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Mrs. International Pageant

2009-07-25T12:17:00.000-07:00

Skeeter and I arrived in Chicago on Monday July 13. We spent two days exploring Chicago in perfect sunny weather. It felt like Heaven compared to the 102 we left in Houston. Tuesday night I met all the amazing women who came for the Mrs. International pageant.

Wed. our group toured Chicago in a double decker bus. It was a great opportunity to get to know the other contestants. When we returned we went straight to rehearsals. I loved every second!

By Friday I had the opening number down and was so ready for the prelims!

Saturday night when I was announced as part of the top ten finalists, by heart leapt! I felt so honored to be among the most amazing women I have ever met.. some of whom were not standing with me in the top ten. I can honestly say that I gave my best. I prayed to be transparent so that others could see CASA through me... and I know I accomplished that goal. I was blessed to have confidence, stamina and endurance.

My name was called as 2nd runner up....so exciting! What went through my mind as they called my name was something my sister Lisa said when she finished her marathon last year. "Why not challenge ourselves to be extraordinary, even if it is just for one moment?" Lisa, I had my moment--- and it was wonderful.

American Heart Association @ The Galleria

2009-07-11T14:48:00.000-07:00

The AHA "Beat The Heat-- Come and Play" event at The Galleria was a hit! Felicia Gann (AHA) and I gave out every last AHA T-shirt and waterbottle, talked up the new Go Red program "Better U" and spoke with many children about staying active and making healthy food choices. I also signed autographs and took pictures with many princesses! Skeeter and the kids enjoyed the Bungee Jump, taking pics with Texans Cheerleaders, winning Astros tickets and meeting the Rainforest Frog & Chick- Fil-A cow.

QUEEN FOR A DAY

2009-07-10T22:40:00.000-07:00

What a magical day we had at The Woodlands Children's Museum for their "Queen For a Day" event! I was so pleased that both Miss Teen Texas (Dymond Hayes) & Miss Texas International (Jade Monfils)could join me as we participated in a day of parachutes, face-paint, plastic jeweled crowns, paper flowers and the most important part-- promoting CASA! The museum created a kingdom of fanciful activities and truly made all participants feel like Royalty... complete with a Red Carpet!

CASA Presentation at Woodlands KIWANIS CLUB

2009-07-10T22:30:00.000-07:00

CASA's Diane Anderson and I presented to the Woodlands Kiwanis Club. They are huge supporters of CASA. They attend the GALA event each year and have donated generously to fund a CASA advocate. Thank You Kiwanis!

UP CLOSE

2009-06-07T19:40:00.000-07:00

I was honored that UP CLOSE magazine chose to feature me as Mrs. Texas International in a full page article of their inaugural edition. The article focused on CASA and raising awareness about the organization and all the ways people can get invloved. It's great to know that from the article many people will learn that there are more needs within CASA than just being a child advocate. We need volunteers to serve on the GALA Committee, plan the CASA Kid's Holiday Party, CASA KIDS picnic, and more. I know that the result of the article will be an increase in awareness and an increase in a growing army of CASA volunteers! To read the full article, just paste the following url into your browser. It's on UP CLOSE page 20. http://www.thewoodlandsupclosemagazine.com/archives/09-06-june-2009.html

Blake's A Grad!

2009-06-07T19:15:00.001-07:00

Blake graduated from Kindergarten Thursday June 4. He was so excited! He said, "The best thing about graduating is that I get to take home my box!" He also said he loves his teacher Mrs. Vogt. She exemplified all that a kindergarten teacher should be. Blake got the award for "Best Singer" and finished the year as one of the strongest readers and writers in the class. He is pumped up about finishing the school year and just before I snapped this picture he exclaimed "I am a first grader now!"

ALL ABOUT TAMALES!

2009-06-07T18:46:00.000-07:00

TAMALES, TAMALES, TAMALES! My sweet Nanny and friend Maria Nino offered sweet service through a tamale fundraiser benefiting my Mrs. International Trip to Chicago. I collected orders for 258 dozen tamales! Supportive friends and family came May 30 to roll pork tamales---over 2000 were hand made in just 12 hours! Thanks so much to Mom, Lisa & Jeff, Lori & Steve, Kelli, Julie, Tracy, Maria, Minto, and my CASA buddies Denise and Patty. I could never have done this without you. A special thank you, too to my sweetheart Skeeter and my kids for all their support. I love you guys. All tamales were delivered two days later and everyone raved about the excellent flavor and moist masa. DELICIOSO!!

