tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55901651821182902182023-11-16T07:53:30.429-08:00Miss Nebraska USA 2013Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18338764864094635374noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5590165182118290218.post-73162708432625054622013-10-03T15:43:00.001-07:002013-10-03T15:46:07.436-07:00Miss USA 2013<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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Miss USA experience. It will be nice to cuddle up on the
couch tomorrow night with my Miss USA roommate, Ellie Holtman Miss
Missouri USA, and reminisce on our time at Miss USA. It’s also comforting
to know we don’t have to be the ones on tv in a swimsuit in front of millions
of viewers. You better believe there will be a lot of sweets and junk
food involved in our viewing party.</span></div>
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So many people have asked me what Miss USA was like, and to be honest, the only
people that will ever truly know what it was like are the girls who experienced
it with me. It was unlike anything I could have imagined and I feel
honored to be one of the select girls that really know what happens in Vegas,
and as they say… What happens in Vegas… stays in Vegas. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 17px;"> As comic relief through the experience as well as to provide a humorous insight
to how it felt sometimes, I describe it as a real life Hunger Games, of course
without the vicious killing. For those of you who are not familiar with the
Hunger Games series, this will make absolutely no sense to you. Here’s how the
story goes...</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 17px;"> Fifty-one lucky tributes (and in my rendition of the story we actually are
extremely lucky) are chosen to represent their district (state) in the 2013
Hunger Games (Miss USA.) After preparing with my mentor, (my State Director and fabulous Vanbros team) I
was shipped off to the extravagant Capital (Vegas.) Once there, I began my
extensive training for the pageant (photo shoots, filming, rehearsals, etc.)
and just like in the book, I had Stylists, like Cinna, that helped make me look
my best and gave me support and encouragement along the way. I quickly
formed allies with other “Districts” in order to survive. These “allies”
became my support and family during the three long weeks in Vegas. During
long days of rehearsals and having cameras on us constantly, I couldn’t help
but hearing “Gale” in my head saying, “they just want a good show, that’s all
they want.” And having Guiliana Rancic and Nick Jonas with us at
rehearsals, I kept picturing them as the Caesar Flickerman character.
When it came closer to the telecast, I could feel the pressure and tension rise
as if people were watching me constantly. As I stood there onstage
the night of the telecast, waiting to hear the top 16, I felt as if it were the
reaping. While I stood there onstage, it felt like the final drop on the
emotional roller-coaster I had been on for the last three weeks. A bit of
terror, followed by a bit of relief, followed by a bit of sadness.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"> Being from Nebraska, I felt a
little bit like Katniss Everdeen. Nebraska is a lot like District 12, not
exactly what you would call a “career” state. However, I went to Miss USA
ready to represent the greatest state in the country. It was the greatest
experience of my life and I feel truly lucky be part of the class of 2013! </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 17px;">As my year as Miss Nebraska USA
slowly comes to an end and the 2014 girls begin to take our places, I want to
give all the ladies competing for their state titles some advice, one of you
will be the next “girl on fire” and of course… “may the odds forever be in your
favor..”</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18338764864094635374noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5590165182118290218.post-86145006788746471722013-06-22T17:54:00.000-07:002013-06-22T17:56:00.610-07:00The Lead Up to Miss USALeading up to Miss USA, I had a ton of activities that I didn't have time to blog about, so I will make a quick list of everything I have been up to!<br />
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It has been a busy and crazy year! Stay tuned for my blog about my Miss USA experience coming soon! Thank you all for the support and love. <br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">March was a blur of events...<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>starting with the American Girl Fashion Show.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My beautiful Teen and I were lucky
enough to emcee both the Friday and Saturday Patron show, and got to help get
the girls ready for the runway!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Right after the show, Jasmine and I hit the road to Kansas City for our
official Miss Nebraska USA and Miss Nebraska Teen USA photo shoot with our
Vanbros family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was so much fun
spending the day with our amazing director and sponsors, Kim Forsyth, Aquillia
Vang, and Brian Wood.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You can view
my official Miss USA photo and the rest of my profile online</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 19px;"> <a href="http://www.missuniverse.com/missusa/members/profile/656275/2013.">HERE!</a></span></span><br />
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the 95 participants who were signed up to participate in the 2013 Missouri Miss
Amazing Pageant.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">It was so much
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">The following week was the weekend I have been preparing for
all year; <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>the 2013 Missouri Miss
Amazing Pageant.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For those of you
who don’t know, when I first became a director two years ago my goal was to
have around 20 girls in a small, donated venue.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With a lot of hard work I was able to grow the pageant to
