202 Magazine

I've been so busy with charity events, photo shoots, interviews and traveling this beautiful state representing the married women of Arizona. 

Be sure to pick up the August edition of the 202 Magazine.  You'll see my name on the cover and a four page story on the inside!

La Tolteca's 3rd Annual Burrito Project~Benefitting St. Vincent de Paul feed the homeless

Today I was invited to help with the 3rd Annual Burrito Project at La Tolteca in Phoenix.  The goal was 3,000 bean and cheese burritos in three hours.  Actual:  3,147 burritos in three hours!We had a great group of volunteers including members from the Army, firefighters, police officers, media and radio employees, Jennifer~Miss Arizona America, and myself.  We had a great time putting our burrito talents to work!

Pictured:  Mr. Cancinos-U.S. Army; Lori Skutnik-Mrs. Arizona America; Lady La 101.5 Radio.

July 15, 2011~Phoenix Children's Hospital with HopeKids

What a wonderful way to spend the morning!  I had the opportunity to visit with so many strong willed, determined children who are fighting cancer, severe heart problems and other life threatening medical conditions at Phoenix Children's Hospital.  The strength that they and their families have is truly amazing!  Thank you to HopeKids for taking me to visit these amazing children and their families.  If you know of a child who has a similar condition, I strongly recommend that you reach out to HopeKids.  "HopeKids provides ongoing events & activities and a powerful, unique support community for families who have a child with cancer or some other life-threatening medical condition." 

National American Miss Pageant

Wow, what a weekend!  I spent it judging the Arizona National American Miss Pageant (NAM).  There were five age divisions with girls ranging from 4-18 years old, and 290 contestants!  I had my work cut out for me, to say the least.  It was amazing to see these talented, smart and poised girls who are so beautiful on the inside and out.  They are starting now by setting goals, striving to be the best that they can be and building a future for themselves.  This was an amazing experience, and I feel so blessed to have been surrounded by so many incredible people this past weekend!  (Pictures with the newly crowned winners coming soon.) 

Pictured:  Me & Corrie Hill Francis~Mrs. Arizona America 2010.

Arizona United States Pageant Send-off Party and Charity Event

On June 30th, I had the opportunity to attend the send-off party and charity event for the Arizona United States Pageant queens.  It was an honor to be part of the celebration and help support Jordin Sparks M.A.D. Girls charity.  Best of luck to all of the titleholders as they compete at nationals this week!