This post is a little bit of an experiment. I'm writing this blog on my iPhone! The hotel charges $9.95 for Internet access, so all of my pageant week blogging will be coming from my beloved iPhone - figured I'd test it out. Hopefully I'll be able to upload videos on here, too! If not, I'm sure Facebook or Twitter will work.
When people ask me when I'm leaving for nationals, it's surreal to say "TUESDAY" instead of The usual "August 2nd".
Like this post, Saturday was a day of experimenting. Figuring out which liquids I could not live without, practicing my talent makeup, re-vamping my talent costume (THANKS MOMMY!!!), and trying on every outfit to make sure I have all the right shoes and accessories. I want to try and be an efficient packer for once and I think it's been successful! I have lots of versatile accessories and shoes that I've packed which helps free up space in my suitcase for other outfits!
I'll admit, this packing and such is so bittersweet. Next week is going to be such an awesome experience! I am excited to show the judges, audience, and everyone I meet in D.C. how amazing Carolina Girls are amd meet 29 other amazing women from their states. Of course I want to win, but just to have this experience, be part of this group of women, and part of HISTORY is such an honor! After Nationals is over, I'll still be out in the community and attending events, but my time will be winding down. This has been a great experience so far and given me a great perspective on life - I can't wait to see where it takes me next.
xoxoJordan Addison, Miss Black South Carolina USA 2011
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Saturday, July 30, 2011
We Shopped Til We Dropped
Yesterday my mom and I did what we do best - shopping! I had a long list ranging from outfits, accessories, gifts, and makeup.We left around 10am and didn't get back home until 5ish!
Our first stop was to Downtown Charleston. Downtown is one of my absolute favorite things about living in the Charleston area! We parked by the Charleston museum to take advantage of the free parking and then walked to the market. The hunt was on for gifts to purchase for my MBUSA Roommate (Miss Black Iowa) and for the outgoing Miss Black USA 2010 (Osas Ighodaro). I found two really neat things that are totally Charleston-y and will travel well without getting broken on the plane.
Next stop was West Ashley. We quickly stopped at two stores that had some things I needed for my dance. I love to shop, but more than that I love a good bargain! We were on the hunt for an opening number outfit for me as well as a shrug to complete my interview outfit. We found a dress for opening number for $12.99 - what a steal! It's super cute, a great color, comfortable for dancing in, and is going to look great on stage with my fabulous shoes and jewelry. SO EXCITED. We also found a shrug for $16.99 compared to the $40ish one that I originally found at Dillard's - proof of why it pays to shop around before buying. Since we were on such a roll with finding great deals, we had to check out the home furnishings section to see if there was anything to add to my slowly growing accumulation of things for my new apartment. This was not on the list, but it was worth it! We found a nice set of sheets and two great laundry hampers that match the pattern of my bedding. The hampers were only $20 each! This wasn't meant to turn into a promotion for Ross, but I had to tell y'all the great deals I found.
Last on the list was Summerville. We were looking for some Charleston/South Carolina additions for my gifts and ran into my second grade teacher, Ms. Burdick! It was such a great surprise because my mom and I were just talking about her earlier that day when we were walking to the market. It was so nice to catch up with her - we talked about college, how she's enjoying retirement, my future with teaching, and of course the pageant! My mom also ran into someone that she graduated high school with.
Finally we were finished and we grabbed some dinner and went home to relax. After a quick run to Walmart, this morning, almost everything on my list will be crossed off. All of this could have been an overwhelming experience, but it was such a blessing. God helped us to find everything that we were looking for at reasonable prices and in a pretty decent amount of timing considering that we went to three different cities in our area. Today I am feeling a great combination of things - excited, prepared, anxious, tired, and so blessed.
xoxoJordan Addison, Miss Black South Carolina USA 2011
Our first stop was to Downtown Charleston. Downtown is one of my absolute favorite things about living in the Charleston area! We parked by the Charleston museum to take advantage of the free parking and then walked to the market. The hunt was on for gifts to purchase for my MBUSA Roommate (Miss Black Iowa) and for the outgoing Miss Black USA 2010 (Osas Ighodaro). I found two really neat things that are totally Charleston-y and will travel well without getting broken on the plane.
