tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post320554958617039827..comments2023-10-26T09:55:04.932-05:00Comments on Beer, Dogs, and Getting Healthier...: A pre-recap recap.Laura Bellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10312210955440443865noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-31167424226821628092012-10-11T09:27:25.919-05:002012-10-11T09:27:25.919-05:00Just the fact that you smiled through all of it sh...Just the fact that you smiled through all of it shows me how strong you really are. I can't imagine how hard it was to get on that plane, but I'm glad you did. <br />Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00825425735172749255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-16876491798912318812012-10-10T15:33:32.180-05:002012-10-10T15:33:32.180-05:00Anxiety blows big monkey chunks. I am glad you ha...Anxiety blows big monkey chunks. I am glad you had a mostly good time. This reminded me of when the Bloggess talked about her trip to California in her book. I don't have social anxiety (just really fucking awful general axiety), but I can imagine it was really fucking hard for you to get on a plane and go meet 35 women. You rock for doing that. <br /><br />Harmonyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03814525172886719985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-73980028657491715272012-10-09T13:19:17.023-05:002012-10-09T13:19:17.023-05:00Wow! I had no idea that you were going through all...Wow! I had no idea that you were going through all of that! You just looked beautiful and seemed very nice -- wish we'd gotten to talk more.Catherine55https://www.blogger.com/profile/13315887359315579554noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-73033338642616249612012-10-09T09:30:36.363-05:002012-10-09T09:30:36.363-05:00You better know how much I love you. I'm glad...You better know how much I love you. I'm glad you had fun and I'm looking forward to doing it again sometime!! Next time, I won't be lameass sick. :)Beth Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16063989714851082617noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-37569039561671509932012-10-07T23:44:07.371-05:002012-10-07T23:44:07.371-05:00I am happy you went and glad I got to meet you!! Y...I am happy you went and glad I got to meet you!! You are just as beautiful in person as you are in all your pictures!RockBand Barbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07858730845183296032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-83927451186426050032012-10-07T10:35:20.132-05:002012-10-07T10:35:20.132-05:00Laura, I applaud you for going and working through...Laura, I applaud you for going and working through your anxiety. I made a lot of excuses about money and crap, but the reality is I was afraid. I was afraid of being awkward and no one liking me or just needing to hide and having no place to hide. <br />As I was reading your blog I actually felt guilty, because I think you are great and I have a feeling we could be great friends, but I didn't even come to find out.<br />I mean, I didn't not come specifically because of anyone, I know in reality everyone is probably as wonderful as their blogs tell me they are; but, I have wanted to meet you forever (and Wyatt too) and I missed a chance. Forgive me. <br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-9466421228149514082012-10-07T09:24:57.466-05:002012-10-07T09:24:57.466-05:00What you don't have a band? Who knew and who ...What you don't have a band? Who knew and who the fuck cares... I love your posts <br />Michelle https://www.blogger.com/profile/02190095491442644277noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-55845452401305695642012-10-07T06:45:49.941-05:002012-10-07T06:45:49.941-05:00Oh Laura, you are without doubt one of the sweetes...Oh Laura, you are without doubt one of the sweetest bloggers. I can totally picture you getting all freaked out by a whole bunch of strange people even though you know them well. You have serious balls to be able to do all that with your anxiety and anyone who didn't take the time to make you feel more comfortable whilst getting to know you is missing out. <br />I can't wait to meet you next year. I shall hang my head in shame that all I can do to establish where people are from is tell the difference between countries. You can then follow me round going ... "See, I'm smarter than her. She doesn't even know what az stands for." <br />Remember those of us that count, love you just as you are. xxSarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01899213275796695472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-86202914911982383662012-10-06T09:58:23.284-05:002012-10-06T09:58:23.284-05:00As we discussed earlier, you KNOW I can relate to ...As we discussed earlier, you KNOW I can relate to this post. Life would be so much easier if we were allowed to carry a flask, huh? <br /><br />Proud of you! (For the drinking and the meeting people) What? Nothing