My accent thanks you from Minnahsohtah

May 4, 2010

UPDATE: I fixed it-it’s full length now!
Color me proud. Except now I’m not that proud because
WOW, wait until you get to the end and I do a random and disturbing impression.
Seriously. WHAT is wrong with me?

I really can’t believe I did this. I’m so not a vlogger.
You can tell by the horrible lighting and all the fidgeting.
I must really love you.
Here goes…nothin‘…

Thank you from Heather King on Vimeo.

I know. I know. That thing at the end. I don’t know…
And what? You callin‘ me a sappy sapperton?
Well…yeah.
Word.

The Maggie I speak of is Maggie Dammit, of course. Just sayin‘.

And the post I speak of is here, at Missy’s place.

The End.

{ 55 comments }

Chrysanthemama May 4, 2010 at 6:53 pm

Thank you for sharing your story. I've been reading our blog for awhile now and I really respect your honesty and openness. I will be praying for you as you go through this new journey in your life. Hugs to you from a fellow Minnesotan (who misses it terribly)! Your accent is refreshing. :)

This Heavenly Life May 4, 2010 at 6:53 pm

Yay! Now I can hear your voice when I read your words!

You deserve all the outpouring of comments and support you've gotten :) Keep fighting, mama!

Tara May 4, 2010 at 6:54 pm

Hey that was really good! You are too hard on yourself, I think you are a great vlogger! It takes some getting used to but I think you have a future in it:)

warmchocmilk May 4, 2010 at 7:02 pm

Cute! Seeing you like that makes me miss you even more than talking on the phone :) Yes you definately could be a vlogger!

Candy May 4, 2010 at 7:08 pm

You are SO a vlogger. And I heart Minnahsohtah so much! Especially since we're neighbors and all, yah know.

I return I thank YOU for sharing your story straight from the heart.

WV: turdlegi?? Really??

5thsister May 4, 2010 at 7:09 pm

Heather…thank you. Some day….

Kelly May 4, 2010 at 7:12 pm

I could listen to your accent all day. And you're welcome.

Jo@Mylestones May 4, 2010 at 7:16 pm

Wow. That was the first time I've ever heard your voice. Totally and completely made my day just to hear it. Love to you, lovely lady.
Jo

mandiegirl May 4, 2010 at 7:22 pm

HEATHER! You're so cute and sweet, and your video almost made me cry! I love that you don't hide your imperfections, and I think it's the coolest thing.

You really rock, and I love seeing and hearing you! :)

Denise May 4, 2010 at 7:26 pm

Maverick. I cannot wait to watch and listen to this on my computer with speakers. Just seeing you "live" made me feel like I know that much more. xo

Jen May 4, 2010 at 7:35 pm

You are amazing. You deserve it all. :)

OHmommy May 4, 2010 at 7:40 pm

You're ah-dorable.

Tessa May 4, 2010 at 7:50 pm

oh, now I miss Minnesota.
I think it was a great vlog.
and I don't know if I commented over at the Marketing Mama, but it was heart warming reading your story.

Steph @ Diapers and Divinity May 4, 2010 at 7:54 pm

It makes me happy to see you again. :)

One Crafty Mother May 4, 2010 at 8:25 pm

You are so adorable I can hardly stand it. Makes me miss talking to you on the phone, too! I can't wait to meet you in person in August.

And thank you again for sharing your story – you deserve all the support and love you get. Truly.

And is that a little necklace I see? :)

Love you!

-Ellie

Lindsey May 4, 2010 at 8:27 pm

Will you be my friend? I love you, lady.

Heather May 4, 2010 at 8:38 pm

You are so cute & I just want to gobble you up. Thank you for sharing and thanks for being you.

I so look forward to meeting you some day.

xo

Boy Crazy May 4, 2010 at 9:04 pm

Oh my gosh, I am DYING over your cuteness. I miss you. And it is so lovely to hear your voice again.

xoxo e.

Elaine A. May 4, 2010 at 9:49 pm

I love your accent. I guess I didn't hear you speak that much at BlogHer because I TOTALLY would have asked you about your "BOHT!" (did I spell that right?) ;-P

P.S. You're welcome. For all of it. We are here for you sister!

Amy Whitley May 4, 2010 at 10:14 pm

Well I think you're accent is just adorable. And I read your story on marketing mamas, and the sincerity of it just shone. So thank you for that…your story, laid bare. You're making a difference for people, helping not only yourself but others along the way. Truly.

Motherboard May 4, 2010 at 10:43 pm

Oh Ya Knowh– I just LOVE you! And, hearing your voice? Awesomesauce!

Your accent makes my bones ache– I miss the Midwest!!

Can't wait to see you in 3 weeks!

Kazzy May 4, 2010 at 10:47 pm

You little cutie patootie, you.

Kimberly May 4, 2010 at 11:12 pm

I don't know why exactly but I'm all sniffly and trying to hold back tears right now. Love you. Love the realness of you that you're brave enough to share here.

Bina May 5, 2010 at 2:17 am

Ah…the sweetness of your voice :)

You are beautiful, Heather…and I am so happy you get the chance to possibly help another out there who is hurting and too afraid to reach out. I truly pray that he or she finds strength in your message!!

Sarah May 5, 2010 at 5:55 am

Well look at you, how cute are YOU? The accent, the sweetness, the sincerity. Heather, you are stepping out behind the story and helping others along the way — telling them that the story no longer has to define them.

So yay! Yay for you and cute and accents and early morning coffee…I need a refill…

Lator Gator
xo

Rach@In His Hands May 5, 2010 at 8:30 am

Heather, you are precious. I adore you.

And obviously I'm from the Midwest because I don't "hear" an accent!!!

