Type A Mom Quotables
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posted by Shell at
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Type A Moms(who weren't really Type A)
When I decided to attend Type A Mom, it was mostly out of convenience, since it is in North Carolina. Even though it's across the state from me, it sounded like it's close when I was rationalizing this to Hubs.
But, the name intimidated me. Because I'm so not Type A. I was worried that I would stick out and possibly get kicked out for being Type R(relaxed mama).
I was pleasantly surprised by how real the women were that I met and that Type A Mom just referred to those of us who get it done.
Btw, after Type A Mom, I basically got home, unpacked and then repacked to go to my brother's wedding, so I'm a little behind on things- I'll catch up next week. Visiting your blogs, commenting, and a few new giveaways that I think you'll be excited about. I also have a review coming up with CSN Stores, which has everything under the sun, it seems, including an ottoman coffee table. But, for this week, Please excuse Shell from blogland and don't hate her for being mostly absent.
The first night there, we had a speed dating event, where we were all changing tables and quickly introducing ourselves. I don't have any pics from that night...which is a shame because it's the night that I looked the most put-together and had someone tell me that I look like Kristin Chenoweth, all little and cute and bubbly...whom I googled as soon as I got back to my room because I'm clueless. So, since there are no pics from that first night, you'll have to assume that I looked just like this...only I was wearing a gray sweater and have brown eyes.
My roommate, Amethyst, and I went out to dinner with Jenn and Victoria from Eden Fantasys(who were so nice and fun- and didn't hold it against me when I started to get soooo tired and quiet as the night went on) to a local place where I had the best sandwich ever. Everything in Asheville is just so cute and funky. The food is soooo fresh. I could almost live in that adorable town- if only I didn't need the ocean air to breathe.
I couldn't have asked for a better roommate. We talked and talked and talked about everything and anything. And she brought me presents(note to self: bring presents for people at the next conference you go to, because maybe then people will gush about you, too).
I will do another post about the actual conference day itself, talking about the things that I learned and the women who inspired me, like Jennifer James. (Another note to self: if you absolutely fall in love with a blogger at a conference, you can tone down your enthusiasm when meeting them so they don't think you're a stalker. Kthanks.)
After the sessions on Saturday, I went to a Mystery Meet-up(let me clarify and say that this was NOT sponsored by Type A Mom). I almost don't want to tell you about it because I don't want you going and fighting for my RSVP spot next year. Except that HA! I already RSVP'ed for next year.
Megan and Jen put it together and it was so much fun. Probably because it felt so natural to connect with the women who were there. Plus, you know, I like to eat, so if you feed me, especially if you give me cheesecake, I'm a happy woman. Oh, and again, with giving of gifts. Why I didn't think of this, I'll never know.
But, the name intimidated me. Because I'm so not Type A. I was worried that I would stick out and possibly get kicked out for being Type R(relaxed mama).
I was pleasantly surprised by how real the women were that I met and that Type A Mom just referred to those of us who get it done.
Btw, after Type A Mom, I basically got home, unpacked and then repacked to go to my brother's wedding, so I'm a little behind on things- I'll catch up next week. Visiting your blogs, commenting, and a few new giveaways that I think you'll be excited about. I also have a review coming up with CSN Stores, which has everything under the sun, it seems, including an ottoman coffee table. But, for this week, Please excuse Shell from blogland and don't hate her for being mostly absent.
The first night there, we had a speed dating event, where we were all changing tables and quickly introducing ourselves. I don't have any pics from that night...which is a shame because it's the night that I looked the most put-together and had someone tell me that I look like Kristin Chenoweth, all little and cute and bubbly...whom I googled as soon as I got back to my room because I'm clueless. So, since there are no pics from that first night, you'll have to assume that I looked just like this...only I was wearing a gray sweater and have brown eyes.
My roommate, Amethyst, and I went out to dinner with Jenn and Victoria from Eden Fantasys(who were so nice and fun- and didn't hold it against me when I started to get soooo tired and quiet as the night went on) to a local place where I had the best sandwich ever. Everything in Asheville is just so cute and funky. The food is soooo fresh. I could almost live in that adorable town- if only I didn't need the ocean air to breathe.
I couldn't have asked for a better roommate. We talked and talked and talked about everything and anything. And she brought me presents(note to self: bring presents for people at the next conference you go to, because maybe then people will gush about you, too).
This is Amethyst and I on day 3. Got that? Day one, I look like Kristin Chenoweth. Day 3, I am in my yoga gear with my hair in a ponytail.