Next stop was West Ashley. We quickly stopped at two stores that had some things I needed for my dance. I love to shop, but more than that I love a good bargain! We were on the hunt for an opening number outfit for me as well as a shrug to complete my interview outfit. We found a dress for opening number for $12.99 - what a steal! It's super cute, a great color, comfortable for dancing in, and is going to look great on stage with my fabulous shoes and jewelry. SO EXCITED. We also found a shrug for $16.99 compared to the $40ish one that I originally found at Dillard's - proof of why it pays to shop around before buying. Since we were on such a roll with finding great deals, we had to check out the home furnishings section to see if there was anything to add to my slowly growing accumulation of things for my new apartment. This was not on the list, but it was worth it! We found a nice set of sheets and two great laundry hampers that match the pattern of my bedding. The hampers were only $20 each! This wasn't meant to turn into a promotion for Ross, but I had to tell y'all the great deals I found.
Last on the list was Summerville. We were looking for some Charleston/South Carolina additions for my gifts and ran into my second grade teacher, Ms. Burdick! It was such a great surprise because my mom and I were just talking about her earlier that day when we were walking to the market. It was so nice to catch up with her - we talked about college, how she's enjoying retirement, my future with teaching, and of course the pageant! My mom also ran into someone that she graduated high school with.
Finally we were finished and we grabbed some dinner and went home to relax. After a quick run to Walmart, this morning, almost everything on my list will be crossed off. All of this could have been an overwhelming experience, but it was such a blessing. God helped us to find everything that we were looking for at reasonable prices and in a pretty decent amount of timing considering that we went to three different cities in our area. Today I am feeling a great combination of things - excited, prepared, anxious, tired, and so blessed.
xoxoJordan Addison, Miss Black South Carolina USA 2011
Friday, July 29, 2011
Eat A Treat and Help Bring Hope!
On August 11th, Dairy Queens everywhere will be participating in Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day.
Before last week, I had no idea that this even existed! I received an email from the General Manager of the Dairy Queen Grill and Chill Restaurant in Ridgeland, South Carolina inviting me to participate in their Children's Miracle Network Treat Day. Proceeds from the Treat Day I will be attending will go to the local Children's Miracle Network Hospital, Memorial University Medical Center, in Savannah, Georgia.
I am excited about this opportunity to meet the people of Ridgeland, South Carolina. When I spoke with Ms. Cat (the General Manager) this week, she told me that while I'm there, she wants for me to able to speak with the recent high school graduates from their area and encourage them to go after their dreams. This is exactly why I am so proud of having this title! Yes, this traveling keeps me busy and sometimes tired, it is so worth it!
No matter what happens in Washington, D.C. next week, I have had and will continue to have impacts like this. It's not about going somewhere, standing there and looking "pretty", but having intentional conversations, encouraging those just beginning on their journey, and bringing hope to children that are fighting for the opportunity to get there someday.
Use the Treat Day Website to find a Dairy Queen near you and help bring hope!
xoxoJordan Addison, Miss Black South Carolina USA 2011
Before last week, I had no idea that this even existed! I received an email from the General Manager of the Dairy Queen Grill and Chill Restaurant in Ridgeland, South Carolina inviting me to participate in their Children's Miracle Network Treat Day. Proceeds from the Treat Day I will be attending will go to the local Children's Miracle Network Hospital, Memorial University Medical Center, in Savannah, Georgia.
I am excited about this opportunity to meet the people of Ridgeland, South Carolina. When I spoke with Ms. Cat (the General Manager) this week, she told me that while I'm there, she wants for me to able to speak with the recent high school graduates from their area and encourage them to go after their dreams. This is exactly why I am so proud of having this title! Yes, this traveling keeps me busy and sometimes tired, it is so worth it!
No matter what happens in Washington, D.C. next week, I have had and will continue to have impacts like this. It's not about going somewhere, standing there and looking "pretty", but having intentional conversations, encouraging those just beginning on their journey, and bringing hope to children that are fighting for the opportunity to get there someday.
Use the Treat Day Website to find a Dairy Queen near you and help bring hope!
xoxoJordan Addison, Miss Black South Carolina USA 2011
Thursday, July 28, 2011
I'm Headed Home!
Today after my last day of work, I am finishing up the last bit of school work for my summer class, laundry, and then hitting the road to head home! I am so excited to have some time at home with my mom before heading to Washington, D.C. for Miss Black USA. It will be nice to squeeze in some last minute shopping trips and also have some girl time.
Miss Black USA Pageant week came so much more quickly than I thought it would, but I am so excited for this adventure. It is going to be awesome to meet and connect with 29 other young women from across the country that are doing great things professionally, educationally, and in their communities. It truly is an honor to be part of this group of women. I am going to leave from this experience with 29 brand new friends and sisters that I will have for the rest of my life!
