Originally Posted by ShellyCrash

Thanks guys, I appreciate the kind words. I'm not gonna say those pics didn't knock my ego in the dirt a bit but I'm all good. My body isn't what makes me money, my mind does. I started a company, I sacrificed, I gained a few lbs (keep in mind I'm only 5' 5"). I don't regret it and I'm not ashamed.

I am the president and founder of my company, while I'm a female and yeah, it can be a sensitive subject, I'm not going to hide away because I gained a little weight. I feel I brought value to the panels I was invited to speak on, the feedback I received after each was really great, and I'd be happy to do it all over again- even if that means some bad shots. To the show photogs I've always treated you guys with respect, sometimes I get a little love back, sometimes I don't. Que sera sera...