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Meow Meeting in Chicago

July 22, 2019 By: Summer Samba47 Comments

Somali cat at vending table at Meow MeetUp

I had such an amazing time at Meow MeetUp in Chicago! I was at the MeetUp the whole time, even though I only needed to be there for my hour-long Meet and Greets. But my human had a vending table for her books, cards and magnets, and she didn’t want to leave her booth to fetch me at the hotel. So I stayed at the booth during the show both days.

FitCat Publishing booth at Meow MeetUp

She didn’t have a lot of things to sell. Which was good for me, since it meant there was space (just barely) on the table for my enclosure. I slept a lot and conserved my energy for the Meet and Greets, but occasionally I got to visit with friends, fans, and new people who stopped by the booth. She actually sold a lot the first day — she sold out of both volumes of the Rescued series that she brought, and the two remaining copies of the first Dear Sparkle book. Plus some magnets and cards.

The Meet and Greet sign for Summer

When my human bundled me up and brought me to the Meet and Greet room, we were met by this huge sign announcing me — and a line of people waiting to meet me!

somali cat getting ready for her Meet and Greet

My human gave me a quick groom while the Meow MeetUp staff fawned over me. That was pretty cool! I did some tricks for them too.

somali cat sitting in chair for meet and greet

The way the Meet and Greet worked was, I sat in a chair with this backdrop and the staff moved people through to sit and visit with me and take photos. It went on for an hour. I met lots of really nice people, including friends I only knew from Instagram. It was actually pretty fun! But both my human and I were really tired by the end of the day.

somali cat on floor of Meow MeetUp

The next morning, we got to the exhibition hall a little early. I thought maybe I could explore before the show opened for the public, so my human walked me on my leash. But we never got farther than the aisle behind us! Can you figure out why?

celebrate cat getting petted at Meow MeetUp

Yep, I had too many vendors coming up, wanting to pet me! I think my human may have been a little disappointed she didn’t get to see more, but I was really happy visiting with everyone.

somali cat enjoying Yeowww catnip rainbow

Sunday was my human’s birthday. Her cat blogging friends took her out for dinner the night before, and a couple of friends from social media showed up with cards for her — and one showed up with a catnip rainbow for me too! That was awesome!

somali cat waiting for meet and greet

We had one more Meet and Greet at the end of the day. The first day, I was a little confused about what was going on, but the second day, I totally got it, and didn’t try to wander off as much as I did by the end of the day before! Plus my blogging pals came to see me too. I had such a great time meeting everyone. My saying (and this really is my saying) is, “Strangers are just friends you haven’t met yet.” I hope lots of you take this to heart because it always works for me!

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Comments

  1. Lesley Castle says

    April 6, 2020 at 1:01 pm

    I’m glad you and your Mom had a good time. You both are VIPs! <3

    Reply
  2. Xenabobb says

    October 7, 2019 at 9:50 am

    At least the not-throne has some “gold” on it.

    Reply
  3. Selina says

    July 28, 2019 at 10:09 am

    Boy you have a lot of fans! That chair is a lousy throne thought. MOL!

    Purrz!
    Selina

    Reply
  4. Sherri-Ellen T-D. says

    July 24, 2019 at 3:52 pm

    Yore simple amazin Summer!! Mee cuud nevurr do what you do….
    You were meant to bee a *star*…….
    **purrsss** BellaDharma

    Reply
  5. Timmy Tomcat says

    July 24, 2019 at 8:55 am

    Summer we really hope to meet you one day. Purrs

    Reply
  6. GinaV24 says

    July 24, 2019 at 8:20 am

    so happy that you had a successful meet and greet and that your human sold lots of things. Always nice to enjoy your events.

    Reply
  7. Purrjamm Cats says

    July 23, 2019 at 4:30 pm

    What wonderful mews! So glad so many folks got to take away your mom’s books and magnets. What a treasure! We love that BIG poster of your meet and greet announcement. Woohoo! You are hitting the BIG time now Summer. Purrs

    Reply
  8. Lola The Rescued cat says

    July 23, 2019 at 2:07 pm

    Summer, you’re such an insightful kitty. We love that saying.

