Miss Columbus

Pageants.....what do you think about them?
I? Well I personally am not a big fan.

Strutting around half naked on stage, being judged on your appearance...
and then your "inner self."

Well every year around Columbus day, the local Italian American Social Club of my town holds a Miss Columbus contest for girls 16+ and from Italian Decent.
There were no photos or modeling envolved, and we didn't have to do a talent.

All we had to do, was to submit an application about how many Italian Activities we do, and what we do for the community + an interview where they ask the same questions.

Even though I did not win, I was included in the Miss Columbus court.
Last Friday, the Italian American Social Club held a ball for the Grand Marshall of the Columbus Day Parade, us girls were all given crowns, a bunch of roses, and a marine to escort us into the dinner. I got to wear my prom dress again!

I had a great time! The girls were so nice, the food was delicious and the room was beautiful!
They also gave us trophies, earrings, and fifty dollars!

Tomorrow, I will ride on a float in the Columbus Day Parade.

All in all, pageants might not be all that bad. I loved the attention when strangers came up to me and told me how beautiful I looked. It can really boost one's confidence.

Now I kinda wish that I could be apart of other pageants......

Try something new today,
Kathleen