Blog’s 2nd Anniversary
January 6th, 2012… This was the day that I shared my love of film with all you other film fantastics out there and ventured into the world of blogging. It’s been quite an experience and one that I do not regret in the slightest… Two years down the line and I’m still at it.
And why?… Some of you may ask!
Well, the answer to that is simple… It’s just too much damn fun interacting and discussing movies with you guys.
Without your support and enthusiasm, Marked Movies would probably have folded a long time before now. So for that, I want to thank you all. As do, some of my favourite actor friends who recently joined me in celebration of my anniversary – (I took the photo, by the way)
Last year, on my blog’s 1st Anniversary, I gave a particular shout out to my Top Five commenters and I’d like to do the same again. They are:
#1: Ruth from FlixChatter
#2: Eric from The IPC
#3: Chris from Terry Malloy’s Pigeon Coop
#4: Tyson from Head In A Vice
#5: Keith from Keith & The Movies
I’m sure these great bloggers are familiar to you all but if, for some odd reason they’re not, please give them some of your love too. You won’t regret it.
It’s always nice to celebrate milestones in blogging as I think we’re all aware of how much of a commitment it can be and how much work we put in but, ultimately, the intention of these few humble words is to thank all of you!
For those that visit, like, follow, comment or share, I can’t tell you how much I appreciate it. It means a lot.
I may be driving this site, but it’s all of you, who keep the wheels oiled.
Much obliged my friends and here’s to another year ahead!!
MARKED MOVIES 
January 6, 2014 at 9:56 am
Congratulations Mark! On to the next one!
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January 6, 2014 at 1:08 pm
On to the next one, indeed, Nostra! Thanks my friend.
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January 6, 2014 at 10:18 am
Happy anniversary, Mark. Looking forward to spending 2014 with you.
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January 6, 2014 at 1:09 pm
I’m looking forward to seeing what the next year brings, Luke. Each year has been different so far and I look forward to getting to know yourself that bit more too. Cheers mate!
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January 6, 2014 at 11:47 am
Congratulations, Mark!
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January 6, 2014 at 1:10 pm
Much obliged Morgan! Still hanging in there. 🙂
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January 6, 2014 at 12:32 pm
Happy Anniversary, Mark! Congratulations!
I can’t believe you got to hang out with all of those actors on your second anniversary no less. How awesome! 🙂
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January 6, 2014 at 1:11 pm
Thanks James!
Yeah, I have some very famous friends who are interested in my blog 😉 The least they could was pose for a photo for me!
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January 6, 2014 at 12:33 pm
Happy anniversary Mark! Glad to be one of your top commenters and I look forward to commenting many times more over the next year. Keep up the top work my friend.
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January 6, 2014 at 1:13 pm
Can’t thank you enough Chris! You’re a solid and consistent commenter. I appreciate it very much. Here’s to another year ahead mate!
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January 6, 2014 at 1:15 pm
Congrats Mark, here’s to another great year.
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January 6, 2014 at 2:21 pm
Cheers Vinnie. Thanks for being a regular visitor, man!
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January 6, 2014 at 5:26 pm
Don’t mention it, I can’t believe it will by my 2nd Anniversary in April.
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January 6, 2014 at 5:38 pm
It certainly flies in, doesn’t it? I considered taking a long break off but I still in there, and I’m glad I did. It’s a rewarding little hobby.
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January 6, 2014 at 1:23 pm
Happy Anniversary Mark, congrats on the achievement!
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January 6, 2014 at 2:22 pm
Much obliged Stu! I kinda doubted that I’d make it this far but who knows? I might even make another year. I’ve still got some life in me yet. 😉
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January 6, 2014 at 4:20 pm
Glad to hear it, there’s a lot of films out there!
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January 6, 2014 at 5:38 pm
Lots of films. Lots more work to do! 😉
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January 6, 2014 at 2:12 pm
Well happy second birthday! As I’ve told you I love your stuff! Always fun and very well written. Can’t wait to see what you have for us this year.
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January 6, 2014 at 2:24 pm
I know you’ve got my back, man. Can’t thank you enough for your consistent support. Here’s hoping the next year can remain just as fresh.
