BlogHer 12. I survived it. It was a whirlwind trip, and I’m so happy to be home. Exhausted, but happy. Before I catch some desperately needed zzz’s, I thought I’d share a few pictures with you.
Tomorrow I’ll write a more in depth post and respond to comments on the previous one, but for today I’ll just share a glimpse of some sights and a few products that caught my eye in NYC.
The view from my room at the Hilton was nice, and the room was pretty comfy. That said, the Hilton has crappy internet service in the rooms, which made it really hard to blog. This was an issue in 2010 too, so you’d think they’d get it together.
I didn’t get much time to walk around and enjoy the sights, but I did get a chance to take in this bit of magnificence. A natural wonder for sure.
The conference itself was great, but we’ll discuss that tomorrow. For tonight, I’m going to share with you some products I saw on the expo floor that I thought were pretty nifty.
Lifeproof makes cases for your electronics that protects them from liquid. Something that I appreciate after losing a phone in both the pool and the toilet. Considering how much it costs to insure iPhones, this seems like a good investment.
If you have a pint sized car lover in your family, you might want to check out the new HotWheels Wall Tracks. With tracks that secure to the wall with 3M Command Strips, your little one will have a blast watching the cars zip around their room. And you won’t have to worry about holes in your walls. Pretty darn cool.
I’m not sure why I didn’t take a picture of Rickland Orchard’s Greek Yogurt Bars, because they were incredible. Maybe it’s because I ate it before I could snap a picture of it. It comes in a variety of flavors, but my favorite was the blueberry. It just might be the very best granola bar I’ve ever eaten.
But the award for the booth with the biggest crowd went to Eden Fantasys. They ran out of product well before the conference was over. Maybe that’s why all of the women seemed to be in a good mood this conference. I sure hope they come back every year.
As promised, I gathered together some swag for a giveaway. It’s a huge assortment of products, and there’s even more than what I have pictured, but this is just a taste of what will be in the winner’s box. You get what you see in the shot above, and everything pictured from here on down…
$15 in PetSmart gift cards, $5 Build A Bear gift card, a blingie camera strap for your point and shoot camera, an assortment of free product coupons, and lots more.
And a little blast from the past. It’s a size small, but I’m sure you will find some cool use for it. See? I haven’t forgotten my roots.
You didn’t think I’d chicken out, did you? I was one of the first in line. The things I do for you. So self-sacrificing.
But wait, there’s more! Trojan was also buzzing around the expo floor. Here is their new Triphoria, and I even got you batteries. You’re welcome.
How would you like to win this fine assortment of prizes? I mean c’mon, this is even better than those prizes you get in Contestant’s Row on The Price Is Right! Who needs a motorized scooter when you can win all of this?
To enter, comment on this post by leaving your first name, last initial, the state you are from, and that’s it. I toyed around with having you guys share which product you’re most excited to win, but I think that would be too much to ask. But oh so much fun to read.
Entries must be received by Sunday, August 12th 11:59 pm ET. Good luck!
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So much swag…id love to win!
Jessica D from CT
Johanna H. from MA
Looks like you had lots of fun!!! Amy R. Kansas
Wow! Looks like you had So much fun! I’d LOVE to win! Thanks for being so generous!
Melissa M From Indiana =)
Cassie S. CA
It looks like you had a blast. I went to a convention this year, but came back with comic books instead of that fun things you got. Maybe I need to hit up a new convention.
so many fun things…thanks for the chance to win. olga from CA
Chandrea S from MI! After reading about your experience with the new Poise towelettes, I can’t wait to hear how everything else went!
Windi H from IN
Ooooooo I love the t-shirt!
Elizabeth W. from OH
Lauren T., TX
Lana P from Missouri
Kathy B from PA
Greetings from Illinois! Glad to hear you had fun at the conference
Jackie J, Illinois
So glad you had such a great time!
Amy V. from MA
Jessica W from TN
Teresa P. AZ
Jessica A. Louisiana
Jan J from CA
Great loot, Melanie! Krista S. from WA
Holly S Illinois
Coment by Sunday Aug 2???? What year?
Lisa K from PA
Julie P from MN
This would be such a blessing to win!
Katie B
Michigan
Maureen L. from Massachusetts.
Looks like you had a great time!
“Entries must be received by August 2nd”.
You do realize that your post was published on August 6:) I’m sure it’s a lack of sleep:)
I posted at 1am. Nothing god happens at 1am. Thanks for catching the mistake.
Mynde from greenfield Indiana
I could say the lorax bag, but it might be a lie ;0)
Jessica A from Ma
Kathy E., Enfield, CT
What Fun! An amazing assortment of products that you’re giving away!! You did mean the 12th of August?
