organise such a fascinating blogfest.

      I look forward to your comment again, Tina. And darn it, it's the "Groundblog Day" blogfest. GROUNDBLOG....GROUNDBLOG...GROUNDBLOG....

      Thank you, Tina and your life just got gooder....

      Gary

      I look forward to your comment again, Tina. And darn it, it's the "Groundblog Day" blogfest. GROUNDBLOG....GROUNDBLOG...GROUNDBLOG....

      Thank you, Tina and your life just got gooder....

      Gary

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  21. Cat and DOG Chat With Caren10 January 2013 at 23:41

    I am DYING LAUGHING! This has to be one of your BEST posts EVER!!!
    I like the BlogFests where the person just hops by and says they are following and you never see them again.
    LOVE the Ground Hog idea
    LOVE the Ground Hog idea
    My all time fave? The "Blatant Self-Promoting, Self-Obsessed Blogfest"

    COUNT ME IN!!!!

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    1. klahanie11 January 2013 at 02:00

      Hi Caren,

      I'm really pleased that you're DYING LAUGHING! Actually, forget the dying bit :) Do you think this might have been slightly tongue in cheek. Of course, I would never, ever try to make fun of those who set up the blogfests just to draw attention to themselves.

      It's "Groundblog"...yikes!
      It's "Groundblog"...yikes!

      I think I should tell you about one of my previous posts that tells you about a post about an upcoming post that will be a fantastically awesome post, just like all my posts are. I'm so wonderful and you are honoured to visit my site. Hmmm...

      Thank you, Caren. And Penny says hello to Cody :)

      See you later, eh,

      Gary

      See you later, eh,

      Gary

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  22. Ms. Faustus10 January 2013 at 23:59

    I love it when you do this. Funnily enough I was working on Herman Melville today, and some of his thoughts on a similar subject came up:

    "And do you famous mortals, then, take no pleasure in hearing your bravos?"

    "Much, my good lord; at least such famous mortals, so enamored of a clamorous notoriety, as to bravo for themselves, when none else will huzza; whose whole existence is an unintermitting consciousness of self; whose very persons stand erect and self-sufficient as their infallible index, the capital letter I; who relish and comprehend no reputation but what attaches to the carcass; who would as lief be renowned for a splendid mustache, as for a splendid drama: who know not how it was that a personage, to posterity so universally celebrated as the poet Vavona, ever passed through the crowd unobserved; who deride the very thunder for making such a noise in Mardi, and yet disdain to manifest itself to the eye."

    All best to you, hope you're doing well :)

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    1. klahanie11 January 2013 at 02:13

      Hi Chris,

      Why thank you :) And thus, you were working on Herman Melville. Interesting and no, I wont make mention of "Moby Dick" because you might think I'd try to make some sort of silly innuendo out of that.

      A most interesting quote and it was almost in English I could understand. I'm kidding, Herman is as poignant and relevant now as he was then. Um, have fun working on him :)

      And the best to you, dear lady. I'm just fine, thank you. We would like to think that your new adventure continues in a positive focus.

      Gary :)

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  23. Optimistic Existentialist11 January 2013 at 00:40

    These are some amazing ideas indeed sir!

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    1. klahanie11 January 2013 at 02:17

      Hi Keith,

      Why thank you and I have been to the top of the mountain and breathed in the panorama of a new light, a new hope for this beleaguered planet.

      Take care.

      In peace and goodwill,

      Gary

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  24. Heather Murphy11 January 2013 at 02:26

    Happy New Year Gary (and Penny)! These would be some very entertaining fests! I'd be happy to join a DogFest Blogfest. My star is Bobo the Booty-licious Chihuahua

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    1. klahanie11 January 2013 at 02:33

      Hi Heather,

      And a Happy New Year to you, my dear friend. At this rate, the "DogFest Blogfest" might actually happen. Bobo and Booty-licious, you can 'pawblish' a posting. Heck, we could always have the doggy version of the A to Z. Yep, the "A to Z Alphabark Challenge!"

      Thank you, Heather.

