Looking back on my Miss America Bound, I realize I haven't updated lately. BUT for good reason as I barely have time for breathing :) So. on this beautiful monday of UT's fall break, while I have a little bit of breathing time, ;) I thought I'd let y'all know about the things that make my life go around. Let's start with my number one favorite time suck: UT Colorguard (Rodsquad).
Band Camp/Practices
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| After 9 years I still love every second of it :) |
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| Fam(ily) |
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| Each year is a little crazy... |
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| My Guard family line! |
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| Dillan and I always have the best faces! |
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| The Guard Backbend |
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| Adriana and I had our own 80's day! :) |
Performances and Games
Our first Halftime show was a 60/70's theme, with the songs Proud Mary, Shake a Tailfeather, Think, Hush, and Everybody's Everything (Karate). The Left picture was taken at the Horseshoe from when UT played OSU (and got jipped!!!!), and on the Right is is our performance at a home game in the Glassbowl.
Adriana and I on the left, and me and my mini-me Allie at the high school performance on the right.
At the UT vs Boise game, lots of the Rodsquad and Ut's Feature Twirler.
Work and School
Next is not nearly exciting, but necessary. Work and school. :) School is going ok, but after taking a couple online classes i'm learning that they are not for me. My favorite class by far this semester is Sociology. I find it so interesting to try to figure out people. Medical Ethics is also pretty good at holding my attention. Although, it's online my professor does an excellent job of engrossing you in her readings.
Work is also going well, as I am now a full time Sales Associate in the juniors dept of Dillards. I love being around all the fashion and helping people find the right clothes and style to make them look and feel good about themselves. Although, my paycheck is always in danger, since I want just about everything we sell. Especially the dresses!! The only things that aren't so fun are when:
People have the tendency to shoplift. A lot. It makes me so angry!
And fighting over the homecoming dresses, it ranges from humorous to sad that people act the way they do about things.
All in all my job is awesome!!
Pageants
The pageant scene has been kinda quiet for me, as I said before I competed in my first one, Miss Northcoast, and it was an awesome experience to be with one of my good friends, Jess Nelson, as she took her well-deserved crown. :) Then, I competed in the Miss Miami Valley/Montegomery County program, where I met lots of new awesome friends that I'll hopefully see in the future.
Coming up, I will be competing in the Miss Maumee Valley/All-American City/Fallen Timbers Program on my 21st birthday, on Oct 29th. Hopefully that brings me luck ;) I'm also set to compete in the Miss Northwestern Ohio pageant on Nov 12th in Defiance.
I'm Under Construction!
Speaking of all the other work, I am also working on myself! Don't get me wrong, I love myself and I love the body God gave me. I'm voluptous, and proud! In fact, Swimsuit is my favorite part of the competition, because I'm confident in myself, and I want to show everyone that you don't have to be stick-thin to be beautiful. But, and there's always the but, based on my family history of health problems and obesity, I know that in order to make sure I have a long, healthy life there are steps I need to take to make it happen. So. I now make regular trips to the gym, have cut out unnecessary junk out of my diet, and am drinking water like I'm a fish. The only thing I'm finding difficult is cutting out the fast food since it's so convenient and, well, fast, to get between practice and work.
I have also discovered a new love at the gym, and his name is Zumba. Zumba and Turbo Kick are two of the funnest ways to get exercise out there. Not to mention they'll kick your butt! Both involve elements of cardio dance, Zumba more then Turbo, and both are very fast-paced. Definitely not for the light of heart. But if the opportunity ever arises to take either of the classes, DO IT! I promise you won't be sorry! :)
But anyway, back to working on myself. I am vowing, and now publically, to not give up. I am promising myself that I will not quit until I reach my goal. My goal is simply to look and feel the best that I can. I know I will never be supermodel thin, but I also know that I wouldn't want to be. I wouldn't look half as good, and I wouldn't be me! And in order to show myself, and the world I can keep my promise, I will be tracking my progress on here. Starting now:
Some Words of Thanks
There have been some special people supporting me in every step I take that I feel that I need to recognize. First off, God. It's cliche, I know, but without him helping me and blessing me with all of my wonderful family and friends. Also, my parents for bringing me into this world. Then my Grandma, I know she isn't here with me physically, but I know she's my perfect guardian angel. She's in my heart and she makes me stronger. Though I miss her everyday, I know she will never leave me. Next in line is my Grandpa, he's constantly there for me giving me support and love whenever I need it. Without him, I can't imagine my life. He is my rock! Next is my best friend Rachel and Momma: I would be lost without both of these beautiful women. They have given me so much, more then I could ever deserve. They have been there and given me every kind of kindness in the world. Words cannot express my graditude to them. I'd like to thank Jess N. and Mom who inspired me to start competing and got me on my feet, and have given me tons of support. Another thanks goes to my "pageant mom" Nick. He's helped me through a lot and helped me with a lot of decisions. I just wish he didn't live 3-4 hours away. :( Lastly, but not leastly I'd like to thank my other best friends who complete and support me on a regular basis: Mariah (my future make-up artist), Emily, Trinity. And also to the Rodsquad and RMB who make up my second family.
Thank you all! I love you all so much!
I couldn't be more excited for the future competitions! I have so much in store :) A new gown and a new talent song, and I am so ready to strut my stuff and win that crown!
Until next time my loves, be safe, keep your heads up, and turn on your favorite playlist on your iPod. Because no matter what music will NEVER let you down. Don't Stop the Beat.
xoxo,
Lo<3
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