Week of September 5, 2011

What a wonderful week it has been!  I had the opportunity to give four presentations this week to educate high school students on the March of Dimes and help prepare them for the upcoming "March For Babies" event in Casa Grande next month.  They were so receptive and respectful and I'm so appreciative of their willingness to raise money and walk in next month's event!

I also had the opportunity this week to speak with some individuals about their experiences with having premature babies in their family.  This wasn't planned, I just happened to be at the right place at the right time and it was great to share my story and be there to listen to others. 

Today was the first official workshop for the Mrs. Arizona America 2012 pageant.  Although the pageant isn't until February, we are busy helping to prepare next year's contestants for the big event!  The next pageant will be here before you know it!  If you've ever thought about competing for the title, it's not too late to sign-up...we're just beginning.

Tomorrow we reflect on the 10th anniverary of 9/11. For those we lost, for those who gave their lives to help, for those that were there to offer their assistance and to all of the families....our thoughts and prayers are with you, and you will forever be in our hearts. September 11, 2001 changed us as a nation, but we will forever remain strong. God Bless the U.S.A.

 Lori Skutnik~Mrs. Arizona 2011