Sometimes I forget how powerful it is to get together with a bunch of women and talk. There are times in life when getting together with friends is difficult. Work, kids, activities and the daily "stuff" gets in the way.

I rarely take the time to just sit and talk with women that I do not know, let alone the ones that I do know.

So, when I decided to go to the Blogher conference I thought that it was strictly to learn more about the blogosphere. In the process, I was lucky enough to meet a group of wonderful women who enjoy telling their stories, sharing information and building community through blogging.

I sometimes find it hard to walk up to a group of strangers and put myself out there. At this conference I had no choice; I did not know another soul that was there. I had a choice to sit by myself, eat in my room, and pass on the social events or step out and try. I decided to try, walked up to someone and introduced myself. I did it over and over throughout the weekend and found that we all had something to talk about.

Meeting those women and stepping out of my comfort zone was truly a gift. I enjoyed talking and laughing with strangers as they became friends. I found out new things about me as well. I allowed myself out of my normal comfort zone and tried something new.

I learned about others, learned about myself, missed my husband and kids and, again, appreciated them for their support of my personal and professional goals.

The power of connecting with other women and taking time for me were gifts that I do not take for granted.

I spent money, time and energy away from my family and that is always a sacrifice. I am glad that I was able to appreciate the power that I felt through the connections, understanding the importance of community, and making friends thousands of miles away.

If you have an opportunity to go to an event that consists of women you might consider taking the time to go. Take a friend or brave it alone, either way I am sure that you will find a special connection and find the power that comes from the community of women. We, women, have a way of hearing the unspoken, feeling the subtle, and communicating what needs to be heard. 

Make an effort, step out of your comfort zone and see what happens. You might be surprised. The power of women connecting with women affects all aspects of our lives, especially motherhood.

Off to make another Mommy Milestone.