An Honor To Sing

2009-06-01T19:58:00.000-07:00

I was priviledged to sing the Star Spangled Banner at the Leadership Montgomery County Graduation on May 28. Whenever I sing the National Anthem it is always hard to hold back the emotion that I feel. I love this country so much and am so proud of those who have fought for our freedom, including my late father in law Earl T Hubert and my grandpa Reyes who served in World War II and was awarded the Purple Heart. It was so fitting to sing that inspired song during the Memorial Day week.

RELAY FOR LIFE

2009-05-16T22:02:00.000-07:00

May 15th at the American Cancer Society's Relay for life event, I spoke to the crowd during the opening ceremony about "Triumphing Over Challenge." I likened the challenge of Cancer to a terrible storm and how ultimately one must choose if he/she will dance in the rain. I have known many people effected by cancer. My mother, my brother-in-law, father-in-law, aunt and grandma and other friends. I am so proud of them for the challenges they have overcome and the hope that lives within them that Cancer will one day be eliminated.

FIESTA UNIVERSAL

2009-05-16T21:53:00.000-07:00

May 2 I was honored to be one of the speakers at the Fiesta Universal event in Town Square. I was asked to speak about the power of education. What an easy topic.. afterall I am living proof of the power of education! Beyond my stint as a professional student for years now, everyday is a lesson in life. I never stop learning and growing. Do you?

CASA & MARCH OF DIMES

2009-05-16T21:28:00.000-07:00

The CASA KID'S PICNIC was a HUGE SUCCESS THANKS TO

ANGELA SPEIGHT & MARIS BLAIR. They worked hard to make everything perfect for the CASA kids. Fishing, games, food, music, moonwalks and a velcro wall made the afternoon GRAND for many! My favorite part was helping Jill with the art projects for the kids to paint tiles.

The same day was the March of Dimes event and I had the priviledge of welcoming in the participants at the finish line. I was fortunate enough to snap a picture with the ambassador family.

CHILD ABUSE AWARENESS

2009-05-16T21:12:00.001-07:00

APRIL IS CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH

In honor of Child Abuse Prevention month, I proactively sought out
opporunities to spread awareness about CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates).

I contacted businesses in Market Street and a few agreed to passout info in their stores throughout the month. Mike Schinn from Learning Express is a huge CASA supporter and Nizhoni boutique also offered to give back to CASA monetarily by donating a portion of profits from anything in the store that was BLUE. We also set up a tent in Market Street during one of the Jazz concerts. We passed out over 200 pamphlets and then ran out! What a success! Finally, I held a jewelry party that directly benefitted CASA. Together my friends and I earned over $1000 in jewelry that CASA will receive for GALA silent auction.

SERVICE IN THE COMMUNITY

2009-05-16T19:49:00.000-07:00

Life has picked up speed in a great way and I have had many opportunities to serve in the community as well as statewide. Below are some pictures of some of the 25+ events I have attended since being crowed Mrs. Texas International just eight weeks ago!

Taylor, a kinder student from Houston / State Rep. Brandon Creighton

Autographs for soldier's children / New Caney Student Council

Montgomery Co . Fair Queen MC Fair Executive Director
Candidates

One of my favorite things through all of this is being

able to show my daughter Olivia the value of community

service. I want her to know how much joy comes from sharing

your talents with others.

Chamber of Commerce EXPO / Gold's Gym Body Step Launch

IT'S ALL ABOUT HEART HEALTH!!

AMAZING HONOR

2009-04-11T10:57:00.000-07:00

When I began this journey as Mrs. Woodlands my goal was to make a difference in my community for the benefit of abused and neglected children. Of course when I enter any competition I put my whole heart into it, so I was indescribably pleased to receive the amazing honor of the Mrs. Texas International crown. I also received the following awards:
Physical Fitness

Community Service

Best Interview

NOW A NEW JOURNEY BEGINS.... ON TO CHICAGO!

