16
Mar

Photo Hunt 49: Drink + Meeting

Hello. Thanks for the well wishes. I am feeling OK but am very, very sore. it hurts to yawn, smile, laugh…. and not very easy to eat. I will go back in about 2 weeks. Fun stuff (not!).

PhotoHunters

Theme: Drink | Become a Photo Hunter | View Blogroll

Site of the day: The Seaside Stitcher. Please, go comment!

New folks this week: Imma, Lynn, Bobbie, Barbara, Sueczech, Lauren, RayPod, Amy, Pelf, Michael, Blogging, April

Just a note to all past, present, and future Photo Hunters. I am posting early because I am holding a “meeting” (aka this post). The Photo Hunt started almost one whole year ago, on March 21 and I just want to touch on a few topics.

Please folks, double check things for yourself before emailing me, if possible. I’d really appreciate it. Here is why… over the past year I’ve had an overwhelming amount of emails regarding the following:

  • Valid complaints over lack of comments. I am so sorry I can no longer visit you all (almost 300 people now!) and I am sorry I can’t force others to visit. I can only hope everyone will try to visit different folks each week.
  • Valid complaints that people play but use photos from the web and not original photos from their own personal collection (a photo they took). The PhotoHunt is intended for YOUR photos – not photos you find across the web. Please – take note and follow the rules – it keeps me happy and it keeps others from leaving complaints. I’d *so* appreciate it.
  • Asking why they were removed from the blogroll – but they weren’t even removed.
  • Asking to be added but failed to follow instructions on what to do to be added.
  • Asking to be added but failed to leave their URL.
  • Removed for not playing, request to be re-added and then not play, still.
  • Email me 3 times in the last 23 hours because they want to be added and want me to check their site.
  • It isn’t a problem that you require assistance – it’s just bothersome when I take out time to do something that isn’t needed. The above are the main issues I see/read on a regular basis.

    Feel free to email ANY time you need help or need something – just please – make sure you double check things first. You all have the right to send complaints or praise at any time… I just want you all to know how time consuming this can be when people don’t read or don’t follow instructions. I like to help and don’t mind, at all – just be patient and be appreciative of my time. As a fun test to see how many actually read this post-type the word “Gotcha” in my comments when you comment. =)

    I try my best to keep this great for all – I haven’t had to play ‘PhotoHunt Police’ (to tell folks they aren’t following the rules) and I really don’t want to. So, since the year anniversary is approaching do me a favor:

  • Make sure you have the link/blogroll up on your sidebar
  • Play at least twice a month
  • Post YOUR OWN photos
  • Keep up the great work
  • If you don’t follow the above “rules” you may be subject to removal during my blogroll cleaning.

    Last but certainly not least, know that this is The Original Photo Hunt – yes folks, we have imposter’s. Someone totally copied this PhotoHunt (in January, I think) when they were FULLY aware of this Photo Hunt and could not even give it an original name. How lame to totally copy me… so know this is the place to be, the Original Photo Hunters ROCK!

    Gotcha? Gotcha!

    DrPepper

    My Photo: How’d you guess? Dr. Pepper. Not original but when you drink it like water and you can’t have any and have been 2.5 days without it… well… you want it. Can you see my hand shaking in the photo? LOL (I took the photo myself, just before I posted this)

    Disclaimer: This post is overall and is not directed at any one person. My words may not be held against me because I am under the influence of prescribed medication Excuse all typos and thank FireFox’s spell check for correct spelling. xoxo

    119 Responses to “Photo Hunt 49: Drink + Meeting”

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    1. 20
      Twisted Cinderella Says:

      I suppose I should have actually used the word Gotcha instead of saying I would keep it in mind. *smile*

    2. 19
      Twisted Cinderella Says:

      Mine is up Too. I love love love dr. pepper.

      Thanks for the rest of the post. I will keep in mind.

    3. 18
      Dragonboy Says:

      Who took the photo? Is it ever good. I’m taking part this week too. I love photo hunt.

    4. 17
      Barbara H. Says:

      I used to be a Dr. Pepper addict. But when I had to go all decaf, the decaf version of it just didn’t taste as well to me, so I switched to decaf Pepsi after trying it at a church fellowship. I know what you mean about craving it when you can’t have it!

      Oh, and, gotcha. :) Thanks again for hosting this. I enjoy it so much. I can’t fathom somebody just copying this — I haven’t seen the copycat list, but what’s sad is that many of the people who join that list won’t realize it’s a ripoff.

