Part 2 of 5...True Story....

So, first and foremost I would like to ask you all for patience as I get this "pardon me" moment out of the way. Last Friday I was in Memphis for a quick visit with my hair stylist/therapist, a TNMAO pageant sister, and a newly pregnant dear friend, who happens to be a TNUSA sister. I was composing what probably would have been the most descriptive blog of pageantry I'd written to date, with special emphasis on the job of a titleholder when the computer I was borrowing showed it had 13% battery life. I rushed across the salon with wet hair in all my glory and suddenly the computer just shuts off. After I got over my mortification of what I knew would lead to a nice blog (and cover parts 2-5) were gone and lost forever I resolved myself to the fact that I would have to do exactly what I'm doing right now, starting from scratch. I have had an interesting hiatus since my last post that did not allow me to finish up my coverage. As I play catch up with my princesses, (two are pictured above) and get in some much needed family fun time over the weekend you all can rest up and anticipate parts 3-5 when I return next week. Have an amazing weekend and thanks for reading! Until then.......

Inside what it takes :)

Hello, and a humble apology will begin this blog. Post Miss Tennessee and the month of preparations for pageant week got the best of me.(yes,even HBQ's- has Been Queens suffer from post pageant syndrome) I have however prepared 5 post Miss Tennessee blogs to share with you inclusive of post crowning photos with our lovely new Miss Tennessee Erin Hatley, reactions and other unknowns to those of you new to this sport will enjoy. I'm so happy to be back with you and I look forward to the blogs I plan on sharing next! next month will mark a new preliminary season. Please continue to follow so that you can truly see the journey to the Hello, and a humble apology will begin this blog. Post Miss Tennessee and the month of preparations for pageant week got the best of me.(yes,even HBQ's- has Been Queens suffer from post pageant syndrome) I have however prepared 5 post Miss Tennessee blogs to share with you inclusive of post crowning photos with our lovely new Miss Tennessee Erin Hatley, reactions and other unknowns to those of you new to this sport will enjoy. I'm so happy to be back with you and I look forward to the blogs I plan on sharing next! next month will mark a new preliminary season. Please continue to follow so that you can truly see the journey to the ultimate crown :). I hope you all have had an amazing last two weeks! Until tomorrow!

Miss Tennessee Final night Part 1 of 5(yes 5!)

As the National Anthem began, sung by our own board member Mal Matthews I found myself nervously rocking side to side(and I'm sure my husband thought I was nuts) as players in the NFL and NBA do when it's game time!
I know the anxious feeling before you hit the stage for opening number! I had chills! The girls have done their best all week with their best all week with wardrobe, talent, and positive attitudes. One will wear as Mr.Hensley often refers to as the "sparkly little hat" tonight.As they began to announce the top 15 and later the top 12 and then 5, I wish you all could have felt the love, support and of course excitement for these lovely ladies! I flashback to my moments of the stage and felt so fulfilled knowing that one of these ladies would our new Miss Tennessee! The judges are looking for the woman who is the "total package". A woman who embodies the spirit of the Miss Tennessee Organization and will work hard as the Governor's official spokesperson for Character Education. And our new Miss Tennessee is.....