I've been trying to contain my excitement about Blogher, and considering you haven't seen me write one peep about it since here, I've been doing pretty well. Plus, like Mom-101 duly noted, I know about 90% of you may not be going and might possibly feel somewhat eye-rolling-ish about it.
But please. Humor me.
So now, it's within my reach - hundreds of my favorite bloggers all in one hotel. And while the prospect of actually meeting the likes of Alice, Amalah, Sweetney, and Asha, and schmoozing with various folks from Blogher, Clubmom, and who knows where else does not scare me one bit, I'm still a little worried.
Because a part of me thinks that no one will know who I am.
Isn't it every blogger's worst nightmare?
Dude, who's that tall girl walking around with Mom-101? Do you think Liz knows she's been followed for the last 3 hours? Maybe someone should give her a sign or something - like "tall scary brunette - 3 o' clock..."
Or possibly worse...
You guys. Did you see that tall Asian chick over there - she's handing out Motherhood Uncensored stickers. Um. Hello. Do you think she did something to Kristen?
Or totally mortifying...
Hey. I've been waiting to have my room cleaned all day. Could you make sure to make the bed and take out that trash? My roommate Kristen is supposed to get here and I don't want her to know I tested out both beds before she got here. Okay. Thanks.
And so, I've decided to let everyone know how to find me. I figure I need some type of identifying look - a shirt, some pants, and shoes that will let you know THAT IS MOTHERHOOD UNCENSORED.
I mean, you have to admit that even if you're not going to Blogher, you've still thought about what people look like, don't you?
If I see a sassy college professor type in cute leather flats, a bouncy bob, and a city-chic suit with a sleep-deprived daze, I'll know it's Her Bad Mother. I won't even need to hear one Canadian word from her mouth.
If I see a rocker chick wearing Donna Karan jeans, a black leather jacket, and heels that could kill, um, hello. It's Izzy.
And based on their stories and pictures, a lovely Ohioan in Renaissance garb, a totally naked woman with a painted on bikini (literally painted on), a secret agent in a trench coat and a sexy one-piece bathing suit, an intellectual triple fisting martinis, and a crazy red-blonde riding a bull?
I've got your number.
Okay. I'm kidding. But haven't we all thought about what people are going to look like and how they are going to be based on their blog?
So, to clear up any thoughts about how to pick me out of the crowd, here's what I'll be wearing:
Yep. Surprise!
So while all you happy drunkards are whooping it up at the bar, I'll be slamming maternitinis, enjoying my drunk-by-association buzz, and acting as "drunk-blogger" escort from party to party to party.
I'll be hard to miss. Look for the *15-week (yes, can you believe that one?) pregnant 6-foot tall half-Asian in the back handing out stickers with Carrie Bradshaw.
And I can't wait to meet you too!
*If you are curious as to why I haven't said anything, read this.
SO many millions of congratations! yay! i'm jumping up and down for you over here. and la la! what fun at blogher! maternitinis and all!
Posted by: kyra | August 12, 2006 at 11:58 AM
Congratulations to you! May you have an uneventfully successful pregnancy!
Posted by: Overwhelmed! | July 30, 2006 at 03:50 PM
Congrats!! I have to admit I didn't believe you wanted that maternity shirt "for your friend." Very happy for you. And damn 6'?? Impressive! Hope you are having a blast at BlogHer.
Posted by: Mama C-ta | July 29, 2006 at 11:19 PM
Congratulations!!!
Posted by: Liz | July 28, 2006 at 09:47 AM
Ahh, nice news. Congratulations and beautifully revealed! Tho' I will put dib's that I called shotgun on this one last month, non?
Posted by: mo-wo | July 28, 2006 at 01:15 AM
I am so happy for you! Have a fab time at BlogHer, Ms. Designated Driver!
