And, I began to learn one of many things I would come to learn… Bloggers tend to be kindred spirits. When you meet another blogger you realize that they just get you– a very important part of your life is something–a piece of them– that they embrace as well.
Despite my pre-Blissdom terror, I was looking forward to going to there. I was intrigued to walk among blogging giants and soak up every bit of knowledge I could.
What caught me off guard was that the overwhelming environment of love, acceptance and YOU are enough…
Led to very emotional, spiritual and professional discoveries throughout the week, in addition to the basic knowledge of ways to improve your blog, build your community and how to use your camera.
About Cris
I am the mama behind GOODEness Gracious and the owner of Cris Goode Solutions.
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Beth @ In Good Cents says
That was beautiful. It's how I felt my first year at Blissdom! It was wonderful to meet you.
Liz @ Two Maids a Milking says
Yay! Glad to hear you had a great time! I can't wait to catch up!
Cranberry Morning says
Cris, I am SO glad it turned out to be such a positive experience for you. Wonderful!
Katie says
Cris, your writing and photos made me feel like I was a part of Blissdom. I couldn't be but you definitely make me want to add next year. The puzzle piece was a beautiful graphic that connected with me. Thanks for sharing!
Katie
http://pinkepost.blogspot.com
BabyPop says
I Loved your post. it really puts in the words everything that I am feeling. Kindred spirits we all are. It takes a village to raise a Blogger. I am so glad you found your missing piece.
Dblandes says
This was very reassuring. I’m like last year’s you, right now… I know NO ONE and nave no idea how I’m going to fit in. Also, I have Aspergers, so social arenas are not my best friend. Thanks for the post.
Anonymous says
You have mail 🙂
Tracy Baron Beckerman says
Just caught your tweet about this. i’m going to Blissdom for the first time and even though I have survived two Bloghers, I’m still nervous because none of my usual blogger peeps from Blogher will be at Blissdom. Is it OK if I walk up to you and say hi? 🙂
Anonymous says
Absolutely! I would be disappointed if you didn’t!!
Anonymous says
Tracy – I’m a blog conference veteran but first timer at BlissDom. I’m a community leader so IT’S MY JOB to find people like you and say hi. And I’ll let you in on a little secret. I’m nervous too!
Anonymous says
Cris – Thanks for sharing this post!! I love your take on it and I especially love seeing some of my friends in your pictures above. You met some good ones and I’m excited to go (and meet you too!)
Cris Goode says
They are a great bunch! Can’t wait to meet you as well.
Anonymous says
A year later and this post still makes me cry.
I need to read this everyday as we get closer to BlissDom 12. Ha.
See you soon!
Cris says
Me too! Makes me so excited to come back this year… and bring a slew of my bloggy pals!
Chrysta Bairre says
Thank you for writing this and tweeting it in preparation for BlissDom 2012! I’m a BlissDom newbie and my biggest fear is not fitting in at the conference.
People often think I’m an extrovert but the truth is I’m introverted all the way! Meeting large groups of new people is challenging for me- not that I let it stop me from trying new things and attending awesome events like BlissDom!
I attended a blogging conference last year and while everyone was nice, I didn’t feel like I fit in. I did learn some new things at the conference, and for that I’m grateful, but I’m hoping BlissDom will be a different experience for me and I’ll learn lots AND make a few friends!
Here’s to clicks not cliques!
Chrysta
Anonymous says
Chrysta-
You have mail 🙂
✔Meghan Cooperツ says
This is great Cris! Can’t wait to see you again for my first Bliss!
Amy @ VineSleuthUncorked says
Hey, I saw some of my buddies in those pics…. Hope to find you and meet you this time. 🙂