    5. 16
      Ma Says:

      I don’t know why, but I could never get the taste of Dr. Pepper. It is one drink I will not have.

      My photos are up.

    6. 15
      Miss Pink Says:

      I’m taking part, but I’m up early as I have to work tomorrow.
      I’m not a big fan of Dr, Pepper, but cool pic.

    7. 14
      letha Says:

      I had a bottle of Dr Pepper the other day first time in ages … Only because they didn’t have a can of coka cola though.

      Mines up :D

    8. 13
      Linda Says:

      Maybe it’s just me but it seems that the taste of Dr. Pepper has changed since I was a kid. It used to have more of a ‘kick’ to it but that was back in the early 60’s and it could just be that I have a faulty memory!

      As for Mr. Linky, I like it because it’s easier to link back to other posts using it but that’s just me and is a personal preference. I can’t complain, I’ve gotten a lot of good comments every week that I’ve been doing this but I can tell people one thing – you’ve got to leave comments to get comments!

      Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

    9. 12
      Stacy Says:

      I LOVE DR. PEPPER!! We are lucky and can get Dublin Dr. Pepper here. It’s even better than what you are holding and it’s hard to top a Dr. Pepper. :)

      I appreciate you and your great taste in drinks!

      BTW – Gotcha

    10. 11
      meeyauw Says:

      Gotcha! And thank you.

      And I’m afraid I have never had Dr. Pepper! Gotta try it!

      My thoughts are with you and I hope your recovery is speedy and complete!

    11. 10
      tennessee mom Says:

      Mine’s up this week too!

      I do have a suggestion about the lack of comments though.. a lot of people use “mr.linky” and then want you to add a comment. Entering the same information in both for each site is a pain. I wish people would stop using ‘mr.linky’ if they have the ability to get comments. Also, those who only allow Blogger users to comment, I can’t comment because I don’t have or want to get a Blogger account, so at least allow other users to comment.

      Thanks, have a great weekend!

    12. 9
      Mama Duck Says:

      Oh, I love Dr. Pepper, I don’t have any in the house right now, so sad….

      I’m glad that everything went well and that you are recovering.

      Our photo is up as well – have a great weekend!

    13. 8
      Mandy Says:

      I’m glad everything went well and you can get back to your fave drink! :) Mine’s up!

    14. 7
      Claire Says:

      So sorry to hear that your ill! May the luck of the Irish speed up your recovery!
      Also sorry that you have had complaints and evil impostors!
      I love doctor pepper if it is chilled.
      Mine is up now and its Saturday here!

    15. 6
      eph2810 Says:

      Totally “Gotcha” – I promise never to have photos from the web posted on my posts. I do have to protect them though with my ’signature’ now, because I have found some of my pictures on other websites – not photo hunters though…

      I knew you would post a Dr. Pepper for today’s theme, but I was expecting an entire case :grin:

      I am glad that you have your dental work behind you. The appointment in 2 weeks is just a follow-up, right?

      Have a wonderful and relaxing weekend, my friend.

    16. 5
      ChupieandJsmama Says:

      I hope you feel better soon! I love me a Dr. Pepper :) And Gothcha. Thanks for hosting. I know it’s a sometimes “thankless” job. I do appreciate you doing it though. It’s fun to photo hunt. And difficult this year. I’m having the hardest time digging up pictures. This weeks is a stretch. Happy St. Pat’s Day too :)

    17. 4
      Coffee 2 go Says:

      Oh and, due to my medication and the German time (1 a.m.) I forgot to say: “Gotcha!”

      Take care, TNChick =)

    18. 3
      Coffee 2 go Says:

      Aaaaaah, Dr Pepper! I love love LOVE it – but I haven´t had one for ages. I guess being 2.5 days without Dr. Peppers is for you like being 2.5 days without coffee =)

      Well, actually I am, because I´m not allowed to drink coffee while my CD flare-up… so my Hunt is not about caffeine, but Caipirinha (which I can´t have either *LOL*) and Cyber Cruise.

      I hope you´ll be fine again soon!

      xoxoxo,
      and Happy Hunting everyone,

      Sanni

    19. 2
      Heart of Rachel Says:

      Hope you’ll feel better soon. Wishing you the best.

      I just posted mine. Take care!

    20. 1
      A. Says:

      Well, since you’ve posted early, I will too. It’s just gone midnight here so it’s technically Saturday anyway.

      I don’t believe I’ve ever had a Dr Pepper but perhaps it goes by a different name here.

      Gotcha! I’ll read anything! :)

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