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Jul
21

Even My Eyelashes Are Tired

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I made it home in one piece, back from the whirlwind weekend at Blogher, exhausted, achy and missing my boys something mad.  I can’t find adequate words to convey my exhaustion, but I also can’t find words to convey my utter joy at how great this trip was.  My partner in crime was good about blogging and telling you all the fabulous details of things we did, so be sure to read her post for all the dish.  I will have tons and tons of pics up on Flickr just as soon as I remember how to move my legs.

I met so many amazing and beautiful and smart people, I can’t say enough to do them all justice.  The Kirtsy chicks are my kind of peeps, Rocks In My Dryer is every bit as charming as you think, I want to put Savvy Auntie in my pocket she’s so tiny and gorgeous, and it was fun to see Dooce wearing purple tights (or panty hose, if you want to get technical).

Smart women make me feel alive.  I love their energy, excitement and commitment to being kind.  The sessions were interesting and the networking was off the charts fabulous.  I will be going through my mountain of biz cards I collected and slowly but surely emailing them all to tell them of their fabulousness.

I’m excited to start the next chapter of this summer, the year, and my life.  What lies around the next corner?  I can’t wait to find out.

Posted by Arianne under Myself and I, blogher
  1. Beth - total mom haircut Said,

    Glad you are back in one piece and that it was such a great trip. I’m sure the fam is thrilled ot have you back. Sleep well:)

  2. Adventures In Babywearing Said,

    I so hear you. I can not WAIT to see all your pics. I know you have some goodies. What a time. So worth it.

    Steph

  3. Guinevere Meadow Said,

    I’m glad you had a great time! Now get yourself a good night’s sleep!

  4. Lotta Said,

    How did I miss you at the conference? Oooh yea that’s right - I blew off the Chicago meetup to get a 10 minute massage. Damn.

    But I’m in “chicagoland” too. So if you ever want to go to the Brookfield zoo give me an email! tsvobo1526 (at) comcast.net

  5. casual friday everyday Said,

    I bet the networking was the aboslute best part of the event! I can’t wait to attend next year.

  6. Susan (5 Minutes for Mom) Said,

    Ditto here… I’m soooooo tired but so thrilled by how fantastic the trip was. I’m about to go drop into bed now and try to start the sleep-catch-up game.

  7. Not Just Any Jen Said,

    Sounds like the best time ever!!! Glad you had such a great time meeting so many people! Bet is feels good to be home with your family now too. That is one of the best parts of being away!
    Jen

  8. Jane - Mom Generations Said,

    I so wish we could have met this year… definitely some other time because I just KNOW we’ll be fast IRL friends. :-)
    Hehe, you described Savvy Auntie so perfectly! She’s a dynamo!

    Jane

  9. designHER Momma Said,

    what fun to finally meet in person, people you feel know you so well already! What a party of amazing women…

  10. Veggie Mom Said,

    I know how you feel! But when you’re out and about, especially in a town like San Fran, you’ve gotta see everything, right? BTW, Aunt Julie needs help planning the rehearsal dinner for her son’s wedding, and needs your help. Plus, she’s giving away a complete set of Pop’rs in the bargain, starting today-the best way to encourage your family to Eat Their Veggies! Please drop in sometime and check it out!

  11. lace Said,

    Welcome back. It sounds like you had a wonderful time.

  12. Jamie Said,

    So I just tried subscribing to your feed and it’s only showing old entries from October. Maybe it needs to be updated or it just hates me!

    Yay for Wiis and yay for BlogHer! Too bad we didn’t meet while we were they because now that would have been awesome. Maybe there will be an epic Chicago blogger meet up and our paths will cross?

  13. Sharon - MomGenerations Said,

    Sounds like your exhaustion is worth every yawn! I can’t wait to hear all the great details… and see all the fabulousness in your photos! Maybe next year!

  14. T@SendChocolate Said,

    Arianne,
    I loved meeting you! Wish we had more time to chat. And the streaks in your hair, they just suit you. The bus ride to Guy’s felt like a flashback to high school, but with all the good parts and none of the bad.

    Women were very accepting this weekend, and it was a wonderful conference.

    In for ‘09?

    T.

  15. Garza Girl Said,

    Argh! Makes me wish even more that I’d been there! Can’t wait to hear all about it!

  16. Lisa Said,

    Glad you made it back in one piece, and so glad you had a great time!

  17. Caryn B Said,

    It was lovely meeting you! Time was so short. I wish I could have spent more time talking to you. I saw your photos and they are lovely! You are so talented…
    Caryn

  18. sizzle Said,

    I’m glad I got to meet you and at least snap a few pictures but I wished we’d had more time.

    Rock on sister with awesome hair color! ;-)

  19. jessica Said,

    I know what you mean about it be tiring and exciting all at the same time. I’m glad I got a chance to meet you at BlogHer.

  20. owlhaven Said,

    Glad to have met you in person!

    Mary, mom to 10

  21. always home and uncool Said,

    Smart women make me feel alive, too. That’s why I married one.

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