I talked about the comfortable shoes I would be wearing at Blogher09, not the fancy heels you gorgeous girls were wearing. What I didn’t know was that the best shoes I would have at Blogher, I would GET THERE!
Look, aren’t they cool?
How much do we love our Crocs?
*writing this post with one foot tied behind my back just to show you how great these shoes are*
I think Crocs are so great that I know……and I’m just guessing here…
- John Hancock was wearing Crocs when he signed the Declaration of Independence!
- Spiderman can only climb buildings wearing Crocs!
- Crocs let the dog know when to bark for intruders!
- The original Crocs really started the whole controversy between Adam and Eve, pretty sure!
- If you wear your Crocs backwards, NOT YOUR PJ’S, you are assured a snow day from school!
- Al Gore was wearing Crocs when he invented the internet!
- Crocs are being added to the food pyramid because they are part of a healthy diet, FOR YOUR FEET, WE DON’T PROMOTE EATING CROCS, um no…
- Obama was going to give the Queen of England Crocs instead of an iPod, but he heard she already had TOO MANY PAIR!
- Crocs walk old ladies across the street.
- Crocs really are the Walrus.
So if you haven’t bought any of the super cute Crocs, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? They are on sale now everywhere, just look, and buy…your feet will love you!
Nope.
Because it was all about the people I met and loved. It was about my roomie for life @twincident who’s new site www.twofermom.com rocks.
It was about meeting @cassieaiden,@jennyonthespot, @nikki_s, for the first time and seeing @alliworthington, @typeamom, and @resourcefulmom again.
It was about seeing @jessicaknows, knowing she is moving across the country and doesn’t have as much time to gtalk any more, so I wanted to squishy squeeze as much time with her as possible.
And it was about meeting my Suave girls after all these months and getting some sweet Hanes undies.
Oh, and living to tell the story of the segway trip in Chicago.
ps. Sorry I cannot mention you all. If I try, I will forget someone and feel bad. But you know who you are…I’m thinking of you now. Are your ears ringing ?
Drama Shrama, I can’t wait until the next conference to see people I met for the first time and say “hey, glad to see you again”…and to meet new ones I didn’t get to meet.
If we don’t have the people in our lives, we have nothing, and while I only talk to you on the interwebz, you are a huge part of my life, and I’m glad I got to share a little IRL time with you.
That’s it. All the flash drives in the world couldn’t make that any sweeter.
I know you want to look like a star for Blogher09 and all your summer events. I’ve got the 411 from Celebrity Stylist George Kotsiopoulos. (stylist to celebrity moms Courtney Cox Arquette and Heidi Klum) Here’s your guide to great summer looks. And Suave makes it so affordable! So don’t break the bank to look beachy and fresh. Here’s some tips to have you looking fabulous!
Suave Brings Professional-Quality Beauty & Summer Fashion Tips to Mom & Family
Forecast: Humid with a Chance of Frizz
Who says mom can’t have salon-inspired hair despite humid, sticky conditions? She can stash salon-quality Suave Professionals Sleek Anti-Frizz Cream in her beach tote to keep hair smooth, soft and frizz–free.
Tip from George:
To flaunt this summer’s ethnic-inspired fashions, mom can steer clear of pricey department stores and instead do some strolling in the ethnic pockets of her city (think Chinatown and Indiatown). Mom will be sure to turn heads in amazing imports (that she found at great prices!) such as saris, embellished ballet flats and bangles.
Forecast: Likely Chance of (Fragrant!) Showers
Although mom would love to experience Washington DC’s Cherry Blossom season, the reality is that the summer is a better time for her and the family to get away. Luckily, mom can get her daily dose of cherry blossom fragrance (no matter the season!) thanks to new Suave Naturals Wild Cherry Blossom Shampoo and Conditioner and Suave Naturals Wild Cherry Blossom Indulgent Body Wash. This guilt-free trio nourishes hair and skin with Vitamin E and leaves an alluring, fresh scent.
Tip from George:
Swimsuit, sandals and sunglasses are the essentials mom needs for a hot day at the beach. She can look for swimsuit separates (rather than sets) to ensure the best fit tailored to her body. For sandals, mom can turn to affordable, rubber flip-flops for her and the family or do some online, comparison shopping to find designer sandal steals. To finish the look, every mom needs a pair of high-style yet low-priced sunglasses in a fun color or classic shape (think Ray-Ban® aviators and “cat eyes”) to add a touch of glam.
Forecast: Rising Temperatures with Breakage on the Horizon
Putting her hair in a ponytail is the quickest way for mom to cool down as temperatures rise, though this easy ‘do can be a strain on strands and increase breakage. Mom can restore distressed hair with new Suave Professionals Damage Care Shampoo and Conditioner, fortified with proteins and ceramides to leave hair healthy, strong and shiny.
