Three years ago today, Norman’s Blog debuted on the web. I may sound like a broken record, but lasting this long never entered my mind back then. Ever so slowly, I was able to carve a nifty little niche as a pageant blogger. I do sprinkle my posts with topics on TV, movies, travel and persons I am particularly fond of, but nothing close to the number of pageant-related posts that have flooded my site (& timeline) since July, 2009.
So alongside my blog’s new look (I’m still open to oppositions if any), let me just share some significant numbers with you, my dear readers:
Top Commenters:
The Top 7 Commenters of Norman’s Blog
Outside of your blogger, I have to cite the readers who have the three highest numbers of comments made in my topics. They are basil, GlennDyer and TGIF. Special thanks to these three individuals (plus the other regulars) who never wavered in their support of my blog.
Busiest Day
The busiest day of Norman’s Blog
April 11, 2011 was particularly memorable because it came up with the busiest day in my blog – 34,658 to be exact. This number was greatly assisted by the results of Bb. Pilipinas 2011 which attracted an unusually high number of visits. Last April, Bb. Pilipinas 2012 reached more than 25k in hits but nothing close to my all-time high.
Top-viewed Posts
All-time top-viewed posts in Norman’s Blog
It is expected that my home page will get the highest number of views in the above summary. After that, however, it is surprising that the next on the list is an old blog I made about (of all people) Miley Cyrus. But following her are former Miss Brazil Debora Lyra (muito obrigado) and Miss Universe 2011 3rd Runner-Up Shamcey Supsup.
Top Country Views
Country views of Norman’s Blog since February 25, 2012
Since February 25 this year, WordPress started an official country view statistic of all its sponsored blogs. So outside the Philippines, the three highest country views come from the United States, Canada and Saudi Arabia. I perfectly understand why these three nations stood tall in this list. But the places that amused me (which did not make it to the top) as having readers/visits from are Syria, Tanzania, Ivory Coast, Bhutan, Malawi and Mozambique – the highest among the lowest.
So to everyone who supported my blog through the years, my heartfelt gratitude! It would be an understatement to say that this blog virtually changed the landscape of my life. It now occupies quite a big spot in my daily routine. And I always look forward to coming up with new topics. As for the ads you can see below the featured post (and sidebar), here’s a shameless request: clicking on them will help sustain my online presence. 😀
Here’s to more attention-grabbing blog bites in the next 365 days! 😉
Congratulations on your blog anniversary! Naks, new look sa blog 🙂
Thanks, eltoro! 😉
Nganga in a positive way, di ba lahat n nananalo sa beauty contest e nakanganga?
Nganga ung nganga kesehodang pasukan pa ng kung ano yan, basta nganga….
ako,gust kong ngumang at iimaginine ko ang alaga mong si benjamin!
Nganga all day long!
Congrats again mamang!
Everytime I’m online the very first website that I’m visiting is yours. Your blog is addictive, addictive in a positive way, positive way na naman,hehe.
But seriously Mamang, you’re such a genious. You present facts and thoughts in a classy manner, and to all your readers, I want to congratulate tem also, you guys have a class and taste.
I thank you!
Wow! Nice compliments, basil. You make me blush. 😉
Well, what can I say but Congratulations Mamang!
And wow, I’m your top commentor!
Can I make a speech?
Thanks to my mother, my neighbors and to Golda Soller, if not to them, I won’t make it.. Guys, this is for you!
And to the new look of your banner,there’s only one word to describe it, “NGANGA’.
Thanks, basil. ‘Nganga’ can also mean bewilderment or a ‘Eureka’ moment, right? 🙂
congratulations norman!
Thanks, Jeff! 🙂
Congratulations on your 3rd Anniversary, Norman!
More better days to come !
Thank you, Ryan! 🙂
NORMAN my dear….. your eyeglasses is my window to the world of beauty pageants both locally and globally! OMEDETOU!
Thank you, Koala (or TGIF)! 🙂
im wondering why i didnt make it on your top commenters list norman :), but it wasnt surprising that your blog is turning 3 now. We know the dedication, time and effort you have put into this blog. Congratulations! I wish you thousands of happy tomorrows on your blog!
I was hoping to see your name on top as well, hotaru! 😉
Anyways, thank you for the support. I’m no big fan of that ‘six degrees of separation’ concept, but having some sort of connection to Japan (through you) is fully appreciated. 🙂
Happy 3rd anniversary Kuya Normz! More topics to come! I am always thankful for discovering your blog, it made my corporate days back from my former job less toxic 😉
God bless you and your family always!
Thank you, Carlo! 🙂
Wow, I never knew you could break down all the stats like that. A blog that has reached its third year deserves praise indeed. And, now that I know, I’ll click on an ad every now and then to help you sustain your presence online. There’s no shame in that. I’ve enjoyed all your posts, Norm, and you possess an extraordinary gift for writing. I’m glad that you’re able to use it to positive ends. Happy 3rd!
Thank you, Mrs. AJ! Such kind words! WordPress is so blogger-friendly that all I need to do is copy and paste. They provided the statistics all in a jiffy. 😉
Congratulations on your 3rd Anniversary, Norman! More power to your blog and wish you all the best!
Salamat po! 😀