BlogHer in NYC was overwhelming and amazing at the same time. What I loved most about the conference were the impromptu encounters I had when I met bloggers for the first time either in the lobby, at a table or randomly walking – these short conversations were simply pure awesomeness. And finally getting the opportunity to say “Hi, I’m Heather” to readers and bloggers that I have known for so long was surreal.
I have to be honest though, because of a conference this size it’s very hard to meet up with everyone you want to meet up with. And trying to read someone’s name tag from afar was tough and then up close it was so awkward because you started to appear as if you were staring at their boobs or their crotch trying to read their name – so I started to give up. And even though I had cell phone numbers of peeps I planned to meet, it still was a challenge to “find” each other – within a sea of 2,400 peeps, trust me, this was not easy.
But I was really great about taking pictures…for like the first two hours. Then I got caught up in the actual conference and meeting peeps that I forgot to take pictures. Isn’t that always the way? Now I am kicking myself because I so wish I had visual memories from some of the amazing parties and events I attended like Getting Gorgeous, Sweets in the City or The Mouthy Housewives.
Anyway, check out the cute video I created with the minimal amount of pictures I did manage to capture. I am happy to be home with my family and returning to this awesome space. This conference certainly reminded me of one thing – it’s how much I love this blog and how much I adore you for reading.
And please leave a comment telling me whether you would be interested in reading a “what I learned” post about a conference of this magnitude. I don’t want to write another BlogHer post if you are all tired of reading about it – but if there is sincere interest that would benefit most, I will publish my experience so please give me some feedback! And if you want to hear audio, click the media file below first for the full effect:
I loved this! I so want to go to BlogHer next year in San Diego! Hopefully I can! I am going to SF Bloggy Boot Camp in less than 2 weeks and I can’t wait!
Oh,yes, a post on what it was really like, plese.
I’d like to go, but I’m afraid of shelling out all that money and coming home in tears bc I was ignored, lonely, a wallflower.
What was it really like? Is it worth all the dough and child care arrangments?
That’s SO hard to answer Alexandra because there are so many factors that are different for each blogger – location and money are two main concerns. For example, NYC is my backyard so the travel expense for me was VERY minimal and I also landed a sponsor (momAgenda) so I was able to go – time, travel and expense I think are the overall major decision makers. If BlogHer was in Cali this year, not sure I would have been able to swing it – I think location is everything…
I would LOVE to have a post about all you learned. I enjoyed the video too.
I have been reading blogher posts all week, and i think its wonderful :D.. i would LOVE to meet you guys in person.. you guys are like my idols 😀
Oh, I’d love to read about your thoughts!
How did I miss you at BlogHer???
…counting down the days to the San Diego Blogher event! Its only a couple hours drive from here – It looks like you all had an amazing time!!
great video thanks for sharing
I would also love to hear all about your experiences. Being in Canada, I am not sure I will ever have a chance to attend a major Blogger’s conference but would love to one day! Maybe next year I can try to secure a sponsor. I am trying to for Blissdom Canada, but so far no luck. Would love to hear your thoughts….Loved the video BTW!