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So, something weird has happened.

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In the last 24 hours, my blog has gained over 50 new followers — all Gmail addresses, all from France, and all in a suspiciously short window of time.

Now, unless I’ve somehow become an overnight sensation in Paris (which, let’s be honest, I haven’t), this is probably what the experts call “a bot wave.”

First off — to all my real, human followers: thank you. You’re the reason I write this blog. I know who you are. (Mostly. Probably.) And I appreciate every read, comment, share, and kind word more than you know.

Second — to any bots reading this: please enjoy my gluten-free rants, and kindly refrain from stealing my identity or promoting dodgy crypto links in my comments.

Third — for anyone wondering if my blog has been hacked: nope. Everything’s fine. This is just a weird little blip that I’m reporting to WordPress.

So if you’re new here and you’re actually a human — welcome aboard! And if you’re a bot, well… bonjour, I guess?

More gluten-free goodness (and nonsense) coming soon.

— Ben

Update: WordPress has confirmed that there’s no risk to my blog. So we’re calling this “The French Bot Invasion of 2025” and moving on with our lives. 🥖🤖

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2 responses to “So, something weird has happened.”

  1. Anonymous

    Me too! Happens often. Annoying.

    Reply
  2. Zenith

    You’re not alone, cuz someone else also got that too.

    Reply

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I’m Ben

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Having been diagnosed with Coeliac Disease over 8 years ago but also suffering from symptoms for about 30 years, I decided to take action. A few years back, I launched a Facebook group to help fellow gluten-free diners in Milton Keynes find the best places to eat. The group quickly became a little sensation. Encouraged by this success, I created another group for the Northampton area a couple of years later. Both groups have become a useful resource for people searching for gluten-free dining options in their respective areas.

Recently, I took a bold step to expand even further and launched The GF Table UK. My mission? To share my journey, experiences, and insights on living a gluten-free lifestyle and to help others navigate their own paths with ease. Here’s to many more gluten-free adventures ahead!

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