Posted by: demondoll | July 27, 2006 at 12:01 AM
You mean the HOT tall 1/2 asian PREGNANT girl in the back being stalked by the tall blonde (NOT pregnant) Motherhood Uncensored lover. That'll be me. So don't get too creeped out. I'm harmless.
Posted by: tracey | July 26, 2006 at 09:23 PM
Congrats! I can't think of a better reason not to drink.
Posted by: Chantal | July 26, 2006 at 02:14 PM
Let me be the 91st to say "Congratulations!" You have a fun way of getting people to de-lurk!
I will recognize you immediately at BlogHer. And give you a big, yet gentle, hug!
Posted by: Suebob | July 26, 2006 at 12:24 AM
15 weeks!?!!??!
will you please hold my hand for the next 5? once I hit 12 weeks i might start to relax. I spend 1/2 a day every day checking the toilet paper and crying about "what if it doesnt stick?" I try and put up a brave front but I'm scared shitless
15 weeks? SQEEEEEEE! I'm so happy for you!!!
Posted by: fidget | July 25, 2006 at 09:45 PM
Holy crap!!! Stop blogging for a few days and look at what I miss. Congratulations! 15 weeks? Does that mean you are passed the "I feel like I want to puke 24/7 phase?" God, I'm so jealous. Anyway, I am so happy for you!!!
Posted by: Stacy | July 25, 2006 at 09:24 PM
Congratulations! I'm so happy for you. Have a good time at BlogHer!
Posted by: urban_mommy | July 25, 2006 at 07:48 PM
Congratulations, Kristen!
Posted by: roo | July 25, 2006 at 07:10 PM
Congratulations on the bump and the pending move. Good timing.
Posted by: nonlineargirl | July 25, 2006 at 06:53 PM
Congrats. Best wishes.
Posted by: Rebecca | July 25, 2006 at 04:47 PM
WOW!! You're pregnant! Bwahahahaha!
Er, I mean, congratulations!
Posted by: MiM | July 25, 2006 at 04:39 PM
Congratulations!
Posted by: Wendy Boucher | July 25, 2006 at 04:37 PM
Congratulations! That's a sneaky way to let everyone know, but I love it.
Have a great time, too!
Posted by: CroutonBoy | July 25, 2006 at 03:40 PM
Congrats!
I also totally share your fear of no one knowing who I am.
Posted by: Sarah, Goon Squad Sarah | July 25, 2006 at 02:38 PM
You will be radiant in your BlogHer outfit. Congratulations!
We all now know the only reliable source for details will be featured here! Everyone else might be a little hazy on some of the events.
Have a great time!
Posted by: something blue | July 25, 2006 at 02:02 PM
Alright, I'll find you. I will.
I'll be the drunk one with kids, husband, and MOTHER with her.
Posted by: QofS | July 25, 2006 at 01:44 PM
Congrats, Kristen! I heart your blog!!
Posted by: Trina | July 25, 2006 at 11:25 AM
Congratulations - very cool shirt. Have fun at Blogher! Take pictures to document the festivities for the rest of us :P
Posted by: Bri | July 25, 2006 at 11:08 AM
Congratulations!! When I introduce myself at BlogHer, if you want to hug me it's okay, but keep in mind I'm only about 5'2" WITH sandals on, so you might have to lean waaaay down.
And I don't think I know what Mom101 looks like, so I'll be looking for you first!
Posted by: Elizabeth | July 25, 2006 at 09:49 AM
Wow...you never said a word. I can understand why. Sorry about your previous miscarriage. But on a much happier note, Congratulations on your pregnancy!
Posted by: Pattie | July 25, 2006 at 09:09 AM
Just wanted to add my congratulations all the way from Melbourne Australia!! :)
Posted by: Linda | July 25, 2006 at 06:09 AM
This is going to be fun..I can't wait to meet everyone.
Love your shirt. You probably don't even show yet being so tall and all!
Being only a few inches shorter, I know I just felt like a frumpy, overweight person until 30 weeks.
