To heck with Chicago
Yeah, baby. I just said to heck. Heh heh. Ain’t I hip?
Welcome, all non-Blogher conference women bloggers. Just because we’re not in Chicago doesn’t mean we can’t have fun. And our way of doing the meet-and-greet will be way less expensive. No overpriced hotel, no high priced airfare. No need to spend gobs of cash on new shoes, outfits, etc. to impress people you shouldn’t be worried about trying to impress.
Am I the only one not at Blogher because the economy tanked? Gee whiz, people…
Anyway, enough about all that. Lets’ get down to the business of Getting to Know Monica (that’s me.)
I’m me – Monica Brand. I like to write pretty things. Like this. I write from my gut. This is a good example. My videos are mostly fun, sometimes serious. I homeschool/unschool my four kids. I live in the wilds of New Jersey (Read: almost in PA, the neighbors have cows and horses. Are you surprised?) I occasionally get all opinionated (that’s the Jersey girl in me. *wink*) What else? I love Twitter way too much (I’m on a Twitter/Facebook fast till Monday. I miss my tweet peeps, but I’m sticking to my commitment. Tweet you soon, friends!)
I give away books – that’s my party favor for the Blog Hop, I’ll tell you more about that in minute.
Ummm. Still reading? I’ll type faster.
I’m one of those Jesus people. You may be down with that. Heh.
Oh! Coffee. I loves me my coffee. Doc (that’s the nickname I’ve given my hubs here, must protect the innocent non-blogger, no?) buys green coffee beans via the Power of the Internets, roasting it up fine on my kitchen counter. Heaven in a hot mug.
Okay, I think that’s pretty much me. Thanks for coming to my humble blog, leave a comment so I can come harass visit you at yours. Grab my RSS if you like me (cause isn’t that what subscribing is all about?) or if you are interested in knowing about the book giveaways.
Like this one – A Perfect Mess by Lisa Harper. This is a lovely look at Psalms by a lady who is just full of interesting stories. Leave a comment for a chance to win.
Enjoy the rest of the Blog Hop. Special thanks and shout-outs to Robin and Jo-Lynne for doing all the heavy lifting.
Be strong and courageous,
Monica
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July 23, 2009
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Tags: more than you need to know · Posted in: Blogging, True confessions
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Hi there! Stopping by from the Hop to say hello. I’m also an unschooling, social justice minded mama. Nice to meet you.
Jamie
steadymom´s last blog ..Blog Hop 2009
Just blog hopping – very nice to meet you! Sounds like you love books just like I do!
Tracey´s last blog ..Frugal Living Freezer Style
You have such a cute sense of humor. Thx for hopping by
Amy Bennett´s last blog ..BlogHop ‘09 #bloghop09
Hello Monica! I respect your passion for so many things and the way that comes out in your writing. BlogHer was not even possible but this is going to be so much better. The book you’re giving away sounds great! Have fun blog hopping this week!
Monica @ DailyDwelling´s last blog ..Blog Hop ‘09 Welcome to My Humble Abode
Hello! I follow you on Twitter, but had never made it to your blog. What a fun surprise to click on the link and see you there! I’ve enjoyed reading through your site, and think your use of “cool beans” on your About page is right down my alley. Very cool to have seen you during this BlogHop!
Stacey @ Tree, Root, and Twig´s last blog ..This Party Doesn’t Need a New Wardrobe
Hi Monica! Nice to meet you! {I loves me some coffee too, the stronger the better!}
Hi Monica! Nice to meet you! Looks like we share a love of Jesus, strong coffee and our family! I look forward to checking out more of your blog. I’ve been blogging for a while now, since 2007 but thinking about kickin it up a notch to get involved in mommy bloggin, seeing if I can get into reviewing products and the giveaway crowd. Well I must go write my short intro & get in on the BlogHer fun cause I’ll admit until now I’ve been reading but I’d better play too. Oops!
Hi there from Bloghop.. I loves me some coffee and Jesus too (not necessarily in that order!)
Have subscribed to your blog so I can come back and read more, you sound like fun! It’s getting late and I can’t drag myself off here! Hope I’m entered in the book giveaway, that sounds like one I’d like.
Thanks
Hugs
Denise
Denise´s last blog ..Blog Hop 09
Nice to see you over here, Monica! Totally down with being Jesus people! The book looks quite interesting. Happy hopping!
Dianne – Bunny Trails´s last blog ..Blog Hop ’09
Opinionated? And a Blogger? Never! How do people think we are opinionated?
Christi´s last blog ..Welcome to Polka Spot Farm
maybe I should have changed my Comment love post….but that’s not working so here: http://www.polkaspotfarm.com/2009/07/23/warning-rant-in-progress-single-moms-can-make-it-work/
Christi´s last blog ..Welcome to Polka Spot Farm
I’m so happy I hopped over today Monica, because I think us Jesus freaks need to stick together!
HisFireFly´s last blog ..I’m in for the Hop!
Lovely to “meet” you.
Thanks for visiting N Ireland today
Janmary, N Ireland´s last blog ..Welcome to my World – Blog Hop ’09
We’ve chatted on twitter lately so I feel like we’re old friends. I have to confess though I don’t think I’ve ever visited your blog. Now that I’m here though I think I’ll be back. Subscribing now so I can read more later!! Happy Blog Hopping.
Hi Monica! Just stopping by to say hi with the BlogHop. Thanks for visiting my blog! Great post…I’m going to subscribe.
Erin @ Closing Time´s last blog ..BlogHop09: Welcome to Closing Time!
Stopping by from BlogHop. Lovin’ your blog!! Great read. I’m going to follow you! I’ll follow you on Twitter too, but you can wait til Monday to follow me! hehe. Hope to see you at my blog!
Sarah´s last blog ..Blog Hop ’09
Oh, I forgot to mention that I would love to win that book! I’ve been looking for some great bible study books.
Sarah´s last blog ..Blog Hop ’09
thanks for the giveaway also
it is so fun to be bop to the blog hop
so happy to meet so many
Hopping over from Blog Hop! Great blog and giveaway.
Beth´s last blog ..Giveaway: $5 Target Gift Card in honor of Blog Hop ’09!
I didn’t have the money for BlogHer and I found out to late. Oh well always next year. Just popping in from the blog hop to say hello. I hope you have a great weekend.
Stacie´s last blog ..Cherry Bread Recipe
Thanks for the compliment on my giveaway! Nice to meetcha.
Emily @ The Pilot’s Wife´s last blog ..Party at the Hop and Thrill Ride Giveaway
Hiya…from one Jesus person to another.
PS I’m Blog Hopping…Come visit my blog and enter the 2 giveaways…while at my blog please could you help me build up comments for the blog giveaway I’m trying to win? Thank you
http://energizerbunnysmommyreports.blogspot.com/2009/07/top-10-reasons-i-am-excited-to-stay.html….
Looks like an interesting book. Dare I ask what is unschooling?
Corrin, just getting ready to write a blog post about unschooling… stay tuned.
I am hop-ing over to you from BlogHop’09, I am #311. I didn’t go to Chicago either. Phooey on them! It is so nice to meet you!
Be sure to Hop on over to my place and check out my 30+ giveaways (with a new one added daily) and to spread the BlogHop’09 Love!
Ashley
Beauty4Moms
http://Beauty4Moms.blogspot.com
monica – you are so fun!
i love your blog and your sense of humor! so glad to “meet” you via Blog Hop ’09!
i’d love to read that book! even if i don’t win your fabulous giveaway, it’s definitely on my wishlist
please feel free to stop by my place: the great adventure
#15 Erin is the winner of the book contest. Thanks everyone
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