Blogger of the Year 2024
At midnight bloggers, blog visitors and Tristanians linked arms for a lusty rendition of "Auld Lang Syne". This was followed by much handshaking and snogging. Jennifer Barlow chased me around the churchyard where she finally cornered me and kissed me with such suctional force that I could not breathe. I pushed her away, gasping for air. "Don't tell Gregg!" she threatened.
Back inside St Joseph's Church, there was a drum roll from Ringo Green of The Spiny Lobsters. Then, with feedback whining from the microphone, Chief Islander James Glass ripped open the Blogger of the Year golden envelope... "And the winner for 2024 is... JayCee Manx for 'Nobody's Diary'! "
Loud caterwauling and stomping followed as JayCee moved unsteadily to the little stage in front of the altar to receive her exclusive widget. She now joins a line of illustrious winners that goes way back in time.
68 year old JayCee blogs out of Ramsey on The Isle of Man which is in the Middle of The Irish Sea between the islands of Britain and Ireland. See above.
When interviewed by TdC TV shortly after the announcement, a tearful JayCee said, "I am so chuffed that I cannot speak!"
Her doting athletic husband, Lord Peregrine of Peel commented, "I am so proud of her. With my support and encouragement she has worked really hard to achieve this award. It is a dream come true!"
In their written citation, The Laughing Horse Committee noted that JayCee's blog is generally "...serene, honest and humble. She writes of everyday life and responds kindly to her commenters - frequently with a sprinkling of dry wit. Her blog has showcased her many travels to places like Bermuda, Tenerife and more recently Cuenca in Spain. She illustrates such holidays with splendid photography. Never self-pitying, she has confided in readers about her health issues. Supporters have enjoyed hearing about Mr Snoopy - the neighbourhood busybody. Though her blog may be titled 'Nobody's Diary', JayCee Manx is definitely a 'somebody' now".
Below, JayCee's widget:-
Visit Nobody's Diary
An award so well deserved. JayCee can say a lot with a very economical style.
ReplyDeleteI agree that the term "economical" often fits her writing.
DeleteI thought I would give the award winner a read, but she's only open to invited people. So, I'll have to take your word for it!
ReplyDeleteFrom JayCee:- (For those who have asked how to access the blog, just send an email request to me at jcnobodyiom@gmail.com and Blogger will generate an invitation. You would then just need to sign in with your Blogger account)
DeleteCongratulations to JayCee! I should like to read her blog but I can't seem to access it. Any help would be appreciated.
ReplyDeleteFrom JayCee:- (For those who have asked how to access the blog, just send an email request to me at jcnobodyiom@gmail.com and Blogger will generate an invitation. You would then just need to sign in with your Blogger account)
DeleteCongratulations, JayCee! Well done, and well done Laughing Horse committee!
ReplyDeleteThank you. It was a lot of work and planning but we made it.
DeleteOne of my favourite bloggers. Well deserved!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your endorsement Cro.
DeleteCongratulations to JayCee, a worthy winner of this coveted award. Thank you Mr Pudding for your entertaining and most excellent blog.
ReplyDeleteGood day to you ma'am.
DeleteYou always pick quality blogs for TLHA (or the committee does)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to JayCee!!!
Yes. I do not do this on my own you know Kylie.
DeleteI also sadly cannot access her anymore since she changed to invitees only
ReplyDeleteFrom JayCee:- (For those who have asked how to access the blog, just send an email request to me at jcnobodyiom@gmail.com and Blogger will generate an invitation. You would then just need to sign in with your Blogger account)
DeleteCream rises to the top. Well done JayCee.
ReplyDeleteLet us hope that the fame and glory do not change her Dave.
DeleteOh my... I am indeed speechless... for once.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the kind words and your free publicity for my humble blog 😁
(For those who have asked how to access the blog, just send an email request to me at jcnobodyiom@gmail.com and Blogger will generate an invitation. You would then just need to sign in with your Blogger account)
Carefully considered and deserved JayCee. Thanks for the connection advice .
DeleteA worthy winner for dedication as well.
ReplyDeleteYes. She sticks with it doesn't she?
DeleteWell done JayCee. ! I enjoy your posts.
ReplyDeleteLaughing Horse welcome your endorsement Frances.
DeleteCongratulations Jaycee, but also can't access the blog.
ReplyDeleteWe are sorry Thelma.
DeleteFrom JayCee:- (For those who have asked how to access the blog, just send an email request to me at jcnobodyiom@gmail.com and Blogger will generate an invitation. You would then just need to sign in with your Blogger account)
DeleteCongratulations to JayCee!! I would happily visit her blog, but it is an 'invitation only" site and I am not invited. I'm okay with that.
ReplyDeleteThe Laughing Horse Committee apologises for this.
DeleteFrom JayCee:- (For those who have asked how to access the blog, just send an email request to me at jcnobodyiom@gmail.com and Blogger will generate an invitation. You would then just need to sign in with your Blogger account)
DeleteA worthy winner.
ReplyDeleteWe are pleased that you agree.
DeleteCongratulations, JayCee! You certainly deserve this award! I was hoping you would win! :)
ReplyDeleteIt was about time Laughing Horse to give the top award to another woman.
DeleteCongratulations to JayCee, Say Hi to Raphy if you see him.
ReplyDeleteSeems a good choice, I can't read her blog either.
ReplyDeleteSorry about that Deb.
DeleteFrom JayCee:- (For those who have asked how to access the blog, just send an email request to me at jcnobodyiom@gmail.com and Blogger will generate an invitation. You would then just need to sign in with your Blogger account)
Deleteit would appear that JayCee's blog is "invited only."
ReplyDeleteSigh.
Well, congratulations to her!
Now how is everyone getting off that god forsaken island?
I had forgotten that JayCee installed a security barrier for her blog following unwanted interference. Tristan da Cunha cannot be godforsaken as it has two churches.
DeleteFrom JayCee:- (For those who have asked how to access the blog, just send an email request to me at jcnobodyiom@gmail.com and Blogger will generate an invitation. You would then just need to sign in with your Blogger account)
DeleteCongratulations to JayCee! I have not read her blog -- but I think in my neighborhood I may actually BE Mr. Snoopy.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to JayCee - well deserved, indeed.😀
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