The best advice I ever received was from my mom (of course). At the start of my reign, I remember she said to me, "never miss an opportunity." And I'm so glad I listened.
I was 1 of the 13 contestants who chose to go on the Miss America Cruise to the Bahamas this past October. We stopped at Nassau, went to a diamond store to take publicity photos, and I ended up bumping into two producers (as well as amazing people!); Joel and Phyllis Ehrlich. I was so lucky to make this connection and now Joel has taken me under his wing and has given me so many opportunities!
I am moving to New York City tomorrow into an apartment right in Midtown Manhattan. There, I will work as an intern for the International Fight League (see past entries) while Joel takes me to shows, readings, dance and acting classes and auditions. FINALLY, I will be a part of the NYC world- something I have always dreamed of doing. (And I thank Joel and Phyllis for all of their love, guidance and support!)
I am almost done my reign, and it has been quite a year. Of course community service has been such a big part of my life and I will continue that as well as the rest of my duties for Miss Maine although I am moving away. The next titleholder has quite a year ahead of her! It is so rewarding what the Miss Maine/Miss America Organization can do to a young girl and how many wonderful things can come out of it. I'm truly blessed!
Sunday, May 13, 2007
Tuesday, May 01, 2007
Visits and Pre-Pageant Clinic
My reign may be coming to an end, but I've still been busy with appearances- each one very rewarding! I just recently visited Wiscasset High School to speak to the students there about America's Promise and the importance of aftershcool programs. They were a great audience and the students and teachers were all so kind!
I also made a trip up to Newport to visit students. I hosted the Crossroads Talent Show and had the opportunity to speak about my platform there as well. I saw some future stars!
This past Saturday was the Miss Maine Organization's annual Pre- Pageant Clinic. There, I met (most) of the 2007 Miss Maine contestants. The day is a critique for them in all areas of competition as they get to know one another before they compete. It seems like yesterday I was just there! It's amazing how fast time flies.
At night, the organization hosted the annual Springtime Gala. There, we had a nice dinner and friends and family had the opportunity to see the contestants perform. I had the chance to perform and speak about my year as well.
Taking pictures after having tea with the beautiful Pine Tree Princesses
With most of the contestans and a couple of the teen contestants as well
My picture was on the cake (and I got to eat my face! yumm)
With the Emcees of the Gala
I also made a trip up to Newport to visit students. I hosted the Crossroads Talent Show and had the opportunity to speak about my platform there as well. I saw some future stars!
This past Saturday was the Miss Maine Organization's annual Pre- Pageant Clinic. There, I met (most) of the 2007 Miss Maine contestants. The day is a critique for them in all areas of competition as they get to know one another before they compete. It seems like yesterday I was just there! It's amazing how fast time flies.
At night, the organization hosted the annual Springtime Gala. There, we had a nice dinner and friends and family had the opportunity to see the contestants perform. I had the chance to perform and speak about my year as well.
Taking pictures after having tea with the beautiful Pine Tree Princesses
With most of the contestans and a couple of the teen contestants as well
My picture was on the cake (and I got to eat my face! yumm)
With the Emcees of the Gala
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