I will do another post about the actual conference day itself, talking about the things that I learned and the women who inspired me, like Jennifer James. (Another note to self: if you absolutely fall in love with a blogger at a conference, you can tone down your enthusiasm when meeting them so they don't think you're a stalker. Kthanks.)
After the sessions on Saturday, I went to a Mystery Meet-up(let me clarify and say that this was NOT sponsored by Type A Mom). I almost don't want to tell you about it because I don't want you going and fighting for my RSVP spot next year. Except that HA! I already RSVP'ed for next year.
Megan and Jen put it together and it was so much fun. Probably because it felt so natural to connect with the women who were there. Plus, you know, I like to eat, so if you feed me, especially if you give me cheesecake, I'm a happy woman. Oh, and again, with giving of gifts. Why I didn't think of this, I'll never know.
Mama Dweeb and me. She is pregnant...I am not. Just to clarify.
Me and Caitlin from Mabel's Labels. I've worked with her quite a bit recently and it was so nice to actually get to meet her.
Again, with the gifts. Really, I should have thought of this. My only even remotely-genius moment was wearing a bright pink scarf so that I could tell people how to find me.
I loved hanging out with Blue Violet, who now lives sorta kinda by me, so I'm hoping to get to see her again!
I could never list all the wonderful people that I talked to, but definitely check out Mommiecooks, jdaniel4smom, and....yes, I'm calling people by their twitter names...well, just check out the Type A Mom twitter list.
I'm away visiting family this week and getting ready for my baby brother's wedding, so I know I've left fabulous people off of this list...I'm totally blaming my mother. Isn't that what usually happens in therapy?
A HUGE THANK YOU to Tooth Soap for making my trip possible!
Labels: toothsoap, Type A Mom
posted by Shell at
10:55 AM
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Saturday, July 3, 2010
Type A Mom
Am I a Type A Mom?
Well,probably definitely not. But, shhhhhhhhh, let's keep that between us. Do they kick you out of the Type A Mom Conference for that? I really hope not! Because I'm going!
September 24-26 in Asheville, NC. Even though it's still probably a five hour hike for me to get there, it's in my state, so it makes it seem like it's close.
I'm really excited to hear the speakers, learn some more about blogging, and to meet the other bloggers who will be there!
When I first heard about it, I knew I'd love to go. But, since it is for the whole weekend and being that far from home, I'd have to pay not only for my ticket, but my hotel room, food, and gas. I could come up with some of it, but not all- you know our economy, I'm a stay-at-home mom, plus we took a pretty serious hit when my middle son was so sick last year. Not saying this for pity- it's just life, you know? So, I almost shrugged it off as something that wasn't going to happen.
But, I'd heard about personal sponsorships and bloggers who were able to get them for conferences, so I asked around about how to do that.
What I learned was that it's best to ask a company that you have already worked with. That you should actually love the product and the company, so that you feel comfortable promoting them in whatever ways that you are allowed by the conference's guidelines.
After giving it some thought, I decided to approach the owner of Tooth Soap® about the possibility of sponsoring me for the conference.
I'm a total Tooth Soap ® convert- no more toothpaste for us! So, I knew that it would be easy for me to talk about the fabulous product from my sponsor and be genuine about it. You should have seen Hubs's face when we had run out of Tooth Soap ® and he had to use toothpaste for two days until our new order came in- it was hilarious how grossed out he was by the toothpaste after months of using Tooth Soap ®. Our kids use it, too- and because it's all-natural and non-toxic, I don't have to stress out if they don't spit it all out.
As for the owner herself, Karen is a such a caring person. She's generously donated to help Jaden and Mission Monkey(you can find buttons for both of these sweethearts in my sidebar).
Plus, you have to admire her for starting her company at her kitchen table, with just $100 and an idea.
So, a product I love, coming from a company with such a great owner- well, that was my first choice of someone to work with!
I pitched Karen, crossed my fingers, held my breath, and now I can say that I am:
Thank you so much to Tooth Soap ® for sponsoring me! If youhaving been living under a rock and haven't heard of them, be sure to check them out! You will love it!
And pssssst: if you use the coupon code *July* when you check out, you can get 45% off your order right now!
Well,
I'm really excited to hear the speakers, learn some more about blogging, and to meet the other bloggers who will be there!
When I first heard about it, I knew I'd love to go. But, since it is for the whole weekend and being that far from home, I'd have to pay not only for my ticket, but my hotel room, food, and gas. I could come up with some of it, but not all- you know our economy, I'm a stay-at-home mom, plus we took a pretty serious hit when my middle son was so sick last year. Not saying this for pity- it's just life, you know? So, I almost shrugged it off as something that wasn't going to happen.
