Last night, the Smith family left Fargo at approximately 11pm - they had intended to leave Friday morning, but the impending danger and warnings were heeded. They traveled to Moorhead and at 6:30am, were emergency evacuated as the city is experiencing sewage backup and are unable to house evacuees. At this time, the family is traveling to Minneapolis to a safe location.
From Angela's conversation, the dikes in and around Fargo are leaking and/or showing signs of failure. They have increased the flood heights to 43ft and it is likely that most of the area will be under water.
As the Smith family travels to Minneapolis, they are seeing little traffic heading the same direction and the only traffic they see going in the opposite direction is emergency vehicles, large construction equipment, tractor trailers with supplies and National Guard Convoys. Buses are transporting volunteers to the city - most residents have been up for 5-7 days sandbagging and are exhausted - many haven't slept for days. The sites are staggering and humbling.
Donations (monetary, food, etc..) are greatly needed. Please visit: www.givebackimpact.org and donate - these monetary donations will be doubled and kept local. These funds will assist with shelters and volunteer efforts. Also, donate to the Salvation Army and Red Cross - both organizations will be instrumental in recovery efforts.
To listen to local news: http://www.mojo104.com/ and http://www.fm1051.net/ will be the best resources. You will have a true sense of the dire need that people have and the extent of situation. The city's priority at this time is repairing any leaking/failed dikes and evacuating all residents. The focus is no longer building more dikes or sandbagging.
Please send your prayers out to all families and especially to the Smiths.
16 March- Royal Confections Goes Live on the Web
Opening 4 April 2009!
We have finally taken that next step into cyber-space and gone "Live". This site will grow and change as we do, and we are excited to be working on a number of pageant sponsorships and appearance opportunities in May, June and Sept. If you are interested in taking part, please email me at info@royal-confections.com:
Website details:
Fine chocolates and confections have several characteristics in common: they are always fresh, contain high quality ingredients, are usually less sweet and feature unusual textures and natural flavors. Royal Confections features tempting truffles, gourmet caramel, handmade fudge, and an array of delicious confection treats.
Come treat yourself to some of the finest chocolates and confections, and live like Royalty where Life is Sweet!
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27 Feb- An Enchanted Evening at the NC International Pageant
The NC International Pageant was truly an Enchanted Evening. Some of the most amazing and dedicated women competed for the coveted title of NC International. Jennifer Phillips (Mrs. VA International) and I traveled down to help Joy Pfister (NC International Director) with Program Book sales. The torrential rain did not dampen the evenings celebratory atmosphere. Katie-Britt Greenway (Beauties of America 20's) performances for the evening were amazing. The MC for the evening Tim Kretschmann from PageantCast, not only entertained but led us through the Enchanted time of pageantry. At the end of the evening, some amazing women began their year journey as NC International, and the rest of us walked away will wonderful memories of friends old and new.
Teen
Miss North Carolina International: Julie Tesh
Mrs. North
21 Feb- District Pinewood Derby, Chesterfield VA
It was the race of all races. Where champions from all over the district come and show off their cars, race for speed, and hang out with friends. The Cub Scout Pinewood Derby was held at the Chesterfield Fairgrounds. As a winner of his den at the pack race at the beginning of February, Alex Arnold had an opportunity to race at District. While his brother hung out with NASCAR drivers:
Alex watched his car race to the front of the finish line several times:
Alex watched his car race to the front of the finish line several times:
In the end, Alex finished 3rd in the district. The top three cars we separated by only tenths and hundredths of a second. It was an exciting day, and a great finish by Alex.
15 Feb- VA International Pageant
I had a great time at the VA International Pageant. It was a chance to watch a wonderful production, spend time with friends that I don't get to see often enough, and even meet some new ones. VA's Representatives for International this year are a great group of women:
Victoria Goldberg, Miss Teen Virginia International 2009
Ashley Dixon, Miss Virginia International 2009
Jennifer Phillips, Mrs. Virginia International 2009
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