wrong with being proud of someone who appreciates beer ;)MojoMissyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08738456869530184077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-66726972782133370432012-10-06T08:40:37.923-05:002012-10-06T08:40:37.923-05:00I could totally tell from the poo smell that you h...I could totally tell from the poo smell that you had problems... But lucky for you I can tell the difference between shy and bitch - the bitches shit don't stink... or so they say. HA HA - Im so fucken funny!!! When you sat next to me on Saturday I totally wanted to hug you but I didn't as I was afraid it would send you screaming. You are awesome. When you spoke it was pure and real. My lack of filter did not keep you from trying to talk with me and I love you for your courage. I used to freak out socially but I ate instead of drank. Could you tell? I am keeping this trip close to my heart as it was part of my journey and I am a better person for it. You are among the keepers from this experience and I don't have time for those who don't matter. Im sure we will meet again - there's great hunting up here in Canada... ps. bring your Wyatt we have a big bed - him and Tango can take over the kids room. xxooMomee3021https://www.blogger.com/profile/05504695377706902473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-59538697830097163742012-10-05T21:12:03.859-05:002012-10-05T21:12:03.859-05:00Miss Laura I had no idea about your anxiety! I had...Miss Laura I had no idea about your anxiety! I had a great time with you and the other ladies at Dick's. been cuttin' any glass lately? Seriously though, you are a beautiful lady inside and out! Sincerely, BathBethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11651353341263119440noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-29740038040335963732012-10-05T20:43:39.042-05:002012-10-05T20:43:39.042-05:00I'm so glad I got to meet you and loved our ti...I'm so glad I got to meet you and loved our time we got to spend talking at the end. Let me know if you have any free time when you come to Fort Worth!Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07064860942058643790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-28368154625481129722012-10-05T20:29:55.019-05:002012-10-05T20:29:55.019-05:00Well I hung with you at the Blue Frog, and I found...Well I hung with you at the Blue Frog, and I found you lovely...both inside and out. I didn't really spend much time with you aside from that, but that was more due to me, not you. You were lovely.Gillyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06422010996986937582noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-78406357070613834082012-10-05T20:15:54.216-05:002012-10-05T20:15:54.216-05:00I heart you and totally understood. You are still ...I heart you and totally understood. You are still one of my favorite bloggers and I do hope you come to az soon you are welcome at my house anytime. jennxazhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15494091103772165015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-62716363109109663682012-10-05T19:19:48.625-05:002012-10-05T19:19:48.625-05:00Oh. And you are gorgeous! Inside and out. Some ...Oh. And you are gorgeous! Inside and out. Some people are probably jealous of that. LDswimshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16047339088972152520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-61855696581690924172012-10-05T19:15:19.917-05:002012-10-05T19:15:19.917-05:00I love that you went in spite of your anxiety. I ...I love that you went in spite of your anxiety. I love that you put yourself out there. I love that you walked away from it all thinking "you" should have tried harder. I think you did above and beyond. You made the ultimate effort by booking the trip. I hate the notion that because you don't have a band that you therefore are an outsider. You are not. You are incredible support in this community and we all are stronger with your presence. For people to not appreciate that is on them. Not on you. But they made you feel that was your short-coming. It's been amazing with these recap blogs how many are voicing similar ideas and how many are responding "it's all you, ladies". BS. This is a group thing aimed at group love and group support. Friendships taken to another level, yes, that's on the attendee. But warmth and inclusion, that's on the group.<br /><br />I am proud of you for dissecting this and seeing what you see regarding yourself as well as regarding others. Don't let anyone tell you that you're wrong. Your feelings are based on your experience and no one can say otherwise.