spinning, r- evo (’12) lving… and back to center!

by jani on July 18, 2012

What did I expect from EVO ’12? I had no idea! It wasn’t until the night before the conference.  HB started naming off all the impressive speakers, presenters and their credentials. Where did he get this info? On the website… are you kidding me; and I didn’t do my homework? So after my initial panic, I realized, it’s okay. No way did I have time to read it; I hadn’t even begun to pack. It was then and there that I decided my goal was to just go, enjoy myself and meet as many new friends as I could! If I picked up helpful tools along the way, that was bonus – and it was so much more than bonus. I’m still reeling, spinning and revolving… but most importantly after all I’ve learned, I’m still me.  And for now, that’s a good place to be! So I’ve put together a few of my favorite moments – enjoy!

Day one – love you guys!

Just a few of my wonderful new friends

The workshops at EVO ’12 rocked!

We made this… well sort of. Stacy DeBroff from Mom Central made the puff pastry (incredible!), Jeannette Kaplun from Todo Bebe made the lemonade mocktail (yum!) and the sweet and savory plum crostini was our group effort! I’m makin’ some tonight!

I took great notes!

A huge thank you to Mom It Forward and Today’s Mama and everyone who made Evo ’12  so memorable – see you at Evo ’13… I will be there!

{ 16 comments… read them below or add one }

Rachel - A Southern Fairytale July 18, 2012 at 4:17 pm

That cooking class was so fun and y’all’s rustic tart was a work of art!
Loved meeting you and having lunch across from you. :-) You are an absolute treasure, your joy is so very infectious.
Happy Wednesday, Mama LeBaron

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jani July 21, 2012 at 1:18 am

You are such a sweetheart! Thx for the comment. I love your blog!

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jani August 3, 2012 at 10:39 pm

Hey Rachel, didn’t I respond to your sweet comment? It’s not showing up on my comment page. You are definitely getting a huge hug next year…EVO ’13… first thing from me, you cute girl!

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Caryn/The Mid Life Guru August 3, 2012 at 12:47 pm

I loved hanging out with you. It was a great way to jump start our blogging endeavors.

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jani August 3, 2012 at 10:37 pm

Hey, I’m just beginning to navigate around comments… may have replied to yours on cute Stephanie Porter’s prior comment! :)

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Queen Scarlett August 3, 2012 at 7:55 pm

I loved meeting, conversing, hugging, and glowing from your happy smiles. You were definitely a wonderful highlight of my first evo’12. Thanks for adopting us momma! ;-)

Cheers!

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jani August 3, 2012 at 10:28 pm

Thanks you beautiful lady! Happy late birthday, sweetie!

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jani August 3, 2012 at 10:35 pm

Oh Caryn, wasn’t that the greatest conference? I can hardly wait until EVO’13! Have a great weekend Miss-Win-Every-Freebie-Except-The-Grand-Prize! I really was expecting to hear your name shouted out that last day! I was really happy for Kathy Dalton of DanishMama.com , though. She does so much to help other bloggers and is such a sweetheart! Loved our fun interchange!

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Lu August 4, 2012 at 9:21 am

Mama LaBaron! I am so glad I had a chance to meet you.

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jani August 4, 2012 at 11:55 am

it was so fun sitting with you that first night! Your ignite was awesome! Can hardly wait to see all my girls next year! Love Mama L

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~j. August 6, 2012 at 6:37 am

You are so much fun! What a treat to meet you.

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jani August 6, 2012 at 9:42 am

Thanks Jenny! You definitely rocked your moves; it was a highlight for me!:)

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Sandy @ RE August 7, 2012 at 3:41 pm

I was so happy to meet you and happy you attended the workshop up on the hill. You have a beautiful smile and I can’t wait to follow you here … so proud of your starting your own blog! :)

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jani August 7, 2012 at 4:19 pm

Oh Sandy, you made my day!

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Kristen August 7, 2012 at 3:45 pm

Loved meeting you and enjoyed being your neighbor. So glad you took the time to say hi so we could chat!

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jani August 7, 2012 at 4:21 pm

Kristen! Thanks for the visit here… that night was one of my highlights, just sitting on your bed visiting; it was the best!

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