"Failure will never overtake me if my
determination to succeed is strong enough!"

Me and my pup, Callie!

With Ronica Licciardello, Miss Philadelphia 2005, and a very dear friend!

Before I get into my events from the past few weeks, I want to take the time and send all my love to Silvia Barthold, the State Field Director for the Miss NJ Education Foundation. She has been very sick, however she is slowly making a recovery. It will be a very long road for her, but she has a wonderful and very loving support system behind her. There is no doubt in my mind she will conquer this illness, and I want to let her know how much I care about her, and how thankful I am to have her in my life. She has always been such a huge supporter of mine, and I am forever grateful to her for that. We love you Silvia!


With Silvia and Lou at my Send off party!

I was reminded the other day how I have less than 3 months til I pass on the crown to the next Miss New Jersey. And I truly can't believe how fast the time has past, it feels like I've only just been crowned Miss NJ. I am so blessed to have had the opportunity to represent, and I am so thankful for the adventures I have had the chance to experience. But, I still have time, so I won't dwell on the sad part.


The Greatest moment and feeling!

I have had a busy couple weeks! Last Tuesday I was the invited guest to the Galloway Township Wellness Fair, that was held at Galloway Township Middle School. I had such a great time meeting with families and even making home-made trail mix! Yum!

Signing autographs!


With the Think Safety, Dinosaur!

Later that week, I was a featured guest on the "Let's Talk with Gary Gellman." It was so much fun to meet with Gary again, and speak with him about the Miss America pageant. It will be aired sometime in the coming weeks on Verizon Fios 1.

Being interviewed by Gary!

On Saturday I had the honor of attending the Miss Philadelphia pageant held at the Mandell Theatre at Drexel University. I was so excited to see Miss Delaware and Miss Pennsylvania, since we hadn't seen each other since Miss America. We had such a wonderful dinner with the judges, and I even had the chance to sit and talk with the Interim President of Drexel University, Mr. Chuck Pennoni. I want to congratulate Andrea Helfrich, the new Miss Philadelphia 2010, and I want to thank Kevin McAleese for inviting me, and treating me to such a wonderful evening!


With Heather and Shannon!

I can't forget to congratulate 4 new local titleholders who have punched their ticket to Miss New Jersey 2010! First, Carissa Polumbo, Miss Middlesex Area 2010. I had the honor of attending her crowning. However, since I wasn't able to attend the pageant, I want to congratulate the Michele Goldberg, Miss Northern Lakes, Melissa Ruiz, Miss Tri-County, and Jeannie Revier, Miss Gateway! I am so excited for all of you young ladies, and I can't wait to see each of you at Miss New Jersey!

Carissa Polumbo, Miss Middlesex Area 2010!


Michele Goldberg, Melissa Ruiz, and Jeannie Revier!

April looks like it's going to be a fun one! Stay tuned for more adventures as my year as Miss NJ 2009 comes to an end!

Health and Happiness til next time!