Hi-

I couldn't wait to write to you after seeing and hearing you speak (which was great, by the way) at the Voices of The Year presentation yesterday.  I tried looking for you afterwards - as I just HAD to make a connection with you.  I was sad I didn't find you as I was only at the conference for the day.
I loved what everyone had to say yesterday, but when I heard you speak - I knew you were a kindred spirit for sure.  I am so happy to have found your site this morning.  I, too wanted my blog to look like a sketchbook - I like to draw and would love to create every post with a drawing, but I do not  have the time.  I love everything about style - personal style to be exact - home, life and self.  I further enjoyed reading some of your posts this morning and finding out that you started your career working in the cosmetic industry.  My college major was Cosmetic, Toilitries, and Fragrance Marketing.  My first job was working as an assistant to the beauty editor at Redbook magazine.

It is always nice to find someone who shares common interests.  I am looking forward to following your blog. I know I will throughly enjoy reading each and every post.

Congratulations on being honored.  I hope you enjoy the second day of the conference.
My best- Diane
