Ever since I got the first email, I’ve been somewhere between a state of shock and disbelief. Me, really? You want me? Are you sure you got the right girl?
This weekend I’m speaking at Elevate Blog Conference. It’s the first conference that I’ll ever speak at. I’m excited, a little nervous, hoping I don’t feel like crap, and mostly wondering, “does anyone want to hear what I have to say?”
I mean, who am I to be sharing advice on blogging? Am I legit enough to have my thoughts matter?
I will never forget arriving at CE in March, meeting some of the sweetest girls I’ve ever met, crashing their room with my GIANT aerobed, and then learning that one of the girls was totally looking forward to meeting me. ME? Really? I’m just a dorky momma fumbling through this.
Top: Old Navy, Pants: Gap, Tee: Shade Clothing, Shoes: Old Navy, Belt: Old Navy, Watch: Michael Kors
I guess the bigger question is what makes someone legit enough to talk at one of these things? Are there quantifiable meausures that must be met, or buzz that must be gained?
No matter how “big” I get, I don’t think I’ll ever feel legit enough to be sharing at a conference. But that’s just the thing, I’m sharing my story, my perspective, and my thoughts. I don’t have to be legit to have a story….it’s just if anyone gives a hoot!
I think that keeping that mindset of not being big is a good thing, it’ll keep you humble. That’s a ridiculously cute outfit too.
I think you’re pretty legit.
But…I don’t know…maybe I’m just a dorky college student looking for a dorky momma to hang out with. 
You are so awesome! Last night I was out to dinner with a girlfriend (who is now one of my best friends thanks to the blogging world) and we were chatting about how much we love you and your blog! I was so hoping to come to the conference this weekend, especially when I saw that you were one of the speakers! You are going to do amazing!! Have the best time!!
I think you are pretty legit in my book!
You have such a sweet & humble heart Nina!! ♥ ya!!
you’re so silly…you’re totally legit and we all love you!
yes, people want to hear what you have to say….its refreshing, honest and real life…..
you speak from the heart and are totally relatable and likeable….
You are 100% legit! To be honest I can’t even pinpoint for you what it is about you and your blog that makes you legit… It just is. When I asked you to swap blogs with me awhile back and you said yes, it made my whole week! I mean, come on, your Nina of Momma Go Round!
Hi – just wondering if the eShakti givewaway has been done yet and if the winner was announced…I probably missed it somewhere.
I think your “2 legit 2 quit.” hahahaha I just HAd to throw the MC Hammer reference in there somehow. Anyway, I TOTALLY think you are indeed legit enough… you have been niche blogging successfully and do a great job at it! I think the rest of us have a lot to learn from you. I’ve been all-over-the-place blogging for awhile and only in the past few months have realized how important it is for me to grow my niche…so anyway, GOOD FOR YOU. If I was going, I’d look forward to meeting you too! =)
What?! You are legit because you are funny, down to earth, and awesome! Did I mention adorable? Loved meeting you
hope we’ll see each other again soon! xoxo
Oh goodness, I could go on and on about how legitfied you truly are. you are so legit that I had to make up a word to describe the level of your legitness. Jen and I were just talking about who in the world we could get to top this years speakers because you all were just amaze balls. There could not have been a more perfect person to have opened our conference. I was seriously hanging on every word when I wasn’t running around like a duck face and mean chicken. love you girl!
You have always been legit because you keep it real, you’re down to earth, and aren’t afraid to say it like it is. This is one of the things I love the most about you. AND….let’s not forget how hilarious you are! You are the “bloggers” pajama’s….I hope I didn’t just totally geek out on you. xoxo
From someone super new to the blogging world, I really appreciate your perspective. I love how candid and real you are. It makes all who listen to you feel at ease. I have been researching how to be a great Blogger, and I must say, imho, you are great. I am sure you weren’t fishing for compliments with your post, but too bad. You got ‘em.
I brag to people about how Elisabeth spooned with you. Like, all the time. And I adore you. And I looooved spending time with you. You are THE coolest, sweetest, kindest, most legit.