Even though Christine doesn’t like to clean, she does like to have a clean house! If that sounds like perfect blog fodder, then you won’t be surprised to know that i Dream of Clean is where she shares tips, ideas, and products that make it easy to keep your house clean! Christine is a wife and mom from the Nashville area and will be a Community Leader at BlissDom this year. (Check out her Cleaning Up For Bliss post!)

O2O: “As a BlissDom Community Leader, what do you hope to give to those you come into contact with during the conference?”

Christine: “The love for collaboration. I seriously think bloggers who collaborate (with those “bigger” and “smaller” than themselves) are way more successful and fulfilled.”

I’m known for…always having a smile on my face and overusing exclamation points!!!!!

I’m working on…a spring cleaning project for bloggers with HUGE giveaways (i.e. appliances)!

10 years from now I…hope I feel even better than I do today.

I’m currently addicted to…Crossfit. Trying to work off my 8 week old baby weight!

I find joy…in my family. I just love hanging out with them!

My secret ambition…is to memorize multiple books of the Bible.

I can’t do without…my amazing husband.

I’m most creative…when I collaborate with others. Anyone want to collaborate?!?

I admire…my mom because of her hard work ethic and doing an amazing job raising me as a single parent.

When I grow up…I’ll finally know what I want to be.

PC or Mac?…Mac all the way!!!

iPhone or Droid? Droid…only because my carrier didn’t have the iPhone when I upgraded. When it’s time to update I’ll be switching for sure.

Coffee or Tea? Coffee…and then MORE coffee!

Peanut butter – crunchy or smooth? Freshly ground almond butter

Three words my friends would use to describe me are: Cheerful, Starter, Helpful

Where to find Christine on the Internet:
Blog – i Dream of Clean
Twitter
Facebook
Google+
Pinterest

Bridget is a creator. She creates beautiful prose and poetry by crafting words to capture a moment or convey a thought. She creates stunning photos by finding the beauty in all her subjects whether she’s wielding her dSLR or her iPhone. You can find her words and many of her photos on her blog, The Ivey League. Bridget is also wife to Marshall and mom to four children (2 boys, 2 girls). She will be at BlissDom this month as a Community Leader for the Photography Niche.

O2O: “As a Community Leader, what do you hope to give to those you come into contact with during the conference?”

Bridget: “My hope is to share with others that they can take beautiful pictures, too! With only a few changes to what you’re already doing, you can have more beautiful pictures (and you don’t even have to have a fancy-pants camera)!”

Be sure to check out Bridget’s post, Photography Tips I Learned the Hard Way, where she shares several of those changes you can make to get better photos!

I’m known for…staying busy and taking pictures of everything

I’m working on…expanding my photography business and learning more about business and marketing

10 years from now…my children will be 11, 13, 15, and 17. Oof. I’ll probably be in the car shuttling them to and from activities.

I’m currently addicted to…instagram. (@IveyLeagueMama)

I find joy…in the little things – like coloring with my children or holding hands with my husband or playing a game with family and friends.

My secret ambition…is a secret. Although it may or may not involve words and images.

I can’t do without…support from my family, especially my husband. (Dang it, I’m gettin’ all mushy.)

I’m most creative…after midnight.

I admire…my mama. She is wise and funny and kind.

When I grow up…I want to be Mary Poppins.

PC or Mac? I’m a Mac wanna be.

iPhone or Droid? iPhone

Coffee or Tea? Tea

Peanut butter – crunchy or smooth? Smooth…unless I’m making pb cookies.

Three words my friends would use to describe me are: engaging, artsy, vivacious

Where to find Bridget on the Internet:
Blog
Twitter
Facebook
Google+
Flickr
Pinterest

Fadra describes herself as a “Jack of all trades, master of none” but we think she’s definitely got the writing craft mastered! Not only does she write at her blog, all.things.fadra., you can also find her at Social Dialect, the social media marketing company she founded, at Insert Eyeroll and Own Skincare Blog, and at numerous other sites as a guest blogger/contributor! She’s a mother to one son, is a Yankee living in the South and once upon a time had aspirations to become an actress. We know that Fadra has traveled a lot so we asked her, “What is your number one most desired travel destination?” Looks like Fadra is up for some serious adventure, her answer was, “Antarctica”.

And our January question, “Any resolutions or goals for the year?” Fadra says, “To be able to call myself a runner and not be lying about it.”

I’m known for… my brains, good looks, humility, and my quirky sense of humor.

I’m working on… a new venture for bloggers to connect with causes close to their heart.

10 years from now I… will be grateful for another decade of life.

I’m currently addicted to… Angry Birds (not a new addiction, just a continuing one).

I find joy… in watching my son discover the world.

My secret ambition… is to walk the red carpet at the Oscars.