THE WEEKEND I'D BEEN WAITING FOR!

2009-04-11T10:25:00.000-07:00

A few of my fellow contestants

The Mrs. Texas International Pageant officially
began Friday night. We had personal interviews on Saturday
and then the fun began!! The women were amazing inside and
out. I wish I had additional time to get to know them better.
These pics are from Saturday. What fun!!

Riding the Humner Limo to the Riverwalk for a boat ride

Signing Autographs and Skeeter getting some for Olivia

Arriving for dinner at Augie's.... MMM MMM good!

Mrs. Woodlands

2009-04-11T09:29:00.000-07:00

January 1st I started my work as Mrs. Woodlands International. I was determined to make a difference in the community I love so much. I got involved with CASA more intimately than ever and every place I went was an attempt to share the CASA message of child advocacy. In all I made about 20 appearances before the Mrs. Texas competition.

Below are a few of the pictures from some appearances.

CASA 1/2 marathon SCI-TECH FAIR

CASA GALA DAVID ELEMENTARY

MARCH OF DIMES Mont. Co. Assoc. of Business Women

NIZHONI BOUTIQUE RELAY FOR LIFE

WOODLANDS IDOL GO TEXAN DAY

TOASTMASTERS MY D.I.TEAM

Costume Cuties

2009-04-11T08:09:00.000-07:00

We had two skeletons and aVeterinarian for Halloween this year. It was extra special that Olivia chose to be a VET, since that is the occupation of her Granddady passed away last March.

I'm Back!!

2009-04-10T14:17:00.000-07:00

My last post was WAY back in September, just before hurricane IKE hit. So much has happened since then. It's time to get back in the swing of blogging! The picture is just the tip of the iceberg regarding the damage to our home. Caved in ceilings and mold were the main reasons we were forced to live in an apartment for 2 months. Life was turned upside down temporarily, but through it all we remained grateful. Afterall, there were hundreds of thousands worse off than we were.

1st Day Excitement

2008-09-01T05:59:00.000-07:00

Olivia and Blake started school Monday August 25th. It was such an exciting day for Blake, as he entered his first day of Kindergarten. He reported that the day was "SUPER DUPER!" Next he said, "Mom, I was a little bad a few times... I even had to go to the principal's office." Of course, knowing my rambuncious Blake, I did take his comment seriously... I was just about to pick up the phone and call his teacher when he said, "Na, Mom, I'm just kidding!" Wow-- he's definately Skeeter's Mini Me.... already a prankster. Olivia loved her teachers, too. So it looks like we are off to a great start!

Still Love to Dance!

2008-08-31T22:12:00.000-07:00

What an amazing night we had as we danced to the Carribean beat. It's an event Skeet and I look forward to each August. It gives us a reason to dressup like a King and Queen and dance the night away. Keeping love alive... that's what it's all about!

Little Known Talent

2008-08-31T22:03:00.000-07:00

Skeeter never ceases to amaze me... he has some talents that I think he hasn't even discovered yet! At the 2008 Chairman's Ball the theme was Carribean, but we chose Black Tie for the evening. I was skeptical at best when Skeeter and Kenny scooted off to try their luck at Limbo... especially since Skeet was wearing boots! He amazed us all as he bent backward time after time when they lowered the bar for the new round. Who would have guessed he'd be dubbed Limbo King? It was he and a 4'11 queen that took the honors for the night. It's that kind of talent that keeps me guessing what may be around the corner. You never know with Skeeter... remember the Yodeling contest he won back in 2004? What will be next?

The beginning....

2008-08-31T20:11:00.000-07:00

OK, here it is. My first Blog is now alive! I have been asked so many times, "Do you have a Blog?" "What's the address for your blog?" and of course given the ol', "Oh, you don't have a blog?" remark... Let's face it, it's all about priorties ladies. So, I made it a priorty mainly because I have all these friends who are moving away to far off places and 90% of family lives at least 4 hours away. That makes for infrequent visits and difficulty sharing all the great things that are happening in our lives. So, my goal is to update you on what's important to me and my precious family. Enjoy!