The Pageant!!!

I was just crowned Miss Teen US Continental, Saturday, July 11th, 2009.

What an amazing experience it was! I had so much fun, and met so many new friends, that will last for a lifetime!


We started out on Thursday, July 9th with orientation, a lunch at the California Pizza Kitchen, shopping at the Gateway Mall, and to top that night off we went to a Bee’s game!

That day was so much fun! My favorite part was when all the little children would run up to the contestants, and want them to sign a picture. You could see the happiness in their eyes, and it made you feel so wonderful.

Friday was great. We had such an amazing speaker, Cherie Burton. She was so inspirational. She showed the example of a strong, independent, all around woman.
We also had a makeup workshop that day. They showed us the basics of how to apply your makeup. They did a great job!



Later that night, we had our personal interviews. We interviewed one on one with each judge, where it gave them the opportunity to get to know each contestant as a person! For me, that was the part of the pageant I was most nervous for, but I ended up enjoying it.

Then came Saturday (the big day). We had rehearsal, that’s where we learned our opening number, and the walking patterns. We practiced and practiced, until the time came to start getting ready. Before we knew it the pageant was starting. It was amazing! When I was on stage, it felt like I was on top of the world.

I can’t even describe the feeling when my name was announced as the new Miss Teen US Continental. The feeling was so overwhelming.

The after party was so much fun, they presented us with many amazing gifts! Thank you to all the sponsors, but most of all I give big thanks to our fantastic director Loreen Olney. None of this would have been possible without her!!! She did a great job, and sacrificed so much of her own personal time to create a memorable time for everyone!

Sunday Tina, Monica, and I had a photo shoot with Marc Reynolds. It was so much fun! He takes fabulous pictures. I can’t wait for everyone to see them.

I just want to encourage any young girl who has ever thought about doing something like this, TO GO FOR IT!!! It’s a once in a life time opportunity. Just believe in yourself and follow your dreams!

I look forward to the year that lies ahead! I will blog more about appearances, and other activites I’m involved in throughout the year!