      Gary

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  25. Livia Peterson11 January 2013 at 03:33

    I think I would sign up for all of them. But under one condition, they must be hosted by our Ninja Captain Alex. :)

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    1. klahanie11 January 2013 at 03:44

      Hi Livia,

      Ouch! :) Mr. Cavanaugh has plenty to do. And besides, I'm the captain, as in "Captain's Blog Stardate 2013.2" blogfest.

      Please, can I host a blogfest which of course, in no way will be about me self-promoting to draw attention to myself. No way, it would be for um...um, oh yeah, embracing the ideals of this sharing, caring blogging community :)

      Thank you, Livia.

      Your cordial blogfest host,

      Gary :)

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  26. David11 January 2013 at 08:24

    Hi Gary,
    Ah, the blogfest. I've never really been part of one of those, although I like your own ideas. Maybe you could have a "snogfest" as well, where you invite all your female admirers (sorry, followers) round for a nice cup of tea and a snog. I think it must be your witty banter that has so many women in thrall to you Gare, and I must say, after reading this post, I was quite overcome myself. In a strictly just friends, male, heterosexual sort of way, that is.
    Anyway, peace be with you, and all that.
    Very Best Wishes,
    David.

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    1. klahanie11 January 2013 at 18:11

      Hi David,

      Me neither, I might suggest that they are blatant self-promotion gimmicks, but not being, um cynical, I would never suggest that. I was considering the "snogfest" blogfest. Seriously I was. I used the word snog to rhyme with blog in a rhyming posting once. I didn't use it in this one because I realised that "snog" is a colloquialism of Britain. And you know, y'all, some might of got confused. However, I'm delighted you forwarded that blogfest suggestion. Maybe, just maybe, you might consider doing a blogfest that involves snogging. That way, you could share yourself with the blogging community in a real loving way, even more. Or you might think of it as blatant self-promotion. Nah....A man hug, your way, in a heterosexual sort of way!

      Cheers David, me old mucker!

      Gary

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  27. All Consuming11 January 2013 at 23:46

    The main problem with Groundblog is that the main problem with Groundblog is that the main problem with Groundblog is that the main problem with Groundblog is ....... :O

    x

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    1. klahanie12 January 2013 at 12:35

      Hi All Consuming,

      Finally, somebody actually noticed it was "Groundblog" not "Groundhog"! Thank you so much and have a good weekend.

      Yours in repetition,

      Gary x

      Hi All Consuming,

      Finally, somebody actually noticed it was "Groundblog" not "Groundhog"! Thank you so much and have a good weekend.

      Yours in repetition,

      Gary x

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  28. Teresa Ashby12 January 2013 at 12:53

    Indy likes the sound of a Dogfest whereas I am drawn towards the Captain's Blog, as long as I don't have to wear a red shirt :-) x

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    1. klahanie12 January 2013 at 13:15

      Hi Teresa,

      Should of known Indy would like the Dogfest! :) No red shirt for you. Make it so, number one!

      Could I interest you in the "Groundblog Day" blogfest?

      Gary :) x

      Could I interest you in the "Groundblog Day" blogfest?

      Gary :) x

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    2. Teresa Ashby13 January 2013 at 09:42

      I could give Groundblog Day a go, Gary.

      I could give Groundblog day a go, Gary.

      I could give Groundblog day a go, Gary.

      Hah try saying that fast!!! I just did. Now to untangle my tongue :-)

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    3. klahanie13 January 2013 at 16:59

      Hi Teresa,

      Try saying "that fast". Okay then...."that fast" :) Ignore me, Teresa :)

      Gary

      Hi Teresa,

      Try saying "that fast". Okay then...."that fast" :) Ignore me, Teresa :)

      Gary

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  29. unikorna12 January 2013 at 13:28

    The drive by blogfest is hillarious and yes, I recognize that kind of subjects :). The one I like best is the one involving our doggy friends, for I have also one dog that I adore, her name is Betty. Penny would like her.

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    1. klahanie12 January 2013 at 14:08

      Hi Petronela,

      I think we have experienced a few of those drive-by bloggers :) Sometimes I drive over to their site and leave a return drive-by comment. Betty would be just 'pawfect' for a Dogfest! Penny sends her and you, pawsitive wishes and doggy kisses xx

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  30. Hilary Melton-Butcher12 January 2013 at 16:55

    Fests, Fests, Pests, Pests ... life's a long festive feast ... At the moment I'd have a hibernest fest, a hibernest fest ... for all who are on sickies, all who are on sickies ...

