One of the reasons we come to Blissdom is to grab a little bit of the awesomeness that is part of all the amazing attendees. From the fearless leaders, Barbara Jones, Paula Bruno and Allison Worthington to the speaker you share a drink with at Fuse…. to the newest most favoritest friend you meet, which changes daily/hourly/minutely. (if you are new here, we make up words, just gowithit)
This is the SWAG that rocks!
But hmmm, interesting…this SWAG doesn’t fill you up like lime/salt popcorn from Orville, a frozen Blue Bunny yogurt bar (OK 2), those Arnold sandwich thins….fill up your suitcase like Invisalign tooth care kits, coffee mugs and pens…. and doesn’t make you blingtastic like jewelry by Lisa Leonard….oh and did I mention the fabulous clothes that were sponsored by Lane Bryant for me to wear…?
No i did not there i did…
Truth is, it is what we gain from others, from the people with whom we interact that truly makes Blissdom unique, engaging and worthwhile.
*Nodding my head like “YEAH”
My suitcase is full cool stuff (and my kids thank you sponsors)
But….
My mind is filled with the desire to analyze my brand, read the words and messages from the rockstar bloggers I met, re-energize myself and my blog from the excitement I see in those who had their first Blissdom experience and create centerpieces out of canned Hunts tomatoes.
And…
It’s my heart that is full of the love and wisdom and knowledge that you – YOU – are not just another face, but a person with whom I have connected. Maybe we had met before, maybe we met today, maybe we just saw each other and *meant to get over and say hi* but we will have this experience in common.
It was referred to as the Blissdom Tribe. And it was filled with the Stuff We All Get….
*Moving my hips like “YEAH”
Inevitably you walked away with Learning SWAG that will keep you and your blog on track, move you in a different direction if you need to or keep you centered on your current track…People SWAG that make you smile, laugh, and SQUEEE.
Brain SWAG…Memory SWAG…Tech SWAG…BLISS SWAG….
Be Authentic SWAG…were you listening??? if you got nothing else from Blissdom, the message each time was be true to yourself and your voice…
*boy does that take the pressure off sheesh*
We All Get it at Blissdom…
So you’ll mark your calendar for next year. And bring all the SWAG you can…
I’ll see you there…
<3
I'm filled with hugs and love from time spent with friends. So good to see you!
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Linda,
I couldn’t agree more! Although I love all of the freebies and swag I collected, the true gift of Blissdom was not tangible items. It was the friendships and connections I made and the learning that took place. Loved it!
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1) You are a perfect roomie
2) My head is equally as full
3) My heart is overflowing – this community is amazing
Nodding my head like yeah……
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I love the tone of this post, and couldnt agree more!!!
The best was the intangible, the stuff you felt down deep in your soul. And there was so much of it! My cup overflows 
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You got lime/salt popcorn? YUMMM!
Great to meet you
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Sounds like you had an absolutely FABULOUS time.
The friendships we nurture all year were strengthened, and the new people we met will be those we look forward to seeing again! I was sooo impressed, encouraged, and energized by the sessions and networking. I felt really sad to leave, but totally pumped to continue!
YEAH!
It was awesome to have lunch with you on Saturday!!
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It sure seems like everybody had such a great time…thanks for sharing.
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I am definitely marking my calendar for next year’s Blissdom. It sounds like a wonderful conference. Glad you had a great time!
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