A HUGE reason I started blogging was for the community. A couple of my friends who were already "established" bloggers raved and raved to me about the blogging community. About how they felt like a part of something. A part of something bigger than themselves.
They felt connected, felt included, felt like they had an awesome purpose, and especially felt loved.
I didn't instantly feel like that...it definitely took some time (well LOTS of time if we are gettin' technical). But now I absolutely feel like that. I have met some of the most seriously phenomenal people ever!! And having now been a seasoned conference go-er (hehe), I have gone to two WHOLE conferences this year (here & here) ! I know..step back.
Well...I am so blessed to be going to a THIRD one in just a few short weeks!
I am pretty giddy about this one, you guys! Most of the girls going, I have already built a friendship with, and already feel like we are kindred spirits. I would say I was going to RUN & HUG them when I see them, but I'm not really a hugger...so maybe a handshake? Too weird? Maybe. :)
ANYHOOOO....today I get to talk a little/introduce myself today and link up with all the other beautiful girls that are going to Influence with me!
(I'm a rambler, obviously, for those of you who can't tell that already)
{3 GET TO KNOW ME THINGS}
1. I am majorly sarcastic & I joke a LOT. Defense mechanism? Probably. :)
2. My suitcase will probably mostly consist of stripe-y things and makeup.
3. I always have jewelry on. Always. Maybe because I own a shop? Or maybe just because I'm a little bit of a jewelry hoarder. Who knows.
{2 THINGS I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO ABOUT THE CONFERENCE}
1. The awesome sessions!!!! Did I mention the sessions?? So excited!
2. Having girl time with some awesome roomies, hanging out with some old friends
(I'm talking to you Nic, Andi, Ash, Caroline & Alissa),
and FINALLY getting to meet some girls I've wanted tomeet for EVER! Ohhhh ya!
and FINALLY getting to meet some girls I've wanted tomeet for EVER! Ohhhh ya!
{1 THING I CAN'T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT}
I can only pick ONE? Yikes.
Then my clothes. Definitely need my clothes. ;)
And my phone.
And mascara.
And my baby (I would pack him if I could).
Shoot....I didn't do very good at the whole "one thing", did I?
Can't wait to meet & see all of your beautiful faces there!
LINK UP HERE if you are going!
I'm jealous. I want to go to a blogger conference. There is one near me in March, but I feel like I'm just not to "that" point yet. Do you think they benefit even small time bloggers?
ReplyDelete:) yay!! excited to meet you! {is this so fun or what?!}
ReplyDeleteHahah you sound fun! I hope to go to a conference someday! :-)
ReplyDeletei. LOVE. your. BLOG! can't wait to meet you!... ohh and maybe get some makeup tips?!
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Yay! So excited to officially meet you in October - can't wait!!! Ps. I'm super sarcastic too! ;-)
ReplyDeleteHey Jenna! You were the link up right before me, nice to meet you! I was browsing your pretty blog and I *love* it! I am your newest follower and I am super excited to get to meet you!!
ReplyDeleteAwesome!!! You've total made me want to meet you even more....if that was even possible =)
ReplyDeleteMuch Love!
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Beautiful lil blog. Look forward to seeing you in October!
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I hope you don't leave home without your clothes :) Those are a definite must!
ReplyDeleteSO excited you're going! Are you going to have a booth at the market??
ReplyDeleteI didn't know you were going to Influence! I'm so excited to meet you, Jenna!
ReplyDeleteYou sound very cool! Hopefully we can meet in person!
ReplyDeleteYou are awesome and I can't wait to meet you =)
ReplyDeleteI cannot leave home without my phone as well. It is always with me :)
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the conference, I so wish I were going. :(
Since I will be meeting you ONE DAY, you better remind me that you're not a hugger. I totally am, so you need to remind me!
ReplyDeleteYou are adorable! Love your blog & can't wait to meet you in October.
ReplyDeleteI used to love makeup too. Now that I'm a stay at home mom, I wear it so much less (did I just admit that online?!). Maybe seeing all these lovely girls in person will inspire me again. : ) Adorable blog! Can't wait to meet you!
ReplyDeleteSo Jenna, I'm thinking you may need to bring some extra stripes for me! I know you've got a closet full to choose from ;) haha but seriously I'm having a hard time finding something that is me! I'm a solids kinda girl! I don't want to let you down ;) Can't wait to meet you in real life!!!
ReplyDeleteClothes! Why didn't I think of that?! haha
ReplyDeleteYes oh yes I'm terribly behind on the INfluence link up - but let me just say I'm SO excited to get to meet you!! And um, I should have said clothes because let's just face it, if I showed up with no clothes you guys would think I'm a freak.
ReplyDelete2 1/2 weeks!!!