Posted by: Stayathomemotherdom | July 25, 2006 at 03:53 AM
Such awesome news!
Now I know why you waited to tell. So glad everything's going well. Looking forward to looking up and saying hi! I'll try not to stare at your chest.
Posted by: Mary Tsao | July 25, 2006 at 01:29 AM
YEAY!!!! Congrats! I hope you are feeling good thus far and this its an easy pregnancy for you. Am SO envious that I won't be there to meet you!
Posted by: Lisa B | July 24, 2006 at 11:49 PM
WOW!!!! Congratulations! You'll be the coolest prego mom ever with that shirt.
Posted by: Mrs. Davis | July 24, 2006 at 11:09 PM
Delurking to say congratulations!
Can I get you a nice lemonade?
Posted by: Nicole | July 24, 2006 at 11:00 PM
Congratulations! Wow. I guess there's no hiding it anymore, huh? :)
Well, I'm 5 1/2 weeks along, so I'll read about your symptoms with interest.
Posted by: Suburban Turmoil | July 24, 2006 at 10:42 PM
AAAAHHHH!! Congratulations!!! That's fantastic news and I am so happy for you. Yeah, I know, you've heard it dozens of times already, but damn! That's great.
And at 4'10" tall, I am damn jealous of your stature.
Posted by: FishyGirl | July 24, 2006 at 10:34 PM
Okay, pregnancy, shmegnancy, hooray you and congrats etc!
There was a different part of your post which stopped me dead in my tracks.
You're TALL!!!
I'm just thrilled you are six feet tall. That officially skyrockets you into SuperMegaCool land (which is where I live, because I'm that high as well...)
Maybe we need a tallmommies blog.
Posted by: emzeegee | July 24, 2006 at 10:16 PM
OK, I confess, I got a little teary at your news. How awesome for you!! Do you accept hugs from not-yet-known friends?
PS I have NO problem drinking your drinks at BlogHer. Just an FYI.
Posted by: juliness | July 24, 2006 at 09:12 PM
This news is so exciting I have to congratulate you on both of your blogs! As for "the prospect of meeting moi", there's no prospect about it. I'll be all over you like a cheap maternity jumper. The problem is I'm 5'1", so I may get lodged in your armpit.
Posted by: Asha | July 24, 2006 at 08:47 PM
Mazel Tov! Can't think of anything better to say than a good old Jewish congrats! :-)
Posted by: Kvetch | July 24, 2006 at 08:28 PM
Many congratulations. But please don't stand near me. 5'3" pregnant women look really crappy standing next to 6' tall, fashionable pregnant women.
However, as the old saying goes "misery loves company". I would love to share multiple virgin drinks with you and mock the drunkards.
Posted by: Mega Mom | July 24, 2006 at 07:44 PM
Congrats ... sending you many positive vibes :)
Posted by: chelle | July 24, 2006 at 07:36 PM
Oh. My God.
Kristen I am so happy for you!!!!!!! I would call but I think it's something likt four am there right now.
Sending lots of love and many hugs your way.
Congrats, girl!!!!! *love*
Posted by: Hill | July 24, 2006 at 06:44 PM
Wonderful news! Congrats to you and your expanding family!
Posted by: katbliss | July 24, 2006 at 06:43 PM
Wow, congratulations! I'm sure no one will mistake you for someone else. Have fun at BlogHer.
(Uh ... uterus scraping? Do I even want to know?)
Posted by: Damselfly | July 24, 2006 at 05:28 PM
Congrats!!
Posted by: Jennifer | July 24, 2006 at 04:59 PM
Look out world-- there's another gorgeous genius baby on the way.
Posted by: jaelithe | July 24, 2006 at 04:39 PM
WHOA! WHOA! WHOA!
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!
OMG!
WOW!!!!!!!!
Oh, oh, oh, oh!!!! I am so happy for you!!!!!!
WOW!!!!!!!!
Many cyber hugs coming your way!!!!
