Running from the Law: Hello Scout Weekend

Monday, October 19, 2015

Hello Scout Weekend

This past weekend I ventured a bit out of my comfort zone and headed to Las Vegas to spend three days with a bunch of ladies I'd never met, but felt like I'd known forever.  For most people, this probably sounds really weird, but if you're a blogger, you probably know what I'm talking about. The mamas I met up with are all part of the Savvy Sassy Moms Scout program (or are contributing writers for the site), none of whom had ever met in real life before.  However, reading their blogs, following them on social media and interacting in our discussion group, I felt like we were all long-lost friends, just waiting for our reunion.  

The weekend was amazing.  We had great weather for hanging out at the pool having cocktails.  We did some shopping and some gambling, ate a ton of great food and even made an appearance at a nightclub that was so loud our guts were vibrating for hours after leaving.  But mostly, we talked shop (or blog), shared ideas, told stories, joked around, asked for advice, gave encouragement and bonded over a shared love of our kids and storytelling.  In a time when it can sometimes feel so hard to make new friends and find people that truly get you, this was an incredible experience.  I'm so honored to be a part of this group and privileged to get to know these mamas.  

16 comments:

  1. I so wish I got to tag along. Especially since Vegas is a quick flight for me. Stupid me had to plan a family vacation at the same time. Looks like a blast glad you had so much fun!

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  2. What an awesome little trip! I especially loved the snap chatting of your packing!!!

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  3. How fun! I loved seeing your pictures on IG and ended up following some of the other bloggers too!

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  4. So fun and what a great way to spend your weekend!

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  5. How fun! What a great weekend escape!

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  6. looks like you had a blast! what a fun opportunity!!

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  7. It was so fun following along on your IG account! It looks like you had a pretty stellar weekend!

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  8. We are sharing our recap later this week, but yours was spot on when it comes to people not really "getting" why we all went. Hope your week back at home has been wonderful!

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  9. That sounds absolutely fabulous!! Loved all of the Instagram photos you shared while there. :)

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  10. Sounds like a fabulous weekend! Love all of the pictures. My five year old has been begging to go to Vegas. He saw a special on the travel channel and they made it look so fun for kids. haha.

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  11. PS - we stayed at Circus Circus one time. Never again! hahaha.

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  12. I loved all of the fun via Instagram! Especially the pic with the margarita(?) pitcher! :)

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  13. Love, love, LOVE! So wish I could have gone, next scout trip for sure!!

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  14. Love the blog community and 'friends' I have made. Sounds like a great time! :)

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  15. What a fun trip! A mom's weekend away sounds amazing. Glad you had a good time :)

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  16. SO wish I could have gone with you guys!!! Next time for sure! So glad you all had such a wonderful time!

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