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Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Brunch.
I got to reunite with a fellow Mrs. America contestant this weekend! Jacqueline (Mrs. Rhode Island) was in New Jersey judging the Miss New Jersey USA Pageant, and since she was only 40 minutes away, we couldn't resist getting together for brunch and chatting. It was so good to laugh about funny memories from Mrs. America and share stories from our home states. I miss all the ladies in the class of 2008!
Monday, October 6, 2008
Whirlwind.
What an amazing opportunity being Mrs. New Jersey America is! I've had some truly wonderful experiences so far - getting to meet people who make a difference, getting to raise money for some wonderful charities, and having a bunch of fun!
I must say that I've been so impressed with the creative and effective ways the Komen for the Cure Foundation raises money and awareness about breast cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month - please pass along the Komen message of early detection to all the women in your life. And if you can donate, please do. Every little bit helps fund research and prevention efforts.
A big thank you to all my sponsors for the Komen walk yesterday. I walked with "The Bald and the Breastless," a team of survivors and supporters who can be called nothing but an inspiration. And lots of more Komen events coming up this month ... tying pink ribbons, "Driving for the Cure," etc.
I thought the doggie day that L'Oreal held was amazing as well - raising money for Komen and awareness of animal rights issues simultaneously. And what a great time I had with Mrs. Mercer County Anita Wertz (and her daughter), Mrs. New Jersey 2006 Christina Rak-Samson, and Mrs. Wheelchair New Jersey 2006 Kelly Rouba judging the dog costume contest! My husband won't let me dress up our dog, so I loved seeing the dogs in their finest costumes!
With Anita and Christina (and some furry friends!)
With "Rescue Ink," an organization that rescues dogs from dog fighting and abuse
I've also recently participated in a music festival in Washington, NJ, where my husband grew up. One of my duties was announcing bands, including "The Boys Named Sue," a Johnny Cash tribute band.
I love Johnny Cash! My dog is even named Folsom after the song.
Additionally, a big thanks to the Newark Bears staff and fans who welcomed me with open arms and cheered me on as I threw out the first pitch.
(Thanks, Rich!!)
I must say that I've been so impressed with the creative and effective ways the Komen for the Cure Foundation raises money and awareness about breast cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month - please pass along the Komen message of early detection to all the women in your life. And if you can donate, please do. Every little bit helps fund research and prevention efforts.
A big thank you to all my sponsors for the Komen walk yesterday. I walked with "The Bald and the Breastless," a team of survivors and supporters who can be called nothing but an inspiration. And lots of more Komen events coming up this month ... tying pink ribbons, "Driving for the Cure," etc.
I thought the doggie day that L'Oreal held was amazing as well - raising money for Komen and awareness of animal rights issues simultaneously. And what a great time I had with Mrs. Mercer County Anita Wertz (and her daughter), Mrs. New Jersey 2006 Christina Rak-Samson, and Mrs. Wheelchair New Jersey 2006 Kelly Rouba judging the dog costume contest! My husband won't let me dress up our dog, so I loved seeing the dogs in their finest costumes!
With Anita and Christina (and some furry friends!)
With "Rescue Ink," an organization that rescues dogs from dog fighting and abuse
I've also recently participated in a music festival in Washington, NJ, where my husband grew up. One of my duties was announcing bands, including "The Boys Named Sue," a Johnny Cash tribute band.
I love Johnny Cash! My dog is even named Folsom after the song.
Additionally, a big thanks to the Newark Bears staff and fans who welcomed me with open arms and cheered me on as I threw out the first pitch.
(Thanks, Rich!!)
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