    Hardwick and I would be happy to join a Gary-Pennyfest ... we'd bring a few extra friends along too ... Swooping Seagull for one ... anyone can join as long as they can swim, or ski perhaps - depending on the airfest up north ...

    Have a happy weekend - well I am .. oh gosh have to brave the big outside tomorrow! Cheers to you both ... see ya .. Hilary

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    1. klahanie13 January 2013 at 00:23

      Hi Hilary,

      Or, pests, pests, pests :) Ah, a "hibernest blogfest", it's a shame that the topic would involve having a sickie.

      Yes, let's get Hardwick and some other friends to swoop in and join in the festivities of the "DogFest BlogFest".

      Wishing you a happy weekend, also, Hilary. Stay well wrapped up on Sunday.

      I reckon, we should have a "Hedgeblog Day" blogfest, sort of the British version.

      Gary

      I reckon, we should have a "Hedgeblog Day" blogfest, sort of the British version.

      Gary

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  31. John Going Gently12 January 2013 at 17:17

    I see myself in at least 3 of those catogaries
    Ello from wales

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    1. klahanie13 January 2013 at 00:27

      Hi John,

      I wonder what those categories might be. I reckon you're not in the "Drive-By" category. And so delighted were you by my comment on your site, I know you shall return. Right John?

      Have a peaceful Sunday in Wales and hello from England and sometimes Canada.

      In kindness,

      Gary

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    2. John Going Gently13 January 2013 at 14:11

      As arnie Swartz said so eloquently "I shall be back"

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    3. klahanie13 January 2013 at 16:26

      Hi John Gray,

      The eloquence of the former Governor of 'Kaleefooornyah' is resonating in your excellent response.

      And, because no blog is really a secret, you can look forward, with eager anticipation, another um award winning comment from me.

      Gary

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  32. Sassy 12 January 2013 at 22:56

    Gary, I must confess I'm a bit overwhelmed by the decision making, lol all such great choices. So, I would have to do what I normally don't do well and that us keep simple by saying, I would probably join the drive by. :-))

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    1. klahanie13 January 2013 at 00:35

      Hi Madison,

      Ah yes, decisions, decisions. And to think I could of added plenty more um fascinating blogfest ideas :)

      Thanks for driving by, oops, thanks for visiting! :)

      Have a peaceful, positive weekend, Madison.

      In hope and goodwill,

      Gary :)

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  33. Kelly13 January 2013 at 00:01

    Made too many mistakes on that last comment. Had to erase or it would be incomprehensible. The flu I've got is doing a number on me.

    Anyway...

    Howdy Gary... Wow! Blogfests, huh? What a grand idea. This post vaguely reminds me of your Blog Air posts. Now don't start repeating yourself already.

    That's a 'Groundhog Day BlogFest'

    Wouldn't it be great for a blogfest? This would be where we repeat the same paragraph, over and over again. Yes indeed, a paragraph that repeats over and over and over...If you get what I mean?
    Wouldn't it be great for a blogfest? This would be where we repeat the same paragraph, over and over again. Yes indeed, a paragraph that repeats over and over and over...If you get what I mean?

    But I digress...

    The Blatant Self-Promoting, Self-Obsessed Blogfest sounds like the best out of all of them, really. those type bug me the most. I wish they create a can of blog spray to get rid of the hyped lil' suckers that usually offer little in substance but still want you to check them out while they put their name everywhere on the net.

    This was a great post, dude. You made up some good ones. If you want a suggestion, I could give you the Boring-As-Hell BlogFest. This BlogFest would require all of us to visit a blog that definitely will not make you laugh, think or feel anything. You just go to it, read about somebody feeding their cat or dog, tell strangers that they ate a donut that morning and then watched TV until they went to bed. Everyone visiting this one shouldn't have trouble falling asleep.

    Wait a second... that sounds kind of like Farcebook profile statuses, too. :) Take care, Gary and before I leave I just wanted to add...

