Monday, August 27, 2007

Back in Columbus

Hi Georgia!!!
I’m back in Columbus after a fun couple of weeks!!! First of all, the Ageless Beauty Pageant in Blue Ridge was a blast. They treated me as if I were Miss America herself!! It was so much fun and I met just about every person who attended. Both men and women competed in the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s categories. I was the emcee and entertainment. One man walked out on stage, grabbed the microphone, and asked me, “Where were you 50 years ago when I was out lookin’ for a honey?” ha ha ha ha =) Needless to say, with a personality like that he walked away with the crown.  The Braves game was also GREAT!!! I sang “God Bless America” in front of the largest audience I have EVER performed in front of (about 30,000 people). It was hot and sweaty, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I had the best time!!! Thanks so much to Kellie Appel for making that happen!! I also attended the Miss Atlanta Pageant which was great. All of the girls were beautiful and talented. I am so glad I do not have to judge in this system!!! Chasity did an amazing job and looked beautiful. It was hard for me to remain seated as she sang! That girl is incredible!!! Thomas Barnette, a personal friend of mine, was there and sang beautifully as well!!! It was also fun to see my sweet Teen Michaela!!! I just love her to death!!! Congrats to all of the prelim winners and runners-up. A special congrats to Caitlin Andrews who was crowned Miss Atlanta 2008. She has a tough act to follow, but I know she will represent Atlanta very well!!! Thanks so the Atlanta Board for the gorgeous roses they presented me and for making me feel so welcome!!! Also- Thanks to Darrett and Brian for putting me up for the weekend in your AWESOME Buckhead townhouse.
I have been staying busy with lots of events lately and they have all been fabulous!!! I’ve met some incredible people and have gotten so many bookings! Some of the things I am looking forward to are: A trip to Las Vegas to help Jovani at market, The Miss Chattahoochee Pageant, Several CMN fundraisers I have been working on, and another trip to Blue Ridge to stay with the Grizzle family again (thanks to Susan and Erin for having me!).
The photos are of my trip to Fitzgerald where I joined East Central Technical College for Summerfest!!
Until we meet again, take care and God Bless!!!