<br /><br />I hope you have a wonderful weekend!LDswimshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16047339088972152520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-67514885575529028212012-10-05T19:01:00.741-05:002012-10-05T19:01:00.741-05:00I should add......., if you get the same thing on ...I should add......., if you get the same thing on the second go around....it's time for your ass to move on!!! lol speckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00127876090171082549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-17849065835575732422012-10-05T18:43:20.670-05:002012-10-05T18:43:20.670-05:00Laura Belle....I like you. I really, really like y...Laura Belle....I like you. I really, really like you! <br /><br />Before I get started on my comment, I just have to say that the "Beth or Bath" comment cracked me up. <br /><br />Speaking eloquently is not one of my assets but I will try to respond in the most respectful way I can. <br /><br />I can relate to everything you said about the Chicago trip as far as the camaraderie with some of the ladies. So without pointing fingers......<br /><br />it's hard to admit or take ownership in our faults. Am I satisfied with my behavior and how I treated others. I am. <br /><br />If given the opportunity, would I do some things differently? I would. <br /><br />My brother said something to me once and it has stuck with me ever since. "People "show" you who they are." <br /><br />So someone can appear one way on a blog, in an email, or on a facebook comment, but it's what you get in person that truly matters. <br /><br />I've seen a few comments on blogs that in a roundabout way said they don't give a shit about how someone felt about certain behaviors. <br /><br />I care. <br /><br />I believe in giving second chances. Not only for the other person(s), but for myself. <br /><br />I was watching a show once and several people talked about the first time they met someone and how much of a jerk they thought they were. <br /><br />They said if they didn't give them that second chance, they would have missed out on someone who became a big influence in their life!<br /><br />Sorry, so long. And thanks Laura, you helped me in more ways than you know. <br /><br />Sandra speckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00127876090171082549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-80488758548326864162012-10-05T18:37:29.635-05:002012-10-05T18:37:29.635-05:00Wow, you sure you don't know me....you are des...Wow, you sure you don't know me....you are describing me to a T. You are great and I am sure you shined more than you think you did. Can't wait to meet you next year...we can just toast each other and hug....I do those things great!<br />Tina@The BanditGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05261745573403742996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-24661441402208164362012-10-05T17:44:13.892-05:002012-10-05T17:44:13.892-05:00Come to AZ!!! :) Even if we have to hang out in a...Come to AZ!!! :) Even if we have to hang out in a closet or bathtub! Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01661630983714342253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-15858600339408841032012-10-05T17:42:14.341-05:002012-10-05T17:42:14.341-05:00I would have been the same way quiet too. I coul...I would have been the same way quiet too. I could have went I'm in Detroit so fairly close to drive. I didn't but maybe next year...thanks for posting. <br /><br />I love Wyatt !Michelle https://www.blogger.com/profile/02190095491442644277noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-61122651027014050232012-10-05T17:33:25.341-05:002012-10-05T17:33:25.341-05:00I get confused over the AZ Jens too. Lol. I hope o...I get confused over the AZ Jens too. Lol. I hope one day to keep them straight. ;) <br /><br />I also have the social anxiety... although people I know and love would not think that. It takes me a bit to warm up, but once I do... I am hard to shut up. lol<br /><br />Wish I had been there to meet you and all the ladies. And Ronnie told me how crazy you are. She is scared. Very. <br /><br />I kid. I kid. ;)adorkblhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12736190761715166989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-72789564492189787262012-10-05T17:10:53.162-05:002012-10-05T17:10:53.162-05:00I LOVED meeting you! I think you are just as gorge...I LOVED meeting you! I think you are just as gorgeous as in your pictures on your blog and funny as well!!Glad we met and hopefully next time, we'll get to spend more time with each other.. <br />Us AZ Jen's are confusing huh?? :) Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09119341159470483276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-88380486337928416482012-10-05T17:05:11.428-05:002012-10-05T17:05:11.428-05:00Love you, babe!Love you, babe!Rhondahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02136948771014366470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3718196829718123475.post-44460865049429562542012-10-05T16:48:28.978-05:002012-10-05T16:48:28.978-05:00Dude, you are awesome. You know it, I know it, and...Dude, you are awesome. You know it, I know it, and that is all that matters. Mariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18351183370829095982noreply@blogger.com