I can’t do without… my iPhone. It’s attached to my hip, almost literally.

I’m most creative… in the shower. Not the bath, which is where I spend more time, but the shower. I should shower more.

I admire… Margaret Thatcher. I’ve never had many role models but I’ve recently fallen in love with her.

When I grow up… want to be 5’8″, blond hair, green eyes.

PC or Mac? MacBook Pro

iPhone or Droid? iPhone (duh)

Coffee or Tea? Tea – strong with milk and sugar

Peanut butter – crunchy or smooth? Smooth, but only Smucker’s All Natural

Three words my friends would use to describe me are: generous, smartish, funny

Find Fadra on the Internet:
Blog – all.things.fadra.
Company – Social Dialect
Twitter
Facebook
Pinterest

We’re delighted to introduce you to Jill, the blogger behind The Diaper Diaries (or more recently, The Diaper FREE Diaries, as she navigates the potty training saga with her youngest child!) Jill has been blogging since 2007 and I vividly remember meeting her at BlissDom ’09 when I may or may not have completely gushed, upon seeing her walk up to registration, “You’re Jill of Diaper Diaries. I LOVE YOU!!” {Ahem.} This year, you’ll find Jill at BlissDom ’12 as one of the fabulous Community Leaders! Jill is probably best known in the world of mom bloggers for her candid posts about marriage. Since she often writes about marriage we wondered, what is the best marriage advice she and husband, Ryan ever received? “Marriage isn’t 50/50, but 100/0. You give 100% no matter what your spouse is capable of giving you. If you wait for them to do their 50 you will often be disappointed.”

And to continue with our January theme: Any resolutions or goals for the year? “Continue to eat healthy and exercise, be more present with my children, and go on more dates with my husband.”

I’m known for… my sense of humor

I’m working on… my new marriage blog with my husband (check it out www.forbetterandworse.com)

10 years from now I… WILL HAVE THREE TEENAGERS (make it stop!!)

I’m currently addicted to… Pinterest, and in very good company

I find joy… in the giggles of my children

My secret ambition… is to learn to sew

I can’t do without… chocolate, dark chocolate

I’m most creative… when coloring with my kids

I admire… my parents. everything about them.

When I grow up… I wanna be a mom and wife. Oh wait, I got that.

PC or Mac? PC

iPhone or Droid? Droid

Coffee or Tea? Tea

Peanut butter – crunchy or smooth? Who cares if it is with chocolate

Three words my friends would use to describe me are: fun, fashionable, talkative

Where to find Jill on the Internet:

Blog – The Diaper Diaries & new site For Better and Worse
Twitter – @DiaperDiaries
Facebook – The Diaper Diaries and For Better and Worse
Pinterest – Follow Jill’s Boards

Our friend Lucrecer is the artist and blogger behind the site Art Slam. Her site is full of beauty: her photography, her art, her words, her heart. She is an accomplished photographer and a sought after mixed media artist. Mom to three, she currently hails from Cincinnati but says she’s a Southern girl at heart due to her Georgia roots. Lucrecer is heading to BlissDom next month as a second time Community Leader for the video/vlogging community.

We all have things that we must always have with us, we wanted to know, “What is something you never leave your house without – in your purse/bag or on your person?” You will always find Lucrecer with her chapstick and her cellphone. And with it being January, we had to ask,  “Do you have any resolutions or goals for the year?” Lucrecer says, “No resolutions, but I am going to be bolder in every area of my life this coming year.”

I’m known for…my artwork and my keep it real attitude

I’m working on…taking my writing to the next level and following my bliss

10 years from now I…want to be surrounded by people who love me just as I am

I’m currently addicted to…Pinterest. I wouldn’t call it an addition, just a healthy form of idea curation, you know…

I find joy…in living my life fully each day. In being grateful for my blessings and my challenges. In my children’s unconditional love

My secret ambition…is to be a successful entrepreneur

I can’t do without…sleep and rest

I’m most creative…when I am at peace, living boldly and at ease

I admire…the strength of the women in my family

When I grow up…I hope I never stop learning new things

PC or Mac? Both

iPhone or Droid? Droid now

Coffee or Tea? Tea

Peanut butter – crunchy or smooth? Crunchy

Three words my friends would use to describe me are: genuine, loving, funny

Where to find Lucrecer on the Internet:

Blog – Art Slam
Twitter – @LucrecerBraxton
Facebook – Art Slam
Pinterest – Lucrecer’s Boards

Julie is the cook/blogger in ‘the little kitchen‘, an inspiring blog about the challenges of cooking in a small space. But Julie proves that it’s not the square footage in your kitchen that sets limits on what you can make, it’s only the limitations you set on yourself! You’ll find drool-worthy recipes and photos on Julie’s site that will have you asking for a take-out box! Julie hails from Florida, is a software engineer and is passionate about the breast cancer cause. She’s an active volunteer and loves to plan and organize events, like her high school reunion and the Orlando Food Blog Forum. With all that going on, we wondered what is Julie’s go-to recipe for an evening with friends? She says it’s her Lobster Style Crab Rangoon. Yum! So…when’s dinner?