Tip from George:
This summer, mom can pass on purchasing a designer tote and instead revive and update her beach bag from last season! Mom can have last year’s sand and surf stains removed from her tote by dropping it off at a local shoe repair shop for a good cleaning. She can then source vintage consignment shops for a one-of-a-kind scarf to tie on her tote’s handle for an instant update.
Forecast: Sunny Outlook with Gentle Conditions
After a day of sun, surf and sand, elements that can be harsh on little ones, mom can give her kids’ hair the gentle treatment it needs. New tear-free Suave Kids Free and Gentle 2 in 1 Shampoo is specially formulated to be gentle on hair, contains no dyes and cleanses and conditions in one simple step.
Tip from George:
When it comes to clothes, keeping up with little ones’ growth spurts can be an expensive endeavor! Instead of purchasing a whole new summer wardrobe, mom can give kids’ clothes a chop to extend their use. Children especially outgrow the length of pants quickly, but a pair of shears (or a trip to the tailor for a more finished look) is a great way to keep khakis and jeans around just a bit longer.
Forecast: Sticky with 99 Percent Chance of Perspiration
Transporting kids and overflowing beach totes from the parking lot to the sand is enough to make mom and dad break a sweat! Luckily, Suave Clinical Protection PROsolid gives mom 24 hour prescription strength wetness protection. Dad can experience the same 24 hour odor and wetness protection with new Suave Men Anti-perspirant/Deodorant in Sport.
Tip from George:
Although mom might be tempted to stay cool during the summer in a pair of shorts and tee shirt, she can dress it up a notch by opting for easy, breezy dresses that will keep her looking polished and prevent overheating. Choosing shapeless, short shifts is a great way to show off gams and empire styles are a trendy option perfect for hiding the sins of winter (hey, after all the work she put in, mom deserved those holiday treats!).
Forecast: Triple Action Showers Moving In
Mom can help dad streamline his grooming routine by stocking the shower with new Suave Men 3-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner + Bodywash. Enriched with Keratin Amino Acids and Glycerin, this formula gently cleans and conditions hair and cleanses skin in one simple step. Now Dad has more time to help mom fire up the grill for dinner!
Tip from George:
Mom can help her hubby lighten up this summer by trading in his heavy denim jeans for a pair of summer trousers in lightweight cotton. Mom can also swap out his heavy leather belt for a super affordable colorful canvas one that can be purchased at a local army/navy surplus store.
Torn between Suave and Degree for Blogher…what to do? OK, I figured it out, see the vid.
More gadgets that are great for conference goers. I know, you need to pack light. That’s why the Kindle is perfect. Leave your books, magazines, papers behind.
The Kindle2, Amazon.com’s digital reading device is now being offered at $299. If you were thinking about upgrading your Kindle1 or just making the plunge and buying one for the first time, here is the chance!
Download your newpapers, magazines, and must read books in this digital format, perfect for travel, whether for business or fun. Everything from the Wall Street Journal to the latest Grisham novel, this Kindle2 holds up to 1500 books.
Looking for the perfect cover for your Kindle? Check out the covers by M-Edge.
They are genuine leather and are available in a number of stylish colors, including pink, purple and green as well as in the more understated staple colors (brown). Great quality at a great price. (check out Amazon.com) They offer a number of different kinds of jackets - the most popular being the Executive Jacket – but also offer a splash-and-sand-resistant leisure jacket. The eLuminator booklight integrates with our jackets and allows readers to read in low-light spaces. In the May Issue of O, The Oprah Magazine, M-edge was heralded as the preferred vendor for Kindle cases. You can visit our Web site at buymedge.com.
You deserve to be in the picture too!
We just got back from vacation. There is someone missing in the memories…NO PICTURES OF ME! Should have taken the XShot!
The XShot camera extender includes you in the pictures that you take! No more awkward photos from doing the single-arm stretch. With the XShot you can capture a full background instead of just faces. Because the XShot extends over 3 feet, you can have up to 10 people in the picture! The XShot closes to 9 inches for easy transport. Durable metal and only weighs 5 ounces!
The XShot is also great for making films and video diaries. Since the camera is pointing at you, you are always in the frame. It’s like having your own personal camera man.
It’s great for travelers, families and anyone that loves to take pictures and not be left out of the pictures anymore. Extend, Aim, and Smile.
Such a simple and brilliant idea!
•You may not always want to trust a stranger with your brand new camera
•There isn’t anyone around to take a picture of you on top of the mountain…
•There is no time or space to set up a tripod
•You want to take easy pictures and videos on the go, to post on your blog or social network.
Why choose the XShot?