    Wouldn't it be great for a blogfest? This would be where we repeat the same paragraph, over and over again. Yes indeed, a paragraph that repeats over and over and over...If you get what I mean?

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    1. klahanie13 January 2013 at 00:49

      Hi Kelly,

      I deleted your other comment completely. I appreciate you going to this much trouble what with you having the "man flu". Big respect to you.

      Yes sir, we got back into the tongue-in-cheek, cynical, bordering on sarcastic type posting. And it's "GROUNDBLOG". See that, I was trying to be clever.

      And there are certain blatant self-promoting, self-obsessed bloggers who very cleverly try to make out they actually care. Some will actually leave what appears to be a flattering comment that reeks of superficiality. What they really want you to do is check out their site and follow their blog. It's a very sad, insecure ego thing. I think we have to realise, like you realise, we are all different and all equal.

      I was hoping you would leave a comment and add your own suggestions. You didn't disappoint, my friend. Often the "Boring-As-Hell BlogFest" types you allude to are often bloggers who do alleged comedy and folks tell them how funny they are, even if they realise the humour is actually crap. I never profess to be funny and I don't claim to be in that genre. Yet, some of those 'comedy' bloggers are, for lack of a better word, a 'joke'.

      I'm now reading new 'friends' on Farcebook who have really important profile updates about their evening meal and seriously, they get 50 likes and 20 comments. Wow and yes, I go and take the 'p**s' out of them. In a very nice way, of course :)

      Yes sir, we got back into the tongue-in-cheek, cynical, bordering on sarcastic type posting. And it's "GROUNDBLOG". See that, I was trying to be clever.

      Yes sir, we got back into the tongue-in-cheek, cynical, bordering on sarcastic type posting. And it's "GROUNDBLOG". See that, I was trying to be clever.

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  34. Jemi Fraser13 January 2013 at 02:47

    I love the way your brain works, Gary!! THese are fun - although I hope no one would nominate me for the 1st one - I don't think I'd be able to look at my blog list that day!! :)

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    1. klahanie13 January 2013 at 16:50

      Hi Jemi,

      Glad you love the way my brain works. My last two brain cells are right confused! :) Of course, if we had a "Super Lovely Blogfest", yours would be right up there with the loveliest of them all! :)

      Enjoy the rest of your weekend, Jemi.

      Gary

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  35. John Going Gently13 January 2013 at 14:12


    John Gray13 January 2013 14:11
    As arnie Swartz said so eloquently "I shall be back"

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    1. klahanie13 January 2013 at 16:27

      Hi John Gray,

      The eloquence of the former Governor of 'Kaleefooornyah' is resonating in your excellent response.

      And, because no blog is really a secret, you can look forward, with eager anticipation, another um award winning comment from me.

      Gary

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  36. Misha Gerrick13 January 2013 at 15:48

    Hahaha awesome ideas. Might steal a few. :-P

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    1. klahanie13 January 2013 at 16:53

      Hi Misha,

      And just my luck, you being a popular blogger, would get an overwhelming response to any blogfest ideas you 'stole' from me :)

      And with that, I shall now go sob uncontrollably in a darkened room.....

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  37. Anonymous13 January 2013 at 18:47

    Hilarious! What about the Lurkers Blogfest?

    I love blogfests that present a challenge to get my teeth into/ ideas to blog about.

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    1. klahanie13 January 2013 at 23:47

      Hi Madeleine,

      A "Lurkers Blogfest". Can imagine the total number of those participating would be zero :)

      I love blogfests in so far as it give me the chance to satirise them :) I've heard there is a blogfest that celebrates the alphabet. Seriously? Hope you had a nice weekend and oops, its snowing.

      Gary

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  38. Anonymous14 January 2013 at 15:05

    Ah but it could be called the 'Coming Out of the Cyber Closet' Blogfest? ;O)

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    1. klahanie14 January 2013 at 18:54

      Hi Madeleine,

      Very good. The lurkers might get into it so much that they discover their cyber closet is wide open and ready to take on the blogging world! :)

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  39. Arlee Bird15 January 2013 at 21:00

    You may be onto something with some of these. I actually like a few of these a lot. Then again, some bloggers are always participating in some of these--in their own minds at least and without thinking of them as blogfests.