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January 6, 2014 at 2:12 pm
Congrats Mark! Two years is no joke in the blogging world. Nice job!
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January 6, 2014 at 2:25 pm
Thanks a lot Dan! I hear you. Two years is quite a milestone. I’ve seen too many bloggers disappear before then. It looks like I might be in this for the long haul! 🙂
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January 6, 2014 at 2:21 pm
Awesome. Congratulations, Mark! Here’s to many more years!
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January 6, 2014 at 2:30 pm
Thanks Fernando. You were one of my first followers all that time ago and it seems we’re still hanging in there. Cheers mate!
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January 6, 2014 at 3:44 pm
It’s my pleasure! 🙂
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January 6, 2014 at 2:27 pm
Congrats Mark!
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January 6, 2014 at 2:30 pm
Much obliged! 🙂
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January 6, 2014 at 2:56 pm
Congrats, Mark! Looking forward to what you have in store for your readers 🙂
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January 6, 2014 at 3:49 pm
Cheers Michael. It’s always a pleasure to see you stop by my friend. Thanks for all your support and consistent sharing of posts. 🙂
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January 6, 2014 at 3:12 pm
BOAT DRINKS!!!!!!
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January 6, 2014 at 3:50 pm
Cheers for your regular visits bro! One of my top followers and always reliable. 🙂
Boat Drinks!
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January 6, 2014 at 3:22 pm
Awesome! Here’s to infinity more Mark!!
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January 6, 2014 at 3:51 pm
Thanks Joseph! It’s been great getting to know your blog this year. Here’s to more of the same, man!
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January 6, 2014 at 5:23 pm
Right back at you :).
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January 6, 2014 at 5:09 pm
That’s awesome! Congrats on bloganniversary 🙂
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January 6, 2014 at 5:39 pm
Thanks Sati. I’m happy to make the milestone. I wasn’t sure if I would at times. 🙂
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January 6, 2014 at 5:51 pm
Congrats Mark. Always enjoy enjoy your stuff!
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January 7, 2014 at 8:26 am
Thanks Gene. I hope to get into the swing of things again soon. I tailed off with a lot of stuff last year.
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January 6, 2014 at 6:15 pm
Happy Birthday Mark!
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January 7, 2014 at 8:30 am
Cheers young fella, ma lad! Surprised I made it so far, to be honest.
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January 6, 2014 at 6:29 pm
I’m sure I would’ve got into your top five! Never mind. Happy Anniversary Mark; keep doing what you’re doing my friend 🙂
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January 7, 2014 at 8:31 am
The way you were regularly visiting and commenting, you could have made the top five Mark. I appreciate it, man. Cheers!
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January 7, 2014 at 3:33 pm
I’ll try my best for 2014 🙂
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January 7, 2014 at 3:34 pm
That’s the spirit! 😉
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January 6, 2014 at 6:52 pm
Happy blogiversary! Many happy returns to you and your blog. Love what you do, so keep it coming 🙂
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January 7, 2014 at 8:32 am
Thanks Smash! It’s a nice feeling to have made it this far and still manage to keep a solid community going. Hope I can keep it up!
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January 6, 2014 at 10:01 pm
Congrats Mark! You offer astounding movie criticism and always write with depth and poignancy. I look forward to what you have in store for the next year.
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January 7, 2014 at 8:36 am
Wow! That’s quite a compliment, my man. I appreciate that very much as well as, all your support. Thanks again!!
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January 6, 2014 at 10:36 pm
Hell yea, man!
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January 7, 2014 at 8:36 am
I hear ye, brother! 🙂
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January 6, 2014 at 10:55 pm
Congratulations on reaching the two-year milestone, Mark!
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January 7, 2014 at 8:38 am
Thanks Dan! I appreciate your stopping by, my friend. By the way, is there some way I can follow your site by email notification? It makes it easier for me to keep up with latest posts.