•The XShot is very high quality product with a unique durable metal shaft and high quality components including a very easy to use camera adapter.
•Aiming from 3 feet away is like having someone else take the picture and allows you to fit several people and a nice background.
•The camera extender with the best features: solid, extremely light, very compact when closed and telescopic up to 3 feet, with universal camera attachment and with a new support for heavier cameras and camcorders (maximum 570g).
•XShot allows you to reach high spots in crowds and concerts, take photos from fun angles and in places difficult to reach, and even make 3D videos…
•Makes it easy and fun to take pictures and videos for blogging and sharing on social networks
•So small it fits in any purse, bag, or back pocket.
•Lots of fun, very easy to use, no more close-up mug shots!
Works with my heavier camera and our camcorder. Size is perfect too, portable, easy carry. Take your own photos with ease. Sound like the right gadget for you?
winner!! Stefani
Stefani
mommyenterprises.com/moms-blog.htm
stefani@mommyenteprises.com
Submitted on 2009/07/13 at 1:48pm
You know I love UPrinting’s blogger sponsorship program. UPrinting offers all kinds of affordable printing including sticker printing. I’m offering 250 stickers from their custom sticker printing services for a giveaway. I KNOW how cool.
You can check out my design…
Now leave me a comment telling me how you would use your 250 free custom stickers.
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Contest ends quickly!!! July 15, 2009 at 8pm and is open to US/CAN residents 18+.
We are on the road. And *their music* is playing on the radio/ipod. Which is fine because I have my computer and a USB modem, but *OH NO IT’S NOT CHARGED*.
Never fear. I got the coolest gadget called the mCube90 DC by Innergie to review, which is a mobile charger, very affordable ($49.99), perfect for charging all your electronic devices. It’s charging this laptop AS I TYPE AND THEY DRIVE…
Available as a standalone device, the mCube90DC consists of the detachable bottom portion of Innergie’s mCube90. Measuring only 2.76”x 1.42”x .71” and weighing a scant 1.87 ounces, the mCube90DC, like its compact sibling, can simultaneously charge up to 17-inch laptops and additional USB devices with a combined consumption of up to 70 watts up to a maximum of 90 watts continuous power (DC input). A separate DC input cable for charging on airplanes is included. The mCube90DC’s pint size is matched by an energy-efficient design that ensures a carbon footprint no larger than a fingerprint.
Basically it’s all the charger you need. Great for your phones, laptops, gaming devices, iPods. I really love how easy this was to transport, put together, and how many uses it has. For the family on the go, or for the person who loves her gadgets this is a must have. No problem storing in the console of the car or in your laptop bag.
Grab on at amazon before you travel this summer or before the drive to BlogHer or Type A Mom conference. You don’t want to loose tweetability on the road now do you? GAH!!
OK I saw that my friends Amy and Kelby were hosting this awesome party with some guy named HP, and I though..hmmm
Did Chris Mann change his name? to HP theartistformerlyknownaschrismann? because I was pretty sure that would get Amy involved.
Then I thought maybe Kelby was maybe referring to HP, home plate, because she was sportin’ this super cool Type A Mom baseball hat on Whrrl.
Then it hit me, when I looked at my lappy…HP IS HEWLETT PACKARD! I had one all the time!
So stop by the PARTAY
This is the mother of all sitewarming parties!
9:00 p.m. Friday, July 24th, 2009
Be there or be square, and yes I’m totally square for saying that!
In a city far, far away
there lived a girl with two feet
that couldn’t stand the pain of
standing
all day long
and she fought the evil
shoe monster trying to find
the perfect pair that
would keep
her comfortable all day long
at BlogHer…
I’m working on mah comfortable shoes, and wouldn’t you know, I picked the hard part to begin with.
Seriously, getting rid of wrinkles and grey hairs would have been easier than finding shoes I can wear all day, or maybe day and night. After a long day my feet scream loud enough to be heard in the next county.
For realz
My daughter surprised me with a pair of Chacos that SHE I paid for with HER MY money and I’m wearing them around the house to get used to them…*so far, great* but they aren’t exactly the Social Starlet Partay material. And Suave wants me to look the part…my shoes must look as good as mah hair! You know? I KNOW!
My FitFlops came in a size too big, so must return and get the next size down, *word to the wise…* but WOW they feel amazing on the feet!
I have a great pair of Clarks, and they are uber comfortable too.
Of course no wardrobe would be complete without the Crocs du jour and they work perfectly for evening too…I could just grab few more pair and be the Croc gal for the weekend.
*oh, my can her shoes BE any cuter*
So I will be looking at any one or any combo or anything I find between now and then. Can’t do heels, this is it! I’m looking for comfy, how about you?
