New York Dance Nationals

Flying far from Orem City, my dance studio, Center Stage Performing Arts, traveled to New York City to attend The Dance Awards National Competition!

Little did we know that we would win as the Top Studio of the Year! Out of over 160 different studios, we felt honored as we collected $25,000 to our studio.

No one will forget the Dance studio from Orem, Utah :)

 

My Papa never hesitates in sweeping me off my feet!

 

 Thanks to the internet, my Family was able to watch my dances live stream! All the way from Utah, California, and Texas!

 

Walking the streets of New york, and seeing the 4th of July fireworks on the Hudson filled in the riveting excitement that New York holds!

And though I do love the big city, I was so happy to be hopping on the plane back to Happy Valley. :)

A Time of Change

Between the parades and and summer fun, this summer marks a monumental time in my life, I am becoming a college student! 

Starting at BYU this summer, I don't think I knew what i was jumping into! However, despite the busy days, I am filled with support, so I know i can do it!

 This darling turtle is a gift my mother gave me to remind myself to take each day at a time.

With moving out and living in the dorms I have the best Roommate! We have made monumental steps together as we have successfully shopped for groceries and folded our loads of laundry. All while attempting to keep our room clean :)

My Life is changing before my eyes, How exciting it is!

 

Orem Summer Fest

What would summer be without Orem's Summer Fest?

Kicking off the week with a wonderful dinner and Recognizing this year's theme of a "Legacy of Service."

This year, the late Mayor Washburn was honored. With filled hearts, his family accepted the award.

We also filled the night with talent from the city! We had some wonderful Performances!

Maddi & I were also able to perform! Our first duet together, and I was able to save a clip for ya'll to see :)

And so the festivities began!

 

Gathering with friends, old and new,  the day was filled with adventure! Walking around the booths, you never quite know what you'll find.

Highlight of the weekend:

The Orem City Parade!

 

I think the pictures speak for themselves :) 

 I do love these girls! How joyful it is that I have them with me.

And together the weekend was a success! Orem City knows how to celebrate, 

I simply am thankful to be apart. 

 

Miss Utah 2012

Even though I have only been crowned a few months, I saw a snapshot into my future while supporting my fellow Miss Orem of 2011, Hannah Harkness, in the Miss Utah Pageant!

How fun it was dressing up and driving to Salt Lake! With snacks, signs, and smiles we stayed a supportive crowd!

 

Never Forgetting our buttons too :)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And Hannah Looked stunning :)

 

The last night of the pageant, we rode on a horse drawn carriage. Oh how it felt like a fairytale! With my friend Jillian we trotted off to the theater.

Scoring in the top 5 and winning Best Talent of her night.. We all were so proud!

 I hope that next year I can carry on her legacy.

Who can say what next year will bring? Posing with Danica Olsen, Miss Utah 2011, I can hardly wait to represent our City of Orem next year!