Alright. Here we go. Part Two!
Thursday morning I was supposed to meet some friends at the pool. We were going to have a repeat of last year, except we didn’t exactly book a cabana. We were just going to wing it and call it a day.
But guess what?
It was RAINING.
In Vegas.
I know, I didn’t believe it either so I had to go to the window of my hotel room and check for myself. I often do this, much to the chagrin of my husband who says he’s not lying to me and that I can believe him. I’d like to point out that I do, in fact, believe him, but I’m so incredulous that I can’t help but see for myself. I just can’t help it. It cannot be helped.
Shoulder shrug.
And sure enough, not only was it raining, but I had a view of two of the pools and no one was there. NO ONE. As in, the pool was CLOSED.
IN VEGAS!
So after a lot of texting, we met outside the Public House which became our meeting place the whole week. It was a landmark. I could find it no matter where I was and I am extremely proud of myself for this because the Venetian is practically a city unto itself. The danger of getting lost was always lurking.
We decided to go to I {HEART} Burgers for lunch and we planned to meet up with my bestie, Hadar, as well as Traci and Annie.
Except, we got lost.
For real.
So we stopped to take a picture. We thought it might come in handy. You know, in case the authorities needed to be called or we needed a LAST SEEN HERE picture. But where were we? Because I sure don’t know.
Your shirt is too funny. It looks like you had a GREAT trip, and I am excited to read part three! BTW if you haven't watch Big Brother you should be happy…at least I was VERY happy!
Bagby
Get Your Science on in Room 701
You have me hanging on the edge of my seat and I already know what freakin' happened!!!!!
We love these! It's like we are doing it all again! Thank you for laughing in our session too. Seriously…it helped us not cry. Haha. Love you, Friend!! 🙂
I am loving your posts! BTW did you meet my friend Emma (aka Clever Classroom), she is one of our Aussie bloggers and she said it was just completely awesome to be there, so we are all busily saving our Aussie pennies to get there next year. It is a bit of a hike to get there you know 🙂 Looking forward to Part 3!
Tania
Mrs Poultney's Ponderings
Hi Kristin,
I wish I had been there to hear the TpT'ers speak – especially Deanna. This week I've lost my TpT mojo and really need to be re-inspired. I think if I had met Cara I would have awkwardly hugged her face or hair as well. There's just something about her – she must have such a beautiful spirit because it comes through her blog so clearly (as does yours!). 🙂
Lauren
Love, Laughter and Learning in Prep!
Love your recaps! I was in Vegas too (with friends, not for the conference) and they kept teasing me because I was always on the lookout for you! Haha. I even made my friend read your Halloween ghost story so that she could appreciate how much I love your blog! Can't wait to hear about the rest. And yes, Devon, ugh! Glad he's gone!
It sounds like your Vegas trip was fantastic! I wish I could have gone this year. Maybe next year! 🙂
Lori
The Reinspired Teacher
Oh, no you diiin't! I can NOT believe you referenced me in your blog?! EEEK! Thanks for the shout out! …and yes, there wasn't a dry eye in the house during the keynote. I'm just thankful Paul's parents and wife were there to see the heartfelt standing ovation. #thatisourson
I love hearing your recaps!! I was in the panel session too….and it was awesome (I am using that word too much lately. I need to find a new word). I loved being able to listen to the questions and answers. Amy did do a great Oprah imitation. I am hoping that learning from the best will improve my blog. And now that you put my picture in your blog post….I have a LOT to live up to. I can't believe you did that. It is one of my favorites by the way. You and Hadar are too cute!
Terri Izatt
KinderKapers
I am so glad that I got to see you there, talk with you, and am still in awe that you know who I am & that you stop by my blog!! Did you get the message I tried to send on the 'contact me' portion of your blog? I LOVE reading you posts!! You left off that when your blog was mentioned we all clapped and cheered!! You are loved!
I haven't blogged for several days because my brother in law did pass away Tuesday night, the evening before my sister's birthday…I am at her house now & have been since Wednesday morning. Thank you so much for the prayers!!!!
Thanks,
Nancy
The Apple Basket Teacher
Sounds like a great time! And love the shirt. I am not a Devon fan, like not at all. I am all for him leaving!
Linda
Down the Learning Road
I do love Devin's cheesy smile, but he kind of sucked at BB so it was time to go.
I can totally relate to getting lost. I stayed in Treasure Island, and everytime I tried to leave the Venetian to go back to my room, I got totally lost! We realized those Vegas designers did it on purpose… made it nearly impossible to leave!
It was nice meeting you (briefly) at the meet up! Wasn't it wild?
Sally from Elementary Matters
Oh my goodness, you crack me up! I was sitting in in front of you at the blogger panel session, hence why I am following you now! DeeDee was right…. you do have a way with words. Can't wait to follow along with your year 🙂
Kaitlin
K&C Love Grade 3
You're the cutest!! I'm thoroughly enjoying reading your blog posts!! You write with so much expression – it just POPS through the screen!! 🙂
Love the shirt! Even if I couldn't fit into that puppy, I would so frame it and completely utilize my bragging rights to everyone and anyone. Wish I was there!
Btw, I spied your friends at Teacher Bits and Bobs in that sweet conference picture! Sooo cute!
Janice
@1islandlover
Yes, I will say it since no one else did…Devon had to go and he WENT. Woo hoo!