Yup, it's only March. BlogHer is 5 months away. But seriously, guys? Time goes by so quicky that in the blink of an eye, it will be the last week of July and we'll all be completely freaking out because we haven't even figured out how many pairs of shoes to bring with us - or how much room to leave in our suitcase for all the shopping we'll do on Fifth Avenue. Wait - we will have time to shop, right? Eek!
Top 5 reasons I'm stressed out about BlogHer, in no particular order, although hair does come first:
1. My hair. I will be thinking about my hair for the next 5 months. Because I don't know if I should keep it totally straight. Or with a bit of a wave.
Like this?
Or this?
I know this shouldn't be an issue at all, but, well, it is, okay? Hair can be very stressful! It's a big deal! And it can't be both. It has to be one way or the other. (I can totally hear Maria snickering right now...)
2. I want to meet so, so many fabulous bloggers. I won't even bother naming all the people I want to meet, just know it's you and you and you. And you, too! And of course, you. In the 3 days that I'll be in NYC - will I get the chance to meet everyone I am dying to meet - to talk to, learn with, and party with all the fabulous writers I've come to know over these last few years online? I hope so. Look for me!
3. Drunken tweets. Enough said.
4. Will I be able to keep up with her while shoe shopping at Saks?
5. What if I'm let down in any way? For instance, what if someone I admire in the blogosphere isn't all that nice in person? That would really suck. I hope everyone is NICE and FRIENDLY to eachother. No Hills-type drama, okay? We're all bloggers. I don't care if you review cars or socks, or how many comments you get per post. All that counts is you're a good writer, an honest writer, and we're all there for the same thing! So people - put on a happy face and no snobbery! Because if you're mean, I will blog about it.
That's it. For now. I'm sure other stresses will come up sooner or later, like my fear of leaving my children for three days, and what to pack - oh, that's a whole other story, and I'm sure a blog post on that topic will be forthcoming!
What about you - past BlogHer attendees - what stressed you out? Did anything upset you while you were at BlogHer? Newbies - what are you stressed about?
Top 5 reasons I'm stressed out about BlogHer, in no particular order, although hair does come first:
1. My hair. I will be thinking about my hair for the next 5 months. Because I don't know if I should keep it totally straight. Or with a bit of a wave.
Like this?
Or this?
I know this shouldn't be an issue at all, but, well, it is, okay? Hair can be very stressful! It's a big deal! And it can't be both. It has to be one way or the other. (I can totally hear Maria snickering right now...)
2. I want to meet so, so many fabulous bloggers. I won't even bother naming all the people I want to meet, just know it's you and you and you. And you, too! And of course, you. In the 3 days that I'll be in NYC - will I get the chance to meet everyone I am dying to meet - to talk to, learn with, and party with all the fabulous writers I've come to know over these last few years online? I hope so. Look for me!
3. Drunken tweets. Enough said.
4. Will I be able to keep up with her while shoe shopping at Saks?
5. What if I'm let down in any way? For instance, what if someone I admire in the blogosphere isn't all that nice in person? That would really suck. I hope everyone is NICE and FRIENDLY to eachother. No Hills-type drama, okay? We're all bloggers. I don't care if you review cars or socks, or how many comments you get per post. All that counts is you're a good writer, an honest writer, and we're all there for the same thing! So people - put on a happy face and no snobbery! Because if you're mean, I will blog about it.
That's it. For now. I'm sure other stresses will come up sooner or later, like my fear of leaving my children for three days, and what to pack - oh, that's a whole other story, and I'm sure a blog post on that topic will be forthcoming!
What about you - past BlogHer attendees - what stressed you out? Did anything upset you while you were at BlogHer? Newbies - what are you stressed about?
Comments
I think it will be great. And I'm sure your hair will look just lovely, no matter what you decide ;-)
You'll have a great time! Can't wait to meet you!
Of course there's the hair issue... the what to wear issue ... and the stresses of leaving my kids 2500 miles away issue.
But I'm excited. Very, very excited.
And scared. Don't forget scared.
xoxo
:-D
I should probably think about my wardrobe too!
p.s. I vote wavy hair - so pretty!
p.p.s. i will get drunk and tweet with you anytime!
Plus I'm not a fashionista, and would probably feel sort of out of place.
