Thank You for a Great 2015, Here’s to an AWESOME 2016!
Crunchy numbers
The Louvre Museum has 8.5 million visitors per year. This blog was viewed about 430,000 times in 2015. If it were an exhibit at the Louvre Museum, it would take about 18 days for that many people to see it.
The busiest day of the year was January 1st with 2,243 views.
Posting Patterns
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How did they find you?
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Where did they come from?
A total of 194 countries visited Harlequin Junkie.
Most visitors came from The United States. Canada & Australia were not far behind.
Who were they?
These were your 5 most active commenters:
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To enter Giveaway: Please complete the Rafflecopter form and Post a comment: Now for something fun… How about a game of 2 Truths and a Lie:
Can you pick out the lies from the list below? 😉
*Note: Opt-Outs do not qualify. You’ve got to at-least give it a try.
A few of us Junkies have shared 2 Truths and a Lie, let’s see if you can pick out the lies.
Michele
- My hubby and I started dating after attending a class together in high school.
- I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
- My work name tag was used in a scene (that was later cut) for Stephen King’s movie Thinner
Valerie
- My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
- My hubby and I have more dates to sports games than anywhere else.
- I’ve lived overseas and in over 5 states.
Bec
- I watch a number of crime dramas, and my favorite is NCIS: Los Angeles.
- My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
- Having a book published is number one on my bucket list.
Jen
- I once eat an entire 84 piece bag of Reese Cups in 2 minutes.
- I am a train engineer.
- I love Country Music.
Sara
- I’m a dual citizen, have lived in 3 countries and can speak 5 languages.
- I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico.
- I was a passenger on a Delta flight that blew an engine during takeoff and caught fire mid air.
dholcomb1
I hate trying to figure out lies. No idea.
dholcomb1
I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels–Michele
My hubby and I have more dates to sports games than anywhere else–Valerie
My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop–Bec
I am a train engineer.–Jen
I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico.–Sara
Sandy X
So difficult to tell if which is the lies, they all sound true.
For Michele: I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
Valerie: My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec: I watch a number of crime dramas, and my favorite is NCIS: Los Angeles.
Sara: I was a passenger on a Delta flight that blew an engine during takeoff and caught fire mid air.
Susan T.
Hmmm, lies.
Michelle : My work name tag was used in a scene (that was later cut) for Stephen King’s movie Thinner
Valeria : My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec : My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Sara : I was a passenger on a Delta flight that blew an engine during takeoff and caught fire mid air.
Happy New Year!
christytea
Michele: My work name tag was used in a scene (that was later cut) for Stephen King’s movie Thinner.
Valerie: My hubby and I have more dates to sports games than anywhere else.
Bec: My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Sara: I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico.
vadensmommy1
Michele #2 is the lie
Valerie #3 is the lie
Because #2 is the lie
Sara #3 I hope is a lie..
Thanks for the chance
HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE & GOOD LUCK
vadensmommy1
I forgot Jen
#2 is the lie
Gabrielle
Michele-I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
Valerie- My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec- My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Jen- I am a train engineer.
Sara- I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico.
belindaegreen
Michelle – I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
Valerie – My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree
Bec – I watch a number of crime dramas, and my favorite is NCIS: Los Angeles
Jen – I am a train engineer
Sara – I’m a dual citizen, have lived in 3 countries and can speak 5 languages
Wow, a little tricky ladies! Hopefully I made the right choices. Thanks for the opportunity!
It’s been fun playing with y’all
Belinda G
Texas Book Lover
My work name tag was used in a scene (that was later cut) for Stephen King’s movie Thinner. Granted one never seen this so no idea..
My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
I am a train engineer.
I was a passenger on a Delta flight that blew an engine during takeoff and caught fire mid air.
Pennie
Michelle – 2
Valerie – 1
Bec – 2
Jen – 2
Sara – 2
Mary C.
Lies – Michelle – I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
Valerie – My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec – I watch a number of crime dramas, and my favorite is NCIS: Los Angeles.
Jen – I am a train engineer.
Sara – I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico.
Debra Guyette
Michelle – I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
Valerie – My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec – My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Jen – I love Country Music.
Sara – I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico.
Gail S
Here’s my guess on the lies:
Michelle: I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
Valerie: My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec: My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Jen: I once eat an entire 84 piece bag of Reese Cups in 2 minutes.
Sara: I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico.
This was fun: Happy New Year!
V
I’m going to say #3 for Michele, #1 for Valerie, #2 for Bec, #2 for Jen, and #3 for Sara
Meagan Wells
I am guess the lies are Michele #3, Valerie #1, Bec #2 , Jen#2, Sara #1.
Marianne
1. I love Contemporary Romances
2. I can drive a Model T
3.I met my husband on a blind date.
Amy Rickman
Michele-I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
Valerie-My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec – My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Jen – I am a train engineer.
Sara – I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico
Marianne
Sorry, I didn’t understand the concept. 🙂
BookLady
I think the lies are:
Michele – I’m not a big fan of reading fantasy books.
