Early Friday morning I flew out of Wichita to go to Nashville for some preparation for Miss America. As soon as I touched the ground, Daryl had me in heels practicing my soon-to-be model walk. It is kind of funny how hard it can be to walk gracefully--especially when your feet are sore.
After a couple intense hours of techno beats and dance mirrors, Daryl and I did a little local shopping in some of the hip stores in Nashville. This was a great afternoon because I was really able to express my personal sense of fashion and with a little help, develop it into something very workable. If you do not feel comfortable in it, do not wear it!
Saturday morning we woke up and headed straight to the photoshoot, starting out with make-up and hair. I have quite a bit of practicing to do before I will be able to perfect the art of "eye painting."
Most of the day was taken up with make-up, hairspray, jewelry, clothes and a flashing camera. In the evening we watched reality television. I do not take much time to watch these on my own; however, it will be important in the near future to know how some of that works in portraying individuals. Oh, and I cannot forget to let everyone out there know that I fell asleep at the dinner table--as long as this does no happen at Miss America I think I will be all right.
Sunday morning began with a mock interview. To be honest, the interview process is a bit nerve racking for me. The photos and hanging out with people who just want to do their art and create a beautfiul outcome is easy for me. The interview is what I find is more difficult than anything else. I was definitely pushed a bit to answer some difficult questions that, consequently, helped me reevaluate myself once again. I was able to take a wealth of knowledge on myself and how I come off to others this weekend. I think the key to this job is learning how to communicate to many different types of audiences and help everyone understand my message. We so often get caught up on all of the little surface level things and forget about how much is behind the scenes. Knowing now that I will make a difference this year during my reign as Miss Kansas is so exciting and helps to ease my fears of the "interview room." Even looking forward to years ahead, I have peace, knowing that I can do what I want as long as I really believe I can.
I started reading The Secret on my way to Nashville and funny thing is I completely and totally understand everything it is saying already, but reading really makes me accountable to putting my thoughts in check. If you have not read the book (and I have not read it completely yet), you should and you will then understand a bit of what i am saying. I am sure the next time I find some moments in my day to read I will write about it some more.
I left Sunday to come back to Wichita, but due to some flight issues, I was delayed in Dallas all night. This is the first time I have been stuck in a big city alone. Actually, it was the first time I had ever travelled on an airplane alone. After a crazy bus ride and a rough night sleep I made my way back to the airport Monday morning.
Finally arriving back in Wichita, KS, I had just enought time to prepare for my four hour drive to Phillipsburg, KS for the Phillips County Fair. Now, this was a quiant little county fair out in Western Kansas. The cool thing, though, is the fair board president set up the keyboard and talking area for me in their arena that was covered with wood chips. Now seriously, how many people get the chance to play some jazz tunes and walk in heels on top of wood chips?!? Pretty sweet, huh.
Well, I have been in meetings all day and have many more tomorrow, so I will be checking back in later to let you in on the details of my meetings.
Peace
Emily
After a couple intense hours of techno beats and dance mirrors, Daryl and I did a little local shopping in some of the hip stores in Nashville. This was a great afternoon because I was really able to express my personal sense of fashion and with a little help, develop it into something very workable. If you do not feel comfortable in it, do not wear it!
Saturday morning we woke up and headed straight to the photoshoot, starting out with make-up and hair. I have quite a bit of practicing to do before I will be able to perfect the art of "eye painting."
Most of the day was taken up with make-up, hairspray, jewelry, clothes and a flashing camera. In the evening we watched reality television. I do not take much time to watch these on my own; however, it will be important in the near future to know how some of that works in portraying individuals. Oh, and I cannot forget to let everyone out there know that I fell asleep at the dinner table--as long as this does no happen at Miss America I think I will be all right.Sunday morning began with a mock interview. To be honest, the interview process is a bit nerve racking for me. The photos and hanging out with people who just want to do their art and create a beautfiul outcome is easy for me. The interview is what I find is more difficult than anything else. I was definitely pushed a bit to answer some difficult questions that, consequently, helped me reevaluate myself once again. I was able to take a wealth of knowledge on myself and how I come off to others this weekend. I think the key to this job is learning how to communicate to many different types of audiences and help everyone understand my message. We so often get caught up on all of the little surface level things and forget about how much is behind the scenes. Knowing now that I will make a difference this year during my reign as Miss Kansas is so exciting and helps to ease my fears of the "interview room." Even looking forward to years ahead, I have peace, knowing that I can do what I want as long as I really believe I can.
I started reading The Secret on my way to Nashville and funny thing is I completely and totally understand everything it is saying already, but reading really makes me accountable to putting my thoughts in check. If you have not read the book (and I have not read it completely yet), you should and you will then understand a bit of what i am saying. I am sure the next time I find some moments in my day to read I will write about it some more.
I left Sunday to come back to Wichita, but due to some flight issues, I was delayed in Dallas all night. This is the first time I have been stuck in a big city alone. Actually, it was the first time I had ever travelled on an airplane alone. After a crazy bus ride and a rough night sleep I made my way back to the airport Monday morning.
Finally arriving back in Wichita, KS, I had just enought time to prepare for my four hour drive to Phillipsburg, KS for the Phillips County Fair. Now, this was a quiant little county fair out in Western Kansas. The cool thing, though, is the fair board president set up the keyboard and talking area for me in their arena that was covered with wood chips. Now seriously, how many people get the chance to play some jazz tunes and walk in heels on top of wood chips?!? Pretty sweet, huh.
Well, I have been in meetings all day and have many more tomorrow, so I will be checking back in later to let you in on the details of my meetings.
Peace
Emily