Arrival in Columbus ComicCon 2015

12:50 a.m.

Currently am unable to sleep so I figured I would catch you all up on the events of the day.

This morning, Joe and I went to the store and picked up some snacks and drinks for the room. In the afternoon, around 4 or so, Robin and Josh came to get us and we made the trek to Columbus. Our hotel is super nice. On the 6th floor with a great view of the city and the Ohio State University!

We settled in and went back out for dinner and karaoke! We found a place a few minutes away but it was nice and we had a blast. They had a mechanical bull that Josh rode. I took video of it for my YouTube vlog. I'd start putting it together now but everyone is sleeping so can't. Maybe in the morning. I have to clear my memory card anyway so if we have a chance after the convention maybe I'll start on it.

The karaoke bar was this little place attached to the restaurant called Wanna B's. When we went in, we didn't think there would be a crowd but there was. Robin and I rocked out to a Garth Brooks tune and then each did a solo. But it took so long to get to our solos that we wore out our voices singing along with other people. I know I squeaked and cracked when I sang. Veronica did pretty well. I could tell she was tired, though. And poor Joe was falling asleep in the bar.

Now we're back and I'm trying to fall asleep. I'm dealing with sinus allergies right now and might take one of Joe's allergy medicine. He has some over the counter stuff and won't miss one or two.

I'll write more tomorrow... or technically later today.

Byee!
Carey

3 days to go! ComicCon 2015

Woo! Final few days until we leave! I am so excited. Just have a few minor things to pack up Wednesday night after work. Have to finalize travel details with Robin as well. Then, we're off!
I've been trying to walk more so I am not as sore walking around all day but going swimming before and after will help. And I have to watch my salt... after today. I already goofed with salty noodles for dinner. But for the rest of the week I have to behave.

10 Days Before Columbus ComicCon 2015!

Less than 2 weeks to go and I am busy busy! Doesn't help that it was Labor Day weekend so my day job was insane all weekend long.

I had to start a second Pandora station that reflects my eclectic taste in music because I refuse to pay for it right now and I run out of skips. My plan is to have some way to play the app so we can all hear it while driving. Whether that is plugging it into my boyfriend's car radio or going out and buying a cheap little speaker. And then we can have a nice selection of music to listen to because we will be driving A LOT next Thursday.

Tentative plan so far but my boyfriend has to go to the doctor in the morning. Then, we're going munchies shopping before hitting the road. Then, heading west to get my friend, Robin, in Sandusky before heading south to Columbus. We're going to check in and explore for a bit and then Friday and Saturday are convention days! I'd love to scope out a book store or a cute little boutique. I like looking for things like that when I travel.

I'm going to try and watch my spending this year. I am going to get my autograph and a photo this year and I'm going to focus on books and comics/graphic novels. I got too much little stupid nick nacky stuff last year that I never use. At least I'll (eventually) read the books. I'd love some artwork, too. Last year my boyfriend got me this beautiful Sailor Moon drawing. I currently have no place to display it but it's in a frame for when space appears.

I'm going to keep an eye out for this particular jewelry vendor. Sparkle, from Georgia, is fantastic. (I linked their Facebook page) I bought this "I Write" necklace from them last year and I love it. I wear it almost every day. I'd love to get more things from them this year if they come back.

I'm really happy my best friend can come along this year. We don't get to spend much time together. She lives an hour away. And, that's better than when she lived 7 hours away in Virginia but it still requires some planning for hanging out. Earlier this year we had been talking about doing a girls road trip but that fell through. So, this is about as close as we're getting right now.

I will do a better job blogging and vlogging this year. I'm going to load up on batteries. Not sure if I'll be able to blog while driving if the radio app is on but I'll try. I did learn the other day that my camera stops after an hour of nonstop filming.

Have to get some sleep. Planning on getting up early to print out what I have of my novel before work tomorrow. I want a hard copy to refer to for details and then I can finish it finally!

Will post again when it gets closer to the big day. Getting excited!
Carey

21 Days to ComicCon 2015!

It's that time of year again. Time to prepare for Columbus ComicCon! And this time we've got a trio. It's me, my boyfriend, and my best friend, Robin! I'm so excited she's going along. It's going to be awesome! And I might even dress up this year.

I'm pulling out my Halloween costume from a few years ago and tweaking it. I was the 11th Doctor. I want to take a more fun, fem twist this time. Instead of pants, a black maxi skirt. I'll do my hair and makeup all cute. And it's goingto be fun. I think Robin is going to be a Shield agent. Have to be sure to pack plenty of makeup and I need a new Sonic Screwdriver because mine broke.

Next week I am going to get a new vlogging camera! I've been saving for weeks! Found one on Amazon that's really nice. I need a new memory card as well so I can capture everything. Bouncing between video and photo is going to be a challenge but I'm up for it.

More soon as it gets closer.

Byeee!!!!