Miss Maine Invitational weekend

This weekend was the annual Miss Maine Invitational that Valerie Clemens hosted at her Pennsylvania home. The excitement began on Thursday evening when I met Miss New Hampshire, Krystal Muccioli, at Lisa Little’s house so that we could all drive together. We arrived at Valerie’s mansion around 12:30am.


Friday, July 30

We began our day Friday at Schoppy’s trophy shop where we all shopped for Miss America items!
Our next visit was at the Miss America Office. We were given a tour where we learned a lot about the history of Miss America. It was very nice to meet the Miss America national staff members as well!

We then went to Atlantic City to visit Convention Hall, where the Miss America Pageant was held for many years. We also went to the beach and walked on the boardwalk to take pictures and sign autographs!


Our last stop was the White House Sub Shop, a famous sub shop in Atlantic City. We brought our dinner home and ate it while watching a CPTV special on Miss America. It was so neat to watch the film and see the past Miss Americas on the stage where we stood today!


Saturday, July 31

This morning we went to Melmark, a facility that provides educational, recreational, and residency for the physically and mentally disabled. We put on a show for them in the morning, had lunch and signed autographs in the afternoon, and celebrated with a pool party to end our stay. A man that worked there came up to me after and wished me the best of luck with everything in the future and he told me I should really consider a career working with the disabled. That really meant a lot because it made me feel I had made somewhat of a difference while I was there for such a short period of time; but really they made my day.. I had so much fun!




In the evening we had mock interviews and a press conference at Valerie’s home. We also each performed our talents. This was great preparation for Miss America! Everyone gathered for a wonderful dinner to end the night.

Sunday, August 1, 2010

This morning we went to Sweet and Sassy, a small store where little girls go to get beauty makeovers, to host a Day of Confidence for a select group of Special Olympic Athletes. We each spoke on the importance of inner beauty and how to show confidence while public speaking, being a leader, and on the importance of being poised. Then the athletes were able to get their hair done by the Sweet and Sassy staff, take pictures, and try on our crowns. I guarantee everybody left there feeling positive and confident!



This weekend went by so fast! I feel so lucky to have had this amazing opportunity!

Travel: 430 mi to Penn
Total: 2,442 mi.