The reporter from The Daily Post was lovely and very balanced and professional . He’s hopefully going to run a story about the Church and Trelawnyd’s general wishes for it’s change of status.
It’s an interesting story, he said after a good hour on the phone.
I promised to take a few photos of the Church for him to use and he sneaked in with a request.
Could I be in the photo too? ….
I went cold.
I hate my photo being taken at the best of times, let alone have it splashed to the great and the good of North Wales but needs must and when I bumped into Meirion out for his daily constitutional I conscripted him as my official photographer
I was like Edina out of Absolutely Fabulous during the shoot ….his nerves must have been shredded
Lol
I think many people hate being photographed, me included. But if it's for a good cause, why not? I hope the article and photo means the church gets lots of publicity and support from around the country. xx
ReplyDeleteGood point …..I made sure my waist wasn’t photographed
DeleteGood choice of Meirion as your official photographer- Both photos are good but I especially like the second one-You look"Hot"John-too Hot to handle x
ReplyDelete-and particularly pensive if you don't mind me saying x
DeleteI was acting
DeleteNice photos! Good idea to share the story about your church!
ReplyDeleteIt’s our last chance Ellen
DeleteThe second one is the best, its a good photo of you, and it has an interesting part of the church showing. I hope your mailman is ready for all the fan mail you will get when its published.
ReplyDeleteLol I wish …please send a copy to Russell Crowe!
DeleteBoth great photos John.
ReplyDeleteThank u Karen x
DeleteYou look very handsome in both pics! I like the second one better as well.
ReplyDeleteThank you, do u think I’ll get a date on the back of things
DeleteIf you don't get a date there is something wrong with the gay men in Wales! You sir are a catch in every way.
DeleteI agree with Hummingbird ... handsome in both.
ReplyDeleteShucks x
DeleteA very pensive look!
ReplyDeleteSuitably worried ?
DeleteNice photos, you can see the recent weight loss in your face 👍x
ReplyDeleteThank you that means a lot
DeleteAnother vote for the second photo which does include so much more of the church itself. The baseball cap is a good signature look for you.
ReplyDeleteMutton dressed as lamb ? as one of my commentators said
DeleteI can just see it in the local paper. You look fine. I particularly like the second photo.
ReplyDeleteThank you Rachel x
DeleteYou look great! Very handsome!
ReplyDeleteTa muchly x
Deleteyou should have worn your scotch egg shirt and maybe you would have received some contributions. haha!
ReplyDeleteI needed gravitas lol hence my north face jacket lol
DeleteThey are excellent photos...that weight loss has done you the world of good!
ReplyDeleteI’ve got my posh The North Face jacket on too
DeleteGreat photo and it’s for a good cause…if you put blue contact lens in you’d be a ringer for Paul Hollywood x
ReplyDeleteI meant to add to use the second photo.
DeleteOh dear , he’s a knob xx
DeleteBut a very handsome Knob x
DeleteOhh errr
DeleteA lovely photo it is too! :)
ReplyDeleteOhhhhh I’m loving thelurve
DeleteA bit of good press is always good as it helps to rally people. Photo #2 is fantastic. Love the pensive look as it goes along well with this important story about the church.
ReplyDeleteI suggested to the reporter that we get some kids from the school crying under the steeple …..
DeleteMy vote goes to the second photograph too. You are looking so good …. You seem to have really got the losing weight thing sussed. You have done so well. XXXX
ReplyDeleteYes, over 2.6 stone
DeleteI like the 2nd photo, too, and think you should be happy with it. You look like the kind, caring, thoughtful person that you are. The wonderfully wicked, humorous, and enticing gleam is missing from your eyes, but perhaps that's for the best since this picture will be in the newspaper!
ReplyDeleteHugs!
Thanks babs , my wicked eyes may not give me any gravitas m if I had much in the first place
DeleteI like both story and photos. The seconds one is lovely. You look fabulous by the way.
ReplyDeleteI’m getting big headed
DeleteYou look so handsome in both of the photographs, but the second one shows more of the church.
DeleteI hope your efforts make a big difference in saving the beautiful church.
You are doing a great job losing weight, too.