around 50 girls in one of the largest venues in St. Charles.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The news of last year’s pageant spread
like wildfire and this year we doubled in size with over 90 girls
participating.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was a huge
success.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is definitely the most
rewarding job a girl could have.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
am so lucky to be able to give girls who rarely get the chance, the opportunity
to steal the spotlight and feel beautiful.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We have six amazing girls traveling to Omaha this September
to represent Missouri in the first ever national Miss Amazing Pageant!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Wow, what a whirlwind of a year so far. I am taking this rainy day to cuddle up
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The
last blog I wrote was about my LASIK eye surgery and it has now been over two
months. I feel great about my decision.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>With </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">my busy schedule, it is great not having to worry about falling
asleep in my contact lenses.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
always forget my contacts and glasses when I travel and I have been traveling a
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was back in Nebraska for some great events in the month of February.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I braved the cold with Mrs. Nebraska,
Kandis Friedenbach and Miss Kool-Aid Days, Kimberly Brennan for The Heartland’s
Walk for Warmth. All the walkers helped
raise funds to help metro area residents heat their homes in the bitter cold
winter months and cool their homes during the hot and humid summer months and to broaden community awareness about the need for
energy assistance in the metro area.</span></div>
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Easter Seals Nebraska is very important to me.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They have been helping individuals with disabilities and
special needs, and their families, live better lives for more than 80 years.
Whether helping someone improve physical mobility, return to work or simply
gain greater independence for everyday living, Easter Seals offers a variety of
services to help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve
personal goals.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was also special
in that I was joined by a few of my Miss Amazing girls from both Nebraska and
Iowa, as well as my little sister, the state director of the Iowa Miss Amazing
Pageant.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I gave the invocation
before the delicious meal and got to introduce the Miss Amazing Queens and
Princesses as well as talk about our organization. We had so much fun selling
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wrap up February, my sister and I got to shoot with Blacksheep Photography of
Omaha. Thank you so much Jim for
such a fun day! Here are a couple
of my favorites! Be sure to like
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After a month of laying low, I am
finally updating everyone on what has been going on!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This last month I had Lasik eye surgery! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have worn contacts and glasses
since I was a little kid, and my vision has grown to be horrific!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The idea of not having to wear contacts
or glasses anymore is unbelievable, but the thought of someone cutting and
touching my eye terrified me.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I honestly
don’t know if I would have gone through with it if it weren’t for the
INCREDIBLE staff at Kugler Vision.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Lance Kugler a couple years ago when I
won the “Amazing Eyes” contest.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
told him that I would love Lasik one day, but I can’t believe I actually went
through with it!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>By the end of it
all, I realized I was worried for absolutely no reason!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The whole process was so easy,
relaxing, and most importantly, completely painless!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Plus it only took about 15 minutes!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is so bizarre not having to wear
contacts or glasses; it’s like my eyeballs are naked after years of wearing
contacts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you are thinking
about Lasik, please go to Kugler Vision; you will not regret it!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thank you Kugler for my
“new” eyes!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Be sure to check out
their website at <a href="http://kuglervision.com/" target="_blank">Kuglervision.com</a>!</div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>I
am also proud to announce that my little sister has joined the Miss Amazing
team and planned the very first Iowa Miss Amazing Pageant, which was held on
February 2<sup>nd</sup>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not only
was it the first Miss Amazing Pageant held in Iowa, it was the biggest Miss
Amazing held nationwide!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She had
over 50 girls across the state of Iowa sign up to participate.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was truly an amazing day for
all.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I wanted to thank my parents
for supporting Maddie and me while running our events and also for allowing us
to turn almost every room in the house into a Miss Amazing office. I’d also
like to thank my brother, Ben, for encouraging us and for making sweet videos.
And of course, I cannot thank my oldest brother, Jordan, enough for being the
inspiration for our life.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Please
take the time to watch and SHARE the video my brother made.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It will guarantee a smile on your face.
