This week is certainly going to prove to be very trying.  In addition to regular "mom stuff", housework, and blogging projects, I am preparing for quite possibly the busiest weekend of the summer at the end of this week.

On Friday I am scheduled to fly out to Chicago to attend the Midwest Moms Media Brands & Bloggers Summit on July 16th.  Can I just tell you how excited I am?

Ok, well, I can't.  Because I'm TOO excited!

Not only will I be thrilled to get to attend all of the wonderful sessions, but I am looking forward to catching up with blogging peeps I haven't seen since last summer's conference hosted by Build-a-Bear.   There's only one downside.  Attending the conference means I'll be missing my hubby's birthday Saturday.  Boo hoo.  He is so very wonderful for actually encouraging me to attend though, since he knows I really want to.  Loooove him!

Although, I must admit I'm not sure if I'm more giddy about connecting with all of the other bloggers there OR getting to just pack for one person!  Seriously!  So NOT used to that.

So, flying out Friday, conference Saturday, and then flying out early Sunday morning so I don't miss a local family event that I am helping sponsor.  Yikes!  I've really got to get all my ducks in a row before I leave Friday so I can hop off the plane Sunday morning and head out to the event!

I'd love to connect with any of you bloggy buddies if you'll be at Midwest Moms Media (#bbsummit11), so please drop me a line if you are going to be there!  And, feel free to share any wonderful packing {for one} tips you might have!  Make it a great week, everyone!