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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round-Up – July 2022

Published on July 31, 2022July 31, 2022 by Hugh W. Roberts

These 10 blog posts got people talking. Were you one of them? If not, join the conversations and share your thoughts.

Does anyone know what happened to Pauline?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Duvet, The Thread And The Wardrobe

Death or sex? Which one do you feel most comfortable discussing?

Shall We Talk About Death Or Sex?

Is it farewell to the yellow brick road?

Elton #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Would he reach the other side of the day he had planned? Or would something or someone get in his way?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Other-side Of A Day

Is there any point in having a reblog button on your blog? Why and how you should consider removing it.

Is Reblogging Dead? Why I Have Removed The Reblog Button From My Blog

What do you see on the horizon?

On The Horizon #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Vikki is about to discover that floating on cloud nine isn’t always what it’s supposed to be.

Flash Fiction Friday – Circle Of Love

Do you struggle with reading and writing because of dyslexia? Read my recent guest post, hosted by Sally Cronin, about growing up with dyslexia and join the discussion.

I Wish I Knew Then What I Know Now! #Dyslexia #Blogging Hugh Roberts | Smorgasbord Blog Magazine @sgc58

Where do you waste most of your time?

Lost Time #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Vinnie’s sweet cravings are driving him crazy. Is there anything that will help?

Flash Fiction Friday – Cravings

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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round-Up – June 2022

Published on June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 by Hugh W. Roberts

These 13 blog posts got people talking. Were you one of them? If not, join the conversations and share your thoughts.

Happy Jubilee.

Jubilee #WordlessWednesday #Photography

June is Pride Month. Happy Pride. Is ‘coming out of the closet’ and telling family and friends that you are gay still as difficult as it was 40 years ago?

Throwback Thursday – True Stories: Gay Memories – Coming Out Of The Closet #LGBTQI #LGBT#PrideMonth

Who or what is to blame for almost destroying the world?

Flash Fiction Friday – Who Is To Blame?

Are you stressed out by dealing with too many spam comments on your blog? How to deal with spam comments and eliminate the stress without disappointing your readers.

How To Deal With Spam Without Closing Comments On Your Blog Posts

Where do you keep your marmalade sandwich?

Perhaps you’d like a Ma’amalade sandwich, Your Majesty? Tea With Paddington Bear

How many numbers can you see?

How Many? #WordlessWednesday #Photography

What secret do the stacking stones hold?

Flash Fiction Friday – Secret Of The Stones

When did you first meet a gay person?

True Stories: Gay Memories – Meeting Another Gay Person For The First Time #LGBTQI #LGBT

What are the signs of the beginning of summer for you?

Waiting For Summer #WordlessWednesday #Photography

What danger and dilemma lurk on the other side of the door?

Flash Fiction Friday – Dilemma

Can you see the mountain range in the sky?

Mountains In The Sky #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Freedom comes in many forms. Are you thankful for your freedom?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Two Faces Of Freedom

Which way would you go? Right, left, up or down?

Where To Now? #WordlessWednesday #Photography

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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round-Up – May 2022

Published on May 31, 2022May 31, 2022 by Hugh W. Roberts

These 11 blog posts got people talking. Were you one of them? If not, join the conversations and share your thoughts.

Have you heard of the Wordless Wednesday photography challenge? How participating can help your blog and photography website gain new followers.

How To Participate In The Wordless Wednesday Photography Challenge And Gain New Followers

They were about to be evicted. Would anyone come to their help?

Flash Fiction Friday – Evicted

Could you live without social media for 31 days?

Reblog Of The Month: Have You Ever Been Tempted To Switch Off Your Social Media?

What strange objects have you found in water?

Strange Objects Found In Water #WordlessWednesday #Photography

How many old and outdated blog posts do you have live on your blog? They could be damaging your blog.

Throwback Thursday – Are Your Old Blog Posts Damaging Your Blog? How To Stop It Happening

A mother will do anything to save her children, won’t she?

Flash Fiction Friday – A Matter Of Life

Be careful. You’re always being watched, even when having breakfast.

Did You Know That Something Is Watching You? #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Have you heard of Throwback Thursday? It’s the day you can bring old blog posts back to life. Read on for more details on how to participate.

How To Participate In Throwback Thursday And Help Your Old Blog Posts Get Noticed

What is the secret behind the name Buttercup?

Flash Fiction Friday – Buttercup

Look closer. You may see more than you think you see.

What Can You See In The Spring Meadow? #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Tanya has a secret weapon to help her group. But what do they need help with?

Flash Fiction Friday – Now It’s Your Turn

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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round-Up – April 2022

Published on April 30, 2022April 30, 2022 by Hugh W. Roberts

These 9 blog posts got people talking. Were you one of them? If not, join the conversations and share your thoughts.