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night, I had a blast at the Autism Action Partnership’s Dance Nebraska event
with some of the Nebraska Miss Amazing Queens.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We decorated puzzle pieces for individuals with autism,
danced, goofed off in the photo booth, and had way too much fun!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This event was truly out of this
world!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They had it all!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With a DJ, incredible dancers, a balloon
maker on stilts, and even “Gangnam Style” impersonators, it was like one huge
fiesta! The best part of it all was that everyone’s contribution made all the
difference. From this event, they were able to raise over $3,000! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s incredible what people can do and
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Aloha! I can’t believe it’s January 25<sup>th</sup>
and I haven’t written in my blog!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I haven’t been up to much this month, a lot of meetings with a lot of
amazing organizations that I hope to work with throughout the year, as well as
working for Miss Amazing Inc.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am
excited to announce that I will be signing on as Miss Amazing Inc.’s chief
operating officer!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Hopefully Miss
Amazing Inc. will spread to all fifty states by the end of 2013!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am so blessed to be part of helping
expand this organization nationwide!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>This
January I was also able to relax on the beautiful beaches of Maui with my
amazing family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I called this trip
the calm before the storm.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This
year is going to absolutely fly by!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Every weekend up until April is already booked!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not to mention I have my final semester
at school, planning Missouri Miss Amazing, and Miss USA to think about!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But, I am way too blessed to
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>This
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am going to be a part of!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The
storm is about to start!</div>
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Happy New Years! I am sad to see 2012 go; it was the best year of my life! I started out 2012 by organizing the first Missouri Miss Amazing Pageant, which was a life changing event for everyone involved. After the success of the pageant, I realized my true passion in life: making girls and young women with disabilities feel beautiful and confident. I discovered a love for organizing events and hope to dedicate my life to working for Miss Amazing, Inc.<br />
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During the summer of 2012, I was able to travel to Scotland for the third time! I love spending my summers there and this year was extra special because I attended my first Scottish wedding. I loved seeing all the men in kilts and women in fancy hats. I absolutely adore their culture and traditions. The wedding was incredibly beautiful and I look forward to going to another one next year! <br />
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While overseas, I also had the opportunity to spend time in breathtaking Portugal. I am obsessed with their castles and I loved visiting all the historic places there. It was the perfect vacation that consisted of golfing, laying by the pool, and seeing all the quaint little towns. Not to mention, the food was fabulous! <br />
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Once back in the states, I started my senior year of school and continued to prepare for the 2013 Miss Nebraska USA pageant. October 7, 2012 is a day I will never forget. All my hard work and determination paid off as I was named Miss Nebraska 2013! I am still in awe, but I've remained grounded since becoming the 2013 titleholder. To finish off 2012, I have volunteered for many special causes and made appearances at events all over my hometown, and even Vegas at Miss Universe! <br />
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My last appearance in 2012 was one to remember! I had the amazing opportunity to join Omaha's Mayor, Jim Suttle, onstage along with other contributors to the Holiday Lights Festival for the New Year's Eve Fireworks Spectacular! It was an amazing show and I am so thankful for the opportunity. While watching the fireworks, I reflected on my year and thanked God for all the blessings he has given me and for all the people he has brought into my life. I am so excited to see what he has in store for me in 2013!<br />
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I have a lot of big moments to look forward to in 2013, so be sure to follow my journey! I hope everyone had a fantastic end to 2012 and will continue to have a happy and healthy 2013!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18338764864094635374noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5590165182118290218.post-69314528034741184592012-12-29T20:33:00.000-08:002012-12-29T20:33:27.644-08:00Kyle Weber Photography<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I am so excited to share more photos from the shoot I had with the talented Kyle Weber! I absolutely love his work! He is one of the nicest guys I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and so encouraging. I am so lucky to have his support throughout my year as Miss Nebraska USA 2013. But don't just take my word for it, book a shoot with him to find out how talented and sweet he actually is! You won't be disappointed :) Be sure to like his <a href="https://www.facebook.com/iheartKYLE?ref=ts&fref=ts">Facebook</a> page and his website, <a href="http://kyleweber.com/">kyleweber.com </a>, for more information! <br />
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have been very busy over the last week and a half.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I kicked off the holiday season by talking with Star 104.5,