In case you haven't heard about it from me via my Twitter or Facebook accounts, here is another plug to vote for me for People's Choice! I'm not in the top 5 right now, but if all of you give at least $1, I could definitely be up there. Voting lasts until August 7th - so spread the word and VOTE! (It's $1 per vote and no limit on voting!)
Remember to check back here everyday for a post at 12:00. Tomorrow's post is going to be about an event that I'm excited to be attending and volunteering with on August 11th!
xoxoJordan Addison, Miss Black South Carolina USA 2011
Miss Black USA Pageant week came so much more quickly than I thought it would, but I am so excited for this adventure. It is going to be awesome to meet and connect with 29 other young women from across the country that are doing great things professionally, educationally, and in their communities. It truly is an honor to be part of this group of women. I am going to leave from this experience with 29 brand new friends and sisters that I will have for the rest of my life!
In case you haven't heard about it from me via my Twitter or Facebook accounts, here is another plug to vote for me for People's Choice! I'm not in the top 5 right now, but if all of you give at least $1, I could definitely be up there. Voting lasts until August 7th - so spread the word and VOTE! (It's $1 per vote and no limit on voting!)
Remember to check back here everyday for a post at 12:00. Tomorrow's post is going to be about an event that I'm excited to be attending and volunteering with on August 11th!
xoxoJordan Addison, Miss Black South Carolina USA 2011
Friday, July 22, 2011
Be the Change, Make History!
I love to see women doing powerful things for themselves that help shape history - especially minority women. The organizations we join, life decisions, and career choices that we have today will open doors for those coming after us. We really are making history. I was watching CNN yesterday and heard a story about four women in Afghanistan making some history of their own.
Read their story.
These women have created a path for other women in their country that many thought would never be possible. This could not have been done by anyone - they had to be strong, level-headed, and I'm sure grounded in their faith. This is not going to be an easy process for them during or after training.
What history are you making? What will you be remembered by?
Read their story.
These women have created a path for other women in their country that many thought would never be possible. This could not have been done by anyone - they had to be strong, level-headed, and I'm sure grounded in their faith. This is not going to be an easy process for them during or after training.
What history are you making? What will you be remembered by?
Friday, July 15, 2011
Come one, Come all!
Tickets for the Miss Black USA final night competition and crowning are now on sale! Yay!
Anddddddddd.....our presenting sponsor is now revealed!
It's so awesome that Calgon is the presenting sponsor for finals night. They have great fragrances that are affordable and that many women easily have access to.
SIDE NOTE: Something I thought was really neat that they have on their website is a fragrance quiz! My fragrance came out to be Tahitian Orchid - I'm going to have to check it out when I go pick up Beyonce's album this afternoon! :)
SIDE NOTE: Something I thought was really neat that they have on their website is a fragrance quiz! My fragrance came out to be Tahitian Orchid - I'm going to have to check it out when I go pick up Beyonce's album this afternoon! :)
Click here to purchase your tickets before they are sold out! Remember, only the top 15 delegates with the highest scores will compete at finals night. Click here for tickets to all pageant week events.
xoxoJordan Addison, Miss Black South Carolina USA 2011
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Who Run the World? Girls!
Even though Beyonce is one of my favorite artists, I don't particularly like this song - it is super catchy though! I am so excited about an upcoming opportunity presented to me that will help me reach more girls who can run the world!
On Friday, October 28th, I'll be a guest panelist at the 2011 Empowering Girls Symposium. Even though this isn't until October I get excited just thinking about it! I'm very passionate about female empowerment and mentoring young women. Beginning this fall, through the Leadership Scholars Program at USC I'll be starting a leadership program for young girls called FABULOUS - the name was inspired by my mom Laverne who is never anything less than FABULOUS. FABULOUS will cover many of the topics that the Empowering Girls Symposium as well as leadership, community service, education, and health. Hopefully if I become Miss Black USA 2011 this is something that I will be able to carry across the country!
xoxoJordan Addison, Miss Black South Carolina USA 2011
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| Does anyone remember having one of these? I still have mine in my room at home. |
On Friday, October 28th, I'll be a guest panelist at the 2011 Empowering Girls Symposium. Even though this isn't until October I get excited just thinking about it! I'm very passionate about female empowerment and mentoring young women. Beginning this fall, through the Leadership Scholars Program at USC I'll be starting a leadership program for young girls called FABULOUS - the name was inspired by my mom Laverne who is never anything less than FABULOUS. FABULOUS will cover many of the topics that the Empowering Girls Symposium as well as leadership, community service, education, and health. Hopefully if I become Miss Black USA 2011 this is something that I will be able to carry across the country!
xoxoJordan Addison, Miss Black South Carolina USA 2011
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