In September, I was very fortunate to attend two amazing conferences for women. I learned much in those two weekends, much of which I am still pondering. I attended with friends new and old. I laughed, may have shed a tear, and learned more about who God created me to be.
The first conference I attended was the dotMom event that was hosted by Lifeway. I didn't know what to expect. I think going in without expectations is sometimes a good thing. That way, the ever pessimist I am will not be disappointed. Can I just say that this conference rocked my world??!?!
It challenged me as a woman, a mother, and wife, and friend. I went with a dear friend who I have known for many years, Brandi (yes, her name is Brandi. Yes, it was annoying being introduced to each others friends all weekend. But I love her and it's so worth it.) She invited me. She met many of the "cool" bloggy moms a year prior to the dotMom event and some of the ever cool bloggy peeps were at the conference. We (meaning me because Brandi already knew them) were able to meet the ever popular BooMama and Big Mama. Also at the event were Priscilla Shirer, Vicki Courtney , Angela Thomas, and Angie Smith. I know, right?? And there were MANY, MANY more. The price for the event was low, especially considering how many wonderful, spirit filled speakers were there!
The premise for the event was that many break out sessions were offered and we chose which four we wanted to attend over the two day event. Brandi and I sat in on some great sessions, but one of my favorites was with Jean Castille who spoke on marriages. She and her husband help couples learn to build strong, God filled marriages. Many of the things she shared spoke to me. I'll have to share more at a later time... a bloggy post all it own.
Another favorite was with the David Thomas, Sissy Goff, and Melissa Trevathan titled Modern Parents, Vintage Values. I ended up buying books from all of them, including Wild Things: Art of Nurturing Boys, Raising Girls, and Modern Parents Vintage Values. Can I just say, they have given me so much insight on my children. They have opened up ideas for me on how I want to raise my children. If you have kids, I recommend these books. Great reads. Next year, David and Sissy will be headliners for the dotMom event and I cannot wait!
It was a great weekend. If you're in the southern region and are interested, sign up for the event in Sept 2012. You will NOT be disappointed. Bring your friends, your small group, your church. It'll rock your world... in a good way.
For the second conference I attended in Sept.... well, you'll have to wait. It too is a bloggy post all it's own.
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