Earlier this year I considered skipping the 2012 Southern California Genealogical Society Jamboree. It was purely a financial decision, trying to cut back on expenses and such. Air fare is expensive, and I always have to bring my son (he stays with my parents).
The about a month ago, I really started to miss my genealogy friends. Jamboree is always wild and crazy, clearly the fun party in the genealogy conference crowd. But it is also a place to reconnect with fellow bloggers and friends I have made along the way.
I realized that Jamboree provides the necessary social contact that I need at this time. The sessions are always top notch and I will learn a lot, but the down time provides value, too. It's a great opportunity for getting professional opinions, new ideas and even genealogy industry business gossip.
So now I am registered for the 2012 Jamboree. There are other ways I can save money, but Jamboree is not where I should be cutting corners. It's too important to my genealogy mind and spirit.
I also registered for the special Society Leadership Workshop on Friday. I'm not an officer in any of the societies to which I belong, but I figure I can bring back ideas to my groups back in Texas. Is anyone else registered for this track?
Early bird registration ends April 30. I hope you consider joining me in Burbank.
Amy, So glad you've decided to come to Jamboree. I'll look forward to seeing you!
ReplyDeleteI look forward to seeing you, too, Denise!
DeleteAmy Dahling! I am registered for the Society Tracks also. I am flying in on the 7th around sometime before noon.
ReplyDeleteI am with you 100% about the atmosphere of the Jamboree and it does my soul well also to have those 3-4 days with people I haven't seen since last year!
Sheri and Amy in the society track can only mean one thing: T-R-O-U-B-L-E.
DeleteSee you soon, dahling!
Have fun Amy! I'll be watching your blog for Jamboree updates.
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