So, in order to sum up my BlogHer experience I will share with you a few things I learned.
1. I burn easy. Though I tried to make it cool by calling it a "BlogHer Burn," it hurt like a mother.
Friday, at the Ragu lunch, I happened to stand next to a spotlight on the floor for about .25 seconds. The result was the above photo. A second degree burn which now has some snazzy purple bubbles and has made my entire right leg ache. Dear BlogHer, please move all SCALDING hot lights off the floor next year in NYC. Mmmkay thanks.2. I am obnoxiously shy. Despite the opportunity to meet pretty much my entire blogroll during the Conference, I am not sure I did much more than smile and blush at them. So sorry about that all. I really enjoyed meeting you even if you couldn't tell!
3. I do not care who reads my blog. Not to say that I don't love those of you that do, because I LOVE YOU. And I'm not trying to be all judgemental-y, but honestly I just wasn't into running around the Sheraton handing out my little green (homemade!) Moo cards. Although I was slightly proud of them.
I really enjoy reading the people on my blogroll and in my Google reader and I love the fact that I have made some really great friends on the Internet. But I did not go to Chicago to promote myself, my blog or anything else "me" related. I do not think I am that brilliant, original or witty. I blog because I like it. 'Nuff said.
4. FREE, pink, HD Kodak video cameras are pretty great. Of all the awesome little samples, coupons and USB drives (because GOOD LORD I got like 7!), the camera was by! far! my favorite swag.
5. Chicago is freaking gorgeous. The city, the Navy Pier (to which I journeyed with Kerri and Sizzle) and the beautiful greenish river that flows right on through.
6. Marshmallow beds are good for snuggling Rhiannons, but not for sleeping so much.7. Live tweeting your dinner is hilarious. While at a FANTASTIC Italian dinner with my lovelies, Sizzle had a baby, I became a nun, Carrisa stole Kerri's identity, Rhi decided to sell all her possessions and move to Yemen and Kerri got her braces removed, all for the sake of #blogher09. So perhaps no one even noticed besides us, but it was quite entertaining at the time. Cheers!
8. I am grateful. I am grateful for this place to share my thoughts, that people read them, comment and at least feign interest in my life:). I am grateful for the friends I have made here. I am grateful for Rhi showing me all that is the Internet world and for her patience as I acted as her shadow for three days in Chicago. I am grateful to the people who helped me get to Chicago. And I am grateful for the experience.I could say so much more, but instead I'll let the photos speak for themselves.
Ali, Me, Rhi.
Me.
Kerri, Rhi, Me, Sizzle.
Me, Kerr, Whoorl.
13 comments:
I'm so happy you had fun, and so sad you got burned - ouch! I burn easy too (maybe it's the Irish in us?). Anyway, I get what you are saying - some people are there to promote themselves, and I get that (especially if the blog is their method of income) - but it's nice that you can go, just to go and have fun too. I'm definitely in for next year's conference and I'll demand one of your cards as well!
It was so nice to meet you! You're my most favorite Kramey I've ever met! :)
I thought your dinner tweets were hilarious! Especially since we were in the same restaurant!
Looks like you had lots of fun! And even if you were shy, I'm sure they all enjoyed meeting you too!
I kept forgetting you hadn't met most of the people I'd start talking to and then I would notice I had not introduced you. Where were my manners?!
It was really fun to hang out. I got some great shots of you which will go on my Flickr today. I don't think it's a coincidence that my BlogHer recap post has some of the same bullet points. :-)
What a great recap of your time in Chicago. I heard about your burn from Sizz - WTF? I think the hotel or Ragu or BlogHer or someone should compensate you ... worker's comp! Glad it didn't diminish your time in my fine city (and glad the city spoke for itself).
By far the most adorable nun I've ever had for a roommate!
Ouch that burn looks painful!
I love Chicago! Such a beautiful place!
So fun! I'm bummed I didn't go this time but am already planning for next year. It's a must!
You are one of my most favorite things ever and I'm so glad you came to BlogHer. Looking forward to future BlogHer Tweets.
"I'm snuggling @krameymartin in a non-marshmallow bed #blogher10"
Love reading all the BlogHer recaps - looks like it was a blast, burn aside.
I agree with Kristabella. You are by far my most favorite Kramey. Who is part Vulcan. Because she married a Hot Spocket.
Can't wait for next year. You will go yes?
Seriously- you should contact BlogHer about that burn. That is ridiculous! I almost did the same thing.
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