Annette Lyon May 5, 2010 at 9:51 am

THIS is why it's called "The Extraordinary Ordinary."

You truly are extraordinary, and that's why we love you.

Lisa Page Rosenberg May 5, 2010 at 10:04 am

I heart you.
And your sobriety.
And your dog.
And your forehead.
xo
L

katdish May 5, 2010 at 10:11 am

Oh, Heather!

You're a mess! A beautiful, wonderful, extraordinary mess!

The Marketing Mama May 5, 2010 at 11:52 am

ahhhh, I can't believe I have to wait till I get home to watch this – vimeo is totally blocked at work. Bummer.

Billy Coffey May 5, 2010 at 12:01 pm

I think it's amazing how people are at their strongest when they're at their most vulnerable. Your words sing Heather, whether spoken or written.

maggie, dammit May 5, 2010 at 12:44 pm

Eye pursonully dohn't theenk yoo souwnd funny aet AHL. Not aet ahl. Don't yoo leesten to theese heere eckcent boolies.

Girl, I love you. I love love love love love you.

xo

domenicl_drapeau060799 May 5, 2010 at 12:56 pm

真正的愛心,是照顧好自己的這顆心。........................................

Elena May 5, 2010 at 12:58 pm

I'm not kidding when I say, Maggie took what I was going to say. That is, GIRL, I just love you!

Your vlog is awesome. Much like you.

H-Mama May 5, 2010 at 1:00 pm

You = cuteness. real. strength. impressionist. vlogger. beautiful.

Love it!

(((((Heather)))))

Ann's Rants May 5, 2010 at 1:05 pm

domenici can take his hieroglyphics and suck it.

(just trying to think of something different than what I always write which is that i heart you and you are amazing and you are wonderful and so so humble)

Benefit Baskets May 5, 2010 at 1:19 pm

You're so cute Heather! I'm very proud of you! Going to read that post now…

jasonS May 5, 2010 at 1:21 pm

I don't comment a lot, but I do read and pray for you. I also love that after your "terrifying" impression, the video abruptly ends. :)

Blessings!

Jamie May 5, 2010 at 1:50 pm

Thank you Heather. You are very, very brave. A mirror for us all. j

Hyacynth May 5, 2010 at 1:52 pm

Heather, you are adorable.
1. You're definitely a vlogger. And the dog part – totally laughing aloud.

2. I really wish I would have gotten to talk to you more at Cupcake.

3. I hope there's more of this in the future. :)

Kristen @ Motherese May 5, 2010 at 2:11 pm

Seeing you and hearing you overwhelmed me with the desire to hug you. Really hope to have the chance to do it in person some time!

Thanks, as always, for your honesty and your bravery.

xoxo

TKW May 5, 2010 at 4:28 pm

You are adorable, brave girl.

Shaina May 5, 2010 at 4:50 pm

The long version is even better! I'm terrible when it comes to emotions and expressing them and showing compassion and empathy because, well, my mom sucked at it. True story. But here it goes anyway.

I've been hooked since Day 1. Your way of expressing yourself is genuine and real, and I completely appreciate how transparent you are (without stripping your heart down naked, if you know what I mean). While my own personal struggles and trials are different, I find myself completely relating with the yours.

I wish you still lived down the street so I could bring you cookies and walk around the Community Park, and maybe it is possible or even probable and likely that I just might tease you about the way you pronounce a few words. Just sayin'.

Laurie May 5, 2010 at 6:33 pm

You Rock! Love your blog:)

Boy Crazy May 5, 2010 at 7:49 pm

OH, man. I just watched the full thing and now I love it (and you!) even more. You are so stinking cute. Love you.

xo elizabeth

Kristen@nosmallthing May 6, 2010 at 7:20 am

Hey Heather! I thought your story was awesome to read. I am impressed that you wrote it, and I hope it helps someone. Actually, I'm sure it did.

Good for you.

Oh, and the sharpei thing? Love it.

Duane Scott May 6, 2010 at 11:30 am

You are a beautiful person… inside and out. :)

Read your story. Appreciated the honesty. Praying for you always.

Sabrina May 6, 2010 at 12:45 pm

Well aren't you too cute! It's good to hear your voice and see your face!

Lisa @ Crazy Adventures in Parenting May 6, 2010 at 1:54 pm

Ah, I've missed your voice and accent. Love it, love your story, and love you! <3

Erin May 6, 2010 at 9:40 pm

You are so authentic! I just loved watching you and hearing your voice. Thank you for this vlog.

(P.S. I wonder if my shar pei impression is half as good as yours?)

:)

MollyinMinn May 7, 2010 at 10:35 am

You are amazing. And strong. And real. And honest. And inspiring. And dang funny, to boot. Thank you for being you.

Joanne@ Blessed... May 7, 2010 at 10:38 am

Heather,

Just got back from your interview at Andrea's blog. Now, just watched your vimeo. Headed over to read your "story".

Today is my Heather catchup (not to be confused with Heinz 57) day.

You're voice is beautiful. Almost as beautiful as your heart and words.

I will forever think of the movie "Fargo" when I click on the EO!

LOVE you girl!

swonderful May 7, 2010 at 9:58 pm

Oh man, I have tears. I know I am pregnant, but still. TEARS. I really love you Heather. And I loved seeing your house. Is that weird? It was like, oh okay, EO Headquarters looks like this. It's cozy and cute, just like the online EO.

Lolli May 10, 2010 at 12:43 pm

I am one of those people who rarely comments. But I had to say something. Thank YOU for your honesty and your REALness. I can't wait to meet you in a few weeks!

nomowino September 23, 2012 at 7:26 pm

I’m new to your site, new to being sober (3 days and counting), and so sad to find I can’t see this video. :(
That said, thank you for being here, for sharing your story and helping me along the way.

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