The End of the Road for Blog Bloke

April 1st, 2008 by Blog Bloke | 15 Comments

The End of the Road for Blog Bloke

I’ll make this short and sweet because I don’t believe in long goodbyes. It’s been a great run but sooner or later all good things must come to an end.

Yes it’s true. It’s the end of the line for Blog Bloke. Further to my rant the other day about the proliferation of social network sites hijacking the blogosphere, I have seen the writing on the wall and decided it’s time to pack it in. It’s only a matter of time before the inevitable happens so I may as well go out while I’m on top instead of dying a slow death with a whimper.

It’s not just about the social networks either. I’m sick and fed up with the sploggers ripping off my content. So you guys will have to find another source to steal your material because this lunchwagon is now closed.

This is sad day for me as I’ve given so much of my time to the pursuit of all things blogging but I reckon it’s time for me to move on. So as of midnight this evening I will no longer be a blogger. If any of you want to leave a comment here I will be happy to reply but I will not be writing any more posts.

I will not delete this blog and it will remain as a testament to my body of work which I believe will stand the test of time. I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished and I hope it will remain a valued resource for years to come.

I wish to thank all of my readers for the joy that you have given me by allowing me into your computer screen. If along the way I have in some small way entertained and enlightened then my mission has been accomplished.

I will miss you. Cheers!

P.s.: If you really want to know the reason for my decision then please click here.

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15 Responses so far to “The End of the Road for Blog Bloke”

  1. Hehehe…Nice work, BB. Set it up with the rant and then deliver the killer blow :)
    Mike’s last blog post..LTNS

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  2. Whoa ! You got me there Man ! You got me there !

    (Breathing in Paper Bag… 1 .. 2 .. 3 .. 4 ..)

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  3. If it weren’t for the Blog Bloke, I’d have no blog. You were instrumental in helping me get my blog up and running. You even put the translator on my blog for me. I will surely miss your insightful posts but I totally understand. I am done, too.
    Keep in touch. Who knows, maybe you will blog about something else, like your life. I’d enjoy reading that as well.
    Thanks again Bloke for being there for all my stupid questions and answering each and everyone with patience and understanding.
    Love ya, Teri in Costa Rica

    Tica Macha (Teri)’s last blog post..Sunset Sunday

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  4. Oh, I just had a thought.
    Is this an April’s Fool joke?
    I hope so cause I’ll surely miss you. -t

    Tica Macha (Teri)’s last blog post..Sunset Sunday

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  5. I just remember today is April Fool… :)
    Asia’h Epperson’s last blog post..Asia’h Epperson Going to Stop Blogging

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  6. I’ve followed the Bloke for awhile. I think this is ‘no joke’.
    I do know he is addicted to computer/blogging so we’ll see…..
    Maybe he’ll do something totally new and exciting!!
    ARe you there Bloke??? Miss ya already.

    Tica Macha (Teri)’s last blog post..Holy Cow

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  7. Wow. You actually had me worried there.

    Astroprof’s last blog post..Too much radiation?

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  8. Har. Har. Nice try.

    Maureen’s last blog post..Turning Out The Lights

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  9. What! You guys don’t believe me?

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  10. Hey, BB, you should go into real estate sales. I can make you a deal on some great beach front property in Wyoming. Love ocean view and everything. :D

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  11. In that case Bloke, it has been nice knowing you. Your insights into the world of blogging have been invaluable and so has been your friendship.

    I wish you all the best and a happy life in Wyoming.

    Good Bye.

    PS: why doesn’t Comment Luv work for me here ?

    Jaffer’s last blog post..A new WordPress, a new design but not before a new adventure

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  12. I always wanted beach front property but I had no idea Wyoming did. Sounds like a great place to retire from blogging. I’ll have to check it out. No wonder they call it big sea country.

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  13. Sounds like it’s time to bring the family for a visit to Costa Rica!!!

    Tica Macha (Teri)’s last blog post..Holy Cow

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  14. You about got me there Bloke. Hope you had a great April 1!

    Curtis’s last blog post..Spring Peas and Thank You!

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  15. […] April Fool’s post yesterday was made in jest but I have to admit that I face my demons every day with temptations to quit, […]

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