Absolutely Love your posts & your new format!!
Thanks so much for sharing!!!!!
What, August 2th isn’t a date?
This has to be the greatest giveaway I’ve seen thus far via ANY blog or website. Mel, you definitely rock. Glad you had a great time too
Thanks for the opportunity to enter to win. Nancy R. (PA)
Cindy m. From pennsylvania
Aimee M. from MA
Judy P – norwell, ma
Debbie P. from MI
Kristin M. from Hanover, PA
Thanks for the chance, glad you had a nice time!
Susan A. from Pa
Thanks from Liz S. in MA!
Merri C from Mass.
Looks like you had a great time.
Nina from Indiana
Cynthia S.
Dighton, MA
Looks like you had a great time!
Sherri K. from Florida
Ohio
Kristine P. in CT
Regina H from MO
Seana M-NY
Looks like you had fun but it’s always nicer to get back home.
Tammy S – NY
Looks like you had a great trip. Thanks for the opportunity!
Becky V. from TN
Patti L, GA
Dion F., OH
Great pictures! Thanks for the giveaway–I see several stocking stuffers!
Kathy R, Ohio – love the new look of your blog!
Felicia J., Nebraska
Martha K from Virginia – Looks like a great trip. I can’t wait to hear about it. : )
Missy E. New York. Looks like you had so much fun
glad you are home safe and sound though. we missed u!
Looks like you had a lot of fun!
WOW i’d love to win!
Kelly J from OH
Sounds like a great conference!
Hmmmm… there’s a few things in that there swag I’d have some fun with
Rachael M from Texas
Trish M from massachusetts
Looks like a great time!
Jessica H., Virginia. Woo hoo! This looks like a great prize!
Chris G. from NH
DOROTHY F. VERMONT
Noreen T from Massachusetts
Hope L
OH
That size small t-shirt could easily be turned into a reusable bag!
Victoria S. , Rhode Island
Thanks for the chance to win!
Mary F. from NC
Melissa O. from Virginia. HOLY COW, this looks like the best giveaway ever!
Joy Leanne N from Virginia.
Got to be honest this would take care of most of my Christmas stuff. Including hubby.
Your too funny! LOL
Forgot from Ohio
So much fun!
Sue R., New Hampshire
Pick me! Emily G from OH
Liz M from Nebraska!
That is quite the varied assortment! Yikes!
Ally S. MA
Sonya C from Washington
Molly K from MA
Even though it’s protected, just looking at that iPhone in a bowl of water is making me antsy!
Heather S. NY
Alisha C. Ohio. Love the pics!
Sounds like you had a great time! Amanda B. Ohio
Heidi V from PA
Lisa p from butler pa. Boy there is one or two things I would enjoy!
I’d love to win! Peg C. from MA
Meghan B. and I’m from Missouri. There are a few products Id want to try!
terri meyers, Wisconsin~ I am feeling lucky!
Heather T , NC
Jen G., Maine
Mallory S, Ohio
Looks like you had a great time!
Kimberly G, Stamford CT
Looks like so much fun!
Mandy M from Missouri
Cool swag…
Stacey H. New Hampshire
Looks like fun!!
Jean S. from MA
Jackie B. San Diego, CA
Lisa D from GA – I bet I can guess what most of us would be “excited” to win!
Carrie L. from Iowa
Kara S. from Ohio
Tara T., VA
Morgan L from CA
Wow – that looks like an amazing trip! Can’t wait to read more about it. =)
Kirsty S, NC
Loriann H from MA – These conferences always look like so much fun…but not as fun as what’s in this giveaway! lol
cheryl e. from pa
Michelle R. From NJ. Thanks!
Yvette L, MT
Julia P. from Texas
Angie S from Missouri and OMGoodness I so knew you’d come through for us Angie S. your the next contestant on the Price is Right – Waiting patiently Melanie looks amazing
Aimee C., Quincy, MA
Naked cowboy! Looks like you had a lot of fun!
After the Poise post, I knew you wouldn’t chicken out on the “goods”…*ahem*!
Put my name in the hat! ;0)
Sonya Z- Colorado
Tammy L. SD
You look like you had the BEST time! Thanks for taking time to post your adventure….
I’ve been to NYC and haven’t run up on the Naked Cowboy yet! lol
Love your view from the Hilton! Crappy internet and all….seems to be the theme these days with that…we have the same problem when we travel….
Really fun give away!
Looks like a lot of fun!
Alex H
OH
Margaret P. from NC
So glad you had a good time!
Wow! This I must win so I can travel ( vicariously)of course! What a fun trip you had!! How to get in on these things?? Inquiring minds would like to know!! :.)
