This past weekend at Blissdom, I had the time of my life meeting SO many fabulously amazing women who I’ve grown to love online. We forged deeper “real life” connections, we giggled, cried (a little) and grew. There is such a vast community and it is a privilege to be a very small part of it!
All the Blissdom Babies and their Mamas!
A special shout-out to Christine for making it extra special for the Blissdom Babies – swagbags and stroller “trials.”
I got to meet Jennifer (aka MckMama). She is amazing, down-to-earth, humble and as genuine as they come. She even gave me some camera advice!
I hung out with these fabulous women – Amy and Alyssa! I *heart* them!
Um, yeah. This is the swag from the weekend. Yes, it is unbelievably amazing!
For fear of leaving someone out, I won’t begin to name all the wonderful women that I connected with this weekend, but here are the ones in these photos:
Amy, Stephanie, Phoebe, Hillary, Arianne, Toni, Alyssa, Mandy, Rachel, Cheryl, Joy, Lauren, Amy, Stephanie, Amy, Jen, Crystal, Connie, Melissa and Holly
Among many, many, many more!
One of my favorite things about Blissdom was all the smiles and hugs. Oh the hugs! It was an incredible experience of camaraderie from women who “get” me. In a world full of people who look at me like I have 5 heads or food in my teeth when I mention blogging, it was such a “hug.” Seriously.
The sessions were great and the food was good too, but the best part was the sense of community, the conversations, the connections. I’m excited about life, my precious family and this blog.
Speaking of family, my hubs was absolutely amazing! He took care of Ridley for 3 days and nights straight. Ernie was a super dad to a very grumpy baby. I love you babe!
And I can’t wait until Blissdom 2011!
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It was so great to meet you! Yes, many thanks to the hubbys who cared for the little ones all weekend long. Hubby gets a free pass on the next 3 arguments
You hit the nail on the head, the feeling of community was outrageous.
Cheryl@SomewhatCrunchy´s last blog ..Gaylord at Opryland – Exemplary Service
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That looks like so much fun! Glad you had the opportunity to make some new BFF’s! I hope that I have the chance to go to one of these bloggy conferences. Oh, but I’m not a hugger. Are only huggers allowed?
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Looks like lots of fun!
Amy @ Filled With Praise´s last blog ..Have a heart…fabric creations
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Loved all the pics and I loved hearing all about your wonderful time! I’m so glad you got to go and that you got to meet so many incredible ladies in person!
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Wow, what an awesome time!! The pics are all great!
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So great finally meeting you!! You are even more beautiful in person – inside and out!
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This is the first time I’m seeing the big Blissdom Babies group photo! Thank you for posting it!
Steph
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It was great to meet you Myra:) Yes, the Blissdom Dads were awesome. They certainly deserve an award after this weekend!!
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Thanks for posting pics, hoping to go next year!
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Had such a great time too and loved meeting you!!
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So jealous of everyone that went to Blissdom but super excited you all had fun! I hope to be there with you next year. I hope to find some new friends by checking out the girls you listed
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I am so so glad to have met you!!
melissa @ the inspired room´s last blog ..Valentine’s Day Ideas: Step Aside, Pioneer Woman
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It was nice meeting you at Blissdom. I caught you when you didn’t have your little one with you – so adorable.
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I love the Blissdom Baby photo. I was loving seeing all the little ones there, even though it made me miss my boys so much more.
Thanks for linking up and sorry it too so long to stop by!
Tamara
http://www.theunexperiencedmom.com
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Sounds like a wonderful time of making friends and memories. How COOL that women could bring their babies if needed. I had thought, ‘I’m nursing, I couldn’t attend something like that!’ Fun to see this! Glad you had a great time!
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Look at how nicely you set out all of your swag! I threw mine in a huge pile that took up my dining room table until I finally figured out where to put each thing. You are definitely more organized than me!
Angie @ Many Little Blessings´s last blog ..My #Blissdom Recap
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