Thursday, March 21, 2013

The Big Reveal - A Blog Hop Before the A-Z Challenge

It's time to reveal my Big Reveal, co-hosted, and more effectively hosted by Mina Lobo at Some Dark Romantic. I was somewhat skeptical about this idea at first but it seems we have attracted 60 plus hoppers which is none too shabby, even if the A-Z Challenge has probably attracted a couple more.



A rather hectic workload and the fact I have mislaid my laptop power cord will make my big reveal short. Were I a stripper I would be booed off stage and pelted with rotten tomatoes. Fortunately for all concerned, I am not a stripper.

Last year my A-Z Challenge theme was music. The year before it was random stuff. This year it will be animals because - let's face it folks - there are lots of them and we can neglect some of the more obscure ones in the rush to see the tigers at the zoo. As my great uncle Albert always said (or would have said if I had one), never neglect the tapir in the rush to see the tiger, just because the poor boy has an unfortunate nose. I can't think of one beginning with X off the top of my head but maybe it will come. Have a great weekend fellow A-Z sufferers.

And while Brits in the US may appear at the top of this badge, this was mainly Mina's baby so do make sure to visit her blog to find out what it's really all about.

And visit all these great bloggers below now, as I surely will when I find that pesky power cord.


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85 comments:

  1. SarahMarch 21, 2013 at 3:16 AM

    None too shabby indeed!

    I'm reading 'Life of Pi' at the moment, and it's made me rethink my attitude to zoos. Cool. :)

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:28 PM

      Cool Sarah - you have reminded me that I'd like to see the film..

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  2. RobinMarch 21, 2013 at 3:28 AM

    Thanks for hosting the bloghop.

    The animals theme sounds fun-because really, how many times can we watch a baboon eat his own feces? More options for the zoo visits, please!

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:28 PM

      Thanks for the visit Robin - euwww this is true. I do hate baboons so maybe they will feature.

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  3. LuAnn @ BackPorchervationsMarch 21, 2013 at 3:59 AM

    Working on my reveal post. Also my mind is working up lyrics to "Brits in the USA" to the tune of the Bruce Springsteen song "Born in the USA".

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  4. UnknownMarch 21, 2013 at 4:05 AM

    Animals will be easy - I wonder if your facts will be quirky or bizarre!

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  5. UnknownMarch 21, 2013 at 4:24 AM

    Can't wait to see what animals you'll speak about and your take on it. I'm with C.M. Brown - quirky or bizzare?

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:31 PM

      well maybe a combo of both - thanks for the visit Adriana

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  6. TinaMarch 21, 2013 at 4:41 AM

    Yeah, I can't think of an X animal either...so good luck with that. And should you never find your power cord, The Engineer has an eBay business and sells them dirt cheap, so give me a holler should you need assistance. Thanks for co-hosting this hop - it's a big boost for the A-Z to have you two so eager about The Challenge that you took this on. Kudos.

    Tina @ Life is Good
    Co-host, April 2013 A-Z Challenge Blog
    @TinaLifeisGood, #atozchallenge

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  7. Mina LoboMarch 21, 2013 at 5:32 AM

    I think, for the pesky letters, made-up animals would do the trick. 'Cause, you know, it's your theme, you can fabricate if you want to.

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:32 PM

      Thanks Mina - didn't think re fabrication and thx re the whole big reveal gig

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  8. Fida IslaihMarch 21, 2013 at 5:43 AM

    This sounds simple, yet great! I can't wait to see what info you'll be sharing!

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:33 PM

      Thx do hope I can come up with something out of the ordiniary - good luck

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  9. Charity BradfordMarch 21, 2013 at 5:54 AM

    Animals are a great topic! There's got to be some exotic African animal that starts with X. Just can't think of it. You may have to pick something X-tinct.

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:33 PM

      I know Charity - there has hasn't there? Thanks for the visit.

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  10. JackieMarch 21, 2013 at 6:12 AM

    Cool idea!

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  11. AnonymousMarch 21, 2013 at 6:35 AM

    That a good idea. A wide open theme works best. Mine is a little to specific and I will have an issue with a few letters.

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:34 PM

      yep was trying not to do over specific - good luck anyhow.

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  12. JoJoMarch 21, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    Great topic! And thank you so much for putting 'Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey' in my head. :D

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  13. A Tarkabarka HölgyMarch 21, 2013 at 7:24 AM

    Fun! :) And I like tapirs. I know folktales about them.

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:35 PM

      Cool - people usually know very little about them...

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  14. AnonymousMarch 21, 2013 at 7:25 AM

    Xenops!!!! Now you got your X! :D

    Good luck! and I just love your accen....er humor ;)

    Jamie Dement (LadyJai)
    http://writebackwards.we3dements.com

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:35 PM

      thanks Jamie - does it come across in my writing?

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  15. Tracy MacDonaldMarch 21, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    I'm looking forward to reading all about the underdog/non-zoo animals in April. Good luck with that power cord- that can be quite the sticky wicket!
    A2Z Mommy And What’s In between

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  16. Al DiazMarch 21, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    Animals! I have to love that theme. Can we feed the animals?

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  17. Katy Manck, MLSMarch 21, 2013 at 8:39 AM

    My reveal post goes up Monday, but it won't be a huge surprise to most folks.

    And I vote that your K be for Kangaroo!!

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  18. jesstopperMarch 21, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    What a great idea - so many wacky and wonderful animals out there, I am sure you will have no trouble filling your A to Z ark!

    I did random topics last year, and this year I am focused on music. I seem to have unknowingly followed in your footsteps.
    Cheers!

