Appearances!

As Miss Teen Dallas County International, I have been pleased to participate in a few community events already.

September 2010- Volunteering at Autumn Leaves

                              

A regular visitor to Autumn Leaves, Alzheimer's and Dementia nursing home, I have the pleasure in seeing the senior citizens of my community lighten up with just a single visitor. I love playing bingo, watching the news, and just chatting with the friendly occupants. I always leave with a couple words of wisdom.


September 18, 2010- North Texas Teen Volunteer Fair

I attended the 2010 North Texas Teen Volunteer Fair. I not only got the opportunity to learn about the nonprofits in my area and get involved with a variety of causes, but it warmed my heart to see other teenagers taking the imitative to make a difference in their communities.

September 24, 2010- State Fair of Texas Opening Day Parade

I was pleased to be invited to participate in the State Fair of Texas Opening Day Parade with the current Miss Teen Texas International, Sydney Datcher.

October  9, 2010- Country Day on the Hill

Making an appearance in my hometown of Cedar Hill, I visited Country Day on the Hill. Country Day on the Hill has been a tradition in Cedar Hill for several years, where the citizens of Cedar Hill come out and enjoy a day full of activities, food, and good music located right in the heart of Cedar Hill. I was thrilled at the opportunity to go into the petting zoo and hold the small farm animals!

October 16, 2010- Buddy Walk

I was honored to be a dignitary at the 2010 Tarrant County Buddy Walk benefiting children with down syndrome. Having volunteered at the Special Olympics a few times before, I was absolutely thrilled to participate in a walk around the beautiful campus of UT Arlington with some of these children. Leading the walk with Miss Texas United States and Mrs. Fort Worth International, I took advantage of chatting with some of the self-advocates. It's amazing how much these children grow and learn with just a little encouragement! I loved talking with them and learning about their hobbies, likes, and activities; not to my surprise we share many common likes including, swimming, dancing, and spending quality time with family. After the walk, I enjoyed going around the game stations and spending time taking pictures, dancing, and doing activities with the children. Doing this Buddy Walk was an amazing experience and it opened my eyes to the little things in life we often neglect to give any attention to, such as, a Saturday outdoors, a big bear hug, or even a simple smile.