Since it’s January, we couldn’t help but ask, “Any resolutions or goals for the year?” Julie says, “Getting organized, I’m really excited my husband is remodeling our home office so that will be a huge help!” Read on to find out a bit more about Julie and her life.

I’m known for… volunteering to help others and organizing events.

I’m working on… my food photography skills.

10 years from now I… will have written a cookbook.

I’m currently addicted to… my iPhone.

I find joy… in my four-legged babies. We have two cats and a dog.

My secret ambition… is to start a non-profit to benefit both abused children and unwanted pets.

I can’t do without… food (of course).

I’m most creative… late at night.

I admire… Maya Angelou.

When I grow up… I want to be an astronaut.

PC or Mac? Mac

iPhone or Droid? iPhone

Coffee or Tea? Tea!

Peanut butter – crunchy or smooth? smooth, all the way!

Three words my friends would use to describe me are: smiley, organizer, energetic

Where to find Julie on the Internet:

Blog – the little kitchen
Twitter – @TheLittleKitchn
Facebook – be a fan of the little kitchen
Pinterest – see what the little kitchen likes to pin!

What’s that smell? It’s Kim…er, Kim’s blog that is! Kim doesn’t smell, well she does, using her nose, we all do…but you know what we mean! Ok, ok, lame attempts at humor aside, Kim is a featured member this month at O2O and she writes a fun, non-odoriferous blog called What’s That Smell? full of life musings, stuff for moms, pop culture & celebrity news, as well as reviews and giveaways. Kim was an architect before deciding to stay home to be with her two children but these days, it’s not only motherhood keeping her busy! Kim is a brand ambassador, entrepreneur, speaker and more! Moms have a lot going on in their lives and often there is music to live by, so we wondered – what was the last song Kim had heard before answering our questions? You won’t be shocked to find out that that is was the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse theme song! Disney songs tend to dominate the soundtrack of our lives for awhile!

Take it away, Kim!

I’m known for…my tenacity and skills at Words With Friends

I’m working on…trying to be a better cook

10 years from now I…will get the senior discount at stores (ok maybe it’s a bit longer than 10 years…but I deserve the senior coffee)

I’m currently addicted to…Life

I find joy…in watching my children learn

My secret ambition…I’d like to be a superhero with a cape but I’d settle for being an FBI agent in the behavior sciences division to catch serial killers

It really annoys me when…people don’t put their blog url in their email signature

I can’t do without…my iPad

I’m most creative…when I’m asleep

I admire…people who have endured unimaginable things yet still have a smile for a stranger

When I grow up…well shoot, no one told me I had to grow up

Coffee or tea? coffee

PC or Mac? I have a PC but want a Mac

iPhone or Droid? iPhone

Twitter or Facebook? Sure

Pickles – sweet or dill? Sweet!

Three words my friends would use to describe me are: witty, sarcastic and old

Where to find Kim on the Internet:
Blog – What’s That Smell?
Twitter
Facebook
YouTube

Andrea is the blogger at Good Girl Gone Redneck and an avid Twitter-er! She hails from North Carolina after having lived in New York her entire life. Living in The South has been an adjustment for Andrea but she has found solace in sweet tea (the wine of The South!) and hushpuppies (yum!). She is a married mom of one daughter, loves to read, watch TV, and write! Andrea’s blog covers a lot of territory from personal musings, to memes and book reviews. We met Andrea through the Friends You Love blogging event in October and are delighted to get to know her better. Being that she’s a transplanted Northerner, we wondered would Andrea rather go swimming in the ocean or hiking in the mountains? She say, “Swimming in the ocean. I am like a fish when I can be and love the water.”

I’m known for… being a Native New Yorker who now lives down South!

I’m working on… finding and holding onto myself in my role as a mom.

10 years from now I… hope that I have raised my daughter to be a strong, smart and proud teenage girl … (ACK!)

I’m currently addicted to… Adele. I absolutely adore her.

I find joy… in the little things. Like my child’s laugh, a small smile, or a goofy joke.

My secret ambition… is to publish something I have written.

It really annoys me when… women put down other women. I just find there to be no point or purpose and think that we would all do so much better to support one another.

I can’t do without… my DVR. I seriously would never get to watch the shows I love (and need!) without it!

I’m most creative… late at night.

I admire… single mothers. I think they don’t get nearly enough credit for all that they do every single day.

