On Monday, Aug. 17th, I traveled over to Parker, SD, where I was able to attend the Turner County Fair. I visited Old MacDonald's Barn, sampled the SD Pork Producers offerings, befriended some of the 4-H fair workers, cruised the streets in a Gator (and struck fear into the hearts of the foottraffic) with my escort DJ, and addressed the crowd in the Grand Stand as they eagerly awaited the begining of the tractor pull. It was definitely a good night.
On Friday, Aug. 21st, I helped entertain at the Autumn Rocks fundraiser for Holy Spirit Church in Sioux Falls. Other performers included the children's choir, adult choir, John Parezo, Andy Hey, Hannah Johnson, and the always fabulous Tonic Sol-Fa! Although it was a little chilly, the evening was a total success!
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
MAOT Recap
It has been a week since the crowning of Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2010 Jeanette Morelan, but I'm still buzzing from the excitement of my Orlando expirience.
On Friday, the interim night between prelims and finals, I filmed my TLC interview that will be posted online (make sure to vote for me on the TLC website! More details later...) and attended the 2nd Annual Miss America Fundraiser at the home of time-share magnate David Siegel. The house was spectacular, with hundreds of original works of art, a beautiful yard (complete with peacocks) and a grand staircase to rival Tara. The event itself was just as impressive, gathering hundreds of the area's philanthropists to dine on some of the most delicious and varied menus I have ever encountered. I really wasn't prepared to have the amount of fun I had with the other Miss America contestants. Once again, they took me by surprise with the depth of their good humor. I don't quite know what I expected, but I didn't expect to find what I did.
Following our night of mayhem, we had a business meeting on Saturday morning, where we discussed the necessary though slightly less exciting topics of ticket sales, sponsorships, and production elements for January.
Saturday night brought the announcement and competition of the top 10 Miss America's Outstanding Teen contestants, and the crowning of our 2010 titleholder. Jeanette Morelan from Racine, Wisconsin became our new MAOT!
After a lovely week of floating on Cloud 9, it was time to return to reality on Sunday morning, when my flight out of Orlando was delayed almost two hours. :P Oh well. Such is life.
On Friday, the interim night between prelims and finals, I filmed my TLC interview that will be posted online (make sure to vote for me on the TLC website! More details later...) and attended the 2nd Annual Miss America Fundraiser at the home of time-share magnate David Siegel. The house was spectacular, with hundreds of original works of art, a beautiful yard (complete with peacocks) and a grand staircase to rival Tara. The event itself was just as impressive, gathering hundreds of the area's philanthropists to dine on some of the most delicious and varied menus I have ever encountered. I really wasn't prepared to have the amount of fun I had with the other Miss America contestants. Once again, they took me by surprise with the depth of their good humor. I don't quite know what I expected, but I didn't expect to find what I did.
Following our night of mayhem, we had a business meeting on Saturday morning, where we discussed the necessary though slightly less exciting topics of ticket sales, sponsorships, and production elements for January.
Saturday night brought the announcement and competition of the top 10 Miss America's Outstanding Teen contestants, and the crowning of our 2010 titleholder. Jeanette Morelan from Racine, Wisconsin became our new MAOT!
After a lovely week of floating on Cloud 9, it was time to return to reality on Sunday morning, when my flight out of Orlando was delayed almost two hours. :P Oh well. Such is life.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
MAOT Pageant: Part 2
Hello, and greetings from the final night of preliminary competitions!
Today was a much more relaxed schedule. Although we had a photoshoot and filming at 7am, I was finished by 8am. Following filming, I lounged around the hotel, ate breakfast with some other contestants, and checked out the Trade Show. Vendors came in from all over to showcase their finery, and sell items that every pageant girl drools over.
Today was a much more relaxed schedule. Although we had a photoshoot and filming at 7am, I was finished by 8am. Following filming, I lounged around the hotel, ate breakfast with some other contestants, and checked out the Trade Show. Vendors came in from all over to showcase their finery, and sell items that every pageant girl drools over.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Miss America's Outstanding Teen Pageant: Day 1
My first day in Orlando was absolutely amazing. First, almost all of the 2010 Miss America contestants traveled to Seaworld for some promotional photos. After that, we went to Universal Studios, where we were given our VIP passes and met our tour guides. We then toured both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, riding rides and eating a delicious lunch at Thunder Falls. I must say that my favorite ride was the new Simpsons ride. While touring Islands of Adventure, our guides informed us that they are in the process of building a new island entirely dedicated to -get ready for this- Harry Potter! It's going to be incredible! From the pathway, we could see the giant replica of Hogwarts, and the island will even feature a functioning Three Broomsticks Pub! I can't wait to come back and see it after the park opens in 2010.
After a day of fun with the other contestants, I had a short break, and then it was off to the MAOT pageant's second night of prelims.
It was certainly a long day, but well worth the exhaustion. I had no idea how much fun spending the day with all of the other women would be. They are such an incredible group!
After a day of fun with the other contestants, I had a short break, and then it was off to the MAOT pageant's second night of prelims.
It was certainly a long day, but well worth the exhaustion. I had no idea how much fun spending the day with all of the other women would be. They are such an incredible group!
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Excitement Ahead!
After this Monday's Miss Sioux Empire Fair Pageant, I will be headed to Orlando, FL, to accompany Miss South Dakota's Outstanding Teen 2009 Jessica Dyk to the Miss America's Outstanding Teen Pageant! Many fun things are in store for me and the other 52 Miss America contestants, so I will try to keep you posted on everything that happens during the week!
July 24th- August 6th
I'm back! My extended absence was due to technological malfunctions.... I cracked my computer screen and had to have it replaced by the Geek Squad.
Despite the lack of blog updates, I have been busy for the last few weeks, so I'll start where I left off.
July 24th- I spent Friday in Canton, SD judging the interview portion of the Little Miss Canton & Junior Miss Canton Pageant with Miss South Dakota USA 2008 Jessica Rowell and Mrs. South Dakota 2008 April Kelling. The interviews took place at the Canton Pizza Ranch, during a pizza dinner. Yum!
That evening, I attended Relay for Life in Sioux Falls, where I had the honor of crowning Miss Relay for Life 2009 at the conclusion of one of the night's many mini-competitions.
July 25th- In the morning, I judged and performed at the Little Miss Canton & Junior Miss Canton Pageant. Gabriella Isais was crowned Little Miss Canton 2009, and Mackenzie Halverson was crowned Junior Miss Canton. Little Miss Canton director Jessie Brower and her volunteers are to be commended for putting together a very fun experience for all of the contestants.
In the afternoon, I traveled to Madison, SD, where I was a guest performer at the Miss Prairie Village Pageant.
July 26th- Thanks to the generosity of the National Guard Recruiters, I was able to sign autographs and watch the spectacular feats of daring pilots from the shade of the Recruiting Tent at the Sioux Falls Air Show.
August 1st- I traveled to Burke, SD for Dog Days 2009, where I participated in the Dog Days Parade, signed autographs at the Root Beer Float Social, and performed at the reunion banquet. My grandma, great aunt, and great uncle were all in Burke as well, participating in reunion activities as Burke alumni.
August 6th- I attended the Sioux Falls Truck and Trailer Customer Appreciation Golf Tournament, meeting people from all over South Dakota and Minnesota as I toured the golf course on the beverage cart.
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