My journey began on October 8, 2011 when I was given the job as Mrs. Virginia International 2012. What a journey it has been. The many opportunities which have allowed me to speak about my platform Take a Stand B.R.A.V.E. (Be yourself, Resist the bullying, Achieve your best, Value your future, Encourage others) along with being the national spokesperson for SAVE (Students Against Violence Everywhere). I have seen a difference among our youth and schools after I visit. I hear how they have started programs against bullying/cyber bullying, mentor programs, and or bullying task force. I truly see that my family and our efforts are making a difference in the lives of our youth and that is the destination for my journey.

“Never be bullied into silence. Never allow yourself to be made a victim. Accept no one’s definition of your life, but define yourself.”

~Harvey Firestone






Tuesday, April 17, 2012

American Heart Association - Heart Ball (April 14)

 Kristyn and I were invited to the 20th Annual  AHA- "Heart Ball" in Richmond. It was a beautiful night and they were able to raise a substantial amount of money. Way to go AHA! I personally was moved by the video presentation they did and having the survivors stand. WOW just breathtaking. It was also a wonderful evening because my husband Stuart was able to join us and help volunteer. - Thanks Honey! 

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Friday, April 6, 2012

SAVE meeting (April 4)

Stuart and I had the opportunity to go and meet with the Director for the nationalsave.org Carleen Wray. Thank you Carleen! I'm looking forward to the wonderful and upcoming things we have scheduled on making a difference in the lives of our youth. 


(picture taken by my lovely husband Stuart) 






please go check out www.nationalsave.org as well as www.stopbullying.gov as they have updated there website and have great information on bullying. 
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Monday, April 2, 2012

Thank you Dateline NBC (April 2)

Thank You Dateline NBC for showing the real truth behind the Phoebe Prince case 2 yrs ago on bullying. I strongly believe that ALL our administration, teachers, guidance, parents and students need to be better educated on bullying/ cyber bullying. We need to stand together as communities to make a difference and not lose anymore children to this epidemic. God Bless!
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Once Upon a Prom (March 30)

 This event was held in Arnold, Maryland and was a blast. We were their Fairy Godmother's helping these wonderful and beautiful young ladies picking out dresses, accessories, and shoes. The young ladies were given the opportunity to have make up tips by Mary Kay consultant as well as scrapbooking materials so they could make their own pages for there special evening. It was amazing to see there smiles and how thrilled they were for this opportunity.
Miss Maryland Collegiate - Jordyn, Miss Maryland International- Chardia,  myself aka (Mrs Barbie International), Miss International - Ciji.



(my Cinderella) She LOVED spinning in the dress and we were ALL so excited for her.
(my other Cinderella- Minnie)
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