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I am back…….. Yes, anti social , super duper shy me actually left the house. Heck I left the state. I went all the way to Orlando ya’ll. All by myself on a plane. I was blessed with the opportunity to attend the 2nd Annual Walt Disney World African American Mom Blogger Mixer. I would like to give a huge thank you to Maria Bailey, Laura Spencer and Leanne Jakubowski of Disney for making this experience possible. Please excuse the length of my recap, I have so much to say and it will definitely not fit all in this post.
This mixer was absolutely extraordinary experience for me. On so many levels. I have social anxiety disorder. Situations that involve socializing cause me so much stress I get dizzy, feel faint and have panic attacks. I actually am on medication for it. As a result I don’t go anywhere. I stay at home in my comfort zone. I don’t think anyone could honestly understand just how nervous even just the invite to this event made me. I did not think I could do it. I have never been away from husband and kids in the last 15 years. What if these other moms don’t like me, what if I don’t fit in, what if I panic, what if I say the wrong thing, what if I don’t make any friends? There were so many what ifs.
My husband and dad were a big part of encouraging me to go. To step outside myself. To take a chance. To do something for me. And I do not regret a single minute of it. Before I left I was so excited about the moms I would get to meet. I have stalked these mommies and their blogs. These Disney Mocha Moms are amazing!
Sheena: Mommy Daddy Blog
I remember visiting their blog when she was newly pregnant with Boogie. I feel in love with the jr. high school sweethearts who were expecting their first child. No one will ever know what kind, encouraging and heart felt words I have received from both Sheena and Greg when I needed those words most. It was star struck when I finally met her. She is sweet and smart and creative. I felt like we have been friends for years. I have so much respect for her. I hope I did not annoy her with all my talking and questions, lol.
Maria Bailey: BSM Media
She is Mom Select, New Baby, Mom Talk Radio and Blue Suit Mom. I had no idea how to act. I was literally shaking and tongue tied. She could not be more down to earth. I felt so comfortable around her. She taught me so much and had me laughing non stop. She took such good care of us. Who would expect to see this brillant award winning author do the Soulja Boy? And she did it really well.
Ana: Quiskaeya
I have been lurking around her site for quite a while. She is funny and sweet. And scared of anything that might “jump” out at you, lol. Ana is so smart and we had some great talks about everything from homeschooling to being green to being frugal. Her stories had me just laughing and laughing all weekend long. You should have seen her on the Pirates of the Caribbean Ride. It was hilarous.
Akilah: Execumama
She was the very first Disney Mocha Mom I met. What a great way to start the weekend. She is amazing. She is a superbusy mom that has written a book, is a realtor and so much more. She does it all and is such a encouraging person. We had so much fun together. Especially on the rides.
Tanisha: Girl, Lemme tell you
A scrapbooker who is so unbelieveably creative. You have got to check out her scrapbooking, This girl has got some skills! She is a newbie when it comes to “mom” blogging and a wonderful photographer. We had so much fun trying stuff new stuff together. Thanks to hear I tried escargot and frog legs 
Plus some yummy drinks, lol.
Michele: Ginger Snaps Baby and Sweet Life Magazine
This mama has so much style! I had a great time talking with her. She has such a huge heart. We were able to talk about everything from decorating to kids to blogging. I already miss her big beautiful smile. She is such a talented person. Check out her store, Ginger Snaps Baby. I spent quite a bit of time browsing and looking at all the beautiful things.
Ronnie: Black and Married with Kids
Another wonderful mom I can believe I had the chance to meet. Her blog is on my lurk list too! I loved listening to her talk and hear all she had to say. She has so much knowledge and insight. All i can say is wow! I was just soaking it all up.
Christie: My Life:A Work in Progress and Blogrollers
Ok, I absolutely love Chatterbox. She is so much fun. She has one of the best laughs I have ever heard. Oh and she does it all. She has a radio show. she blogs, she is an author, a life coach and much, much more. I can not believe everything that she does. She knows so much. I love that I was able to meet her, let alone be in the same space as she was.
This weekend was by far the best weekend of my life. I was in awe the entire time. I hope I did not make a fool of myself. It was so wonderful to be around so many sucessful, kind, hard working women of color. Because of them I feel like I can do anything. I feel like I now have sisters. I will never forget them and I hope they do not forget me. My sisters, I miss you all already. I have never felt more comfortable or at ease than when I was with these ladies. This week I will have a few posts about my adventure at Disney so please remember to check back. I have so much to tell you!
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