"It would be so nice if something would make sense for a change. "
-- Alice, Alice in Wonderland
Greetings from Orlando! I'm sorry I don't have much time to write. After my speedy-yet-satisfying five hours of sleep last night, I'm rather tired and must resume the beautification process - which has proven to be a daunting and perpetual task. The Miss contestants spent several hours touring a Children's Hospital and we will be leaving for dinner in about an hour. We're going to Maggiano's and I've heard its delightful! Immediately after, we're headed to the Linda Chapin Theatre at the Orange County Convention Center for the final night of preliminary competition.
As I'm in a hurry, I promise to fill in all the blanks in a future blog entry. At the moment, unfortunately, time is a luxury I don't have. I like to leisurely sit and write at my desk... making great and valiant efforts to provide you with witty anecdotes and fun lil' photos. This time - the photos will have to do all the talkin'. Please follow the link below (or copy and paste it into your browswer) to preview a small sampling of the photos we've taken from the week thus far. Again, more will follow when time allows.
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2023194&l=2e914&id=44902634
The most important thing here though is to tell you all about Genay - she's doing AMAZING! Alli, Sally, and I are so proud of her. She has her characterisitic sweetness and quick wit and is full of energy despite the gruelling schedule. She simply shines onstage and her personality clearly comes through. She is always quick to laugh and smile and the stories she's been sharing at visitation have us in stitches! Her wardrobe and makeup are simply maaaavelous and her talent was upbeat, engaging, and executed with perfection. We are so proud to see her compete and I, personally, am so grateful that I have had this incredible chance to cheer her on from the audience! Thanks so much to everyone who made this trip possible - - Thanks and thanks again! I can't wait to sit down and share all of my thoughts and memories once I'm back in the Pacific Time Zone.
*Pauses* What's that? Oh, sorry, my makeup brushes are calling me... Must get back to work. Please enjoy the photos and continue to keep Genay in your thoughts and prayers. Feel free to email Alli (allison@misswashington.org) with your best wishes and words of encouragement. We've been sharing all the mail with Genay and she really appreciates your well wishes! Also, we've had nothing but positive feedback from other spectators about Genay and her performance. She is truly doing a tremendous job!
I'll check in as soon as I can. And tomorrow is the BIG DAY! Is it Finals Night, you ask. Of course not - I'm going to Disneyworld. woo-hoo!!! I've never been and I hear we get the VIP treatment. Here I come Magic Kingdom... watch out Mulan - I just may try to put you out of a job.
Warm regards,
elyse*
-- Alice, Alice in Wonderland
Greetings from Orlando! I'm sorry I don't have much time to write. After my speedy-yet-satisfying five hours of sleep last night, I'm rather tired and must resume the beautification process - which has proven to be a daunting and perpetual task. The Miss contestants spent several hours touring a Children's Hospital and we will be leaving for dinner in about an hour. We're going to Maggiano's and I've heard its delightful! Immediately after, we're headed to the Linda Chapin Theatre at the Orange County Convention Center for the final night of preliminary competition.
As I'm in a hurry, I promise to fill in all the blanks in a future blog entry. At the moment, unfortunately, time is a luxury I don't have. I like to leisurely sit and write at my desk... making great and valiant efforts to provide you with witty anecdotes and fun lil' photos. This time - the photos will have to do all the talkin'. Please follow the link below (or copy and paste it into your browswer) to preview a small sampling of the photos we've taken from the week thus far. Again, more will follow when time allows.
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2023194&l=2e914&id=44902634
The most important thing here though is to tell you all about Genay - she's doing AMAZING! Alli, Sally, and I are so proud of her. She has her characterisitic sweetness and quick wit and is full of energy despite the gruelling schedule. She simply shines onstage and her personality clearly comes through. She is always quick to laugh and smile and the stories she's been sharing at visitation have us in stitches! Her wardrobe and makeup are simply maaaavelous and her talent was upbeat, engaging, and executed with perfection. We are so proud to see her compete and I, personally, am so grateful that I have had this incredible chance to cheer her on from the audience! Thanks so much to everyone who made this trip possible - - Thanks and thanks again! I can't wait to sit down and share all of my thoughts and memories once I'm back in the Pacific Time Zone.
*Pauses* What's that? Oh, sorry, my makeup brushes are calling me... Must get back to work. Please enjoy the photos and continue to keep Genay in your thoughts and prayers. Feel free to email Alli (allison@misswashington.org) with your best wishes and words of encouragement. We've been sharing all the mail with Genay and she really appreciates your well wishes! Also, we've had nothing but positive feedback from other spectators about Genay and her performance. She is truly doing a tremendous job!
I'll check in as soon as I can. And tomorrow is the BIG DAY! Is it Finals Night, you ask. Of course not - I'm going to Disneyworld. woo-hoo!!! I've never been and I hear we get the VIP treatment. Here I come Magic Kingdom... watch out Mulan - I just may try to put you out of a job.
Warm regards,
elyse*
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