Rita S in VA
Much better than The Price is Right !!!
Looks like it was a great experience(except for bad internet)
Teri J
ID
Oh my lord woman what a fabulous give a way!!
Linda L from RI
WhooHooo Awesome giveaway – Thank you!!
Michelle K – NY State
Therese S. from Minnesota.
Looks like you had lots of fun!
Wow, you were busy. No wonder I barely saw you! Glad you got back safely!
Elizabeth R from New York Looks like you had a blast!
Louise M. MS
Jenna V. From NY
Lisa F, IL
What a great giveaway!
Tshanina P from TN
Thanks for the giveaway Melanie!
You look like you had a wonderful time and wow, I would love to win the giveaway.
Stephanie S. from Ohio
OOOh.. nice giveaway!
Looks like a blast!
Sara r CA
Traci M. Massachusetts
Thanks for the chance to win!! This would be a great package to get in the mail!!
Jenny H. Washington state
Kristin C
PA
Kimberly F from NY – is it bad that (a) I was looking for what ended up being in the last photos; and (b) at first thought maybe the “magic tap” was it?
Enjoyed your posts from NYC. What a great deal for some lucky person.
Taylor P
MO
Thanks for the chance to win!! Leslie C. North Carolina
Elizabeth M from Texas! Looks like you got some great stuff!
Cindy B from CA.
Heather O. from PA!
Danielle K from WI.. a girl can never have too many toys.
Vaishali S from WA
Heather R, NV
Looks like it was a blast!
Buzz on sister:) Dawn B., SC
Wow, that is an awesome prize pack. I would love to win (:
Marie T
California
What an awesome giveaway!
Andrea C.
California
Rory T. Wyoming
Great blog!
Amy P from Michigan! Looks like you had a great time, can’t wait to read more!
I’ll answer the question… The thing I’d most like to win is the Magic Tap lol Ok so I chickened out! You’re much braver than I am
Thanks for the giveaway Melanie!
Nicole B
RI
Nancy H.
Oklahoma
So much good stuff!
Sawyier P.
Kentucky
Wendy W from Lake Saint Louis, MO
Looks like you had awesome fun!
Andrea M. from Florida
Pick Me! Pick Me!
St. Louis, MO
Kim S. Texas
Raelynn M.
New York
Yvonne G. from North Dakota
I’d be totally geeked for the Petsmart gift cards-dog and cat food gets expensive!
Oxana H. from MN
Thanks! Sara B from Ohio
Jodi D. Florida
Lexi B. from Georgia here!
meghan b. ohio
SaraS in NC
Kelly M from MA.
Looks like you had a great time – you always have the best give-aways
Kerri L in NH
Would love to win!!!
Sounds like you had a great time. They sure know how to keep the ladies happy, huh???
Jen R., NH
Wow! What a great trip Melanie! I can’t wait to ‘read all about it.’ Thank you once again for offering such a grand give away with such an assortment of ‘fun’ products!
Kista B, MA.
Wow! What a trip! Looks like you had a great time.
Jennifer S.
Chelmsford, Ma.
fun giveaway! Vivian N. from Florida
Aimee G from ID
Rosanne A in VA
I would love to have that box go goodies show up on my doorstep
Good grief! I can’t spell OR follow directions.
Beth B
Florida
I would love this. I broke my wrist in 5 places and had surgery 3 weeks ago and I am not a happy camper. I am trying to chill out, but it hurts like crazy and I hate depending on anyone to help. This entry and the Poise one made me laugh. Thanks.
I’m out here on the Washington State coast, were the sun hardly ever shines. It would be a sunny day if I won. “You are my sunshine, my only sunshine…..”
Oh my. Oh my. Swagalicious! Shelly D. I’m from Maryland. And honestly, I’m excited about the Buildabear and free product coupons.
Lindsay M. from VA
Wow! I’d love to win any of that. I’m really hoping to be able to go next year. It looks like it was a great time for all.
Kate B. Bucyrus Ohio
Debbie M., Virginia
Hi Melanie,
I”ve been following your website for about 2 years now and I’ve always wanted to comment but I never knew exactly what to say. I guess I just wanted to say how much I appreciate your humor and your outlook on life! I loved the Coupon Goddess website and I love this new one even more. Each time I find a “steal” at the grocery store, I think of you! I was so heartbroken when you were injured last summer and I read each and every post you wrote! You were in my prayers and although I didn’t post ( I still regret that) , I hope maybe in some small way you could feel all of the prayers and positive energy that was being sent your way! I am beyond thrilled that you’ve made an amazing recovery! Thanks again for brightening my days with you blog and your fearless spirit!
