Three Posts In One
Date: Sunday July 13, 2008Posted in: Blogging, Emily, Family, Graham, Nathan, me
On BlogHer, Part Two
I have mentioned the fact that I am going to a wee conference in San Francisco called BlogHer this coming week (Three sleeps!), and that I get to be the Official Staff Photographer (Sharing the duty (Heh. I said duty.) with Arianne (Who is also a co-editor of mine over at Blog Nosh)).
The whole extravaganza is consuming my every thought, especially as it is getting so close.
(Three sleeps!)
It is making it hard for me to post about anything, because I remember how I felt when I found out I could not attend last year (Click on the link if only to see how CHUBBY Graham was! And how young Nathan and Emily were!) I then sat here and pouted read about all of the fun! And Excitement! And the GOOD TIMES HAD BY ALL.
I would hate to make anyone feel bad by posting about all of my excitement, and nervousness, and the FREAKING OUT ABOUT WHAT TO WEAR.
However. While I was bitter disappointed about the fact that I was not attending, I felt no ill will against those who did attend. They wrote posts, and posted photos, and Twittered, and I was genuinely happy for them. Just sad that I could not be there too.
So. I am torn. I want to write about what I am feeling (Excited! Nervous! A LITTLE BIT SKEERED!), but don’t want to make anyone feel bad. I hate making anyone feel uncomfortable; it makes me want to stick a fork in my eyeball. I have been left feeling a little constipated, writing-wise. Somewhat like this.
I know that those of you who read my measly site are good folk. You encourage me when I am down, you cheer me when I have success, you get riled up when someone picks on me. I know that you understand me, and will support me when I say the following.
I AM REALLY, REALLY EXCITED. AND POSSIBLY SHARTING OVER MY EXCITEMENT.
I propped open my suitcase today as I was organizing my closet. I started to toss in items of clothing, and before I knew it my suitcase was BUSTING AT ITS SEAMS. What if I am in SF and need a particular item of clothing? What if my shoes are not cute enough? WHAT IS EVERYONE THINKS I SUCK?
I need to chill out a little. Or a lot.
And yet? Three more sleeps! Woo!
The Day After
We spent the afternoon at the beach. On the drive home we talked about random things and then Graham threw out this question:
“Mommy? Do you miss Auntie Christy?”
I could only nod, as the tears choked me and I could not speak.
Remember these guys?
I talked to my Mom on the phone this morning. She told me that she was sorry that Christy was leaving, and was happy that I had hot friends. She had a bone to pick, however. And I quote, “I WANT TO SEE MAH GRANDBABIES”.
I have not taken many photos of them the past few weeks (Bad Mommy!), so I remedied that this afternoon.
G Force.
Nate Dawg.
Miss Emily.
Three of the cutest kids on the planet, if I do say so myself.
There you go, Momma. It’s the least I could do for the woman who birthed me three weeks late, after two days of labour. I owe you.
Now I need to go and figure out what I really need to pack. Suggestions welcome.
30 Comments
I’m EXCITED TOO! I’m feeling a bit less nervous after hanging out with other bloggers this weekend.
I don’t think you should feel bad for being excited!
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Comment by Kristabella on July 13th, 2008 @ 6:47 pmI’m hitting the Superstore tomorrow for a cute yet affordable…something. Your shoes will be cute enough. Your clothes will be cute enough. You’ll forget all that when you arrive, I swear! So glad you’ll be there! I’m volunteering, too, but your job sounds much cooler than mine. heh
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Comment by Assertagirl on July 13th, 2008 @ 6:55 pmI’ll bet you’ll have a great time there. I am excited about flying back north a week from Tuesday to see my family for a week or two, who I haven’t seen since February and March.
Cute kids, and great images!
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Comment by Coast Rat on July 13th, 2008 @ 7:07 pmI am totally excited for you and all who are attending. And how awesome is it that you get to be the staff photographer….I am really jealous (but in a good way….don’t fret) And since I just got going with my blog I was really wanting to go to blogher in SF when I learned that all the cool kids are going…but I need to work on my blog first….maybe next year if I am not booked. Have fun and update lots!!!
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Comment by Heather on July 13th, 2008 @ 7:15 pmAs someone from SF, I’ll tell you what I tell everyone: LAYERS, LAYERS, LAYERS. It could be scorching during the day, then get frigid at night as the fog rolls in. You don’t want to get caught unprepared!
Have a wonderful time! I wish I could meet you!
Comment by Heather on July 13th, 2008 @ 7:18 pmExcited, nervous, a little scared… Ditto!
I’m also worried I’ll freeze to death! I looked at the temps in SF and that’s like winter here in Vegas! 
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Pack me! I want to go!
I am SO one of the people reading about all the excitement and wishing it was me. BUT don’t NOT blog about it all. I love to see it all through your eyes. So excited for you that you get to go! SO awesome!
I know you’ll take lots of pictures so SHOW US what you and all the other lovely ladies are up to there! Yay for all the BlogHers!
