Miss America 2010

With all of my drama let me now forget to introduce Miss America 2010 - Caressa Cameron!!
I had the honor of meeting Caressa years ago at good ole American Coed. She was the VA Jr. Teen and I was competing in the Coed division. She is a doll and I could not be happier for her. She sang "Listen" from the movie Dreamgirls for talent and brought the house down! So talented. I knew immediately that Vivica A. Fox (judge) was going to LOVE her. The overall competition was a little blah and you could certainly tell who had "it" and who didn't. I was pulling for AZ (Savanna), MN (Brooke) and VA (Caressa)...so glad one of my picks won.

I wish Caressa the very best during her reign as Miss America 2010

When Will This Cup Pass?

Life is full of highs and lows; ups and downs...I get that but it seems that time and time again i go down and stay down. I can't tell you how unbelieveably frustrating it is to see so many people around you living the life and exceling at all the things I wanted for my life. It seems as though is just comes so easy to them and it like pulling teeth for me to catch a break. I won't go into all the details that have my head reeling...again but I will say that I have set my self up for yet another lenghthy discussion with my parental unit which no part of me is looking forward to.

My head is reeling...again and it's only February!!! I know that a lot of time people create the situtions that they find themselves in but seriously I'm sick of this. Whatever lesson God is trying to teach me...I get it and I'm over it and I would really appreciate some cooperation. I am not a bad person. I am intelligent, kind, sincere, hard working, and accomplished not to mention relatively good looking. With all that being said why do I feel like I am constantly being crapped on!!! It's just not fair. I don't ask for much: a decent job, quality and solid relationships, a roof over my head , food (and the occassional new pair of shoes).

I have prayed and prayed for all of the above and yet I feel my prayers go unasnwered. I am not in the business of questioning God but can you help me out and at least give me a hint as to where this is all going to end up because I am suffering, my relationships are suffering and I really don't know how much more of this I can take.

Slowly Recovering

I couldn't post yesturday, I was still reeling from the CRUSHING loss by the Minnesota Vikings in Sunday's NFC Champtionship game. I al but had a melt down! I'm talking; heart racing, blood pressure up, sweating...the works. In a nutshell, they lost with less than a minute on the clock (thank you Mr. Farve). As disappointing as the intercepted pass by Farve was I can't place all the blame on him. He had help...a lot of help in this loss primarily from Adrian Peterson who to say had an "off night" is an understatement. Game went into OT and I HATE post season OT rules. First team to score wins...that's crap!!! So Saints win the toss and with a quick kick from 40 yards the Saints will face the Colts in the Superbowl. I will be cheering for the Colts. Plus I like Kendra Baskett better than Kim Kardashian (Kendra is married to Hank who plays for Indy and Kim is dating Reggie from the Saints).


Okay, enough of that....


Lola is still flying high from last week's BJ show. Everytime she starts to come down, someone calls and she goes right back up!. This time it was a rep for Tony Bowls that called her and said that the African American is "attractive"...THAT's ME!!!! She said they will probably discuss in their next big meeting. WHat that means I have no idea but I am open to whatever may come from this.


I am on the hunt for a pageant gown, no not for me, but for a friend of mine who is returing to the pageant arena after a long hiatus. She is excited and I am doing what I can to get her ready to take the stage. As for my future pageant plans...I have not ruled out the possibilty of competing, so keep your eyes peeled you never know when or where I may pop up.

Barrett Jackson 2010

Here are some shots from Tuesday's show at Barrett Jackson courtsey of VG Magazine.
ENJOY!!!!

Tiara Tea Party 2010

It's that time of year again...The 3rd Annual Tiara Tea Party supporting the Arizona Make A Wish Foundation!!! This will be my 3rd year hosting the event and I am so exicted. I love the Tea Party for so many reason and look forward to it every year. Not only is it a fabulous event with pretty tiaras and pageant queens but it also supports a fabulous charity. The party is an event hosted by the Teens Caring For a Cause Foundation and each year it gets bigger and better.

This year's event will be held February 21st and though we will still have guest appearances by National American Miss titleholders and Miss Arizona (MAO) we did changed up the program just a tad. The event will now be held at Gainey Village in Scottsdale (in the past we were at Desert Ridge Marketplace) and we have incorporated a FASHION SHOW!!! Teens Caring For A Cause has patnered this year with Urban Kidz for the show and particpants will be competing for a prize package.

In addition to my duties as emcee, I have been asked to produce and direct the fashion show. This will be the first show that I will be responsible for (no pressure though). I figure I have seen and been in enough that I shouldn't have any major issues....wait did I mention we are expecting 70 models between the ages of 4 and 18!!!  It is going to be a challenge but I am up for and committed to making this a great show. I am looking forward to meeting with everyone next week to really get the wheels spinning on this show.

This is a FABULOUS event with fun for everyone. For more info check out: Teens Caring For A Cause

Lady On Deck

I realize that I am 20 days late but for the new year I'm going to give this blog thing another shot. I have learned over the past year that it is so much easier and cathartic to write (or type) you thoughts and feelings out rather then hold on to them. With that being said this blog will serve as my sounding board for all things happening in my world - the good, the bad...highs and lows, should make for some interesting reading.

My first post is dedicated to the Barrett Jackson Auto Show, more specifically the fashion show. I LOVE fashion, I love modeling and I love being on the runway. I was asked by my good friend Lola Harper to model in her show at Barrett Jackson. Lola manages Roxanne's Lingerie and Formals in Scottsdale and has truly been a blessing to me. She carries the most phenomenal gowns for all occastions: prom, mother of the bride, cocktail and PAGEANT. Lola has provided me with so many gorgeous gowns many of which have been worn in various pageant competitions and events.

The show was held last night in Scottsdale. Chanel and Tony & Guy were on hand for hair and makeup to ensure that we all looked out best. The weather was less than desirable (we're talking torrential rain) but we made it work.

About 30 minutes before the show we had to move all of the gowns directly behind the stage since our dressing tent was soaked!

It ended up working out though because our changes were so quick. Though the weather was less than desirable we managed to pull off a great show. We walked the red runway with fierncess and showcased many gowns from Roxannes newest designers including: Pronovais Barcelona, Terrani, and Blush Prom (we also threw in some Tony Bowls). . Lola was so thrilled and recieved so many compliments. I have a feeling this is just the beginning for amazing things to come from Roxanne's!! For more information check out their website: http://www.roxannescouture.com/