Irina G., CT
Thanks for another fun giveaway, Melanie!
You are so much fun to follow and read! I’m looking forward to the *exciting* giveaway.
Raquel R. from Colorado
Stephanie P, Arizona
Looks like fun!
Karla S. from Virginia
Looks like a lot of fun!
Jen K
From MA
Kelli Z from Mi
OMG Melanie!! Wow looks like a great time and ps – good outfit choices!
Angela D from Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Andrea O. TX
I have no problem telling you I am most excited about that monkey butt powder the males in our house use that stuff like it’s going out of style prevents chaffing in these 100+ days of Texas summer:)
HOLY BLOGGER, BATGIRL! What a fantastic prize giveaway! And your pictures make me want to go back to NYC.
Thank you!
CHERYL L., ILLINOIS
Lynne F. from Tennessee!!
Love the pictures !!!
Cindy J
Minnesota
What a great haul! Love that you share with others!
Kim V.
North Carolina
Rachel F., VA
Felicia M., WV
Looks liek such a good time! I want to win! Jenese O. MA
Monique N from Mass.
haha great post!
Lilly O., North Carolina
Lanea W.
Missouri
Tiera H.
Missouri
Ashley H.
North Carolina.
Sounds like so much fun! I wanna go, well no I wanna win!!!!!!!!!!!!
Donna B., Massachusetts
Jenna C – Maine!
Melanie H.
CT
Looks like that conference was fun!
Oh Melanie, you always crack me up!
Melissa H, NC
Krystle W. from Texas! Looks like an awesome give away!!! Thanks for this chance to win!
Britnie V from TN
Better than Christmas! -Karla H , Illinois
Looks like you had fun!
Merideth S., Texas
Laura O., Michigan
Looks like a good time!
Wow! I know I would be so “excited” to win **blush**…
Michele S from CO
Doreen C., Texas
Melissa M. from California
Thanks for the great giveaway!
Pam R, CA
Mandi B. from SD
Looks like some cool stuff!
Emma W VT
Felicia K
NY
Tammy T. from Kentucky
sara s from ny
I am betting you really enjoyed the naked cowboy.
Taylor Y. from Pennsylvania- Looks like you had a great time!
Looks like a lot of fun goodies
amanda d from NY.
Darn phone! It should say amanda C
Tara F. from NJ.
Thanks for the opportunity.
sweetpeonies07 at gmail
Lee Ann D. – Pennsylvania
The I even got you batteries, your welcome comment made me LOL…. Looks like you had a great time and thank you for the opportunity at the swag…
Shannon M.
South Carolina
Thank you for a chance to win! Glad you had a blast!
Martha R from Florida
Megan G from SC
Nayola L. from NV.
Looks like you had a great time in New York- thanks for the giveaway!!
LInda T
Illinois
I would love to win!
Julie s. from Indiana
Trisha K from Florida.
Glad you had a great time, thanks for sharing!
Wow. You had fun!
Tien L. From California
Looks like such a fun time! It’s too bad about the Internet though, Can’t blog without it!
Oops forgot… Melissa N. from NH
Michelle L. from Ohio
You never cease to amaze me! I wonder how many male readers will enter this one for their honey?!
Katherine M. from NC
Looks like you had a great time!
Tracie V. from Michigan
Thanks!
Patti H from MA
Sandy b maryland
marilyn z from NY
You picked up lots of great things. I’d love to win & try out those items.
Debbie S. Michigan
Thanks for the great prize package!
Kym O from PA… Wow, the bag of free coupons is enough to make me giddy.. But I’m sure some of those “fun” products could even impress my husband
looks like you’ve had fun!
Mass.
Sweet swag!!!
Nicole B
Wisconsin
Awesome giveaway!!
Kris E in Ohio
Debbie C. from VA
Stephanie R. from MA – so glad you had a great time!!!!!! I head home tomorrow, it’s been fun but I’m exausted after what will be 3 days at a trade show. I love NYC but I can’t wait to get home!!!
sarah y in oregon
Diane M – North California
Britt D in South Dakota
I’m amazed that a hotel hosting it’s second major blogging conference has not gotten it’s wi-fi act together. Yikes. Thanks for the chance at a whole lot of awesome goodness!
Wow! What great stuff!
Brooke F from Ohio
qudsia m from maine
Estera N. – from WA
Cheryl H from SD.
Great blog!
Tara R. in Florida
Jennifer W. from MI
Cathy from CA
Thanks!
Susan P from NC- looks like lots of fun things will come my way if I win! Thanks.
Looks like you had so much fun! I love NYC, makes me want to visit there again.
