I was disappointed that I didn’t go to BlogHer this year. Now I’m not…….
There have been so many stories and posts about the “horror” stories on BlogHer this past weekend. There was talk about moms fighting and elbowing over swag, someone threatening the Croc’s guy, a fight, big controversy about babies in bars, the whole Nikon hates babies thing, complaining about not getting an invite to the right party, telling sponsors they should have had better swag, you name it.
I am pretty new to blogging, so I don’t have a “clique” and I have never had problems with any other bloggers. Thank God, because I would hate to see what some of these women would do if I pissed them off. I have come to the conclusion that blogging is like a popularity contest. Well, I never have tried to win one of those. I’m me and if you don’t like me for me, then too bad. I won’t change for anyone I know in real life, and certainly not for any one in the virtual world.
You said it girl! I feel the same way. Sometimes I think I am writing to myself, but I don't care it's such a great way to get my thoughts out. I can't believe all that really went on at blogher. Sounds pretty crazy if you ask me!
Wow! I didn't go and now I'm not feeling like I missed anything. I thought everyone would be a little more ladylike and didn't expect to hear about fights…sad…
I heard Blog.her was pretty outrageous. I might go if it came to LA to meet some of my bloggy friends. I don't want to make blogging a Jay Oh Bee, already got several of those!! It's a hobby which works for me. I enjoy the product reviews and giveaways and work to keep it in perspective. My absolute fav vendors are usually independents who can never afford Blog.her sponsorship.
Right there with you girl!
Can I give a big AMEN…LOL. I was a nerd most of my life, so once a nerd always a nerd. Which means, Nerds are not popular and it doesn't matter to me. I try to add value and if I can help just one person, then I feel satisfied.
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I did go, but didn't attend any of the events. I don't have a clique either, so I felt a little out of place. I'm a new blogger and didn't know anyone. I enjoyed the city though!
That's sad that they acted like children like that.
Wow… that's amazing. I thought it was supposed to be fun!!
I have also read a lot of horrible stuff and so glad I didn't go. I really want to go to NYC next year but just to see the city. I have no clique either I am also just me.
I hear ya! I hope next year when I go t will be a bit more mellow then some of the storeis I heard.
I've been reading various accounts of what happened last weekend and yours is the best post I've seen. Why does everything in life have to turn into a competition? I'm really new to blogging, but I don't want to feel like I'm doing it just to be better than someone else or, like you said, pretend to be someone else, so why is everyone wasting their time?
Thanks for your honesty!
I hear you girl. I am friends with everyone in the blogosphere. No clique. And, I have also heard horror stories. It makes me VERY glad I didn't go.
I laughed when I saw the title of your post. As much drama as I've heard, I'm still planning on going to BlogHer 2010! ? HUGS ?
Wow. I'm still relatively new to the blogging world so I had no idea that BlogHer would be like that. I wouldn't care for that at all. I'm with you guys – no clique in high school and no cliques now, lol.
Well said. I just started my own blog yesterday and I am going to stick to the same attitude!
Well Said, I was sad that I missed BlogHer when they were all there.. Then the reports came in… Yeah!!! I am at home! was so thankful.
I will admit I would love to go to BlogHer2010.. But I will go knowing who I am.. and staying that way..
I know there was a lot of Good Things and People at BlogHer its too bad that it had to be ruined by the Bad Reports..
Thanks!
Well said. I hate cliques too! It's like those bloggers are still back in high school. Good post & I agree 🙂
Well said. I hate cliques too! It's like those bloggers are still back in high school. Good post & I agree 🙂
I agree with all that was said but, I know it is hard when you have short time and want to make contacts. I guess some lost their heads.
I have heard many of the same things you have the past few days and even though I don't want to believe it, I KNOW it's true because woman(no matter what age) act like that when in a place with other woman.
I started my blog for to help myself as well as other people so that's what I'm ultimately about.
And sure, I like the perks of blogging, but who doesn't? Lol