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Comment by kaili on July 13th, 2008 @ 7:34 pm1. I really want to go to BlogHer but cannot go. But? I love reading about how excited you are to go! It doesn’t make me feel wreched or uncomfortable in the least!
2. SO sorry about your loss of a friend!
3. Graham has HARDCORE slimmed down! And Nathan and Emily? SO grown up!
I say post about how much you’re looking forward to BlogHer. This is YOUR blog after all. YOUR journal of YOUR thoughts and feelings. We’re just along for the ride!
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Comment by Mrs. Wilson on July 13th, 2008 @ 7:51 pmI’m just packing a ton of sundresses and a boatload of attitude!
Can’t wait to meet you!
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Comment by Don Mills Diva on July 13th, 2008 @ 8:51 pmAs much as will fit in your suitcase, you never know what you may feel like wearing.
Cute pics of the kids - I think those are my favourite pics of Graham & Nathan, they are just so cute. And Miss Emily is too, but you take so many cute ones of her
I’m sure you’ll have an amazing time in SF, and NOBODY WILL THINK YOU SUCK. If they do, I will have to come over and beat them up.
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Comment by Hannah on July 13th, 2008 @ 9:25 pmHope you have oodles of fun at BlogHer - sounds like a fun event.
Miss Emily is looking more and more like you in every picture!
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Comment by Sharon on July 13th, 2008 @ 9:31 pmI hear you. I am scared to death because I now have a HUMUNGO cold sore on my face (NOT lip, FACE) and it is just going to make me feel all sorts of awkward.
That said…Soldier on and have a great time, right?
I am trying to pack light. I actually don’t think I”m going to change for 4 out of the 5 parties. Everyone says the amount of swag you have to bring back is tremendous.
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Comment by Loralee on July 13th, 2008 @ 9:58 pmI’m starting to wig out a bit. I really don’t think my suitcase is BIG enough.
I can’t wait to meet you!
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Comment by sizzle on July 13th, 2008 @ 10:18 pmI wasn’t even remotely interested in attending until Loralee mentioned swag! But summer is my busy time to work. And I’m already on the road all summer.
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Comment by witchypoo on July 14th, 2008 @ 3:31 amYou’ll have a great time. You know, if there is too much swag, etc., you could just ship it back since most airlines are charging out the butt for bags these days.
Have fun.
Comment by gorillabuns on July 14th, 2008 @ 5:21 ami’m overpacking. and then letting my roommates dress me. i’m way too incapable of picking by myself. 
I was so jealous last year and have been talking non-stop about this year’s conference for months. I’m annoying like that.
Cute pics, as freaking always.
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Comment by Missy on July 14th, 2008 @ 7:12 amI love hearing about it. Helps me prepare for my BlogHer trip in ‘09. Even if it’s in Peru, I am GOING.
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Comment by Amanda on July 14th, 2008 @ 10:21 amGood luck at BlogHer! You will have a blast, San Francisco is such a fabulous city!
Comment by Nicole on July 14th, 2008 @ 11:14 amI’m wearing my 10-year-old $3 shoes from Mervyns because they’re the most comfortable heels I own, and I MUST BE COMFORTABLE. If you’re worried at all about your shoes, just hang out with me the whole time and you’ll look fabulous!
Can’t wait to give you a huge hug!
Comment by Leah on July 14th, 2008 @ 12:40 pmHave FUNNNNNN! I’m excited for you
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I’m obsessing slightly about what to pack, too. Now that I know and finally accept that the weather is nothing like Texas weather. Dang. I even bought a light jacket yesterday because I don’t even own a light jacket.
The kids are adorable! Just about as adorable as my kids.
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Bring flats, flats and more flats…we ended up doing a lot of walking last year. Can’t wait to read all about your trip!!
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Three weeks late? Oh dear God, please tell me they had her due date wrong.
I can’t wait to hear about BlogHer so that I can tell my husband that I am absolutely going next year! Tell us all about it girl! : )
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Comment by Elaine on July 14th, 2008 @ 2:49 pmPlease don’t stop writing about it! Those of us who can’t go are counting on all of you to keep writing about the experience top to bottom so we can live vicariously!
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Comment by Kaza on July 14th, 2008 @ 4:41 pmI’m totally living vicariously through you and your adventure into BlogHer territory—so blog away!! And pack lots of cute shoes. And probably a few diapers b/c you’re totally gonna pee your pants when you meet everyone
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SO EXCITING! Can’t wait to hear all about it! I’m sure you’ll look great and take fabulous pictures! Your kids have sure grown up in a year, it doesn’t seem like that long ago that you wrote that post!
Graham is so sweet, obviously thinking about his friends. I’m sure “Auntie Christy” misses you too!
Comment by Michele on July 14th, 2008 @ 11:55 pmI’m not going, and I don’t feel bad — I’m excited for you!
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Comment by that girl on July 15th, 2008 @ 8:21 pm
Gee, you’re not excited about going to BlogHer or anything are you?
I am glad you get to go this year.
You will have a blast!
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Comment by bethany actually on July 13th, 2008 @ 6:41 pm