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:37 PM

      great - feel free to check my music stuff from last year :)

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  19. Jeremy [Retro]March 21, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    maybe some balloon animals would be nice... :0

    Jeremy [Retro] #66
    AtoZ Challenge Co-Host
    Oh No, Let's Go... Crazy

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  20. AnonymousMarch 21, 2013 at 9:17 AM

    This is a neat idea. I think you'll have all your letters covered. Ha!

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:38 PM

      yes hoping it should make both of them easier Elizabeth

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  21. Carrie-AnneMarch 21, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    Great theme! I love animals and used to want to be a vet.

    For your X day, I add the suggestions of xeme, xiphosuran, and xenurine.

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:38 PM

      Blimey thanks - never heard of them but will return to your suggestions when I come to x

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  22. Sharon HimslMarch 21, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    Animals are always popular--hopefully some will be from popular children's books? Hmm... Thanks for hosting this.

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:39 PM

      Maybe so Sharon - oh no probs - thanks for visiting.

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  23. Laura ClipsonMarch 21, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    Animals, that's a great theme. I imagine that will make for some interesting posts :)

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  24. Timothy S. BrannanMarch 21, 2013 at 11:26 AM

    Awesome!

    Looking forward to it.

    I have my post up now.

    Tim
    The Other Side

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  25. Julie FlandersMarch 21, 2013 at 11:27 AM

    Nothing I love more than animals so I know I will enjoy your posts. Plus you cracked me up about the stripper LOL.

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:40 PM

      lol Julie - yep I recall you are an animal lover.

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  26. Jules March 21, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    FAB!I love animals and I'm awfully excited to see what x is....Good luck David :)

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:41 PM

      thx Juliette - good luck with yours too, sounds intriguing...

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  27. Christine RainsMarch 21, 2013 at 12:00 PM

    Excellent choice. I'm an animal lover too. Thanks for co-hosting this awesome bloghop!

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:41 PM

      Glad you liked it Christine - attracted more interest than I imagined it would..

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  28. JoMarch 21, 2013 at 1:40 PM

    That should be fun. I'm a Brit in Canada and I have no theme but do post recipes.

    JO ON FOOD, MY TRAVELS AND A SCENT OF CHOCOLATE

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  29. Jocelyn RishMarch 21, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    Animals! Animals are the best, and the weirder the better, so I hope you showcase some fun ones I've never heard of before. Best of luck with this!

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:42 PM

      Hi Jocelyn - I sure am aiming for weird, thanks for dropping by

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  30. AnonymousMarch 21, 2013 at 4:43 PM

    I am going to have to keep an eye on your blog. I want to see what you have for Q and X. Plus, animals!

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:43 PM

      lol Patricia - has not thought re Q but that's not an easy one either.

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  31. AllisonMarch 21, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    Who doesn't love posts about animals? Especially if they're accompanied by cute pictures :)

    Allison (Geek Banter)

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  32. Tui Snider @mentalmosaicMarch 21, 2013 at 6:48 PM

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  33. Tui SniderMarch 21, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    Hi, Glad to see so many folks playing along with the big theme reveal you & Mina cooked up. Like you, I'm not sure what I'll be posting for a few of the more challenging letters. Either inspiration will strike or I will resort to a really tenous connection to the word Xylophone...

    ~Tui Snider, @mentalmosaic

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:44 PM

      hah - I did xylophone two years ago, unoriginal or what??

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  34. CynthiaMarch 21, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    I look forward to reading your posts about animals. For the letter X, perhaps you can make up a fantasy creature that begins with that letter.

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:44 PM

      there are a few obscure ones, I believe - thx for dropping by.

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  35. UnknownMarch 21, 2013 at 10:52 PM

    Aww..can't wait for your T for Tapir post, they are my fave animal at the Singapore Night Safari!

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:45 PM

      cool does looke like I'm tied town to tapirs now doesn't it.

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  36. Rhonda AlbomMarch 22, 2013 at 5:02 AM

    I love animals. I am a new follower. Thanks for hosting.

    Rhonda
    Laugh-Quotes.com

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:45 PM

      thanks for the follow Rhonda - the challenge should be fun.

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  37. A Daft Scots LassMarch 22, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    I'm wondering what X will be.... good luck for the challenge!

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  38. Rawknrobyn.blogspot.comMarch 22, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    I know your animalistic posts will entertain, and I look forward to visiting in April.

    xoRobyn

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:47 PM

      thanks Robin - we do like a bit of animalistic lol

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  39. Rebeccah GiltrowMarch 22, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    I don't know if you've managed to find an X animal, but here are a few http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_some_animals_that_begin_with_the_letter_X

    Good luck with the challenge :)
    http://rebeccahgiltrow.blogspot.co.uk/p/a-to-z.html

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:48 PM

      great Rebecca - I will be back here in the words of Arnie

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  40. ConnieMarch 22, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    Best of luck to you with the A-Z challenge. I'll look forward to reading all about the animals.

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  41. stefaniMarch 23, 2013 at 12:28 AM

    Animals is a great choice. :-)

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:49 PM

      Thanks Stefani, thought it didn't tie me down tooo much.

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  42. NicoleMarch 24, 2013 at 3:03 PM

    As much as I love Tigers, it's nice to see someone bring attention to obscure animals. After all, Tigers aren't the only attraction in town. I especially like your theme because it reminds me of how much more I could stand to learn about animals, which after watching my 16 year-old cousin's school presentation on Sand Cats ( they arw endangered species, by the way.), turns out to be a lot.

    Bring on the Animals from A to Z, David!

    -Nicole

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    1. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:49 PM

      Thanks so much Nicole - looking forward to it. Never heard of sand tigers..

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  43. David MacaulayMarch 25, 2013 at 3:47 PM

    tsk tsk - like ways of cookin bunnies Jen??

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  44. Tara TylerMarch 26, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    what a great theme! animals, and obscure ones =)
    looking forward to learning about them!

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