Happy New Year!!!

Here's to New Year's Resolutions, wonderful friends, good times, and a great year!

Veteran's Day in NYC

I had the exceptional honor of participating in the Veteran's Day Parade in NYC with the Glory Girls. Coming from a long line of veterans, I was proud to be able to honor all that have served this great land.




Thank you to the men and women that have served, and those serving our country in arms.



Thank you HBO for a great Float!



And to those in uniform closer to home, your service is a lifesaver.

Autism Walk-- Nov 8 2008

Autism Awareness is something that is very near to me.

What is autism?

Autism (sometimes called “classical autism”) is the most common condition in a group of developmental disorders known as the autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Autism is characterized by impaired social interaction, problems with verbal and nonverbal communication, and unusual, repetitive, or severely limited activities and interests. Other ASDs include Asperger syndrome, Rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (usually referred to as PDD-NOS). Experts estimate that three to six children out of every 1,000 will have autism. Males are four times more likely to have autism than females.

Every year Autism Speaks raises money through a Walk, for research. This year I had a great time volunteering at this wonderful event.

7,500 Walkers Raise $818,000 at D.C. Walk Now for Autism

The 8th annual D.C. Walk Now for Autism took place on Saturday, Nov. 8 at The National Mall, as 7,500 walkers raised $818,000. The Walk began at the foot of the Washington National Monument, proceeded past the White House, and stopped briefly in front of the Lincoln Memorial where huge message boards were set up for President-Elect Obama. The Walk route continued along the Reflecting Pool. The 2008 Walk experienced a 22 percent increase in team participation over last year's event, boasting walkers on almost 650 teams.

Pageant Pictures

I have finally received the pictures from the pageant. Here for your enjoyment......

On the beach

Interviews

Hanging out with Laren

Evening gown

Sportswear

Opening Number