Tigerina's and Miss Northeast Counties 2011!

     Tigerina's is a fundraiser that my dance team puts on every year.  It's a three hour workshop for children in Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade.  This year our theme was 'Rockin' Through the Fifties!'

We went around the circle with our name, favorite animal, and favorite food.

     First we led the kids in some basic stretches and a fun warm-up.  Then we broke into smaller groups, determined by age.  This year I was with the first graders.  We started off by introducing ourselves and playing a game.  Little Sally Walker is ALWAYS a favorite!  By the end of the day we had played more rounds than one could imagine!! :)

The first graders perform their dance for the crowd!

The whole group finishes off the show with "We Go Together"

Keanne poses for a picture with me :-)

    

     Next, we taught them a short routine to a fun song that corresponded with the theme.  The first graders danced to "Tutti Fruity."  After a short lunch break, we learned a routine to "We Go Together" with all of the Tigerina's.

     That night, the Tigerina's performed the dances with us at the high school basketball game!  The individual grades did their dances and then we did the group dance.  I think the dance team members enjoy Tigerina's just as much as the children do!  And the crowd does too!

     Saturday night was also the Miss Northeast Counties pageant!  Luckily, the pageant was being held just next door, so I was able to head over right after I finished dancing.  I was so happy to make it over just in time to see everyone's talent.  I had a great time cheering and I always love catching up with pageant friends!!

Bailey Schmidt- Miss Northeast Counties OT first runner-up & Madison Chambers- Miss Northeast Counties OT 2010

     Congratulations to Jocelyn Weyer the new Miss Northeast Counties Outstanding Teen!!  I'm so glad we'll get to go to state together this year!  She's great and will be a fabulous titleholder.

     Congratulations to Jenna Osseck as well!!  She is the new Miss Northeast Counties.  She was beautiful on Saturday night and I'm sure she and Jocelyn will have a great year together!!

With Love,

Morgan

Good Luck Miss Missouri!



At our talent review we took a minute to wish Erika good luck.

      Yesterday was Erika Hebron's (Miss Missouri 2010) send-off party for Miss America!  We viewed her gorgeous wardrobe and celebrated with cake and punch.  It was also good to catch up with some pageant friends!

My sister queens and I with Hannah Eastin, Miss River City OT and Shelby Steingraeber, Miss Metro St. Louis OT

     Erika has an awesome wardrobe and is incredibly talented.  I always love watching her dance!  She will do an an amazing job in Las Vegas.  I can't wait to watch her rock the Miss America stage next week!!

Good Luck Erika!! :D

With Love,
Morgan

Thank You!

     Last week, I received my Limelight photos!!  On November 5, I took a trip down to St. Louis for my photoshoot with Lance Tilford.  My mom and I packed, what felt like my entire closet in hopes we would find 3 perfect outfits.  After saying hello, I was sent straight to the make-up corner.  Lance's wife, Tamara, did an amazing job on my make-up!!  Then I changed into outfit number one and took my headshot for Miss Missouri!

     Next I changed into outfit number two.  Lance turned on the lights and then the music.  I felt like a movie star dancing in the spotlight!  Outfit number three, the cocktail dress was my favorite.  I got to put on my flashy shoes and earrings.  I love bling!  It was so much fun & I think the pictures turned out great.  Thanks Lance!!

     After the photoshoot on Friday, Charlee and I visited the GBs Designs open house.  GBs Designs is one of Gateway's new sponsors.  At the open house we were able to meet Dina and Angie and check out some of their awesome creations!  Thanks for your support Dina and Angie!! ;)

With Love,
Morgan