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January 7, 2014 at 1:49 am
Congrats my friend!! I’m so honored to be your top commenter and I’d shoot to remain #1 next year too, ha..ha.. It’s incredible what you’ve achieved in just two years. You are such a stellar writer and obviously multi-talented as well, looking forward to hearing more about your documentary project!
Blessings to you and here’s to more great things in 2014, and beyond!
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January 7, 2014 at 9:14 am
Can’t thank you enough, Ruth. You were #2 last year and rocketed to #1 this year. There’s no doubt that you’ve been my biggest supporter since I started and it’s comments like yours that keep the enthusiasm going.
Thanks again, my friend and all the best for 2014. Let the blogging commence. 🙂
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January 7, 2014 at 6:08 pm
“Rocketed to #1” Wahoo!! I can’t be happier Mark and I always look for you on Reddit too for upvoting 😉
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January 7, 2014 at 6:16 pm
Likewise. When I see your posts on reddit, I’ll give them a little thumbs up! 🙂
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January 7, 2014 at 1:54 am
Nice, congrats Mark! Keep it up! 😀
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January 7, 2014 at 9:18 am
Thanks a lot Chris. It’s always great to meet new bloggers and I’m glad to have come across you in the last year!
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January 7, 2014 at 3:06 am
I love your blog. Happy Anniversary, Mark!
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January 7, 2014 at 9:18 am
Many thanks Cindy. Glad to have you onboard! Here’s to another year ahead!
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January 7, 2014 at 3:10 am
Congratulations, Mark!
Exceptional work well executed in a most entertaining and informative manner.
Also, a lot of fun!
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January 7, 2014 at 9:19 am
Much obliged Jack. It’s always nice to see you stopping by. Thanks for your support my friend!
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January 7, 2014 at 12:24 pm
Happy 2nd Anniversary Mark 😀
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January 7, 2014 at 12:26 pm
Cheers Tim. It’s good have lasted the pace and still be around. 🙂
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January 7, 2014 at 5:53 pm
That’s true I have seen many a blogger drop to the floor and give up. But you fight on 😀
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January 7, 2014 at 5:57 pm
Yeah, I’ve seen quite a few drop like fly’s in quick succession. And they were very good as well. The two year mark is a real test of your resolve. 😉
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January 7, 2014 at 7:59 pm
Hitting mine in april 😀
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January 7, 2014 at 8:25 pm
Good times!
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January 7, 2014 at 5:19 pm
Ah congrats Mark! I totally agree that it is just way too much fun to sit and discuss movies with everyone! Keeps you hooked hey?! 😛
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January 7, 2014 at 5:37 pm
Yeah, once this movie discussing business gets hold of you, there’s no turning back. 😉
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January 7, 2014 at 6:11 pm
Evil things I tell you!
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January 7, 2014 at 6:16 pm
It’s a curse I tell thee! A CURSE!!!
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January 7, 2014 at 10:26 pm
I’ve been a crappy commenter lately, but once I get in shape again, your blog is top on mind to comment on. As you know we’ve got a shared taste of movies and I really love the way you write.
Congratulations to keeping this up for two years – as a fellow blogger I know how hard it is. Anyone can start a blog. Very few will last this long. Best of luck in the future!
Cheers!
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January 8, 2014 at 12:46 am
It’s absolutely fine Jessica. I know how hard it is to keep up with all the blogs that you follow. I struggle to comment on everyone’s all time but I’m trying to spread myself a little more this year. Thanks for the compliment though. I appreciate it. Too many good bloggers are disappearing because of the demand that it puts on you but I’m glad to still be around and to also see you keeping at it too. 🙂
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January 9, 2014 at 4:23 am
Congratulations!
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January 9, 2014 at 9:37 am
Much obliged! And thanks for stopping by regularly. I really appreciate it 🙂
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January 9, 2014 at 5:30 pm
Congrats, Mark! Here’s to many more years!
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January 9, 2014 at 5:59 pm
Cheers Eric. Here’s hoping I can keep it together to keep going.
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January 11, 2014 at 11:33 am
Congratulations! Exceptional work, as always.
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January 12, 2014 at 10:40 am
Much obliged. I hope I can keep it up! 🙂
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