Pam M in MD
Seems like you had a lot of fun! I love swag lol
Jordan D. from Rhode Island
Crystal N. From Iowa.
Tina H.
Washington State
BlogHer looked like fun – I will see you next year!
Kristin B. from SC
Jennifer B.
WA
Kristen K from AK. Glad you had a great time at the conference! I went last year, and had oh so much fun =)
Erica B. from Kansas
Tara P from WV
Jen T in NH
My youngest son was so excited to see a Hot Wheels car – bet he’s the only one here looking at that as opposed to everything else
Minnesota !
I would love to win!
Paula M from Arkansas
katherine j. alabama
Oh my! That is some giveaway
Andi T in PA
Tracy D. , Utah
Heather B. MA
I would LOVE to win this but I have ZERO luck so congrats to the one that does win.
Brianna P, New Jersey!
Joanne B-Maine
Sheree F from Virginia! Thanks for the giveaway!
Theresa T from MA
Wow Melanie, it looks like you took home some amazing stuff! You crack me up with your witty humor! I hope to someday be able to attend BlogHer. But for now, I will simply enjoy your posts about it!
Kendra S. – FL
from Ohio
Tamra B. from Colorado
Ingrid M. from California. Thank you for the wonderful giveaway.
Dawn P. Michigan
Oh. My. Lanta. Such swag! I aspire to go to one of these conferences one day!
Rachel T, MA
Andrea A in OK
Pennsylvania
Sophie M from Wisconsin
Diana D in MA
Kayla K. from New York, NY
Dana W. Chicago, IL
Melanie you look like you had a ball!! You so, so deserved it!! Glad you could see your old friends and make many new ones as well!!
Didi D. – Greece, NY
Love it all! Cute tee shirts!
Malia P. , Honokaa, HI
Sounds like it was great, and your poise post almost made me need the original poise product
Chris G from MA
Kim A / Florida
Love the blog!!!!
Sounds like such a great time! I’m so glad you had fun!
Lisa M. From MA
Oh yeah, baby! (said in my best Austin Powers voice)
Glad you had a fab time and grateful you’re willing to share the, ahem, goodies!
Kathy C., TN
Deb B., MA
Glad you had a great time!
Rosie R from CA, I would love to try the butt monkey powder.
It looks like so much fun!!
Emily H., Fort Worth, Texas
Keli n
Pa.
Carmela C., NJ
What a great giveaway!
Liza C from CA
Im really digging the blingy camera strap! <3
Sara H. from CA
This looks awesome and Im glad you had a great time. But what? No Poise wipes?
Melody L from California
I love your blog!
Patricia from MA.
Patricia N. from MA. Sorry, forgot my last initial last time.
Thanks for the chance to win!
Pattie Q. NJ
Heather C. in Indiana
That HotWheels track is amazing! I would play with that by myself
Thanks for the opportunity!
April B– Asheville NC
Cheryl P. in Texas
I am most exicited about the Petsmart coupons…were you expecting a different answer? LOL
Dana S. from York, SC
Fact: Best. Giveaway. Ever.
Melissa M. – Maine
melissaleemarquis@yahoo.com
I would love to win this!
Cheryl P. from California
Glad you had a great time and best of all got to see so many friends. Work is not work when you are with friends.
Char L. MI
Would love to win it ALL!
i scrolled down and saw the vibrator! wait ..with batteries too? you are too kind lol . here’s hoping no one else sees my comment. hope you had fun out there.
Dimie D- TX
Kim W – Illinois
Thanks thanks thanks!!!
I’m glad we don’t have to choose which items we like best…just thinking about it leaves me speechless!
joelle c new jersey
Melinda from MI
I would love that load of goodies!! I would turn the tshirt into a pillow 
Michelle Z. NJ
I LOVE THAT T-SHIRT!
Lori A from CA
Jenny Wisconsin
carol m New Hampshire
Deirdre T, CA
From WA, looks like you had a blast! Cool give away
Kathy C from Arkansas
Isabel M – Ohio
Amy S from NC. Thanks!
Donna L. From Virginia!
Rebecca A. from NC…
Shannon G from Ohio.
Mary G. – S.C. I’d be happy to share with others if I win!
Sheri L from CA!
Would love a chance to win the… ahem, Lorax bag!! lol
Mandy A
Jemison, AL
looks like a lot of fun!
Sherry L. CA
michelle j from FL
Lori C. Maryland
Kelley O. from Wisconsin – I love you Mel and would love the swag!
Jennifer D., CA
Great giveaway! Glad you enjoyed your trip!
Laurie S. from Ma.
Sara Beth R
VA
Christen W., CT
I’d love to win this!