But, I'd heard about personal sponsorships and bloggers who were able to get them for conferences, so I asked around about how to do that.
What I learned was that it's best to ask a company that you have already worked with. That you should actually love the product and the company, so that you feel comfortable promoting them in whatever ways that you are allowed by the conference's guidelines.
After giving it some thought, I decided to approach the owner of Tooth Soap® about the possibility of sponsoring me for the conference.
I'm a total Tooth Soap ® convert- no more toothpaste for us! So, I knew that it would be easy for me to talk about the fabulous product from my sponsor and be genuine about it. You should have seen Hubs's face when we had run out of Tooth Soap ® and he had to use toothpaste for two days until our new order came in- it was hilarious how grossed out he was by the toothpaste after months of using Tooth Soap ®. Our kids use it, too- and because it's all-natural and non-toxic, I don't have to stress out if they don't spit it all out.
As for the owner herself, Karen is a such a caring person. She's generously donated to help Jaden and Mission Monkey(you can find buttons for both of these sweethearts in my sidebar).
Plus, you have to admire her for starting her company at her kitchen table, with just $100 and an idea.
So, a product I love, coming from a company with such a great owner- well, that was my first choice of someone to work with!
I pitched Karen, crossed my fingers, held my breath, and now I can say that I am:
Thank you so much to Tooth Soap ® for sponsoring me! If you
And pssssst: if you use the coupon code *July* when you check out, you can get 45% off your order right now!
Labels: toothsoap, Type A Mom
posted by Shell at
10:33 AM
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Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Friday, June 4, 2010
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Pet Pic Contest Starts Today!
TODAY'S THE DAY! GET THOSE ADORABLE OR FUNNY PET PICS OUT!
Did you know that Tooth Soap®( the source of the internet's biggest buzz) offers additional great all natural products!? One of the products that they offer is Tooth soap® for your PEt! Fido or Fluffy can have clean teeth too! In a safe and all natural way! ( how to brush you pet's teeth with Tooth Soap®)
WANT TO BUY SOME NOW? SAVE SOME MONEY ON VET CLEANING BILLS!?
USe coupon code " PET" to save $5..00 on a bottle !
or
You can win some!!
PSSST.........Plus some Tooth Soap® Goodies for yourself!
Simply grab the Tooth Soap® Pet Pic Badge
*****Display it on your sidebar and in your submission post. ***
( both places please! USE WHATEVER sized badge works for you !)
Write a post that includes your Cutest pet pic!
Link up below to enter.
3 finalists chosen by
@supahmommy, @shellthings, @chiefshiding
( no bribing)
Final Winner Chosen by Karen VanCleef of @toothsoap
Winner receives Tooth Soap® " My Pet Won Pack!"
- Tooth soap®
- Tooth Swish
- Tooth Brightener
- Tooth Soap® w brush for your Pet!
Contest submissions close Thursday June 3rd @midnight. Finalists will be announced Friday June 4th and winner will be chosen and announced Thursday June 10th on all hosts blogs.
WANT TO BUY SOME NOW? SAVE SOME MONEY ON VET CLEANING BILLS!?
USe coupon code " PET" to save $5..00 on a bottle !
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Saturday, May 22, 2010
Cutest Pet Pic Contest COMING SOON!
Get READY FOR ANOTHER FUN CONTEST!
Did you know that Tooth Soap®( the source of the internet's biggest buzz) offers additional great all natural products!? One of the products that they offer is Tooth soap® for your PEt! Fido or Fluffy can have clean teeth too! In a safe and all natural way! ( how to brush you pet's teeth with Tooth Soap®)
WANT TO BUY SOME NOW? SAVE SOME MONEY ON VET CLEANING BILLS!?
USe coupon code " PET" to save $5..00 on a bottle !
or
You can win some!!
Plus some Tooth Soap® Goodies for yourself!
Find a pic of your pet- and get it ready to submit this coming Thursday!
Cutest Pet pic wins!
Winner receives Tooth Soap® " My Pet Won Pack!"
- Tooth soap®
- Tooth Swish
- Tooth Brightener
- Tooth Soap® w brush for your Pet!
WANT TO BUY SOME NOW? SAVE SOME MONEY ON VET CLEANING BILLS!?
Click Here USe coupon code " PET" to save $5..00 on a bottle !
Labels: pet pic contest, toothsoap
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