PS...I love your hair wavy. :)
I do hope to meet you though!
2) yeah..good luck ;)
3) but those are so fun to read
4) you have doubts of your shopping abilities? I honestly didint see this coming!
5) yeah that would suck
MY2C
Evan
I'm not going to BlogHer but will live vicariously through all of my bloggy/twitter friends - you are going to have a BLAST!
And as you know, I just managed to spend a whole 6 days away from my little angel and I lived to tell about it (AND have an AMAZING time!). You know how much I struggled. Of course I missed her tons, and literally sprinted through the airport the second we got off the plane (sorry to anyone I knocked over but I was on a mission!), and promptly burst into tears as I squeezed her in my arms and smothered her with kisses . . . BUT, I firmly believe mommies need a break sometimes in order to be the best mommies we can be. You are going to have a FABULOUS time. Live it up girlfriend!
This will be my first BlogHer, so I'm stressed about finding new buddies.
And getting embarrassingly drunk at one of the cocktail parties!
I wish I was going, I live in Canada and as a blogger never get to any of these events. Maybe one day, but I'm sure I can belong somewhere thanks to Twitter and you guys posting on it.
Have a blast!
This will be my first year - and I'm not sure what worries me... Maybe just the things that occur outside of conference hours. I have no fear of meeting people and having a great time at a BlogHer party - but what about going out to dinner, etc. I have certain other bloggers whom I'd want to spend time with - BUT am I on their short list too? The fact that this has occurred to me makes me realize that I'm going to have to take the same attitude I had in high school: just have fun wherever I land. If I don't end up with some - I'll surely be having the time of my life with others.
Listen - I don't get out much - so I really need to make the most of this!
Is there really going to be time for shopping?? If so - I'm headed to SOHO. But I'm not going to prioritize that since I live so close to NY and it's not that hard for me to plan a weekend trip up there.
Second, you MAY find that not everyone is who you hoped or thought they'd be (it happened to me w/ one particular blogger last year). BUT you will also meet some FABULOUS bloggers that you didn't even know existed. And that part is so cool!
Give Pauline a hug from me. SHE actually recognized me last year and she is so wonderful! Have fun shopping (if you find the time!) :)
But, mainly, I am SO JEALOUS that you are going to BlogHer. I TOTALLY WANT TO GO but I don't have anyone in my area that's going so noone to room with. I am a bit of a nervous annie & so I'd liek to know who I am rooming with, who I'll eat with, etc. in case I start to feel anxious out of my comfort zone...!!!
btw, when we meet, please don't look me in the eye. Or address me directly. Thanks in advance!
There's something SO awesome about recognizing your friends IN REAL LIFE and you just pick up from where you left off, online.
SOOOOOO FUN!!!
Alas, I won't be going to BlogHer this year, but really, I'd be most worried that I won't be able to meet the bloggers I've always wanted to meet. There will be SO many people there!
By the way, something tells me that you could shave off all your hair and still look beautiful.
Secondly, you are going to have such a blast, I promise!
Plus, I can't start worrying about clothes yet... I have 15 lbs to lose.
I can't start worrying about shoes yet... I am still wearing winter boots.
I can't start worrying about my hair... I am still rocking the low-lights and I can't get highlights until summer.
I can't start worrying about leaving my kids... I have NEVER left them for more than 24 hours.
I can't start worrying about BlogHer yet because I JUST CAN'T WAIT!!! (I am a newbie.)
You're going to have so much fun!!! Someday I'll make it to BlogHer...someday... But with my baby due in late July, there's just no way I can swing it this year. Maybe next? I hope. So I have to live vicariously through you!
it's going to be awesome and overwhelming!! i'm probably going to come with straight hair and then it'll end up curly. i'll have my super awesome straightening iron if you need it!!
I like the wavy pic, but you look totally hot either way.
As for the rest, um yeah. Last year I stressed a lot and it actually wasn't quite what I hoped. So this year I'm taking a laid back and enjoy it as it comes approach. Hope it works better!
I hope none of the personalities let you down.
Just don't drink and tweet!
And, have a great time.
I'm SO EXCITED about BlogHer. I'm not nervous, but I'm afraid I'll be overwhelmed.
Can't wait to meet you!
the first one I would pour my heart out too....