I am a hatstand!Finding an analogy to describe myself at Rootstech has been difficult...but I just had a lightbulb moment. I don't have as many hats as the Dr Seuss' character Bartholomew Cubbins but I will be wearing a few.
I am listing hats in abc order because they are all important.
Australian - I love my sunburnt country and, as an unofficial ambassador, relish being able to spread the good news about our land downunder.
Blogger - I first came to Rootstech as an Official Blogger in 2011 and I keep coming back to share the joy of Rootstech via my blog. I find lots of fodder for blog posts at Rootstech. Meeting fellow bloggers is a highlight.
Facilitator - As part of my Rootstech Ambassador role I encourage Australians to visit Rootstech and while they are there provide them with on the ground support.
Family Historian - I arrive early in Salt Lake City so I can put on my Researcher hat and head for Level B2 at the Family History Library where I can freely use all their magnificent facilities and resources.
Friend - I came to Rootstech as a stranger in 2011. Now I go to catch up with the friends I have met and made there.
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| Leading some Aussies and friends on a merry dance through Salt Lake City in 2017. |
GeneabloggersTRIBE Admin - Rootstech gives me an opportunity to meet many GeneabloggersTribe members under one roof and to share tales of Blogging.
Interviewer - Chatting with fellow genies and celebrities in the media hub allows me to record and share conversations with those unable to attend Rootstech.
Lifelong Learner - I love to learn and avail myself of the learning opportunities at Rootstech that no other event in the world can provide.
Party Girl - This odd, eccentric old girl loves to party. I'm a people person and the formal and informal gatherings at Rootstech provide ample opportunities for this hat to get an airing.
Presenter - I am leaving this hat behind this year. The nerves associated with it do nothing to enhance my Rootstech experience.
Rootstech Ambassador - I am honoured to wear this hat which requires me to promote and discuss the event in my Reporter hat.
Shopper - I am a great fan of Macy's, Ross Stores and online shopping with Amazon.com. The US is a shoppers' paradise where things are so cheap! A sojourn in Salt Lake City provides opportunities to support the US economy.
Society/Group Member - I share the good news about the Groups to which I belong especially The Society of Australian Genealogists and The Surname Society.
Tourist - Over the years I have visited many sites around Salt Lake City and further afield in adjacent States. While at Rootstech I try to include some touristing on my agenda.
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| A warm tourist hat for GeniAus in Snowbird, Utah 2017 |