When I grow up… I want the chance to travel the world. Get to the places I have always wanted to see (like Barcelona and Israel.)

Coffee or tea? Tea. But I do like some flavored coffees that are yum.

PC or Mac? Mac all the way!

iPhone or Droid? Android!

Twitter or Facebook? Twitter – I am actually not on FB!

Pickles – sweet or dill? Sweet.

Three words my friends would use to describe me are: honest, loyal and real.

Find Andrea on the Internet:
Blog – Good Girl Gone Redneck
Twitter
Pinterest

Alicia is the creative force behind The Mommy Insider and AtlantaMoms.com. She’s a mom to two kids, a blogger, a speaker and has been involved with online media for over ten years. She loves to travel, read, learn, and sit on her front porch watching the birds (that sounds wonderfully relaxing!).

Speaking of relaxing, we wondered if Alicia would rather take a bubble bath or a long shower? Break out the Calgon because Alicia is a bubble bath kind of girl!

We were delighted to get to catch-up with Alicia get to know her better. And now, her answers to our fun, quirky interview questions!

I’m known for…founding AtlantaMoms.com and being mom to two pretty great kids!
I’m working on…re-designing TheMommyInsider.com and AtlantaMoms.com.
10 years from now…my son will be 22 years old!
I’m currently addicted to…air.
I find joy…in knitting and being outdoors.
My secret ambition…is to learn how to be less stressed.
It really annoys me when…people say “How are WE doing today?”
I can’t do without…my kids.
I’m most creative…when I’m in a quiet room.
I admire…people who don’t multitask. They focus on one thing at a time and do it really well.
When I grow up…I want to be a good mom.
Coffee or tea? Tea
PC or Mac? Mac
iPhone or Droid? iPhone
Twitter or Facebook? Twitter
Pickles – sweet or dill? Gross!
Three words my friends would use to describe me are: Motivated, silly, and short.

Where to find Alicia online:
The Mommy Insider
AtlantaMoms.com
Twitter
Facebook

Laura blogs at Semper Fi Momma, is a USMC wife and mom to three kids. She was among the fabulous ladies that made up the Friends You Love bloggers. Laura’s blog spans a wide range of topics from parenting to cooking to music and more with the occasional review or giveaway thrown in for good measure. Laura enjoys a variety of things that let her be creative like painting, gardening, baking and writing. Her mission is to bridge the gap between the civilian and military worlds, helping each side to a better understanding of how to support and encourage each other.

Every girl’s got a shoe preference so we wondered, would Laura rather wear heels or flats? Her is practical and revealing! “Daily, flats. Dressy, heels. I love the way they make my legs look.” You go, girl!

I’m known for…being a Military wife, a person with a great amount of patience, being independent and strong, and a fiercely loyal friend.

I’m working on…myself, personally, I’m working on getting back in to shape and becoming a runner. I’d like to run my first half marathon next year in the San Diego Rock n’ Roller Half Marathon with TNT.

10 years from now I…my husband will possibly be retired from the military, my oldest child will be 14, and I hope to have a book published.

I’m currently addicted to…brie on thin rice or sesame crackers.

It really annoys me when…traffic on the interstate stops for no reason.

I find joy…in life. I try not to take anything for granted, although I know somethings I do. But if you want to list some of the smaller things that make me happy I’ll go with pedicures, going to the movies, and surprises.

My secret ambition…to be a published author and go on the Rosie O’Donnell show. And now it’s not so secret.

I can’t do without…this is a hard one to answer, because at a few points in my life I have done without everything. I think I’ll go with a favorite book. Books are always a good escape when needed, and the batteries never die.

I’m most creative…late at night. For some reason burning the midnight oil always seems to get the creative juices flowing. And, of course, I get a lot of ideas when there are no pens around.

I admire…people who are brave enough to take the unknown roads in life. Maybe the adventure was a complete fail, but at least you tried it out.

When I grow up…When I grow up … Do we ever completely grow up? When I was 13 I remember thinking 30 was being a grown up. Now I’m here, and I have much more life experience under my belt, a whole bucket load of responsibilities, a marriage, and children of my own, but I’m not sure I feel ‘grown up’.

Coffee or tea? I will always choose coffee first, but I do love tea as well. I’m a huge fan of Teavana Tea’s, but if I’m drinking just a plain ol’ glass of iced tea I prefer it to be unsweetened.

PC or Mac? PC by default. I’ve never owned a Mac. However I do have my eye on the Mac Book Pro.

iPhone or Droid? Droid.

Twitter or Facebook? Twitter is where you’ll find me the most, but I love utilizing both.

Pickles – sweet or dill? Dill!

Where to find Laura on Internet (thank goodness the Internet doesn’t move every 3 years!)
Semper Fi Momma
Twitter
Facebook