Let's see...
There are quite a few things I do...
1) Start getting into character. I don't know why...but it helps me remember who I am @AB...lol
2) Start buying snacks a week in advance....because food there is expensive
3) Forget the snacks at home...because I say to hell with it....I will buy food there. DX
4) Finish my costume
5) Listen to my sister pester me...."What are you going to get me???" this usually goes on for 2-3 months BEFORE the con.
6) Plan rides
At the con....
1) Have fun
2) Hug everyone
3) Find my friends
4) Get lost
What I bring (or attempt to bring)
1) Water...like 5 gallons worth
2) Cell phone
3) money....LOTS OF IT
4) Snacks...this is the attempt part of it
5) Camera....but I always forget and have to use my friends. lol