    Reply
  9. Eastside Cats says

    July 23, 2019 at 9:40 am

    Summer! I am so thrilled to have met you in the fur, and was able to spend quality time with your human mom too! She put your heart-shaped sunglasses on you just for me!!!!

    Reply
  10. Ingrid King says

    July 23, 2019 at 5:20 am

    Sounds like you and your human had a wonderful time. How did I miss her birthday? Happy belated birthday, Janiss!

    Reply
  11. Teddy says

    July 23, 2019 at 4:14 am

    Well it looks and sounds like a great time for both of you. I’m sure it’s tiring but I’m sure you made some fun memories too!

    Hugs, Teddy

    Reply
  12. The Poupounette Gang says

    July 23, 2019 at 1:17 am

    That sounds like a really great time, Summer!

    We know we’re late but we would all like to wish your Human a Very Happy Birthday!

    Purrs, Woofs and Neighs,
    Tama, Genji, Ollie, Vidock and Violette

    Reply
  13. The kitties of purring pines says

    July 23, 2019 at 12:21 am

    You’re such a star! Looks like a great time.

    Reply
  14. Catherine A Lingg says

    July 22, 2019 at 11:15 pm

    I so wish I could meet you someday but I live in Upstate New York

    Reply
  15. Pat K says

    July 22, 2019 at 8:47 pm

    Your fans were lined up waiting for you.
    You are like a movie star. You were looking
    lovely there in the pictures too. That was
    a very successful meeting!

    Reply
  16. Meezer's Mews & Terrieristical Woofs says

    July 22, 2019 at 8:41 pm

    Oh MY!! You are such a cool celeb! You take it all in stride and then you pose like you are a model…wait, you ARE!! Among other attributes and talents:)

    Happy belated birthday to your Human!!

    Reply
  17. Edie Chase says

    July 22, 2019 at 8:11 pm

    Happy belated Birthday to your Mom!!!

    Reply
  18. meowmeowmans says

    July 22, 2019 at 8:01 pm

    Summer, we are so glad you and your human had such a great time at the Meow Meetup! Oh, and happy belated birthday to your human! 🙂

    Reply
  19. Just Ducky says

    July 22, 2019 at 7:10 pm

    Gee you weren’t that far away from me. Not that I would have been going out anywhere, at least not in the heat we had.

    Reply
  20. Cathy Keisha says

    July 22, 2019 at 7:07 pm

    Sounds like fun but too much work. You know to be compensated with more than treats. Compared to the chairs here, that IS a throne.

    Reply
  21. Dirisha says

    July 22, 2019 at 7:04 pm

    Tell your human Happy Birthday late. Your a jewel Summer

    Reply
  22. As the world purrs says

    July 22, 2019 at 5:42 pm

    It was so fun to see you again, Summer!!!

    Reply
  23. William's Kith & Kin says

    July 22, 2019 at 5:09 pm

    Sounds like you had the best time, Summer! Your fan club is huge!

    Reply
  24. Mickey's Musings says

    July 22, 2019 at 4:53 pm

    So good to hear you both had a great time!!!!
    Happy Birthday to your purrson.
    July 21 was mum’ s Dad’s birthday too.(he went to the Bridge some time ago)
    Have a safe journey home 🙂
    Purrs,Georgia,Julie and JJ

    Reply
  25. Melissa & Mudpie says

    July 22, 2019 at 3:29 pm

    Sounds like you had a pawsome weekend! And happy belated birthday to your wonderful human.

    Reply
  26. Ellen Pilch says

    July 22, 2019 at 3:13 pm

    That sounds like a great place to celebrate one’s birthday. I have Sparkle’s 2 books and both Rescued 🙂 I am waiting for you to write one now.

    Reply
  27. Memories of Eric and Flynn says

    July 22, 2019 at 2:34 pm

    Happy birthday to your human! I am glad you both had a lovely time meeting everyone.