Time is running out for Adam. Was he killed or murdered? Can you solve the mystery?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Last Of Adam

Sometimes, photos do not come out as expected.

Strange Photos #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Help me raise £250 for the British Red Cross Ukrainian Crisis Appeal by writing and publishing a challenging blog post.

Are You Up For the Unfollow A Blog Challenge? Help Me Raise £250 For The British Red Cross Ukrainian Crisis Appeal.

What do you see in the green shadows?

Shadows Of Green #WordlessWednesday #Photography #WordPrompt

Do the eyes of the waterfall see the truth? Miranda is about to find out.

Flash Fiction Friday – Eyes Of The Waterfall

Can you spot the missing hippo?

Have You Ever Seen A Hippopotamus In Your Coffee? #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Is there a reason why Bill never published his book? His wife is about to find out the shocking truth.

Flash Fiction Friday – The Death And Life Of Bill

Are blogging communities a good or bad thing? Read my experiences about the advantages and disadvantages of the blogging community.

What Are The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Being A Member Of A Blogging Community?

Karl is trapped. Can anyone help him escape his prison cell?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Prison Cell

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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round-Up – March 2022

Published on March 31, 2022March 31, 2022 by Hugh W. Roberts

These 7 blog posts got people talking. Were you one of them? If not, join the conversations and share your thoughts.

Are you feeling fresh and fruity today?

Fresh And Fruity #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Are you farming your blog correctly? The blogging genie has the answer.

Are you farming your blog correctly? The blogging genie has the answer.

You may be surprised by what it was that gave my guest Stephen Havard the confidence to write and publish his first book. A very warm welcome to author and writer Stephen Havard.

How I Boosted My Confidence To Write And Publish My First Book – A True Story And Guest Post By Stephen Havard @StephenHavard

A brief, honest and to the point look at the world of blogging over the last eight years.

Blogging – Is It All That You Want It To Be?

Have you fallen into this blogging trap? I did. And this is how I got myself out of it.

Are You One Of The Victims Of This Time-Wasting Blogging Trap?

Shanaya Simmons was looking for a change in her life, but was ‘change’ ready for her?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Other Side Of Change

Have trouble getting visitors to your blog or to read and leave comments on your posts? Here are 7 methods I use that have resulted in thousands of readers reading my posts and leaving comments.

7 Methods You Can Use To Make Visitors Want To Read Your Blog Posts

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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round-Up – February 2022

Published on March 1, 2022March 1, 2022 by Hugh W. Roberts

These 8 blog posts got people talking. Were you one of them? If not, join the conversations and share your thoughts.

Look up and reach for the stars. They’re waiting to make your dreams come true.

Reaching For The Stars #WordlessWednesday #photography

Who are the men in the old photo, and what happened to them?

Flash Fiction Friday – Bar 49

Although worlds-apart, hiders and seekers in the gay world of the late 1970s found themselves on the same journey.

True Stories: Gay Memories – Hiding And Seeking #LGBTQI #LGBT

As first night nerves turn to anxiety, Arnold has a lot more to be anxious about.

Flash Fiction Friday – First Night Nerves

Does an orange sky in the morning mean the same as a red sky in the morning?

Sunrise Over Swansea Bay #WordlessWednesday #Photography

A free dress for the Christmas party was all she wanted and didn’t seem a bad idea.

Flash Fiction Friday – Don’t Do This With New Clothes

What comes round goes around, doesn’t it?

Flash Fiction Friday – Have We Been Here Before?

These 13 free blogging tips worked for me. Join me and add your blogging tips to the list.

13 Free Quick And Easy Blogging Tips For Every Blogger

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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round-Up – January 2022

Published on February 1, 2022February 1, 2022 by Hugh W. Roberts

These 10 blog posts got people talking. Were you one of them? If not, join the conversations and share your thoughts.

10 Blog Posts You May Have Missed In 2021 That Got People Talking

This technology trick using an Apple Watch is something you’ll be delighted to know.

How To Unlock Your Mac Using Auto-Unlock With Your Apple Watch

Are you making the most out of the most used block on the Gutenberg Block Editor? You may be surprised at what you’re not making the most of.

How To Get The Best Out Of The Block You’re Using The Most On The Gutenberg Editor

Can you predict the future? This is why predicting the future isn’t as hard as you think it is.

This Is How Easy It Is To Predict The Future #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Have you ever been terrified to do something or go somewhere for the first time?

True Stories: Gay Memories – Going To A Gay Bar For The First Time #LGBTQI #LGBT

What are weathering whites?

Weathering Whites #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Did you know that keeping old, out-of-date blog posts on your blog can damage the health of your blog? Here’s what to do to help stop the damage from happening.

