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Fishful in New York

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 by Lolli 42 Comments

A few years ago, if you had asked me what I envisioned for the year 2010 I would have said, “More of the same.” Honestly, for me motherhood has been a lot of the same routine, day in and day out. Month after month and year after year. Motherhood has its highs and its lows, its ups and its downs. The ups – the hugs and the kisses, the stories shared together, the smiles on Christmas morning. The downs – cleaning up a sick child’s bed in the middle of the night or 10 years of changing diapers. But after 12 years of being a stay at home mom, I didn’t have a whole lot of variety in my life. Excitement, yes. Drama, for sure. Work, you’d better believe it.

I never would have pictured myself at age 35 on a train, heading back home after an exhilarating day trip to New York where I had the opportunity to participate in a live webcast press conference with Dr Karen Reivich, the founder of Fishful Thinking. Not only did I get to travel to NYC for the day and meet Karen, Pepperidge Farm and Mr Youth employees, but I also had the opportunity to speak. Yes, me! Speaking alongside Dr. Reivich, answering questions from the press and explaining the Fishful Thinking Ambassador program.

Lolli, Pepperidge Farm, and Dr Karen Reivich

Not the best picture of me (I was tired after a long day) but I love it just the same…because I adore being able to work with these ladies!

I never would have imagined myself having opportunities like the ones that blogging has brought me. The people I’ve met, the experiences I’ve had, the amazing things I’ve learned as I’ve had the chance to interact not only with great bloggers but with incredible people like Karen. They’ve only been possible because of my blog. It’s a lot for a little mom like me to take in, and some days I feel overwhelmed with gratitude and awe.

Fisheye Fishful Thinking conference kitchen

Here are a few of the photos from my incredible day in New York.

Chelsea Market New York City

Chelsea Market

Without going into too much detail, after a delicious lunch, the press gathered in a gorgeously decorated room (can I move in??).

Fishful Thinking Press Conference with Dr Karen Reivich

Dr. Reivich introduced the Fishful Thinking program, and then I talked about the Ambassador and Faculty program and what our role is in spreading the Fishful Thinking message. Karen then introduced each of the ingredients and three faculty members who were on the phone conferencing with us detailed activities that they had done with their families that fit with each of the ingredients. I finished off with one of the activities I’d done with my kids, and then we opened it up to questions. I was lucky enough to be able to sit with Karen and just chat, mom to mom. I also spent some good quality, feet-aching time with Carla, who is our Fishful Thinking go-to person. Carla showed me around New York a little (and can I just say New York City is much more enjoyable with someone who knows where they’re going versus trying to figure it out on your own?!).

Bakery in Chelsea Market New York City

It was an incredible day. But I’m glad to be home. And bed sure does sound good tonight.

Pepperidge Farm Goldfish decorations

PS–next time I have to decorate for a party, I’m totally decorating with Goldfish. Edible centerpieces. What could be better??

Flowers and Pepperidge Farm goldfish - Perfect together!

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How was that for WordFUL Wednesday?

Plus, Mama Kat, who I get to hang out with again this weekend, wanted to hear about my trip and so she made one of this week’s writing workshop prompts, “Tell me about your trip!” All righty, M-K, here it is, just for you!

Mama's Losin' It

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I became a mom in 1996, and in 2005 I had my fifth. Yes, 5 kids. In 2007, this blog was born (my 6th baby that will never grow up) and I've been sharing recipes, photography tricks, parenting tips, and everything in between. (Formerly Better in Bulk)

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Comments

  1. Lolli says

    Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at 1:39 pm

    Thank you! It’s been a fun journey. Ok, not always FUN, but certainly interesting and educational. :)

  2. angie says

    Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at 12:48 pm

    I somehow missed this.

    It was perfectly wordful.

    I’m so excited for you for the opportunities you’ve had to grow and expand.

    Your photographs just keep getting better, too.
    .-= angie´s last blog ..{A little letter to my laptop} =-.

  3. dusty earth mother says

    Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 4:57 pm

    Wow, you are an incredible photographer! Thoroughly enjoyed my visit to your site. Where can I learn more about Fishful Thinking?

  4. Life with Kaishon says

    Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 2:59 pm

    So fun! : ) I love those vases with goldfish in! I am going to do that for the next party I have to do for sure :) I think kids would get a kick out of it. Perfect. I hope you could rest today before your big weekend : )
    .-= Life with Kaishon´s last blog ..Where there is hope =-.

  5. Run DMT says

    Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 2:11 pm

    The Fishful Thinking campaign is a wonderful program. I’m an ambassador as well. :-)

    It’s so true about the wonderful opportunities brings us. I am always amazed by each new door that opens since I began blogging a couple of years ago.

    I love the Goldfish centerpieces. What a great idea! Hwo knew Goldfish could be so pretty?! You could buy the rainbow fish, sort them by colors and match some flowers to the colors. :-)
    .-= Run DMT´s last blog ..A Peaceful Journey =-.

