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Did You Miss Any Of These? Monthly Round-Up – January 2023

Published on January 31, 2023January 30, 2023 by Hugh W. Roberts

These 12 blog posts got people talking. Were you one of them? If not, join the conversations and share your thoughts.

Have you been to the pantomime?

Pantomime #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Have you ever come across blank screen syndrome? Or is it just another case of writer’s block? How I overcome it.

Throwback Thursday – How Not To Allow A Blank Screen To Defeat You When The Words Go Missing

Do you think this person deserves a sabbatical?

Flash Fiction Friday – How To Take A Long Break

Are you new to blogging or thinking of starting a blog? Are you already a blogger who wants more readers, followers and success for your blog? These 9 tips will guarantee you success.

Who’s looking back at you?

Looking Back At You #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Can you solve the murder mystery?

Flash Fiction Friday – Year Of The Rabbit

Are you sure it’s easy for new visitors to subscribe to or follow your blog? This new method ensures visitors won’t miss how to follow or subscribe to your blog.

How To Add A Subscribe Button To All Your Blog Posts And Gain New Followers.

What’s one of the rarest things you have witnessed?

Frozen #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Does your shadow ever talk to you?

Flash Fiction Friday – Shadow Talk

Are you mistakenly stopping some visitors to your blog from leaving comments? Check these settings now.

Do You Crave More People To Engage With On Your Blog? Check These Settings Now.

How do you workout in the winter months?

Winter Workout #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Four people. But which of them has the best optimism?

Flash Fiction Friday – Futures

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

Published on December 31, 2022December 29, 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.

There’s one last present under the Christmas tree, but who is it for and what does it contain?

Flash Fiction Friday – Christmas Present

Do sending or receiving Christmas cards give you any dilemmas? A brief, lighthearted look at the history of Christmas cards.

Christmas Cards: Do You Send Them? Do You Receive Them? How To Avoid The Dilemmas

Can you help me find my owner, please?

Lost At Christmas #WordlessWednesday #Photography

How and why these 7 methods help keep your blog and blogging healthy when it’s getting quiet in the blogging world.

7 Things You Can Do To Help Your Blogging During December

What’s on your Christmas tree?

Christmas Angel #WordlessWednesday #Photography

How will you be travelling this Christmas?

Sleigh Ride #WordlessWednesday #Photography

A Christmas message from Hugh.

Merry Christmas. Thank You For All Your Support This Year

Bonus: Guest Post on Judith Barrow’s blog.

Places in our Memories: With Hugh Roberts

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Merry Christmas. Thank You For All Your Support This Year

Published on December 22, 2022December 22, 2022 by Hugh W. Roberts75 Comments

I’m now on a blogging break until January 3rd 2023. However, I will respond to any comments left on my blog but won’t be reading or commenting on other blogs during this time.

Merry Christmas🎄

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

Published on December 1, 2022December 10, 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.

Did you bring an umbrella?

Rain Shower Over Swansea #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Do you care to share your thoughts with me?

What Are You Thinking About Today? #WordlessWednesday #Photography

What makes you put your head in your hands or shake your head regarding blogging?

Is Blogging Causing You Stress Or Making You Feel Guilty? How To Fix It

Can Gemma identify where the squeaky noise is coming from?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Squeaky Husband

Can you spot the clues in this photo?

Day Or Night? #WordlessWednesday #Photography

How long have you been blogging? Is it all that you wanted? A look back at 8 years of blogging.

Throwback Thursday – Blogging – Is It All You Want It To Be?

A new job. More money. Worldwide travel. What could possibly go wrong?

Flash Fiction Friday – Jobs

There is a much safer way to share the blog posts of other bloggers without the possibility of copyright infringement. Read on for more details.

WordPress: Press This. What Is It? How To Use It And Why It’s Safer Than Reblogging

Would you like to join us?

Playtime #WordlessWednesday #Photography

What would you do if you found yourself in a situation like this?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Gift Wrapper

Have you spotted any first signs of the festive season yet?

First Signs #WordlessWednesday #Photography

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

Published on October 31, 2022October 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.

Struggling to get captions underneath photos and images to centre on your WordPress blog? This is how to do it.

This Is How Easy It Is To Centre Captions Underneath Images And Photos On WordPress

Some things are not worth saving, are they?

Dilapidated #WordlessWednesday #Photography

If you’re brave enough, afternoon tea with Doris is something everyone should do.

Flash Fiction Friday – Afternoon Tea With Doris

Keep having to search for the blocks you use the most? Switch on this setting on your WordPress blog to always get easy access to the blocks you use the most.

How To Access The Blocks You Use The Most On The WordPress Block Editor

Can you solve the puzzle?

A Puzzling View #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Have you discovered and used these secret gallery blocks on WordPress? Where to find them and how to use them.

These Secret Gallery Blocks On WordPress Are Easy To Find. How To Use Them.

Would you spend the night here?

Creepy Places #WordlessWednesday #Photography

How hungry are you?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Hunger Game

When was the last time you shattered something?

Shattered #WordlessWednesday #Photography

What secret does Aunt Marjorie’s apartment hide?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Ghost Bones

How to avoid becoming a victim of these frightening encounters in the blogging world.

Are You Terrified Of Any Of These 7 Scary Things In The Blogging World?

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

Published on October 1, 2022October 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.

What secret does the toy car hold?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Toy Car

Do you perform housekeeping on your blog? These 4 blog housekeeping tips are easy to follow and help improve your blog’s ranking on SEO.

4 Tips For Housekeeping Your Blog And Improving Its SEO Rating

What can you see in the welsh valleys?

The Welsh Valleys #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Kate has a date, but what other things does she have on her mind?

Flash Fiction Friday – Kate’s Date

What can you see through the windows to the past?

Windows To The Past #WordlessWednesday #Photography

These 5 powerful blogging tools help bring hundreds of new readers and followers to my blog. Here’s why they could also help you and your blog.

5 Powerful Blogging Tools That Will Get Your Blog Noticed

What future do Giles and Roger predict?

Flash Fiction Friday – Future Things

How many signs of autumn or spring do you see?

Autumn #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Why is a speck of mud on a tyre annoying Marshall?

Flash Fiction Friday – An Annoying Speck

Why is Nick’s marriage about to hit the rocks again?

Flash Fiction Friday – An Unlikely Affair

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

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

These 12 blog posts got people talking. Were you one of them? If not, join the conversations and share your thoughts.

How many sea views can you see?

Sea View #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Why had it taken Fatima so long to step from the darkness into the light?

Flash Fiction Friday – From Darkness To Light

Can you see light at the end of the tunnel?

Light At The End Of The Tunnel #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Who is the ghost in the dress?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Ghost In The Dress

Are you doing enough to help stop somebody from stealing the posts and photos on your blog and using them without your permission?

How To Help Prevent Somebody From Stealing Your Blog Posts And Photos

I wonder what or who he’s waiting for.

The Waiting Game #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Everything about Ben’s life was floppy until he encountered Janet. Is she everything he hopes for?

Flash Fiction Friday – Floppy Problems

Are you killing your blog without knowing about it?

79 Ways To Kill Your Blog

Have you seen the timekeeper?

The Timekeeper’s House #WordlessWednesday #Photography

Who is to blame in the blame game?

Flash Fiction Friday – The Blame Game

Are you a dyslexic writer who has difficulty reading books? Not all writing advice will apply to you, but some of my tips may help.

Reblog: Why My Ears Work Better Than My Eyes When It Comes To Advice About Writing

Can you see the ghost in the shower?

Eerie Encounters: The Ghost In The Shower #WordlessWednesday #Photography

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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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