Are Your Old Blog Posts Damaging Your Blog? How To Stop It Happening

If you don’t have an ‘About me’ page on your blog or are struggling with what to put on it, help is at hand. Blogger, James M. Lane has all the answers for creating an outstanding ‘About Me’ page for your blog. Click the link in this post for all the details.

Reblog Of The Month: How To Create An Outstanding ‘About Me’ Page For Your Blog

Miriam has other deadly plans for her 80th birthday to what her daughter has planned, but what are they?

Flash Fiction Friday – Make A Wish

Do you use the reblog feature on WordPress? Are you downloading images from the web and using them in your blog posts? Are you sure what you’ve downloaded or shared is actually free to use on your blog? Author, writer and blogger Deborah Jay shares her experience of facing a fine for reblogging a blog post that contained an image that was copyright protected.

Why I Was Threatened With Legal Action After Reblogging On WordPress – A True Story And Guest Post by Deborah Jay @DeborahJay2

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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round-Up – December 2021

Published on December 31, 2021January 7, 2022 by Hugh W. Roberts

Have you seen the Littlest Christmas Goat? It may look festive, but beware its legend.

Have You Seen The Christmas Goat?

Do you have any questions or queries about blogging? Ask me your questions and get featured on my blog.

Looking For Help With Blogging? Do You Have Any Questions About Blogging?

Would Christmas ever be the same again? Last Christmas – A very short Christmas story.

Last Christmas

Can you have as much fun as me? Answer: Show me by sharing your Christmas jumpers with me.

How Much Fun Can You Have In A Christmas Jumper? #WordlessWednesday #photography

What are your blogging plans for the Christmas and New Year holidays? A full update of what’s happening on Hugh’s Views And News.

Christmas And New Year 2021/22 – What Can You Expect On Hugh’s Views And News?

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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round-Up – November 2021

Published on December 1, 2021December 1, 2021 by Hugh W. Roberts

Why has rage and anger engulfed Richard? Is he to blame for his actions?

Candy-Coloured Rage

This useful feature on WordPress will help you save time when drafting blog posts. Read on for more details.

Don’t Have Enough Time To Draft Blog Posts? This WordPress Feature Helps

Why does a visit to a film festival bring sad memories and tears to Richard?

Theatre Of Memories

After witnessing the summer solstice and coming out to each other, Richard and Adrian face an important decision.

Where To From Here?

Are you a new blogger or new to blogging? Are you making any of these mistakes when leaving comments?

New To Blogging? These Free Tips On Leaving Comments Will Help Bring New Visitors To Your Blog

Which of your blog posts have been the most successful this year? You may be surprised by the results after reading my post.

How Do You Measure The Success Of Your Blog Posts?

Sometimes, flights are cancelled for good reasons. But it does depend on who or what is taking-off.

Ready For Take-off?

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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round-Up – October 2021

Published on November 1, 2021November 1, 2021 by Hugh W. Roberts

These 7 free methods of promoting your blog will get people reading your posts and leaving you comments.

Are You Struggling To Get People To Your Blog? These 7 Free Methods Will Help

This year’s trip to Brighton beach would very different for Adrian. But were the answers to the rest of his life without Richard in front of him?

A Matter Of Life And Death

Does a game of Sardines hold secrets Richard doesn’t want his husband to know anything about?

Sardines

Wanted: Detectives and readers to help solve a mystery many have already tried to solve. Read the post for more details.

Can You Solve The Mystery Of A Blackmailed Missing Husband And Father?

This is the reason why you should think twice before responding to calls for help coming from behind certain doors.

Thursday Doors – The October Door

Are you following too many blogs? 7 common mistakes to look out for before following a blog.

7 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Deciding Whether To Follow A Blog

Now there’s an easy way to add PDF files to your blog posts on WordPress. Blogging expert Natalie Ducey shows us how.

Reblog: How To Upload A PDF File In WordPress For Viewing And Easy Downloading

What’s buried in the thick mud?

Buried

Are you making use of pinned tweets to help drive traffic to your blog?

Pinned Tweets: Why Every Blogger Should Have OneTo Help Drive Traffic To Their Blog

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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round-Up – September 2021

Published on September 30, 2021October 30, 2021 by Hugh W. Roberts

Are you a blogger? If so, join me in answering a few questions I have for you about your blog.

Questions About Blogging: How Many Is Too Many Or Too Few Blog Posts?

Would you accept an invitation to another time and another place?

Thursday Doors: Door To Another Time, Another Place

If you’re an author of a published book, this is how creating a reusable block for your book will put it in front of hundreds of new visitors to your blog.

How To Create And Use A Reusable Block For Your Book On WordPress