LOST IN LOS ANGELES

I'm feeling very honoured to be a part of a committee to revise the Miss Fur Rondy pageant! It hasn't been done in 15 years - last year they brought it back (but choose simply thru interview), but this year will be a full out pageant. Primarily all the people selected to be on the pageant committee are all former title holders. As a volunteer escort last year, it was fulfilling to be a part of the resurection of the title. But to be able to assist in the rebuilding of the pageant is utterly fabulous! We are hoping to have some wonderful contestants from all over Alaska and all walks of life! If anyone is interested, they can get an application at www.furrondy.net

I was driving down Northern Lights Blvd. on my way to the airport. The air was warm, but if I kept the windows open I could stay cool without using the AC. Just another way to try to save on gas until I buy a more "earth friendly" vehicle... Anyway, my stereo was loud, but not blaring. I was singing along to Charlotte Church when a light stopped me for some pedestrians crossing the street. I abruptly stopped singing when I saw that the giant black man coming from the gym (I think) caught me singing in my car alone. He stood in the intersection and said, "Oh, NO! Don't you stop for ANYONE! Let it out!" And he was right, I said, "you're right." Not only did I continue singing, but he joined me, and loud. It's moments like this that restore my faith in humanity. Thank you intimidatinly huge dude. Thank you for reminding me that the world is mine to enjoy, everyday.

CONGRATULATIONS TO MISS SOUTH CAROLINA, Taylor Fitch , THE NEW MISS AMERICA OUTSTANDING TEEN

Shawn Stockwell is a young boy who recently received a new heart after a 2 1/2 year wait. He is a very brave & beautiful boy! Thursday was tough for him as he coded, but he is doing well according to the post his mother left. His family is hoping that he will be home by Thanksgiving. Until then, they ask that everyone where pink on Thursdays in honor of him. Pink is because people with poor hearts tend to have a blue tinge, and Shawn finally is a healthy pink. Shawn's story is one of the many reasons that organ/tissue donation is so important & must have an understanding of. I will be posting my own story, as well as information about organ/tissue donation within the next few weeks. I am also hoping to arrange an auction & dinner to raise money for Donate Life America. I'd love to do it over the holidays when Shawn is home - maybe get his family involved. Information will be posted as it comes to life.

Hello fellow readers! It is my hope to use this blog as a way to promote my platform "The Ultimate Gift: Organ/Tissue Donation" as well as keep you informed of all the activities and title holder appearances. I'm still pretty new to this, so keep reading & grow with me! :) TTFN, Batya Brigitte Ms Alaska Classic Beauty Ms Alaska Universal Elegance