the Christmas station, about how I used to take ice skating lessons as a kid at
the opening of the Conagra Food Ice Rink in downtown Omaha.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Conagra Food Ice Rink is a great
way to celebrate the season while supporting a good cause.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Their mission is to “shine the light on
hunger,” and proceeds benefit Food Bank of the Heartland.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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was also asked to speak at the Angel Guardians Christmas event.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This was very special to me because
Angel Guardians is an organization that is very important to my family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My oldest brother has been a part of
Angel Guardians and it has made a huge difference in my family’s life.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Their goal is to </span><span style="font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">improve the quality of
life for special-needs teens and adults in the areas of housing, employment,
fitness, socialization and recreation.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I have been volunteering for the VSP (Very Special People) Club, which </span><span style="font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana;">is designed to provide
recreational activities to cognitively and developmentally disabled teens and
adults in a comfortable and non-institutional atmosphere, since 2007.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was great to thank them for making a
difference in the lives of those with disabilities and to enjoy the evening
with my family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I also met another
great organization that I can’t wait to work with!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As Miss Nebraska USA 2013, I hope to be the spokesperson for
those with disabilities and work with as many life-changing organizations as
possible. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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of my favorite things about Christmas is hearing the bells of the Salvation
Army.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They are a constant reminder
to be thankful for what you have and to give back.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I always keep spare change and dollar bills in every one of
my coats so I am prepared to donate to the red kettle.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This year, I took part in helping out
by bell ringing a couple different times.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>My sister and I lucked out by having gorgeous weather the day we rang
together.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>People kept commenting
that we were having too much fun!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Our kettle was almost overflowing by the time we were done! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thank you to everyone who donated even
just a few coins to the Salvation Army this year! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><span> </span>I was back on the ice again at the Conagra Ice Rink just a few days before Christmas with my old skating club, Blade and Edge.<span> </span>Trying to skate with a crown is no easy feat!<span> </span>It’s safe to say I lost all of my skills, but it was fun to see all the kids skate to Christmas music in fun costumes.<span> </span>It really put everyone in the Christmas spirit. </span></div>
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USA WINS! There is no better way to get me geared up for
Miss USA than watching the Miss Universe LIVE in fabulous Las Vegas!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My trip began Tuesday morning when I
met Miss Missouri USA, Ellie Holtman, in Vegas (yes two Ellies!) We spent the
day walking around the strip and shoe shopping.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>That night, we went to Syrup Swimwear party at P.F Changs
for the 2013 Miss USA contestants.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It was so great to meet some of the girls before we head off to New York
for the media tour and Miss USA next year!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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next day we attended the Miss Universe dress rehearsal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was able to sit front row with Miss
Missouri, Miss Hawaii, and the gorgeous Miss Teen USA!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sitting across from us was the man
himself, Donald Trump!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was amazing
to be so close to him, my idol Giuliana Rancic, Andy Cohen and Train.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The final show was a whirlwind, and I was
so excited to see Miss USA, Olivia Culpo, take home the crown!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>After the show, a few of the 2013 Miss
USA and Teen USA contestants went to dinner at the Sugar Factory.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I can’t wait to be reunited with these
wonderful girls again in the near future!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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true and I can’t wait to spend the holidays with my wonderful family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I hope you all get the chance to spend
this holiday season with your loved ones, as I do with mine. Be thankful for
your surroundings, and continually spread holiday cheer.</div>
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I’m done, I’m done, I’M DONE!!! The semester is over and I
am back home in the beautiful state of Nebraska.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I finally have time to relax and catch up on my blog!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have already had so many fun
appearances to share with everyone but first I wanted to highlight two amazing
photographers I have worked with a few months ago.</div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Hillson
