I am 10,000 feet up in the air and on my way home from Nashville. I am leaving new and old friends, but returning to my sexy husband, beautiful kiddos AND a brand new nephew!
I may write a post or two about the fabulousness (and not so fabulousness) that was Blissdom. But, for now, enjoy some of my highlights. Instagram style.
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Janice and me – forever friends and roomies – on day one.
I danced with the California Raisin and noshed on some yummy raisin cookies, fresh from the oven.
I was blessed with some extra special time with the beautiful and extremely talented Me Ra Koh and her husband Brian – who, I have to say are such an amazing couple, whose love for each other so very inspiring – as well as the hilarious Lu Braxton, the vivacious Jenny, and the adorable Maya.
A very grown-up, but adorable, Joe Jonas made an appearance. Many of our daughters will now have the “coolest” moms around!
Our long-time Blissdom bud, Chris Mann, was sighted and he even showed off his fabulous voice a bit! Such amazing talent! (Be sure to watch him on The Voice!!)
I got to squeeze a fabulous Bookieboo baby bump!
And had to grab a hug from the lovely Barbara Jones.
The Rascal Flatts are used to having hundreds of women scream at them, but hundreds of bloggers? I’m pretty sure it was a first!
I am thrilled that I shared dessert with the amazing Meredith, aka HooDeeHoo.
I enjoyed a champaign night cap with a lovely group of ladies, including Duong, Meredith, Danielle, Carole and Fadra.
The next day I found my way to Hershey’s garden, where I scored some of my kiddos’ favorite confections.
The gorgeous Danielle was just within arms’ reach every time I needed a big hug, which seemed to be quite often.
And Friday night brought Karaoke and more time with some of the most beautiful people to be found on the internetz.
I began my Blissdom ’12 experience with Jan. And we parted at the airport five days later. Exhausted, but full of bliss.
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I’m so, so glad we got to spend just a wee bit of time together. It was great to see you again and I hope our blogging paths cross soon!
Fadra´s last [type] ..The Glittery Side of BlissDom ’12
Me too, Fadra, although I wish it could have been more. You are a gem! xo
Champagne Party with you was a blast! I feel so blessed to have been able to spend some time with you. Muah!!! You are beautiful! — Carole from ShopAtHome — @Carole_Baker
Carole Baker´s last [type] ..Packing for Blissdom!
Our Champaign Party was certainly a highlight… We’ll have to do it when our paths cross again!
I am really so glad that you shared it with us…I hope you can post more because you can inspire a lot of people…
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what a great way to share your experience! Hope to meet you next year
Sharon {Grumpy, Sleepy, and Bashful}´s last [type] ..Favorite Meals In Our House
How much fun was it to see you? You ARE one of the people I did get to see again and again – and I’m so grateful. Champagne should be a tradition. So glad you made it home safely to your people…. xoxoxo
Danielle Smith´s last [type] ..Tide Pods Use Innovative New Technology to Launch New Campaign During the Oscars
Champaign should definitely be a tradition… Spending that evening with such beautifully fabulous ladies, being so open and vulnerable, was just what my soul needed! xo
Your BlissDom party looks so awesome! Hope I could join you someday… You are really a cool mom indeed!
Queenie20´s last [type] ..Perfect Halfpipe
great post! so many familiar faces – looks like it was a blast!!!
vera´s last [type] ..Holy Smokes! We Are Going To LEGOLAND!
You’re gorgeous, Christine…and I have no idea how you manage to stay so fit after seven kids! Kudos.
What were your top takeaways from the sessions?
Also – did you sing on karaoke night?
Stephanie´s last [type] ..Children’s Book Giveaway: Pride & Prejudice BabyLit
You are so sweet, Stephanie! <3
I adore Me Ra Koh and was inspired the most by her photography sessions. She just has a special way of encouraging women to shoot from the heart. And, Tyler Merrick reminded me that when you find your purpose you can most effectively use your gifts and passion. I always come away from conferences, though, with deeper relationships and have to say THAT is the biggest take-away for me!
No, I didn’t have enough to drink to sing during Karaoke, but I DID dance on stage with the best of ‘em!
I agree that relationships are the very BEST part of conference-going. Hope we run into each other at one sometime in the coming year!
Stephanie´s last [type] ..grief
It was awesome seeing you again – we never seem to get a chance to talk at the DL events!
LOVE this!!! Thanks for the wonderful evening girl! I LOVED our time together, especially all the laughing we did. So refreshing for the soul!
I’m also gonna have to sneak a couple of your photos for my blog post!!!
xo,
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I can not believe we didn’t hug at Blissdom!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Steph
Adventures In Babywearing´s last [type] ..In my notes
I saw you a couple of times, Steph, but you looked so deep in conversations that I couldn’t bring myself to interrupt… I so wish I had!!
Oh Christine — what a fabulous time we had! I just LOVE that we got to be roomies.
See you this weekend
Janice (5 Minutes for Mom)´s last [type] ..Wordless Wednesday — Blissdom Moment with Christine Young and Me Ra Koh
How did we NOT get a photo together?
LOVED getting to hug you and see you and chat into the wee hours with you and rock on the dance floor with you!
<3
Rachel – A Southern Fairytale´s last [type] ..Blissfully Wordless
There is only one thing I ever regret about these conferences – I just don’t seem to get enough photos! I am so glad we got to hang out a bit, tho!! xo
thank you so much for including the picture of us in your recap. I loved getting to spend a little time with you, and wish we’d seen more of each other. Your smile is such a bright light, and I love that you’re so genuine. Thank you for making me feel important to you in the midst of those photography class tutorial moments we had with Janice in the lounge the night of the GNI
LOVE.
Frelle´s last [type] ..I Need Your Love
How could I not include that photo? You, my dear, are just lovely… Our little photo shoot was definitely a special time! xoxo
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