Attending Blogher17 was something I have looked forward to for the past year. It was perfect timing that this conference started the day after school ended. Running a school lunch program is not easy, but having the summer off is pure bliss. My last day of school was filled with goodbyes and hugs and an end of the year lunch for more than 250 people. No big deal, right? When the lunch was over I packed and headed to the airport. Orlando is home this year for one of the biggest blogging conferences and this is my first time as an attendee. The Hilton Bonnet Creek is home for the conference this year. My view is not too shabby.
These three days will go by in a blur as I try to soak it all in. The first day was short with registration, the opening keynote, and some Expo Time. I was super excited to meet one of my healthy heroes, Joy Bauer, on the first day. I have a session with her this afternoon, but I had no idea she would be at the Expo too. We had such a great time chatting together. Our mutual love to share healthy food with our families bonded us immediately. It felt like I was talking to a girlfriend that I had not seen in a long time. Joy Bauer is such an inspiration to me and I am so happy I got to spend some time with her.
Not only did we chat, I also got to tape a quick video with Joy. This nutty French toast looks delicious for a quick breakfast. Dipping the bread in a crushed almond mixture is something I am definitely going to try as soon as I get home. The full protein packed recipe is in the video below:
Day Two is packed full, not a minute will be wasted by me. Follow along on social media at #BlogHer17 to learn more.
oh wow – how awesome! The view is AMAZING I’m so jealous. Sounds like you had a really great time!
It was a really great time. Meeting someone I have respected and loved for years was so much fun!
I have seen so many people on my feed who seem to be going to Blog Her, it sounds like such an amazing experience for people. I hope you enjoyed the days there.
There are about 2,500 bloggers here! I am sure you know a few of them 🙂
I never heard of BlogHer before (and I am a travel blogger – does it cover all bloging aspects but mostly for females?). Have a great time there.
This is a conference for all types of bloggers, and there are plenty of men here as well! You should check it out next year.
I know so many people at BlogHer this year! It sounds like you’re having an amazing time (and meeting amazing people), enjoy day 2. 🙂
Meeting so many great people is so much fun. Today I met Carla Hall and got her new cookbook signed. So much fun!
I love watching her on the Today show segments. So great that you got to meet!
Joy is so real and realtable on tv and she is even sweeter and nicer in person!
Have fun!! I see many of my blogger friends attending too.
2,500 bloggers in attendance!
I haven’t been to BlogHer in four years. I’m thinking now, I should have gone this year. Maybe next year.
It is always hard to feel like you are missing out! Maybe you can go next year.
I was disappointed I could not attend Blogher17 this year. It looks like you are off to a great start. I look forward to reading more about your adventure. I will have to follow #BlogHer17.
Thank you!
Hill Bonnet Creek is such a scenic host to Blogher17 conference. It looks like you’ll have even a better time going forward. It’s good you met one of your heroes in Joy.
Meeting Joy was one of my best moments of the whole weekend! Bonnet Creek is a beautiful spot for a conference.
that’s great that you got to meet Joy Bauer and that you both hit it off! there’s nothing better than meeting someone you’re a fan of and talking easily and sharing interests with each other… sounds like a lot of fun, I want to go next time ; ) (that view from your hotel is so welcoming!)
Joy and I both share a love for healthy foods. You must come visit this beautiful hotel, it is so lovely!
Ah congrats! I’ve always wanted to go to Blogher. Have fun, I’m sure you will learn lots and connect like no other time.
It is a great place to connect and learn from other bloggers and meet many brands.
I have heard good things about the hotel and lazy river! I can’t wait to follow along. So fun that you met Joy!
The lazy river looks like so much fun! I wish I had time to enjoy it.
I have always wanted to go to Blogher! I am jealous of all the fun and awesome you are having now!
No need to be jealous. You can always join us next year!
#BlogHer17 is this week! It is something I have looked forward to for the past year. I have never been there. The view around you is amazing. I cannot wait to get there and cruise around the Hilton Bonnet Creek’s lazy river all day…
I wish I was staying an extra day so I could go around the lazy river and enjoy some down time.
Sounds like a great event! I’d love to attend blogging events. Ooh I just wish there is one near in our area.
There are many events around you, you just need to find them!
One of my good friends was at Blogher17 and she was raving about it. So glad to hear that you were also having a great time. Hope you made some great connections!
It was a wonderful conference! I really had a great time.
I hope that someday I meet someone who inspires me like she does you. I bet it was such an amazing experience.
I hope so too! It is great to meet inspiring people!
So happy to hear that you are having a great time! Awesome that you got to meet Joy Bauer. Thank you for sharing your video. Enjoy the rest of the conference and keep us posted of the fun activities you had at BlogHer 17!
Thank you! It was a great conference. I am back home processing everything.
I was supposed to go but had to back out at the last minute due to a family emergency. I’m excited to read about it and who everyone met while there.
I am so sorry you could not attend. I am happy to share my notes with you!