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We’re Ready for Nashville!

May 21, 2015 By Amanda 12 Comments

Wynston and I (and our friends Kama, Porky Pig and Polly Pocket) leave for Nashville, TN to attend the 2015 BlogPaws conference in 5 days and 11 hours – from the time I am writing this post!!!!!  It feels like just yesterday I purchased my plane ticket (February) and found out I am a Nose-to-Nose award finalist in March!

My big suitcase, small suitcase and backpack ready for Nashville!
My big suitcase, small suitcase and backpack ready for Nashville!

I’ve been counting down the days.  Literally.  I have a countdown app on my phone!  I started preparing for the conference in March.  I bought my red carpet dress, attracted some media attention and worked out small details.  Now that we are less than a week away, I can finally say that I’m done shopping for Nashville.  I did have to get some last minute items though:

  • New carrier for Wynston: I ended up buying a Sturdi Bag for Wynston in place of the carrier I already had.  I wanted something bigger, more comfortable and with a top zipper so he could stick his head out.  I scored with this carrier.  I was nervous about flying with Wynston but after receiving the carrier in the mail and seeing Wyn positively respond to it, I’m feeling so much better!  It also got amazing reviews – I did a ton of research!
Sturdi Bag
Wynston peeking his head out of his new carrier!
  • Stole a giant suitcase:  Well, I didn’t STEAL it.  I borrowed a big, high quality suitcase from my dad since I don’t have one.  I’ll invest in one eventually…but for now this one will work perfectly.  My small suitcase fits well in it (I’m bringing an extra suitcase for all the free goodies I’ll get at the conference) and I will still have lots of room for clothes and my red carpet dress.
  • Ordered more Dog Mom Days items:  I bought a super cute tote, more business cards and some stickers for the conference.  Now I have 2 sizes of business cards and an adorable tote to carry it all in!
My new tote, stickers and business cards!
My new tote, stickers and business cards!
  • New backpack:  On the airplane I can take a carry-on and a personal item.  Wynston is my carry on but I wanted a “personal item” big enough to carry my laptop, wallet, Wynston’s travel items AND I wanted it to zip so everything would be secure.  Would you believe I found the best backpack ever at Walmart?!  It fits my laptop comfortably and has a ton of pockets and zippers so I can divide everything as necessary.  I didn’t want to risk losing anything in the overhead bin.  You can’t beat the $15 price tag.
  • A new shirt:  A $70 Calvin Klein shirt…because why not?!
My red carpet dress!
My red carpet dress!

In the meantime, Wynston has another photo shoot tomorrow (that will make 3 this week!) and I still have to get my nails done.  Nashville here we come!  YEEHAW!!!

Are you going to the conference this year?  Have you ever been to Nashville?

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Filed Under: Awards, Blogging, BlogPaws, Dog Mom, Events, Pet Parent Tagged With: BlogPaws, Conference, Nashville, Sturdi bag, traveling

Comments

  1. Abby Chesnut says

    May 21, 2015 at 7:37 pm

    Looks good! I still need to make some more rat scarfs to hold the boys during the conference 😛

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      May 22, 2015 at 12:03 pm

      How cute!!! Can’t wait to see them!

      Reply
  2. LadyBird says

    May 22, 2015 at 12:38 am

    Good Luck and have fun! Can’t wait to read all about the events!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      May 22, 2015 at 12:03 pm

      Thanks so much! I’ll be live blogging as well as doing a recap!

      Reply
  3. Jessica Shipman | Beagles & Bargains says

    May 22, 2015 at 11:08 am

    Woohooo! Can’t wait to see you both! We are actually leaving tonight for our road trip and my apartment is a disaster zone. SO MUCH TO PACK!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      May 22, 2015 at 11:26 am

      Have a super fun and safe drive!

      Reply
  4. Teri and Coco says

    May 24, 2015 at 11:39 am

    Love your dress, and we love our Sturdi-Bag! and we will love meeting and greeting you both at Blogpaws!

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    • Amanda says

      May 24, 2015 at 5:52 pm

      Yay Teri!!! Can’t wait to meet you in person 🙂

      Reply
  5. Theresa & Prudence says

    May 24, 2015 at 2:32 pm

    We’re just beginning to pack, so many decisions! I’ll be toting “Flat Prudence”, as the real deal will be staying at her home away from home, the Barker Lounge. Congratulations on your nomination and good luck!
    Looking forward to meeting you at BlogPaws!

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    • Amanda says

      May 24, 2015 at 5:52 pm

      Thank you! I’m also looking forward to meeting you! See you in a few days 🙂

      Reply
  6. Cathy Armato says

    May 24, 2015 at 8:53 pm

    Beautiful red carpet dress! I’m still scrambling around getting ready for the conference. Make sure you’ve got enough room for all the “swag” you’ll be getting! It’s gonna be a great time!
    Love & Biscuits,
    Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them

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    • Amanda says

      May 25, 2015 at 8:04 am

      I packed the extra suitcase so I can load it up with goodies and check it in at the airport! I can’t wait until I can finally wear my dress – it’s been hanging in my closet looking pretty!

      Reply

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