Recapping the night

So, with the news of our blog brought the news of my "new" title. Many of you had no clue that I was involved in this latest endeavor. Around Sept. I was approached with the idea of competing and after much thought (and a small arm twist) I decided this would be a fun goal to get back into shape and getting a jump start on educating us about fostering. The Mrs. International pageant is based primarily on the women's platform, an issue she would represent for the year. I was excited with the possiblity of being able to share my passion about foster/adopt on a state/national level. To make a long story short, I left with Greg for the pageant on Oct. 26th. Interviews were that Fri. with the prelim. pageant Sat. afternoon. I had to compete in Physical fitness (which consisted of a unitard), a 30 second platform statement and evening gown (which Greg escorted me and looked quite handsome if I do say so myself). The top 8 scores were tallied and those 8 ladies competed at Sundays show. There were many wonderful women who truly would have done the title proud and I am just so blessed to have been chosen among them to represent the state and the pageant. I'm looking forward to competing at the national pageant in Chicago, July 20/21st.
Below is a slide show I borrowed from my friends blog as I did not take any personal pictures myself. Enjoy!