Posted by: jozet | July 24, 2006 at 04:36 PM
Ok, I am totally late to this party, but many congratulations on the new babe!!!
Posted by: Kristin | July 24, 2006 at 04:26 PM
OH MY GOD! Congratulations!! I'm so happy for you. woo hoo!
OK, so I'm not going to blogher because I'm a dork and missed registration. But seriously, I'm right around the corner. If we could swing hooking I'd love to meet you.
Posted by: the weirdgirl | July 24, 2006 at 04:15 PM
I wish the Blogher conference was on the east coast. Waaaaaaaaah!
Congrats (again) on your bump!
Posted by: Stacy | July 24, 2006 at 04:10 PM
All I can say is "That is wonderful news!" Have fun at Blogher.
Posted by: Gwen | July 24, 2006 at 03:56 PM
heh heh.
maternitinis.
Posted by: BFF | July 24, 2006 at 03:54 PM
Holy shit! Congrats Kristen! Wow! I cannot believe you kept it from us for so long. HOOOOORAY! WOOOOOO!!!!
Woop! Woop! Woop!
Posted by: Cinders Catalpa | July 24, 2006 at 03:36 PM
OH my goodness...congratulations!!!!!!! Am I sick that I now want to go back and read some posts to see if I can "tell" your pregnant?
So you will be the 100% sober person who can really dish all the good stuff because you actually remember it. Nice.
Posted by: Silly Hily | July 24, 2006 at 03:23 PM
Btw, I LOVE the shirt! :)
Posted by: JChase | July 24, 2006 at 03:22 PM
Congratulations Kristen! I can't wait to meet my new little niece or nephew! (Yes, yes, I know I HAVE to wait, though.) :) You're in our thoughts and prayers. Let me know if there's anything we can do for you!
Posted by: JChase | July 24, 2006 at 03:20 PM
Congratulations! LOVE the tee and jeans...and I can't wait to meet you too!
Karen
Posted by: Karen Rani | July 24, 2006 at 03:19 PM
That is wonderful news, and you will look gloriously preggo in that cute "bump" tee and hip jeans! And, you can have all the fun laughing at the drunks as they gulp down those martinis. Have a great time and congratulations on your news, I read the mamazine post, and I am very happy for you!
Posted by: carrie | July 24, 2006 at 02:36 PM
Holy crap woman. Way to keep a fucking secret. Congradulations. I am so happy for you. This is the best BlogHer post I have read so far. And I'm not even going. :)
Posted by: Melissa | July 24, 2006 at 02:20 PM
CONGRATULATIONS, Kristen! I'm very happy for you!
Posted by: Chag | July 24, 2006 at 02:11 PM
Aw. Congratulations.
Posted by: Y | July 24, 2006 at 02:01 PM
Wow, I'm glad I read this post really closely. Congratulations! I had read your Mamazine post before so I am that much happier for you.
Posted by: Mommy off the Record | July 24, 2006 at 02:00 PM
You are too cool and I didnt expect anything less.
Congratulations!
Posted by: Michele | July 24, 2006 at 01:54 PM
Holy Crap! I'm rooming with a pregnant lady?
You are going to HATE me. Sober people always hate intoxicated people.
And how did you know I like to get in both beds and roll around in them naked so I can "test" them out? Who told???
Seriously...my most heartfelt congratulations. You're 15 weeks and that's the best news of all!
Posted by: Izzy | July 24, 2006 at 01:34 PM
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! :)
Posted by: Mir | July 24, 2006 at 01:16 PM
Congratulations! I look forward to reading along with your pregnancy. Enjoy the second trimester, and beyond!
Posted by: Binky | July 24, 2006 at 01:16 PM
Congratulations! Way to toss that in! Thrilled for you.
