The anticipation.

The drive here with my friend, Molly.

The volume in the room as people see each other.

Meeting someone in person who I have only known virtually.

Reconnecting with the people who made this a special event for me last year.

The belly laughs.

Tweeting from across the room – it is like passing notes in class.

Learning that writing is a craft, not simply a gift.

The dancing.

Harry Connick Jr….I mean, seriously.

Having roomies – it is like a college flashback.

Video.  Video.  Video.

Connecting.  Smiling.

Speaking on my first Blissdom panel with some amazing women: Audrey, Jo-Lynne, Jendi and Esther

And of course…..

The hugging.  I’m a hugger.  I love the hugging.

Did I mention the hugging?