I met Steph on Babycenter since our boys are both born in May 2006. In reading her blog, I saw someone on her blog list that I also knew. This was unusual since I am located in South Carolina and I believe she was living in Illinois at the time. We emailed and realized that we both worked in the insurance industry. Her territory included NC and SC but my agency did not have her company.
We decided to meet at a really neat restaurant in downtown Columbia, California Dreaming, that is located in an old train station. When I got there, Steph was already waiting. We introduced ourselves and went back to a table for dinner. As soon as we sat down at the table, we started talking and didn't stop until our food came. We continued talking after dinner and the restaurant started to clear out. We decided to go to the bar area and continue our conversation. I felt like I was meeting with a long lost friend.
Steph was sweet, funny, and very down to earth. We have a lot in common and talked about everything from our boys to husbands to baby girls to insurance. Since she is due with a baby girl in May (and she looked adorable with her baby bump), we talked about going from one kid to two and the changes that come with that.
We talked for almost 5 hours and I think we could have talked for 5 more. The time flew by and I had a great time. It was also really nice to be able to have a meal that wasn't interrupted by someone needing a drink or wanting to eat my food! It was fun to meet Steph and we plan to get together again when she is back in the Columbia area for business. What wonderful things the internet can make possible!
And of course, the night wouldn't be complete without a photo of the two of us.
12 comments:
YAY for May 06 mom meet ups!
You will be hooked after the first one, that is always what I say. We should definitely meet up this summer and I have to get on Steph to find out if she ever comes my way!
Yeah! That is great. I think it is great that everyone is finding ways to meet.
What a fun night out!! So glad you two were able to meet!
What a nice meet-up!
Awe, that's so neat! Let me know when you all meet up again. I live between the two of you and would like to meet you both in person as well.
How fun! I hope to meet someone from the May 06 board some day!
Yea!! I had so much fun with you!!!! I can't believe we closed down the restaurant last night. :) And, I met Sam today too, super nice!
I'm glad you guys had such a great time! It's neat to read of all these online friendships becoming "real" friendships.
I'm telling you...Vegas! Imagine that visit times 1000.
Wow look how many comments that one got! I was slightly envious reading your post - I never connected with anyone like that on the baby sites I was on. But, I have you! ;-) Speaking of which, are we on for Tuesday?
Hey, I don't have your email. Send me the recipe to the irish potatoes :)
What fun to meet up! I've greatly enjoyed meeting my online friends - although you're still on my to-meet list! ;)
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