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July 3, 2010 by: Shell

Type A Mom

Am I a Type A Mom?

Well, probably definitely not. But, shhhhhhhhh, let’s keep that between us. Do they kick you out of the Type A Mom Conference for that? I really hope not! Because I’m going!

September 24-26 in Asheville, NC. Even though it’s still probably a five hour hike for me to get there, it’s in my state, so it makes it seem like it’s close.

I’m really excited to hear the speakers, learn some more about blogging, and to meet the other bloggers who will be there!

When I first heard about it, I knew I’d love to go. But, since it is for the whole weekend and being that far from home, I’d have to pay not only for my ticket, but my hotel room, food, and gas. I could come up with some of it, but not all- you know our economy, I’m a stay-at-home mom, plus we took a pretty serious hit when my middle son was so sick last year. Not saying this for pity- it’s just life, you know? So, I almost shrugged it off as something that wasn’t going to happen.

But, I’d heard about personal sponsorships and bloggers who were able to get them for conferences, so I asked around about how to do that.

What I learned was that it’s best to ask a company that you have already worked with. That you should actually love the product and the company, so that you feel comfortable promoting them in whatever ways that you are allowed by the conference’s guidelines.

After giving it some thought, I decided to approach the owner of Tooth Soap® about the possibility of sponsoring me for the conference.

I’m  a total Tooth Soap ® convert- no more toothpaste for us! So, I knew that it would be easy for me to talk about the fabulous product from my sponsor and be genuine about it. You should have seen Hubs’s face when we had run out of Tooth Soap ® and he had to use toothpaste for two days until our new order came in- it was hilarious how grossed out he was by the toothpaste after months of using Tooth Soap ®.  Our kids use it, too- and because it’s all-natural and non-toxic, I don’t have to stress out if they don’t spit it all out.

As for the owner herself, Karen is a such a caring person. She’s generously donated to help Jaden and Mission Monkey(you can find buttons for both of these sweethearts in my sidebar).

Plus, you have to admire her for starting her company at her kitchen table, with just $100 and an idea.

So, a product I love, coming from a company with such a great owner- well, that was my first choice of someone to work with!

I pitched Karen, crossed my fingers, held my breath, and now I can say that I am:

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Thank you so much to Tooth Soap ® for sponsoring me! If you having been living under a rock and haven’t heard of them, be sure to check them out! You will love it!

And pssssst: if you use the coupon code *July* when you check out, you can get 45% off your order right now!

BFF: Can We Ever Do Enough As Moms?
Shell-LITE

Comments

  1. Oka says

    July 3, 2010 at 10:40 am

    Have fun and I don't think you could of picked a better sponsor (and they couldn't of picked a better person to sponsor).

  2. Brittney says

    July 3, 2010 at 10:41 am

    thats awesome shell! have fun 🙂

  3. Semi-Slacker Mom says

    July 3, 2010 at 10:50 am

    I'm so excited for for! Karen is the greatest!

  4. Karen Mortensen says

    July 3, 2010 at 11:00 am

    Good for you. Have a wonderful time.

  5. ~J says

    July 3, 2010 at 11:12 am

    That's awesome! Have fun!

  6. Di says

    July 3, 2010 at 11:21 am

    That's so generous of her to sponsor you! Hope you enjoy the trip – you deserve it!

  7. Sonora says

    July 3, 2010 at 11:31 am

    Good for you! I'm so glad it worked out. I have never heard of tooth soap, but I am going to have to check it out. I would love to start going to all the conferences that are out there, but for now it is still unrealistic. I will just live vicariously through you. I hope you have a great time!

  8. Natalie says

    July 3, 2010 at 11:40 am

    Shell! I'm soooo excited for you – and maybe next year I'll even try to "pitch" a company 🙂

    I can't wait to hear about your adventures – I'm sure you will have lots of good advice and stories to share when you get back.

    Going to check out Tooth Soap – never heard of it before, but it is intriguing 🙂

  9. Tiffany says

    July 3, 2010 at 12:07 pm

    Good for you girl! That is so awesome! It's awesome when things work out the way you hope them too! Thanks for the special tip on ToothSoap, I'm checking it out!!

  10. Angie says

    July 3, 2010 at 12:28 pm

    Awesome! I know you will have a great (kid-free) time!

  11. Grace Adams says

    July 3, 2010 at 12:29 pm

    Congratulations! I'm going to check out tooth soap right now.

  12. Grace Adams says

    July 3, 2010 at 12:37 pm

    Tell your sponsor lady I ordered three bottles under my alter ego, Sandi. I want you to get credit for the sale.

  13. Babes Mami says

    July 3, 2010 at 12:43 pm

    That's amazing Shell! When I think of Toothsoap I do think of you actually, you or Supah.

    Do you know who lives about an hour and a half from Asheville??

    …

    ME!

  14. Amethyst Moon says

    July 3, 2010 at 1:05 pm

    Congratulations! I too am a toothsoap convert. It is amazing stuff! Have fun at the conference. I wish I was going, but tleast, I'll be at Blogher.

  15. Helene says

    July 3, 2010 at 1:05 pm

    That's awesome that you're able to go!!

  16. adrienzgirl says

    July 3, 2010 at 1:48 pm

    You are going to have so much fun! You better give us a play by play on bb chat like Steph did when she went to Blissdom!

  17. Jenn @ South of Sheridan says

    July 3, 2010 at 1:58 pm

    How awesome! Have a fantastic time! 🙂

  18. Beth Zimmerman says

    July 3, 2010 at 2:34 pm

    Congratulations, Shell! I'm excited for you!

  19. purseblogger says

    July 3, 2010 at 3:02 pm

    So excited for you girl! Can't wait to hear all about it. 🙂

    I so need to get me some toothsoap.

  20. Cold As Heaven says

    July 3, 2010 at 3:19 pm

    What's a Type-A mom (and a type-B mom if that exists)? Just curious >:)

    Cold As Heaven

  21. Andrea (ace1028) says

    July 3, 2010 at 5:07 pm

    That is AMAZING! Way to go!!! I'm mega-jealous. I totally want to go. I haven't checked out the prices, etc. but it's not exactly in the works for me right now. Have a blast!

  22. Cielo Azul Jewelry says

    July 3, 2010 at 6:30 pm

    Great!!! I've been under a rock, so I'm glad you lifted it up=0)

    xoxo,
    Carol

  23. Daisygirl says

    July 3, 2010 at 9:09 pm

    oh my gosh that is so awesome! Yeah for toothsoap! I am using my samples and love it!

  24. Lourie says

    July 4, 2010 at 2:06 am

    Sooo lucky! Have a good time.

  25. Lisa says

    July 4, 2010 at 11:23 pm

    CONGRATULATIONS! She is an awesome lady.

  26. Sarahviz says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:26 am

    How awesome for you! Hope (fingers crossed!) to see you there!

Welcome to Things I Can't Say: Tips and Tales from an Introverted Mom. I'm Shell. Boy mom, beach girl, bookworm, ball games, baker, brand ambassador, Thinking yoga, food, and travel should start with "b," too. Finding the easiest way to do some things while overthinking so many others. Read More…

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