Hey guys! As some of you might know, this past weekend (July 17-19) I attended an anime/manga convention called Otakon, which is held every year in Baltimore, Maryland. Ive always wanted to go, since its only about an hour or so from where I live, and this year my wish came true! Back in January, Valerie

invited me to stay with her and her dad this year, and at the last minute our friend Essence was able to stay with us as well. Yay! <3
A few days before the convention, my grandmother helped me make a pair of cat ears. They came out just the way I hoped they would! I had a collar with a bell on it and fishnet gloves to wear as well, so I looked pretty fetching. :3
Once we arrived on Friday morning, there were so0o0o many things to see and do! First we visited the Dealers Room, where hundreds of different artists were selling all sorts of anime, manga, video game, and Oriental-themed items. Next we went to the Arts room, where all sorts of artists were selling their work and offering commissions. There was even a live auction!
On Saturday we went to see the Masquerade, which was like a huge variety show comprised of different skits and vignettes that Otakon attendees had prepared. The opening act was a singer from Japan called Reni, and the other acts had all sorts of singers, dancers, and other talented folks. Near the end there was a costume contest for some of the cosplayers.

On Sunday we took a last look at everything and made sure we bought everything we wanted. Then we explored the inner harbor and waterfront area of Baltimore with Vals Dad and went in the Barnes and Noble. After that we had a lunch at an ESPNZone restaurant, which I liked more than I thought we would. And then he took me home and here I am, still overjoyed that I was able to go.
Heres a list of all the things I bought:
1) Cat Necklace ($10)
2) Bread Slice Ring and Sprinkle Star Ring (2 for $5)
3) Good Fortune Cat Plushie ($7)
4) Good Fortune Cat Plushie with Kitten ($9.50)
5) Taurus Girl Button ($2)
6) Cat Girls Button ($2)
7) Chocoholic Button ($2)
8) Virgin Button ($1)
9) Hot Button ($1)
10) Cat Girls Button #2 ($1)
11) Anime Girl Button (FREE!)
12) Art Commission ($14)
13) Set of 5 Stickers ($1)
Wooooo! Shopping is fun!

I also got a lot of free stuff. ^^
Of course, I took a ton of pictures as well. Ill be sure to upload these sometime soon! I hope you all are having a great day!

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx