A lot of crazy things happened in Chicago. Some of them I’ve shared, and some I probably never will. But only one of those crazy things extended all the way from the Windy City right back into my little life here in Seattle.
Kathryn, Eve, and I decided to start something. Something big. Something exciting.
Inspired by the rush of BlogHer- the relationships, the community, the sharing of knowledge and ideas, the laughter and the being surrounded by other women like us- we decided that Seattle needed the same sort of community. A place where the mom bloggers of Seattle could come together to share stories and ideas, lend moral support, gossip, and have a great time. An organization that would work to promote Seattle mom bloggers, get their message out, and grow their success.
And so, after a few late nights, a whole lot of phone calls, and several days of being a VERY NEGLECTFUL wife and mother, Seattle Mom Blogs was born.
If you’re a mom in the Seattle area, we want you to join! Now!
And even if you’re NOT in the Seattle area, we’re hosting a “Post of the Month” contest. Anyone can nominate. Anyone can win. But only the elite members of Seattle Mom Blogs can vote. We’re sort of like the Academy… or the electoral college… or something…
So far what I’ve learned from this process is that,
- I love to design buttons. Love, love LOVE it!! Seriously, I think I’ve found my calling.
- After three nights in a row of less than 4 hours of sleep, I’m not a very nice person. Oh, but I already knew that.
- WordPress IS better than Blogger. I finally get it.
So that’s it… our big idea. A lot of whole work. Come support me in my endeavor! Pretty please?
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August 8, 2007 at 10:06 am
I like your button. It sounds like fun. But I don’t live in Seattle. Sigh…r
August 8, 2007 at 10:07 am
Spastic hand typed an extra r after sigh. Oh well.
August 8, 2007 at 10:17 am
Sounds like fun! Great job on the button! =)
August 8, 2007 at 10:30 am
What a great idea!! I, unfortunately, live very far away from Seattle!
August 8, 2007 at 10:35 am
I sent an e-mail this morning to join up…
August 8, 2007 at 10:46 am
Good button, but like everyone else, I appear to be far too far away.
Best wishes
August 8, 2007 at 11:00 am
Oh cool!
I tried to figure out wordpress this weekend. Sigh. It made my brain hurt and I believe it is why I have had continuous episodes of brain gas all week.
August 8, 2007 at 11:05 am
CONGRATULATIONS!!! I hope it goes very well!! Now, off to sneak a peak!
Oh, and yes. I curse myself to this day for taking so long to get my butt outta Blogger.
Now, I will spank you if you don’t move too!
August 8, 2007 at 11:21 am
A.B.~where in the heck is Seattle? she asks quizzically?
August 8, 2007 at 11:21 am
Sounds like a great idea – unfortunately I live a long ways from Seattle too. I like your button though!
August 8, 2007 at 12:14 pm
Awesome!
August 8, 2007 at 12:59 pm
Well that just bites.
Fine then, I’m gonna start a Huntsville, TX Bloggers convention. And, y’know, be the founding member – as well as the ONLY member.
*weeps*
No really – have fun – cute buttons. I like buttons too. :)b
August 8, 2007 at 2:08 pm
Sounds like a good time! Have fun!
August 8, 2007 at 2:15 pm
I’m in! I am part of the prestigious electoral college :) !!
August 8, 2007 at 5:20 pm
Congratulations on your new “baby.” :)
August 8, 2007 at 5:49 pm
Good for you guys!!! Nice button!
August 8, 2007 at 5:55 pm
This idea is sooooo needed! Thank you for all of your hard work to make it happen.
I am so excited about this!!!
Carrie
August 8, 2007 at 6:03 pm
Okay, I used to live south of Seattle does that count? And I don’t really have a home because we’re always moving – darn it, well, have fun without, sniff, me!
August 8, 2007 at 8:34 pm
What a great idea!! Sounds like so much fun. I just wish I lived even close to Seattle. I think New York is pretty much the opposite side of the US. Can I join in spirit?
You all are so much fun and I love how you love the sense of community and being connected.
XOXO
August 9, 2007 at 9:09 pm
Great idea! Thanks for adding me to the Seattle blogroll. I’ll definitely drop by to check things out frequently!
August 11, 2007 at 5:27 am
Congratulations, you guys – your button is simply clickable – good luck and I’m so linking you…even though I’m, you know, a Jersey girl and all ;o)