I know you aren't expecting it, but this is an upbeat post. Unusual, but try to stick with me.
When I started this blog, more than 8 (!!) years ago, I had no idea where it would bring me, or for that matter, WHO it would bring into my life.
I've done some crazy, crazy things - things that I never expected. Flown across the country to meet virtual strangers. Stood up in front of crowds, so nervous that I hoped no one could hear my heart rattling, to tell my story. I've gone on trips to different states thanks to the goodness of companies who want my opinion. I've appeared on tv shows and radio shows and seen my words appear in lots and lots of places.
But the best part, for me, has been the friends I've made. And yesterday one of them, a woman I've known since I had my very first blog hosted on Blogger - a kind, generous woman who has always been an uplifting supporter - which makes her sound kinda like a bra - really went above and beyond. I now have the vast majority of my travel expense to Blogher covered because....
I GET TO ROOM WITH KALISA!!!!
And yesterday, I spent an hour on the phone with another wonderful friend, Headless Mom, who, although she's headless, always makes time for me and my drama. She listens like nobody's business and always makes me feel like I'm an important person.
With friends like these two, a girl couldn't be happier.
And thanks to those of you who contributed to my Chip In to Blogher, I can eat while I'm there. AND I found a dress to order, thanks to your wonderous recommendations.
So, so happy right now.
Subject to change. Probably 12 more times before bed tonight.
:)
Posted by: amie | July 25, 2010 at 03:05 PM
Yay!
Posted by: Nicki | July 25, 2010 at 03:17 PM
Yeah Carmen! I'm so happy for you!
Posted by: amy | July 25, 2010 at 03:30 PM
Go Carmen!! Congratulations.
Posted by: addy | July 25, 2010 at 04:27 PM
PTL! The Lord works in mysterious ways my friend. I'm so glad it has worked out for you to go to BlogHer.
Posted by: Elizabeth | July 25, 2010 at 04:43 PM
I probably should have warned you about my complete lack of modesty. Not that I'll be walking around naked or anything. But maybe half-naked. The other day E walked in on me when I was trying to dig out an ingrown hair frome my bikini line. He was mortfied. I was all "oh hai." I'm not really the kind to jump & hide when someone walks in on me in the bathroom naked. I maybe should've sent you this in a private message?
Posted by: kalisa | July 25, 2010 at 05:49 PM
Well at least she warned you. LOL!
Posted by: amie | July 25, 2010 at 08:07 PM
As a good friend of mine recently said, "That's how it works...believe." It's amazing what can happen when we let go and trust.
Posted by: A Simple Twist of Faith | July 25, 2010 at 08:28 PM
Wouldn't have it any other way! And you are important....to 7 people in your house and to me!
Posted by: Headless Mom | July 25, 2010 at 08:39 PM
Looking forward to seeing you again!
Posted by: Elizabeth @ Table for Five | July 25, 2010 at 08:47 PM
yay for you! btw, curious minds are wondering ... which dress did you choose?
Posted by: Joelle | July 25, 2010 at 09:12 PM
So glad everything is working out!
Posted by: Karen | July 25, 2010 at 11:00 PM
Congratulations! Most deserved!
Posted by: Brandy | July 26, 2010 at 10:09 AM
YAY I'm so glad you are going to be there. Kendra SWEARS she will make sure we meet this year.
Posted by: Issa | July 26, 2010 at 03:14 PM
Congratulations! Do we get to see the dress you're ordering?
Posted by: Brenda | July 26, 2010 at 08:09 PM
YAY I'm so glad you are going to be there. Kendra SWEARS she will make sure we meet this year.
Posted by: hollister< | July 27, 2010 at 01:58 AM
I think you need a bit more of a story with this as this isn't really a news story in its current form. Perhaps you could write about why you like Michael so much?
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