Miss USA 2010

Attending Miss USA was an amazing opportunity! I can actually say i watched the pageant LIVE (:
WOW! and I even got to meet former Miss USA, Tara Conner!

update

Hello Everyone,

Sorry I haven't updated my blog! I was super busy with my graduation and now preparing for nationals! It's been an amazing 2-3 months (: and I couldn't have asked for anything better! I was so blessed with the many amazing opportunties that were bestowed upon myself and am thankful for the many wonderful men and women that have helped me along the way! I will be leaving for Houston, Texas tomorrow night for the 2010 Miss Teen United States-World Pageant. I will keep you updated! (:

Taping for Brown Bags to Stardom

Hello Everyone,

On Saturday, April 17, 2010 I got right into action and taped an episode for Brown Bags to Stardom which is a local television show on OC16 that showcases local talent here in the island. From Music Video's to Talent Showcases Brown Bags to Stardom has shown Hawaii the special talent we have. I have been a host for about 3-4 months now and it's amazing. I love it! Which explains why I want to become a news anchor! It'll happen one day and this opportunity is great practice! Thank you Johnny Kai for offering me this great opportunity(:

Prevent Child Abuse Hawaii @ the State Legislature

Aloha Everyone,

On Friday, April 16, 2010 I had the honor to be present at the Hawaii State Capitol where myself, Mrs.Hawaii Internationl and other generous volunteers gathered to make awareness to our senators and represenatives that April is Prevent Child Abuse Month. We went from door to door and encouraged them to attend the Pin-Wheel Ceremony on Sunday, the 18th and show their support to making awareness about child abuse since it is a serious issue. Also to preserve our healthy start programs we have due to the budget cuts. I also had the honor in meeting and talking with our Lt. Governor, Duke Aiona.

Jr & Teen Miss Hawaii World Apperance

Aloha To All,

On Sunday, April 11, 2010 there was an apperance for the 2010 Jr and Teen Hawaii World Contestants at Ward Warehouse. They girls had an opportunity to get used to a crowd and even speaking in front of them. I had the honor in asking the questions and the girls did an amazing job! We are possibly thinking of having a 2nd apperance at Ala Moana Shopping Center. However, we will definelty keep you all posted on that!

Story Telling at the Kaimuki Library

Hello,

On Sunday, April 11, 2010 I had the honor to read to children for Prevent Child Abuse Hawaii. Kaimuki Library is the closest to my house so it was enjoyable to be able to be present. The kids were great, they were very attentive to storytelling and when it came time to crafts, they had creativity and a great imagination. I meet two little girls, who were very adorable and had great personalities. We were able to converse with one another and they spoke very well for their age. We also enjoyed creating our giraffes out of cardboard rolls.

See you all until the next apperance.

Teddy Bear Drive

Hello Everyone,

Prevent Child Abuse Hawaii had their 13th Annual Teddy Bear Round-Up and Family Resource Fair Saturday, April 10, 2010 at Pearlridge Shppping Center. This annual event is the state's highlight of the month-long series of events that highlight this issue. Child Abuse Prevention Month has been observed each April for over 25 years. More than 5,000 bears are needed for abused and neglected keiki. This year we fell short of our goal of 10,000. Last year we indeed met our goal of 10,000 stuff animals, can you imagine the look on a child face upon receiving a teddy bear.

The event had great entertainment from all ages, costume characters, and free parenting information pertaining to child abuse and tips. Also, KHON2's weather anchor, Justin Cruz hosted the event. They also mentioned that the first 500 families to make a teddy bear donation will receive a special gift & child-safety information.

Basically, the message to our children, we love you and that we will always be there with open arms and hugs.