Good morning. I am in Portland, Oregon for the Press Publish Conference. I have my itinerary, name tag and my goodies bag. I am thinking I might wear my “I Love Sheila My Big Fat Pig” T shirt. I will try it on with my skirt right now. I think it might work with this colourful crowd.
Last night, by the time I arrived, Portland was turning the lights out. So the only shots I could bring you were from my lovely, lovely hotel room at The Embassy Suites, downtown.
But I was so tired I could barely keep my eyes open so off to bed I went.
Once I have sent you this I will go off down to have breakfast (I am starving) and very soon this day will unfold. It might be just another day for many people, but I am the kind of person who is easily entertained and excited by ordinary events so I am sure to find some new and interesting things to tell you tomorrow.
And because of the live streaming you can be there too, if you want to. My talk ( 1.45 Pacific Time) including question time is 30 minutes. But I am thinking – what if people don’t ask me questions. Do you have any questions for me? That is a useful thought. I could put a few of your questions up my sleeve in case of uncomfortable silences.
It will be fun though. Now I had better go, iron my skirt and wrestle my hair into some semblance of order and find some food. Now that is not my usual morning is it?!
I shall report back tomorrow.
Lots of love,
Your travelling friend
celi
The Kitchen's Garden 
72 responses to “Portland”
I think that it is so wonderful that you get to experience some of my Pacific Northwest…Portland is so…….eclectic? They have an amazing Saturday Market that you might like, so you will have to visit again just to take in more of the sights. I hope the conference supplies some lovely Voodoo Donuts for the speakers…they are amazing 🙂 Best Miss C, you will be wonderful.
It’s bizarre to see pavement on your blog! My question/observation is that anyone can take snaps but your photos are exceptional. What is your training or background in photography and how do you manage to juggle Camera House and (say) a pitchfork? We’re with you, dear one!
Did you get to watch? My favorite part was when she showed how she carries Camera House!
You’re in Portland! How exciting. I think the Sheila shirt is a good choice. My test stream worked this morning so I am good to go. You will have your very own cheering section in the Fellowship, clapping and cheering like mad. Enjoy meeting all of the people…network, network, network! 🙂
Printed out the programme, Starred the talks I want to listen to, between 15:50 & Midnight, my time….. I have given myself a late pass! 😉
A question?
“What one piece of advice would you give a greenhorn, thinking about starting a blog?”
Have fun and enjoy!
Celi, have a great day!! we’ll be with you going on to stage!!!
You plan ahead for everything – including there being no questions asked live! Wow! That is why the Farmy works so well. I am going to wear my Sheila Tee today in support and plan to be at the computer late afternoon in Michigan. You got this!
You have a great way with words and the audience will love it. Unfortunately I can’t listen to the podcast . Have a great day.
Gosh Celi, no doubt there will be lots of questions, even without those from the farmy! Maybe, and you probably already have plans to talk about your initial start-up and how friends helped you, like Chrissy Hellyer, and how she and others did and continue to spread the word about your blog. (I can never thank Chrissy enough for putting me in touch with you way back when you started writing!) Also, how the ‘guest posts’ help you when you must go away. And they are a treat for us as well. What else…? Diann has lots of great questions, and I think those in the seminar will too! Looking forward to seeing and hearing you live!!! xo
Squeee…so exciting!
How do you define success in your personal life, your blog life and life in general? What do you hope to accomplish in the next five years?
If all goes well we will be watching from yer BARN at 3:45CST.
And, I told you.. Portland is where people in their 20’s go to retire.
Cannot wait to see you in a few via livestream. Enjoy yourself!
C. so glad you arrived safe and sound in Portland last eve. We are heading down there today and are so excited to finally meet you tomorrow for our bubbly brunch! 🙂 You will be amazing today…I know it!
xo~Chris
My question would be how you manage to make every single blog every single day not just interesting but inspiring and a learning experience. I personally would love to know how you managed to make the major transition from city life to farm life. I know you read a lot. Lots of luck, Celi. Ivegot my ticket. I hope I’m able to tap in, not being apt at streaming.