I went to the Chinese BloggerCon last weekend.  It was my first blogger convention, ever.

Even though it was much different than what I expected, it was really a great experience and I look forward to attending future Chinese BloggerCons.  

There were many great presentations given on the importance of citizen journalisim, the history of the Chinese Internet, the way the Internet brings people closer together and how it is a force for change.  Every speaker brought a different view and struck a different set of emotional and mental chords.

Even though the speaches were mostly in Chinese, I was able to understand what was going on due to the wonderful (and free) translators Lonnie Hodge was able to coax into coming from the university he teaches at.

During breaks I was able to talk with and meet many new friends including, Shel Isreal, Robert Scoble, Paul Denlinger, John Biesnecker, Lonnie Hodge, Jon Phillips and many other great folks.

Of course a special shout out goes to Rocky, to whom I will probably always be known as Tim.

The organizers, Isaac Mao, Lemoned and Lonson did an amazing job putting this event together. 

I look forward to seeing you all at the next Chinese Bloggercon.