Back from BlogPaws
We are back from our westward Arizona BlogPaws adventure! We’ve actually been back for a few weeks now… I apologize for our absence. After getting back from the trip, there was a lot going on that prevented me from being able to put together a blog post – sick pets, moving family members, computer problems, getting back into the swing of things after being gone for 10 days (in a different time zone, I might add!). Anyway, here I am!
Arizona was amazing. I’ve never been anywhere out West before, so it was a completely new experience for me. I loved everything about it – including the weather! I would choose 115 degrees with 0% humidity over 95 with 60% humidity any day! Besides the weather being wonderful, the conference was incredible! Though I had a great time learning about SEO, WordPress, using social media, and more in all of the fantastic educational sessions I attended, the best part, hands down, was getting to visit with my fellow bloggers. There is nothing like spending time surrounded by those who share the same passion.
Another highlight of the trip was the wedding celebration of Sampson and Astrid (The Cat on My Head). Though the two love birds couldn’t be present “in the fur”, they both had stand-ins. It was a beautiful and intimate ceremony with many of their closest friends present. Thank you to all who attended and made this occasion extra special. We couldn’t be more excited to have Mrs. Astrid Blue-Hall join the family 🙂
The one thing that was missing this year was Sophie! Last year I was able to bring Sophie with me to the conference because it was within driving distance. Unfortunately though, Phoenix was just too far for Sophie to travel. Next year the conference is in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, so I will be bringing not only Sophie, but Kylo Ren, Jubilee, and Sydney as well! Can’t wait! While I didn’t have Sophie in tow this year, I did bring Sampy Clone. He made for a pretty fun travel partner. Check out some of his photos…
An unforgettable trip, for sure. I have already bought my ticket for next year’s conference and am counting down the days! Will I be seeing you there?
Stop back by on Wednesday for a very special #WobblyWednesday post.
Lone Star Cats says
Looks like a lotta fun!
The Swiss Cats says
It looks like you had great time at BlogPaws ! Thank you for sharing theses moments with us ! Purrs
Summer says
My human and I really enjoyed seeing you in Phoenix! I’m bummed I won’t be able to go – my human says the trip is too long for me. If she goes, she will cut the trip short so she doesn’t have to be away from me for too long. She is hoping the airfare comes down as it gets closer to the conference.
Sometimes Cats Herd You says
Great photos. It looks like you had lots of fun! The head peep is so sorry she wasn’t able to go and see you (and everyone else) this year, but is looking forward to seeing you next year in Myrtle Beach!
Kitties Blue says
So happy to have you back. Mom kept checking everyday to see if you were posting again. She is already looking forward to 2017 BP. Dad went to Dallas the day after he and Mom got home, then when he got back they both want out of town. Our BP swag did not arrive until Friday evening and didn’t get opened until yesterday. The humans have a bunch of stuff to do this week, and taking photos of Astrid for her clone is at the top of the list. Loved the slide show, We are doing one for tomorrow with all our BP goodies. Astrid is sending Sampy 8765434567654323456789765678987654323456789876543467890987654567890987654567898765456789876545678987654567899876578987654567898765678987654678909876543 kisses and all her love. XOCK, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth, Calista Jo and Janet
p.s. Is the slideshow a WP Plug-in? If so, which one? Mom really doesn’t love the one we use.
Tamago says
Welcome back! Looks like you and Sampy Clone had a wonderful time at the conference. Such great pictures! And congratulations on the wedding. What a lovely ceremony you had together 🙂
I’m already excited for next year’s BlogPaws as you are going with Sophie, Kylo Ren, Jubilee, and Sydney! It’s gonna be so much fun for you all!
Melissa & Mudpie says
Sounds like you had an amazing time! I sure hope to attend BlogPaws one of these years.
Caren Gittleman says
So glad you had a pawesome time!!! next year? I don’t know what I am doing TOMORROW let alone next year!! Hoping the furbabies are all doing well!
Ann Staub says
Oh dang! Wish I got a picture with plush Sampson! It sure was a fun time though.
The Island Cats says
The mom was thrilled to be able to see you again at BlogPaws. She already got her ticket for next year. We don’t mind her going because she always brings us so much great stuff home.
Maxwell, Faraday & Allie says
Our mom sez she SO enjoyed seeing you again in Phoenix!!
Three Chatty Cats says
It was great meeting you and hopefully next time we can chat more. I can’t wait to meet Sophie, Kylo Ren, Jubilee and Sydney!
Ellen Pilch says
I hope to see you next year. I really want to go and it is on the East coast where I live. It looks like you had a great time.
Sam says
Sounds like you had a purrrrrfect time at the conference – all we’ve read about it has been PAWSITIVE and there was a lot of fun had by all. Arizona is beautiful – Mom and Dad went there on a vacation some years ago – very different climate than the East Coast for sure! I’m sure you were happy to be back home again and it’s nice you won’t have to travel far to next year’s conference and can take Sophie and some of the others along! YAY!!!!!!
Hugs, Sammy
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Lola The Rescued Cat says
Mommy had such a good time rooming with you and hanging out! She’s looking forward to seeing you next year, and meeting the gang!