Posted by: Mayberry | July 24, 2006 at 01:11 PM
Congratulations! I looked at the t-shirt and was like.. umm... wait! That's fabulous, I'm so happy for you two. Have fun at BlogHer and I'm sure that everyone will recognize you
Posted by: Ashley | July 24, 2006 at 12:51 PM
Congratulations on the pregnancy! That is wonderful news. Now that the cat is out of the bag so to speak, I look forward to reading all about it everyday on your blog.
I guess it must be something about Mississippi. I got pregnant with my first child there too! I hope you will an uneventful, healthy pregnancy!! I am 2 weeks ahead of you with number two (and have a toddler) so I found your blog at the right time...I can really relate!!
Posted by: Becky | July 24, 2006 at 12:34 PM
Congrats!!!
Posted by: Jackie | July 24, 2006 at 12:31 PM
sheesh - I like how you just oh-so-casually toss that one in there! :P Biggest CONGRATS hon!
(oh yeah, and enjoy blogher too.)
(Yay!)
Posted by: Jenn | July 24, 2006 at 12:28 PM
Holy SH*T! I was reading, clicking aimlessly on links when I saw the t-shirt... I thought, "Doesn't she know those are for pregnant women?" :-)
THEN I GOT IT!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
Very excited for you, baby and hubs. VERY excited. Can't wait to read the next few months of posts!
Posted by: chelsie | July 24, 2006 at 12:23 PM
Congratulations! What wonderful, happy news. Have fun at BlogHer for those of us not able to make it!
Posted by: Colleen | July 24, 2006 at 12:16 PM
Hi Kristen, first of all, I am thrilled about your news re: your being at 15 weeks. That's GREAT!!! :) I sent you a long fan letter (my first one ever to a blogger) last Sat. night, sadly written during a few glasses of wine, which is why there are typos and some rather lame comments. Since I live 30 min. away from San Jose in Santa Cruz, I am thrilled you will be at BlogHer. But back to my fan letter: I also wrote about my new blog which mentions my reading your site. I went back to my blog, AFTER emailing you, and I changed my entry to be much simpler and to the point and most important: VERY POSITIVE: "I haven't been writing much as I am addicted to a new blog. Check it out. I love it. http: motherhooduncensored.typepad.com/" My question for you is this: Is there a break time on either day where your fans who are not registered could come meet you at the hotel to buy you a non-alkie drink/dessert? I guarantee you will feel adored and appreciated. Dyane Harwood
Posted by: Dyane | July 24, 2006 at 12:10 PM
Congratulations!
Hope to meet you at BlogHer!
Posted by: Lady M | July 24, 2006 at 12:05 PM
K, that is THE MOST FABULOUS news. I'm so utterly thrilled for you, and instead of peeing when I meet you, I may very well cry instead.
Posted by: mothergoosemouse | July 24, 2006 at 11:57 AM
omg congrats. :P
Posted by: Cyndi | July 24, 2006 at 11:03 AM
That's great news! I mean, I hate you a little since I'm having some trouble getting pregnant at the moment, but really, really great news!
What's in that maternitini?
Posted by: Kim | July 24, 2006 at 10:59 AM
WhooHoo! You've got another baby on the way to push out of your whoohoo. Congratulations!
And from the sounds of it (at least what I've read so far about Blogher) its good that someone will be sober.
Posted by: Mrs. Chicky | July 24, 2006 at 10:50 AM
Congratulations! Oh my word. I've learned about three other bloggers in the last two weeks who are pregnant. Is there something in the water?
That shirt is FUCKING AWESOME!
Posted by: Andrea | July 24, 2006 at 10:38 AM
Hi Kristin! I just started reading your blog last week and now, this news! I picked the right time to start reading.
Congratulations, and if I was going to Blogher, I'm sure I could find you!
Posted by: Renee | July 24, 2006 at 10:34 AM
That whished my morning tea right out of me.
Congrats, Kristen, wow!
I'm sort of sad to be missing BlogHer, but can't wait to hear all about it.