Mutton dressed like lamb
ReplyDeleteLovely
DeleteYour subsequent comments were terribly hurtful
DeleteVery nice photos, John!
ReplyDeleteThank you Chuck x
DeleteShifty graveyard stalker 😉
ReplyDeleteGo on…you are aroused , say it
DeleteYou and me are in the same league regarding photos of ourselves. That's why I'm often heard, but rarely seen.
ReplyDeleteI HATE being photographed, work often insists the nurses get photographed for publicity purposes , I hide
DeleteThat's a good pose to look to the side. The second one is best.
ReplyDeleteI’ve given him a selection , he liked the second one too
DeleteTwo wonderful photos and they show your weight loss too! This will be a great article to help the church.
ReplyDeletelol the reporter said he was hoping I was in my twenties or thirties , it would have made a better angle lol
DeleteYou are looking good John. The hard work has paid off.
ReplyDeleteThank you Tracy x
DeleteYou are still a handsome creature John - especially that lovely snowy beard.
ReplyDeleteMy biggest fan xxx my DeArheart xx
DeleteI do not know why you hate being photographed, in the bottom one especially, you look very good.
ReplyDeleteWell I’ve lost a lot of weight which helps a bit x
DeleteLooking gooood! The second photo shows off the church better, and includes a gravestone which rounds out the image. The balance of the grey beard (gravitas) and the smart casual clothing works well, AND you’re looking very trim. Altogether an excellent photo for publicity purposes.
ReplyDeleteOnly a few pounds to reach your goal?
32 pounds at least x
Deleteyou're looking good xx
ReplyDeleteLove ya Julie x
DeleteWow you look years younger, amazing, well done you x
ReplyDeleteThank You all xx
ReplyDeleteYou look a little like Alan Rickman in the second one. Who says losing weight makes you age!! Not I. Well done .xxx
ReplyDeleteAndie
I will take rickman x
DeleteI prefer the second photo. There is thoughtful and slightly faraway look in your eyes.
ReplyDeleteLol
DeleteLooking fit and trim.
ReplyDeleteThank u x
DeleteI also think the second photo is better. You're looking very trim in the face now. Love the beard.
ReplyDeleteJo in Auckland
Thank u
DeleteGlad to see you kept your glasses off for the picture taking! I am not a fan of beards but you always keep yours neat and trimmed!
ReplyDeleteI vote for the 2nd picture, too! You look so handsome in that one! If you don't get a call or a note or 2 from interested readers (fans) then something is wrong with them!
I approve of this picture.
ReplyDeleteYes, I do.
XOXO
That's a great picture!
ReplyDeleteLovely handsome photos John well done for a good cause.
ReplyDeleteSorry I have been missing in action just catching up on many missed posts, went on vacation and had company.
Great photos of you and the church. Meirion did well!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely fabulous photos! But you’re a handsome man to begin with, John Gray, whether you know it or not.
ReplyDeleteSnigger x
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DeleteSnigger. I know that word. It means thank you in Welsh!
DeleteGreat photos - your weight loss is really showing.
ReplyDeleteBeing of a similar age you inspire me - any tips ??
Only eat twice a day
DeleteI,ll try that !
DeleteI too vehemently dislike having my photo taken ... you are looking amazing though! You should feel very proud of yourself!
ReplyDeleteDogs are easier to photograph, than their humans. Dogs always know that they look just fine the way they are.
ReplyDeleteAnd they look away right at the last moment
DeleteWhat an awesome photo of an awesome man!
ReplyDeleteShucks xxx
DeleteYou do look Fabulous, John. Good luck with the church. I am sure with your picture in the article, lots of publicity will ensue.
ReplyDeleteIt can but help Jean x
DeleteIt's the posing for a photograph that is so bad isn't it.
ReplyDeleteI really don't mind a naturally captured shot of myself but when someone asks me to stand still for a photo my face forgets what to do and I always end up looking like a lopsided grinning village idiot!!
Ya know something John...you're a mighty good looking guy.
ReplyDeleteYa know something Theresa ?
DeleteYou are so right xxx
Golly you can see how much weight you've lost!normally a stalker not a commenter but just had to say!!
ReplyDeleteThank u
DeleteYou are looking good kid. :)
ReplyDeleteWow John! You look great!!
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