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February 19, 2011 was my last day as your reigning Miss Marion County and what a fun experience it was. I've included my farewell speech in this post as a great reminder of what an amazing opportunity this year as been for me. Wow…What can I say; this year has been a journey! This journey for me started in November of 2009 when I finally decided to get serious about experiencing the opportunity of being your next Miss Florida USA and the dream officially started right here on this stage when I was crowned Miss Marion County USA one year ago. I still remember the shock of actually winning; it is still considered one of the brightest spots of my reigning year. I’ve held my crown tightly for a year and honestly, I’m very reluctant to let it go. This was my first chance to after my dream and no one forgets their first. I’m so thankful for the opportunity I was given, and the people I’m met and become friends with along the way. Kim, I want to personally thank you for helping me to beco...

After the Golf Tournament, Jessica and I went to the Five Points of Life 5k and Kids Marathon. We both left our tennis shoes at home but I would have been willing to run in 5 inch heels sadly we couldn't but we did help medal all of the children as they finished their last 1.2 miles of their marathon. The children involved have been running for the past couple of weeks to run a marathon and it was a great opportunity to be involved with. Enjoy the photos, especially the ones of me completing the marathon LOL.

This past Saturday was pretty busy. As my official last day as Miss Marion County I went and volunteered along with Jessica Kennedy Miss Atlantic Coast at a golf tournament that was raising money for the Boys and Girls Club of Alachua County. There, Jessica and I helped to raise over $600 dollars for the raffle tournament thet were holding in about an hour. I was extremely excited for the money we raised and the cause it is helping.

This past Saturday I attended the Miss Jacksonville/Rivercity Florida America pageant in support of my awesome sister queen Nicole Kelley. While Nicole may have placed 2nd runner up she looked amazing and I know she will make it to the Miss Florida America stage. I also had the chance to meet up with Sarah, our current Miss Jacksonville USA for the next month before she gives up her title. It was a great pageant and full of suspense I can't wait to attend the next one.