Off to Nationals 2014!!!!

I can't believe it's been 3 years since I have last posted a message on my blog. So much has happened in the past few years. Since I have a lot to catch up on, I figured I would post throughout the week and allow you to go through my journey on becoming National American Miss Georgia PreTeen 2014. Make sure to stop by during the week so continue to read my stories. 

Since my last competition in 2011, my family and I moved to Cumming, Georgia. During the last three years, all I ever wanted was to participate in NAM once again. I had so much fun in the NJ state competition and at Nationals in California. I made so many friends and learned how to overcome my shyness. Most importantly, I learned that when you set your goals, focus on achieving your goals and work hard, anything is possible. 

My first year in Georgia, my mom and I set a goal to raise the money I needed. Not knowing anyone in GA made it very difficult and we were unable to raise the money. Although I was disappointed, I didn't allow that bring me down nor to discourage me from trying again. So, I then set my mind to focus on my school work and in my second best passion, DRAMA!! 

I never thought I would LOVE drama so much!! My first play was Cinderella where I played the role of Perla. I loved being the mouse who helped Cinderella feel pretty even in her saddest moments. 

Perla in Cinderella

My second play was Narnia where I played the Christmas Elf. I won Best Camio Appearance in the states competition!

Cast of Narnia

I also spent a lot of time getting to know the girls in my small group at church by volunteering in several community projects and in our church retreats. But, during all this time, NAM has always been on my mind.

In January of 2014, once again, I asked my mom if I can participate in NAM. We then set another goal of raising the money I needed. This time, I thought if I make something and sell it, people would be more inclined to give me money for something in return. So, between my mom and I, we started to make wrap bead bracelets. We raised ALL the money by making these bracelets. Everyone loved them!!

I had one more play before the end of 7th grade. This time, I played the grandmother in Mulan.

I just love how I can transform myself into another character and feel as if everything outside from the lights, wardrobe changes and adrenaline you get from being on stage just disappears.