Chủ Nhật, 6 tháng 7, 2008

The past few days have been jam-packed with exciting shopping trips, parades, and family-time!

The shopping this past week wasn't for me!, but for my sister, Windsor. She's getting married so we were wedding gown shopping! For once, I was able to go into a gown shop and just kick back and relax; Windsor got to do the "fashion show" this time. Truthfully, I have never in my life seen somebody try on so many gowns with each one looking absolutely stunning!..this is saying something because I used to work in a gown shop so I've seen many, many ladies try on many, many gowns. Needless to say, narrowing down our options was difficult since each entrance was breathtaking. We did however, choose the gown we think is "the one!" I'm so excited for her!!

The Fourth of July proved to be a fun filled day! I met Donald, my driver, at his house and we made our way to the Milford Diner to meet some of his friends! Then we were on to Bethany for their Independence Day Parade. It was a scorcher!! but luckily I was the one riding on top of the convertible, so I was getting a nice breeze. After a few hours there, I headed home to rest up for the next parade in Dover. I met and chatted with many people! and by the time the parade started, the temperature had drop tremendously, so it wasn't quite as hot. After reflecting back on the day, I realized that Donald's car (a 1965 convertible, red corvette) had gotten as many comments/compliments as I had! The quote of the day: "Nice car!!" I guess that's what happens when you have such an eye-catching ride!

On Saturday afternoon, we drove to my Uncle's house to have a barbeque with the whole family! It was so nice to see everyone, including my little cousin, Bianca. As you can see, she was quite comfortable.

I've come to realize that it's extremely important for me to take advantage of all of the downtime I have with my family this year. Because of the demanding schedule of being Miss Delaware, my quality time with family will most likely be few and far between.

I hope everyone had a great Fourth of July!!

Thứ Hai, 30 tháng 6, 2008

Two Weeks In..

Well I have officially made it past the two-week mark of being Miss Delaware! From daily interviews the first week, to my first appearance at the Blue-Gold Game, to the unfailing load of paperwork, I have gotten many "firsts" out of the way! I now have oodles of newspaper articles and pictures from pageant week and beyond, and many new additions to my ever-growing wardrobe! I'm thinking that I'm do for a new and bigger closet!

The most common question in the past 2 1/2 weeks has been, "Has it sunk in yet?" I think that I can officially say, now that my first few appearances have occured, that YES, I DO feel like Miss Delaware now! A few other questions that I have found very funny over the past couple weeks have been: "So, how do you feel about boyfriends? (asked by a 12 year old girl)," "How do you keep that thing on your head? (referring to my crown)," and one that was more touching than funny, "Can you teach me how to be Miss Delaware?"


Last week, I travelled to New York City (for the second time in my life!) to get my headshots done! The trip was so much fun! Allison (Miss Delaware 1997) gave us (my mom, Sue, Mrs. Kemmerlin, and I) a tour of Madison Square Garden, where we got to see the set of the NBA draft, the Knick's locker room, and the basketball court! After getting my hair and make-up done, I got my photos taken and met Allison for dinner before heading home on the train! I had a blast! I could certainly get used to having my hair and make-up done everyday =P


This past saturday, I travelled to Georgetown for two appearances: the Ellendale Fire Company and the Little Miss Harbeson Pageant. At the fire hall, I went for a ride in a 1950 fire truck, and got the chance to use the "jaws of life" to cut off part of the roof of a car!! At the Little Miss Harbeson Pageant, I was the emcee of the event, and was asked to perform as well. Because there was no piano, I dusted off the 'ol flute!

Needless to say, it has been an eventful and rewarding two weeks! I can't wait to see what the rest of this year has to bring! Thank you to everyone for all of the congratulations and support!

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