Photography is located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri and I had so much fun with
photographers Stacey and Landon! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The best way to describe these two is dynamic duo!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They are so talented and so sweet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I absolutely loved how supportive they
are to each other they make an amazing team.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am so excited to share some of the photos from our
shoot! They are so whimsical and soft. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thanks again Hillson Photoraphy for the support and these
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<o:p> </o:p>Also, please say a prayer for the families and citizens in
Connecticut tonight. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My heart
hurts for them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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Maintaining a blog while trying to finish out this semester
is a lot harder than I thought!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
apologize for not posting.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>After
this semester, I will finally be able to relax and really start enjoying my
time as Miss Nebraska USA!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was
crazy taking 21 credits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As I am
suffering from a bad case of senioritis tonight, I thought it would be a good
time to post about what has been happening.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Well,
I have two new pageant sisters and two teen sisters!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was lucky enough to watch Ellie Holtman and Brenda
Smith-Lezama take the Missouri crowns on my beautiful campus of Lindenwood
University.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I look forward to
meeting my Oklahoma sisters, Makenzie Muse and Graham Turner very soon!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This weekend we will be welcoming two
new girls to the Vanbros family at the Miss Kansas USA and Miss Kansas Teen USA
pageant!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>As
Miss Nebraska USA, I have had the opportunity to work with some amazing
photographers! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was lucky enough
to work with Kyle Weber a few weeks ago and I am so excited to share some of
the photos!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Kyle is so talented
and so sweet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I had a blast
shooting!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I think the photos speak
for themselves in regards to his artistic talents!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Be sure to like his facebook page to see the rest of his
incredible pictures, and check out his website! <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 17px;"><a href="http://facebook.com/iheartKYLE" rel="nofollow" style="color: #3b5998; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">facebook.com/iheartKYLE</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 17px;">/ <a href="http://www.kyleweber.com/">www.kyleweber.com </a></span></div>
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more weeks of slaving over text books, then I am free and have a very, very
busy schedule ahead of me, starting with a trip to Vegas for the Miss Universe
Pageant!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Couldn’t think of a
better way to end such a crazy semester!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Wish me luck these next few weeks! xoxo<br />
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weeks have already gone by and I still can’t believe I am Miss Nebraska
USA!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I finally have time to relax
and catch up on my blog, though I do not think I can really relax tonight as I
sit and watch the 2012 election.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What
an important day for our country, I could not imagine what it would be like to
be Governor Mitt Romney and President Obama tonight!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I came across this picture and had to share; a little
pageant humor to lighten up the pre election buzz.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am very thankful today that I was able to vote a few weeks
ago and avoid all the chaos at the polls!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>For those of you that do not know, I am finishing up my final year at
Lindenwood University in St. Charles, and voted absentee.</div>
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after visiting the fabulous students of Ronald Reagan Elementary School, I envy
my best friend who is studying to be an elementary school teacher.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These kids were so much fun!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I loved talking to them about pursuing
their goals and the importance of pushing yourself to overcome obstacles.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They had so many great questions and
comments, but some of the more memorable ones were: 1. Do I like Oranges? 2.
Your hair looks like a slide. 3. Do I have swag?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>HA! So cute!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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event hosted by Lutheran Family Services.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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behind it. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Their mission was
to “Shine the Light on Foster Child Adoption.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are currently 1033 children up for adoption in
Nebraska and each pumpkin on the Pumpkin tree represents one of those
children.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was eye opening to
learn about all the kids and teens that don’t have a place to call home or
someone to share special moments with.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I had a blast speaking to families who have adopted from Lutheran Family