Valerie – My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers leaning on a tree.
Bec – My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Jen – I am a train engineer.
Sara – I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico.
Ann Waters
Michele
My work name tag was used in a scene (that was later cut) for Stephen King’s movie Thinner
Valerie
My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec
My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Jen
I once eat an entire 84 piece bag of Reese Cups in 2 minutes.
Sara
I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico.
I hope I got at least one right
Traci P
I am not good at picking out lies. Prefer truths .
bn100
Michele- I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
Valerie- My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec- Having a book published is number one on my bucket list.
Jen- I love Country Music.
Sara- I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico.
Michele H
The lies (I think) are: Valerie: #1, Bec: #2, Jen: #2, Sara: #2. Happy New Year, everyone!!
Inga
I think Michelle’s two truths are:
My hubby and I started dating after attending a class together in high school.
My work name tag was used in a scene (that was later cut) for Stephen King’s movie Thinner
The lie is:
I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
laurieg72l
The ones I think are lies:
Michele #3 -Stephen King movie
Valerie #3 – lived overseas and 5 states
Bec #2 – favorite amusement rideride
Jen #1- ate candy bag in 2 minutes
Sara #1- duel citizen , speaks 5 languages
Melissa Morr
Lies
Michelle #3
Valerie #1
Bec #2
Jen #2
Sara#2
jodi marinich
I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Having a book published is number one on my bucket list.
I am a train engineer.
I’m a dual citizen, have lived in 3 countries and can speak 5 languages.
lrhubble
wow that is kind of hard though fun. 🙂
Michele – #2
Valerie – #1
Bec – #2
Jen – #1
Sara – #3
Tammy Y
This is hard, but I gave it a try
Michelle – # 2
Valerie – #1
Bec – #3
Jen – #1
Sara # 2
kermitsgirl
Michele – #1 My hubby and I started dating after attending a class together in high school.
Valerie – #1 My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec – #1 I watch a number of crime dramas, and my favorite is NCIS: Los Angeles.
Jen – #2 I am a train engineer.
Sara – #2 I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico.
Donna B
Michele
I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
Valerie
I’ve lived overseas and in over 5 states.
Bec
My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Jen
I am a train engineer.
Sara
I’m a dual citizen, have lived in 3 countries and can speak 5 languages.
Maureen
Michele: #2
Valerie: #1
Bec:#3
Jen:#2
Sara:#1
Janie McGaugh
My guesses are:
Michele – My work name tag was used in a scene (that was later cut) for Stephen King’s movie Thinner
Valerie – My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec – Having a book published is number one on my bucket list.
Jen – I am a train engineer.
Sara – I’m a dual citizen, have lived in 3 countries and can speak 5 languages.
Patricia B.
I will be curious to see the answers. When will we find out?
Michele – My work name tag was used in a scene (that was later cut) for Stephen King’s movie Thinner
Valerie – My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec – My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Jen – I am a train engineer.
Sara – I met my husband on spring break in Puerto Rico.
Kara
Here goes, I think these might be the lies.
Michele
I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
Valerie
I’ve lived overseas and in over 5 states.
Bec
My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Jen
I am a train engineer.
Sara
I was a passenger on a Delta flight that blew an engine during takeoff and caught fire mid air.
Elizabeth T.
So hard to decide, but I think these are the lies:
My hubby and I started dating after attending a class together in high school.
My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
I watch a number of crime dramas, and my favorite is NCIS: Los Angeles.
I love Country Music.
I’m a dual citizen, have lived in 3 countries and can speak 5 languages.
Did I guess correctly? 🙂
Meredith Miller
Lies (maybe?)
Michele — #3
Valerie — #1
Bec –#2
Jen –#1 (but what fun that would be!)
AmandaS
Here are my guesses 🙂
Michele: I’m not a big fan of reading Fantasy novels
Valerie: My favorite spot to read is in a field of flowers, leaning on a tree.
Bec: My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Jen: I once eat an entire 84 piece bag of Reese Cups in 2 minutes.
Sara: I’m a dual citizen, have lived in 3 countries and can speak 5 languages.
HaddieHarper
Michele:
My work name tag was used in a scene (that was later cut) for Stephen King’s movie Thinner
Valerie:
I’ve lived overseas and in over 5 states.
Bec:
My favorite amusement park ride is Dreamworld’s Giant Drop.
Jen:
I am a train engineer.
Sara:
I’m a dual citizen, have lived in 3 countries and can speak 5 languages.
kim amundsen
michelle # 3 is a lie.
Val # 3 is a lie
Bec #2
Jen # 1
Sarah #3
gleamspark
Wow! They could all be truths… I’m going #2 for Michele, #1 for Valeria, #2 for Bec, And finally 2 for Jen & Sara
Sarah
Michelle – #3
Val – #1
Bec – #2
Jen – #3
and Sarah #2?
Valerie
Hi Everyone, my lie was number 1. I’m allergic to oh wait everything! lol… I honestly think my current favorite place to read is actually curled up on my couch within my husbands arms…. 🙂 thanks for trying everyone!