MOOT Re-cap

Miss Oklahoma was a blast! I always  love going, and getting to know more people that come from all over the state of Oklahoma. Everyone there is extremely supportive of everything you do. I have no words to say how wonderful this pageant system is. Its Amazing and definitely a blessing. The First prelim was on Thursday, and I did my talent. I danced a Musical Theater called Mr. Monotony. Then Friday morning, I competed in active wear and evening gown with onstage Q&A. Active wear is my favorite. Friday night was  finals night, and I was so excited when Ashten Vincent was crowned the new MOOT! She is a wonderful Teen and has such a sweet and kind heart. I did not make the top 11, but I was fortunate enough to receive a Non Finalist Talent Award. I love the opportunities you have as a title holder to reach many lives through your talent and platform. The Miss GrandLake pageant is coming up very soon, and I'm excited to pass on my title to a young woman who will continue to impact communities such the Grove and GrandLake area.

MOOT 2013

Its getting closer and closer to the week of the pageant! I do believe there are only 25 more days until the week starts. Very exciting! This year has gone my so fast and I can hardly believe its almost time to compete. The part that I am looking forward to the most, is seeing all my pageant sisters. A big part of this program is that we are so close. During the week it doesn't even cross my mind that we are competing against each other, because everyone is so supportive. At this time I'm tweaking the last of my talent, finding the last bit of my wardrobe, and finding every opportunity I can to get as much interview practice as possible. I want to thank everyone who is helping me to be as prepared as possible for this week that is to come.

Hemophilia Walk 2013

April 20th was the third annual Hemophilia Walk! I was the team leader for TEAM H.E.L.P. We raised a total of $3,045 and came in 5th place for the overall top fundraisers on the day of the walk. I had a blast at this event and it was fun for the kids especially, with blowups, face painters, bouncy houses and a dunk tank to name a few. This is a really easy way to get involved and help impact the hemophilia community. In order to come closer to finding a longer lasting treatment or even a cure will not be possible without the community's help. I want to say a special thanks to HPC. This is a pharmaceutical and home-help company and they were my main sponsor for this event. I strongly encourage everyone  to be a part of this event for the upcoming yearbecause knowing you can make a difference is something you can treasure forever.

Hemophilia Walk 2013

Make sure you clear your calender for April 20th for the Hemophilia walk for the year of 2013! This is held in Oklahoma Ciry every year. This is my second time to be a Team Leader, and so far we have raised over $4,OOO. But I need your help to reach my goal of $6,000! All funds go to Hemophilia families in need and also the research to find cure. All you need to do is click on the tab "Join our Team!" and donate. Its really simple and will only take a few minutes. Your donations will greatly help impact the Oklahoma Hemophilia community.
Team H.E.L.P. page:
http://my.e2rm.com/TeamPage.aspx?EventID=106980&LangPref=en-CA&TeamID=355695

My Hero

My brother Kyle getting infused after a hip injury. Every time he gets hurt he has to do this. They are injecting Factor into his body, so his blood will clot and heal the injury. My brother is the one who inspired me to come up with my platform H.E.L.P.(Hemophilia Education Leadership Program), and so far I have raised over $4,000 for research and development at a  local and national level. And the funny thing is, I am terrified of needles. Thats why he is my hero.

Thank You Sponsors! - Hemophilia Preferred Care

I want to give a special thank you to Hemophilia Preferred Care group for helping support me through salute page ads, sponsoring my team for the Oklahoma Hemophilia Walk 2012, and providing me with extremely valuable information to further the Hemophilia Education and Leadership Project. Because of you, I am helping to help educate students around the state on this disease, the risks, and how they can get involved to raise awareness for those who are suffering. 

Oklahoma Hemophilia Walk

This year, as Miss Broken Arrow's Outstanding Teen, I was appointed "team leader" of a walking team for the Oklahoma Hemophilia Walk. The OHW raises money to support furthering research and development of Hemophilia at the national level. I was able to gather up 12 people to support this cause, and our team raised over $1,500. I'm proud to say the walk was a huge success and together Oklahomans raise over $88,000 for the Oklahoma Hemophilia Foundation. 

Official Appearance at the School of the Arts

As this is my first year holding a teen title, I have been so excited to get to do official appearances. Recently, I was asked to speak at my former vocal coach's School of The Arts. I was honored to speak to two different groups on two separate nights. I talked to them about my platform Hemophilia Education and Leadership Program and the significance that the Miss Oklahoma's organization holds in my life. This was extremely special to me since I have always dreamed of being a part of this organization and now I am finally beginning to live my dream of competing at the state level. 

Hemophilia Walk and attending more pageants!

On the January 26, I met with the Oklahoma Hemophilia President and the Oklahoma Hemophilia Event Director. This meeting was to inform my family and I about the upcoming Hemophilia Run. This run is to raise money, not only for the Hemophiliacs and their families that live in the Oklahoma area, but also for the National Foundation for reasearch and development. I am now a new team leader for this run and I working to gather donations and runners to participate. Contact me for more information, or visit www.okhemophilia.org.

In January, I also the went to watch the Miss Route 66 and Miss Sooner State pageant. There I got to spend some time with my MOOT 2012 sisters. The girls did a Wonderful job! I also loved seeing Gentry Johnson up there as the emcee. I was her Oklahoma Star for Miss Oklahoma when she was competing and we had so much fun together. She was a great inspiration for me when I decided to start pursuing a pageant title in the Miss Oklahoma's Outstanding Teen System.