Services. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They are truly
remarkable people. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When I saw the
pumpkin tree lit up, it made me realize how lucky I am to have a nice home and
family to go home to.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you are one
of those remarkable people who have it in your heart to foster a child, please
check out Lutheran Family Services at <a href="http://www.lfsneb.org/">www.lfsneb.org</a>
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posting again soon!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Goodnight. xo</div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggqjilRvjmbrjxUkw_2xFp2p-t4kvnV70WfRgc6AXgwo-tYx6RD4rzELpLKMKjtcwqcicJrZ6WqRAn6127SqFvKBaKxznO3GcX882J8AmFm0CWQxXbGWL04aCKe7r7ZnrRphAS-0Dmju7x/s1600/10553_1680424413335_93986781_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggqjilRvjmbrjxUkw_2xFp2p-t4kvnV70WfRgc6AXgwo-tYx6RD4rzELpLKMKjtcwqcicJrZ6WqRAn6127SqFvKBaKxznO3GcX882J8AmFm0CWQxXbGWL04aCKe7r7ZnrRphAS-0Dmju7x/s1600/10553_1680424413335_93986781_n.jpg" width="200" /></a>My first day as Miss Nebraska USA was a busy one! Bright and early, the gorgeous new Nebraska Teen USA, Jasmine Fuelberth, and I were all smiles as we signed our contracts for the next year! Jasmine possesses all of the qualities of a great Miss Nebraska Teen USA: enthusiasm, kind heartedness, and absolute beauty! I am so excited to get to know her over the next year and share this experience with her! </div>
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The Miss Amazing Pageant is a 501c3 non-profit organization that was created for girls and women with physical and mental disabilities. It was originally started in Nebraska, but is now expanding statewide. At Miss Amazing, we provide the opportunity for girls with disabilities to build confidence and learn important life skills through pageantry, such as public speaking, poise, and sportsmanship. Our mission is to celebrate the abilities of girls with disabilities. Every girl who competes in a state pageant receives a crown and trophy and leaves feeling as beautiful on the outside as they are on the inside</div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiooHpCGBupBG6EnM5Wz2uS8CqIQV_1vN9V4MenDkxm5qqlypBIJ3FIZXvzKq8i_Dyh7F5QoC39AgQ0O4KUZUNtcbFH8lSdxngooY5v11RkrLfXVQ50DTDscaf4VlyYM-sNVywgS8tP76zU/s1600/486931_249054565216963_195360724_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiooHpCGBupBG6EnM5Wz2uS8CqIQV_1vN9V4MenDkxm5qqlypBIJ3FIZXvzKq8i_Dyh7F5QoC39AgQ0O4KUZUNtcbFH8lSdxngooY5v11RkrLfXVQ50DTDscaf4VlyYM-sNVywgS8tP76zU/s1600/486931_249054565216963_195360724_n.jpg" width="200" /></a>My involvement with this organization started a few years ago when my mom was asked to judge. The Miss Amazing Pageant fits into my family’s life perfectly. I have been competing in pageants for years, and my oldest brother was born mentally disabled. I am currently the state director for Missouri’s Miss Amazing Pageant and assistant director for the Nebraska and Iowa Miss Amazing Pageant. My little sister is planning Iowa’s first Miss Amazing Pageant next year. As you can see it is a huge family affair. It allows me to bring two of my passions in life together: pageantry and working with kids with special needs. During my junior year of college at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Missouri, I was chosen to be the state director of the first ever Missouri Miss Amazing Pageant. My original goal for the first year was to have 16 girls in a small, donated venue. With hard work, determination, and most importantly, passion, I was able to hold the event in the beautiful Bezemes Family Theater, one of the largest theaters in the St. Louis area, with forty-five girls participating, over a hundred volunteers, and hundreds in attendance. However, I always say “seeing is believing,” so please take five minutes to watch in action how powerful, inspirational, and heartwarming this organization truly is… ENJOY!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18338764864094635374noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5590165182118290218.post-81981845767646573782012-10-17T20:43:00.002-07:002012-10-19T11:11:35.636-07:00Dream Come True...<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Hello and
welcome to my blog!! I have never been much of a writer, that is my
younger sisters forte, but I want to make sure I document the amazing
year I have ahead of me! I know it will go by so fast! For those of
you who do not know anything about me, this first post will provide a
little background information. My name is Ellie Lorenzen and I am Miss
Nebraska USA 2013!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Being
Miss Nebraska USA has been a dream of mine since I was 17 years old
when I signed up for my first Miss Nebraska Teen USA pageant. Every
year I’ve competed, I've learned so much about myself; the life skills
I’ve taken from pageantry has really shaped who I am as a person. On
October 7th, my dream finally came true when I was crowned Miss Nebraska
USA at the beautiful Rose Theater in Omaha Nebraska! Not only was it in
my hometown, but it was also in a place so familiar to me. Before my
life in pageants, I was a student at the Omaha Theater Ballet and used
to perform at the Rose. It was great to be back at my old stomping
grounds. </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Interview Award Winner </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">With the new Miss Nebraska Teen USA </span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">I
want to thank everyone who has supported me throughout my journey to
the crown and hope you continue to support me as I begin to prepare for
Miss USA next year! I am excited and grateful for this roller coaster
ride I am about to embark on! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Until next time…</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">xoxo</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Ellie Lorenzen</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Miss Nebraska USA 2013 </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thank you to my incredible cheering section! I love you all!!</td></tr>
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