Mrs Minnesota International 2012

After all the preparations and glitz, the pageant has officially come and gone! It was a weekend filled with more than I could have ever imagined. I was so blessed to have a huge support team along with my biggest supporter- my wonderful loving husband, Jared. It was an experience that really won't be forgotten!

From the moment we arrived at orientation, the festivities began! We were orientated to what would happen over the weekend, met the other contestants and went to dinner. Saturday morning, we woke up early and headed to rehearsals and then it was time for preliminaries. Even though we had practiced all day, the excited of a crowd and energy that could be felt nearly took my breath away. It was such a cool experience! Prelims went great and all of a sudden I felt a sense of relief and just decided to enjoy the moment and all that came with it! My friends and family were all so supportive... in fact I even won the Team Spirit Award! Thanks so much team! :)

Sunday morning, we had interviews bright and early followed by a luncheon with Miss Teen International, Jurnee Carr. She was a great speaker and helped get me amped again for finals. Finals came and I must say I was honored to receive the Go Red Award, Photogenic AND 2nd Runner Up! I am truly honored to have been so blessed to have a great experience and do so well for my first pageant ever. Jared even met some new friends. The men this year were soooo amazing!

Thank you so much for all your love and support throughout my prep and actual competition period. I couldn't have done it without you! I'm so happy for Sarah Bazey, who is no doubt an INCREDIBLE woman, and will do great at Nationals and representing Minnesota!