In The Bag: 'Rookie' Packs For First Olympics

This August is going to be one to remember. I got lucky…real lucky. I’m going to be part of the Gannett team that is covering the Olympics in Beijing, China. Wow…I still can’t believe it. Did I mention it’s the Olympics?! Ya think I’m excited? Oh…I’m excited. This excitement, however, comes bundled with anticipation, urgency and a touch of nervousness. You see this is my first Olympics, which means I’m a rookie. A rookie who asks the question, “What the hell am I supposed to pack for this international event?” Well, I’ll give it a shot…

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