  6. Christopher (AKA: CaJoh) says

    Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 11:22 am

    That’s great how you combine both Wordfull Wednesday and Writer’s Workshop.

    I have never been to NYC, but I have ridden on a train. I have taken two long train rides, one from Chicago to North Carolina via. Washington DC; and the other from Chicago to Salt Lake. If I ever do it again I think I will get a sleeper car (sleeping in the club car just doesn’t cut it).

    Thanks for sharing,
    .-= Christopher (AKA: CaJoh)´s last blog ..Writer’s Workshop: I’m Leaving on a Jet Plane =-.

  7. Jacki @ The Raven's Spell says

    Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 10:04 am

    Thanks for the pics of the center pieces. That is such a simple, but fabulous look.
    .-= Jacki @ The Raven’s Spell´s last blog ..Writer’s Workshop- A Difficult Conversation =-.

  8. Beth says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 9:00 pm

    Great pictures, and what a fantastic opportunity for you! I want to hang out in that room with you!
    .-= Beth´s last blog ..St. Patrick’s Day Magic Treasure Box Craft =-.

  9. Elaine says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 5:27 pm

    Looks and sounds like an amazing experience,and certainly out of the “norm!” I love NYC! Thanks for sharing this with us. :)
    .-= Elaine´s last blog ..WW – Reality =-.

  10. Lolli says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 4:46 pm

    Yep! I’ll be speaking both Friday and Saturday at the CBC (Crazy!!). I can’t wait to meet everyone!

    As far as how I got involved with Fishful Thinking, last March I heard that they were recruiting 1000 moms to be ambassadors to spread the FT message of positive parenting. It sounded like a great program to me, so I applied. In the early Fall, I had the opportunity to become one of the 10 faculty moms (leaders in the FT community) and at the same time, they recruited another 1000 moms. Since the program is going so well, there’s already talk about recruiting more moms soon. But at the moment, we’re not. If it opens up again, I know lots of people I am going to be encouraging to join in!

  11. Lolli says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 4:43 pm

    I wish you could have been there, too! It was an experience and opportunity I won’t soon forget. I’m still on a high! (except for the fact that I am exhausted today!)

  12. Lolli says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 4:41 pm

    Not at all! Grab away. Remind me to link up, too! It really was an incredible, uplifting experience, and I am so glad to have happened upon Fishful Thinking a year ago.

  13. Jenni Jiggety says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 4:36 pm

    What a terrific experience! And I love the Goldfish centerpieces with the orange flowers! Cool!
    .-= Jenni Jiggety´s last blog ..WW: I Can’t Quit You =-.

  14. one cluttered brain says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 4:30 pm

    Wow! You are going to Casual Blogger Conference right? I’d LOVE to meet you.
    how did you get all involved as an ambassador in the Fishful thinking program? That is sweeeet! I am in awe every day when I get opportunities in my own bloggy world for giveaways–I don’t have much but it nice to get the exposure.
    Wow! You have really been exposed here and that is fantastic! I love blogging and I hope one day to have an opportunity to speak at a conference. i think that would be SO much FUN!
    KUDOS to you for going out there and sharing your life and ideas with people. I hope to be able to do the same thing one day.

    *I submitted my first article to MMB today. We’ll see what happens. I had a nagging feeling to write about gratitude. We’ll see how it turns out.*
    If you stop by my blog–it is best viewed in Mozilla Firefox. And if you can’t see it–stop by my wordpress.com blog if you have time–https://vloggingmama.wordpress.com.

    I am really excited to meet you! I hope you come to CBC.
    Your blog title is very catchy and creative.
    .-= one cluttered brain´s last blog ..Wordless Wednesday (If you want to laugh…) =-.

  15. Cecily R says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 3:07 pm

    Do you see me pointing at myself? That’s me being a jealous girl! Your pics made me even more envious!!! So glad you had fun. Even gladder (is that a word? It doesn’t sound like one in my head) that you’re a part of the faculty!!
    .-= Cecily R´s last blog ..Wordful Wednesday and 365 Week 9 =-.

  16. Michelle @ One Crafty Mama says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 2:27 pm

    Blogging is a good thing! :) Loved all your shots, but the ones of the goldfish being used as center pieces was too funny.
    .-= Michelle @ One Crafty Mama´s last blog ..WW- February 365 =-.

  17. Melissa Multitasking Mama says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 2:19 pm

    What a wonderful opportunity! Glad you had fun!
    .-= Melissa Multitasking Mama´s last blog ..So Long Insecurity, Hello Me =-.

  18. Dumb Mom says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 11:59 am

    Looks like you had a blast! And, blogging has afforded me opportunities too. Super cool ones that other people are probably insanely envious of, like meeting you!
    .-= Dumb Mom´s last blog ..Wordful Scoop This Wednesday =-.

