Evie Perez - Melissa, this is great!!! I am so happy for you and have no doubt you stole the show!! Love your dress by the way :)

Lynn Cobb - Oh my! Isn't it so incredible when big things (like being asked to speak) happen and it "appears" to be the most wonderful thing in the world, but to that person it's the most "stressful thing" in the world? I understand my friend! Anxiety issues - definitely not a friend :(

Jordan Demos - You did GREAT! And your dress looked fabulous, too :-)

Karen Bonar - Hope my (extroverted) stopping you at the tradeshow was OK for your (introverted) self - but it was so thrilling to say "hi" to you ! :)

Tim Poole - Thanks for sharing this very personal story. I am sure it took a bit of courage. And it is a nice testimony.

Denise - YAY!!! Congrats on an amazing talk friend! I love that you're all about teaching other photographers in a practical and applicable way. It's not just about the "ra ra" stuff - you give people the tools they need to make this biz a reality. We've learned TONS from you over the years and we're so proud we get to call you a friend. Thank you for all your do for this industry, especially your Phoenix peeps! And BTW, you looked FAB!

Kari Jeanne - So incredibly proud of you friend!!!! I've said it before - but your heart for sharing and encouraging others succeed in their businesses is SO amazing. I know beyond a doubt that all the hard work you put into this talk was worth it. Wish I could have been there to give you a hug and help you through the anxiety attack! xoxo