    Lee
    Wrote By Rote

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    1. klahanie15 January 2013 at 21:40

      Hi Lee,

      Thank you and perhaps you would like to use some of them. In my mind, I have this blogfest where everybody hold a blogfest in my honour. Can't imagine that happening.

      Take care and welcome to Groundblog Day...

      Gary

      Take care and welcome to Groundblog Day...

      Gary

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  40. Danielle L Zecher17 January 2013 at 03:42

    Okay, I love the DogFestBlogFest! An excuse to post more about Emma! :-) Though, being a cat lady as well as a dog lover, I do have to say I think you should add a CatFestBlogFest to this list.

    Some of the other ones totally made me giggle. I like how you put a positive, or at least amusing spin, on those blogs that make you want to throw something at your computer.

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    1. klahanie17 January 2013 at 20:59

      Hi Danielle,

      Ah yes, now that would make for a 'pawfect' blogfest :) I used DogFest BlogFest because it rhymed. Penny the Jack Russell dog and modest internet superstar, rather reluctantly agrees we should make it a creature fest, including cats. Hello to Emma! :)

      I try to do a rather tongue-in-cheek perspective on all those blogfests. And no, I certainly wouldn't make fun of that one that relates to the alphabet! :) And some of those blogs, the drive by, self-promoting, self-obsessed bloggers do make me want to smash my screen....

      Thank you, Danielle,

      Gary

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  41. Elise Fallson16 March 2013 at 09:42

    Great post! Thanks for sharing!


    ;)

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    1. klahanie16 March 2013 at 20:49

      Hi Elise,

      Great comment! Thanks for sharing!

      :)

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  42. Glynis Jolly9 May 2013 at 15:10

    I've been blogging for the past 5 years, the last two year being taken much more seriously. Until the A-Z blogfest of last month, I wasn't all that aware of this phenomenon. Last month I was surprised by all the blogs getting involved; and started to wonder if the bloggers involved were having such a terrible time think of something to write about, that they resorted to the last option, the ABCs. Please don't let me get that desperate.

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  43. klahanie9 May 2013 at 21:41

    Hi Glynis,

    Serious blogging, combined with some light-hearted blogging, is a nice balance, I believe. I frankly find all these blogging contests and blog hops and challenges and whatever, tiresome. The cynical me might even suggest that a number get involved with them to just ego trip and self-promote. Of course, never being cynical, I wont suggest such a thing. Blogger anarchy is the way forward :)

    Thank you, Glynis.

    Gary

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  44. Sharon K. Mayhew5 June 2013 at 17:17

    I want to do the dogfest blog! (or petfest) I think it would be really fun to just have people post a picture of their pets.

    I don't join in on a lot of blog hops...they are very time consuming. If there is one that catches my attention I will join up, but I won't read blogs non-stop for days. My favorite one was when you introduce some other blogger that has had an impact on you or your writing.

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    1. klahanie5 June 2013 at 22:45

      Hi Sharon,

      Thanks for commenting on this archived posting :) A dogfest would be pawesome and pawfect. I'm thinking about setting up a blogpest blogfest.

      I don't join them because I'd much rather do my own thing. I find the whole blog hop thing tedious and repetitive. One that is sincere and promotes inspiration you found from other bloggers, is a great one, Sharon.

      Thank you, dear friend.

      Gary

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  45. JoJo15 June 2015 at 01:07

    I didn't read thru all the comments, but I don't think it's very nice to have a Blog Pest where people blog about the other blogs that annoy them. That's really mean actually. I'd personally be devastated to read that someone was annoyed by my blog.

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    1. klahanie15 June 2015 at 10:06

      Hey JoJo,

      Thanks for commenting on this archived post. You do realise this is totally tongue-in-cheek. Nothing serious in this, just a bit of ironic fun.

      Take care and keep smiling :)

      Gary

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I do try to comment back to each commenter individually. However, I might have to shorten my replies or give a group thank you. That way, I can spend more time commenting on your blogs. Thank you and peace, my friend.