Posted by: Kristin | July 24, 2006 at 10:32 AM
Wow! What amazing news -- congratulations!!! I will buy you the tastiest non-alcoholic item I can find in CA (dessert, maybe?)
Can't wait to see you!
Posted by: Nancy | July 24, 2006 at 10:28 AM
I don't know if I'm more surprised at the pregnancy or the 6' foot piece...
Congratulations! That's wonderful news. Somehow with the chic mat. gear, the height and the stickers I think we'll find you.
Posted by: Fizzle | July 24, 2006 at 10:06 AM
Holy crap, Kristen! Congratulations on the great news! That's fantastic.
Posted by: MetroDad | July 24, 2006 at 09:52 AM
Congratulations!
I wish I was going to BlogHer, alas.
Posted by: sherry | July 24, 2006 at 09:49 AM
I completely understand the keeping it quiet. But now that it's not quiet anymore... whooo hooo! congratulations MU!
If I was going to BlogHer I'd be hugging you but for now I send you a comment (((hug))) from me and Bumper ((((alien face hug))).
Posted by: motherbumper | July 24, 2006 at 09:47 AM
Ok, dammit. You didn't tell me you were pregnant and I am bringing the bull to ride all by myself? WTF is that?!
;) CONGRATS to you, deary!! Guess I won't be making you one of my world-famous mojitos! :)
Posted by: Chase | July 24, 2006 at 09:33 AM
WOW! CONGRATS!!! That is SO exciting!!!
Posted by: Jaime | July 24, 2006 at 09:30 AM
Congrats! Now Q will have somebody in Mississippi who has to play with her! ;)
Posted by: daddy in a strange land | July 24, 2006 at 09:15 AM
Congratulations Kristen. That is such wonderful news, and such a cute maternity outfit. I love it. Have fun at blogher. :)
Posted by: petite mommy | July 24, 2006 at 09:12 AM
Oh. My. God.
(Reminder - punctuation between words means that I am saying them slowly and with emphasis.)
CONGRATULATIONS, friend. That hug that you'll be getting from me in a few days will be extra tight.
(When I do my pregnancy announcement post - whenever that may be - it'll be a photo of the peed-on-stick - is that gross? Your way is classier, I guess.)
Posted by: Her Bad Mother | July 24, 2006 at 09:03 AM
Holy crap! Congrats!!
And I won't be bringing the renaissance garb. No one will know how to lace a corset properly, and besides, the dress would take up 2 suitcases on its own.
Posted by: Christina | July 24, 2006 at 08:59 AM
CONGRATULATIONS!
I totally understand why you haven't said anything until now. I've been there too. It makes you a bit gunshy, doesn't it?
Posted by: mamatulip | July 24, 2006 at 08:56 AM
Great news! Congrats!
Posted by: Dee Dee | July 24, 2006 at 08:54 AM
Hooray for the future junior KC! I love the big reveal - tied right to fashion, as it should be for the ever-fashionable editrix of Cool Mom Picks.
Delighted (as you know) in every way.
I will be proud to have the tall pregnant Asian chick by my side at 3:00 all weekend long. I'll even carry your Gingerale.
Posted by: Mom101 | July 24, 2006 at 08:48 AM
CONgratULat
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onS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm so happy for you!
Posted by: krista | July 24, 2006 at 08:32 AM
Congratulations girl!
Also, you will be the belle of the ball and will have the cool clique of women around you within 10 minutes...each struggling to emulate you (and your baby bump).
Posted by: Jenny | July 24, 2006 at 08:24 AM
Congrats!!
Posted by: ktjrdn | July 24, 2006 at 08:23 AM
Congratulations! Holy crap you are good at keeping quiet. I'm so happy for you and in honor of your news, I WILL wear my painted on bikini at Blogher - so you can recognize me of course.
Posted by: TB | July 24, 2006 at 08:22 AM
Hey, wow, congrats!
Posted by: reluctant housewife | July 24, 2006 at 08:21 AM