    Reply
  28. Catscue Catmom says

    July 22, 2019 at 2:05 pm

    Sounds like a successful weekend all around! Congrats to you Summer and Happy Birthday to your Mom! Did you get to keep the sign? You should let us all bid for it – I’d buy it!

    Reply
  29. Random felines says

    July 22, 2019 at 1:41 pm

    You and your human did great. Mom is glad she got a chance to see you both

    Reply
  30. caren gittleman says

    July 22, 2019 at 1:09 pm

    so happy you had a pawesome time and that your human had a pawesome time celebrating her birthday there!

    Reply
  31. Emma and Buster says

    July 22, 2019 at 12:40 pm

    Looks like both you and your mom had a great time.

    Reply
  32. CRAIG S. C. OKAJIMA says

    July 22, 2019 at 12:34 pm

    Look at your beautiful tail!

    Reply
    • The Island Cats says

      July 22, 2019 at 5:24 pm

      Summer, the mom was so happy to see you again. You really did a great job.

      Reply
  33. The Swiss cats says

    July 22, 2019 at 12:25 pm

    It looks like you had a wonderful and fun weekend ! Purrs

    Reply
  34. Swee Purrfections says

    July 22, 2019 at 12:22 pm

    Happy to hear you enjoyed Meow Meetup. It was wonderful to see your human and you there.

    Reply
  35. Robin says

    July 22, 2019 at 10:08 am

    Wow! It sounds like the show was quite a success. Congratulations to you and your human for selling so many books! You looked absolutely adorable for your meet and greet. 🙂

    Reply
  36. Sandee says

    July 22, 2019 at 8:50 am

    Sounds like you had a better weekend then your mom. That’s a good thing.

    Have a purrfect day and week, Summer. My best to your mom. ♥

    Reply
  37. nancy-Davis says

    July 22, 2019 at 7:16 am

    Well, Miss Summer Samba: What a success your Chicago venture has been! You look esp. gorgeous, and your fans got to see your sweet purrsonality. So glad Mom got appreciated for birthday, and sold many items. XXXX to you both!

    Reply
  38. Jacqueline says

    July 22, 2019 at 7:03 am

    So glad you guys had a fun time at the convention and were able to visit with fans and friends, beautiful girl…Very cool you got some nip for your Mom’s birthday too=Happy Birthday to your incredible Mom!…We hope you both get some rest and have a wonderful week ahead, sweetie…XO…J, Halle, Sukki

    Reply
  39. Margaret Elmendorf says

    July 22, 2019 at 6:45 am

    Sounds like such a busy day but good that the human sold a lot of books. Hope you had a safe trip home.

    Reply
  40. Laila and ANGEL Minchie says

    July 22, 2019 at 6:31 am

    Awesome you had such a great time and sold out of books! My human is beyond upset that she couldn’t come to meet you in purrson.

    Reply
  41. Brian Frum says

    July 22, 2019 at 6:29 am

    That sounds like such an incredible time and how very cool the people were lined up to meet you. Happy belated Birthday to your special human from all of us.

    Reply
  42. Sandi Stefani says

    July 22, 2019 at 5:17 am

    Happy Birthday to your hoomin! Meet and Greet looks like fun, Have a safe trip home.

    Bodacious

    Reply
  43. Fur Everywhere says

    July 22, 2019 at 4:42 am

    We are so glad you had a good time in Chicago! Our human hopes to meet you and your human someday. 🙂

    Happy belated Birthday to your human! It sounds like it was a good one!

    Reply
  44. Holly says

    July 22, 2019 at 4:17 am

    Glad you had fun

    Reply
  45. Angel Whiskeratti says

    July 22, 2019 at 3:48 am

    I love that sign of you! It was amazing.

    Reply
  46. The DasH Kitten crew says

    July 22, 2019 at 2:51 am

    I am glad you sold out of books. WAY TO GO. I hope your human gets home safe.

    Reply

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