  19. Kelli @ writing the waves says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 11:43 am

    I’m a little choked up reading this. I know what you mean – it’s crazy how blogging led me to Fishful Thinking too. I can’t say enough about how amazing it is and what a benefit it has been to my family. Looking at your pictures, I almost feel like I was there in person. So awesome! I LOVE the Goldfish centerpieces. I would have never thought of that in a million years!!! This week for Fishful Thinking Thursday when I post about the webcast, would you mind if I link to your post and spotlight one of your centerpiece pictures?

  20. Lolli says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 11:10 am

    Thanks! I don’t know if I was perfect for the job or not…but I sure did enjoy myself!

  21. Lolli says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 11:10 am

    At the very bottom of my blog (footer) there are links to the Fishful Thinking program. It’s not about the product at all (just “sponsored” by goldfish). It’s all about positive parenting skills and activities to do with your kids. You should look into it! And ask me any questions you have. :)

  22. Lolli says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 11:08 am

    Yeah—can you imagine eating all of those?! I brought plenty of goldfish home for the kids. :)

  23. marlynn says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 11:08 am

    Gorgeous photos!
    .-= marlynn´s last blog ..Miss Destructo =-.

  24. Lolli says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 11:07 am

    I wish I could have taken them home! But that would have meant that I’d have to carry them all through NYC. I would love to decorate my house like that!!

  25. Lolli says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 11:07 am

    You should get back into it! It’s such a great program for parents and kids to experience together!

  26. Lolli says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 10:21 am

    When I saw that round mirror, I knew I had to take a picture in it. Granted, everyone else in the room probably thought I was crazy to take pictures of myself in a mirror….but oh well!

  27. Lolli says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 10:20 am

    Thanks! I wish I could have spent more time taking pictures of Chelsea Market. It was such a cool place!

  28. Brandie says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 10:14 am

    Glad you had fun. Looks like it was fantastic!
    .-= Brandie´s last blog ..True Story Tuesday =-.

  29. julie(my 5 Monkeys) says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 9:30 am

    sounds like a blast and great pics

  30. Dee says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 9:21 am

    Looks like a blast! Glad you had fun!

  31. Trenches of Mommyhood says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 8:32 am

    Thank you for sharing! Can’t wait to hear about it in more detail when I FINALLY meet you this weekend!
    .-= Trenches of Mommyhood´s last blog ..Ladies Night =-.

  32. Allison says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 8:30 am

    I love the goldfish center pieces, I never would have though of that. Sounds like you had a great experience. Oh, the photo of Chelsea Market is stunning!
    .-= Allison´s last blog ..Top 10 Reasons My Husband is a Better Dad Than I Could Be =-.

  33. Lara says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 7:16 am

    What an amazing experience for you. You were definitely the perfect person for the job!
    .-= Lara´s last blog ..Are you a gazillion dollars richer tonight? =-.

  34. Colleen says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 6:57 am

    Wow! That’s so exciting! I love the goldfish/floral centerpieces.
    .-= Colleen´s last blog ..An impromptu trip to China by way of DC =-.

  35. Jess says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 6:28 am

    What a great opportunity! And I’m loving the gold fish centerpieces as well!
    .-= Jess´s last blog ..Really, again? =-.

  36. Motherboard says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 4:07 am

    You are going to have educate me on Fishful Thinking… I’ve seen it around, but honestly thought it was just an Ad for the Fish Crackers.

  37. Erin says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 12:41 am

    Ohhh I so love Goldfish I would feel myself expanding at that very moment!

    Looks like you had a great time…wish I could do something like that too! How exciting!
    .-= Erin´s last blog ..The 6th Sense Part II =-.

  38. Alicia says

    Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 12:31 am

    That is awesome!! Good for you. What an experience.

    And I do love the goldfish centerpieces!! Are those yours??
    .-= Alicia´s last blog ..HOW MUCH IS THAT DOGGY IN THE WINDOW? =-.

  39. Upstatemomof3 says

    Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at 11:48 pm

    That is so awesome!! I would love to do something like that!!! :)
    .-= Upstatemomof3´s last blog ..This Is Good For A Laugh =-.

  40. debi9kids says

    Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at 11:16 pm

    OH how awesome! You are so good about Fishful Thinking. I signed up a long time ago and have only done a few small things….

    LOVE the photos and esp love the goldfish centerpieces! Too cool!
    .-= debi9kids´s last blog ..Will You Share Your Sunny Spot With Me? =-.

  41. Honey Mommy says

    Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at 10:34 pm

    Love the picture of your reflection in the round mirror. That is totally cool!

    The fish centerpieces are fun too!
    .-= Honey Mommy´s last blog ..The Train Store =-.

  42. Christie says

    Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at 10:21 pm

    Once again I am in awe of your photos. Such a talent. I love the colors in the Chelsea Market photo! I just figured out how to do color adjustment like these in PS2. Can’t wait to try it with some of my own photos! It sounds as if you had a wonderful trip.
    .-= Christie´s last blog ..It’s All Fun and Games Until Someone Sprouts Teeth =-.

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