Mrs. Maine 2008

Planet Hollywood appearance for Constestants at Nationals in Las Vegas

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More pictures from Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas during an outing with the constestants for the Mrs. United States Pageant 2008.

Planet Hollywood appearance for Constestants at Nationals in Las Vegas

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This was an outing we had Monday night at Nationals. We all were told to get dressed in beautiful cocktail dresses, they were taking us to Planet Hollywood. Little did we know we were just suppose to walk around the Mall to greet fans and have pictures taken and some even did some shopping. It ended up being a lot of fun and the amount of people who were so excited to see all of us. We had a lot of requests for photos and many people would anxiously hunt down the woman representing their State. Everyone one of the women looked amazing, they were all beautiful. What a great group of women! The whole week was wonderful. I have made some friends for life.

Yarmouth Clam Festival Parade in July

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This parade was very wet. You can't tell here because the rain

hadn't started yet, but you can see the dark clouds in the background rolling in. We were hoping the storm would hold off until after the parade, but it started the same time the parade did. We still participated but with the top up on the car. I'm sure the dealer who donated the beautiful car that seem to have been my special car for parades appreciated me keeping the inside of the car dry. Some of the other Queens that were there such as Kristin Korda, Miss Teen Maine 2008, who is in the picture with me and some of the Peter Pan kids from the float nest to us. Poor kids were all wet, but still had a great time. There were still an amazing amount of people watching the parade. I still got soaked just from hanging out the window waving to everyone. This was also the night before I left for Las Vegas and still had to finish packing. It was still fun, all the parades were.

Moxie Parade in Lisbon Falls in July

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This was a great parade, there were a lot of people and the weather was great. This is the town I grew up in and a lot of my friends and family were there to cheer myself and Jamie Cannon, Mrs. Maine America 2008 seen here in the photo with me.

Bath Parade on July 4th

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This was a beautiful day in Bath for the Heritage Day parade. Cindy Doucette, Mrs. Maine International 2008 was in the parade who is seen here as well as Jamie Cannon, Mrs. Maine America 2008 who I didn't get a picture of.

Casco Bay Ford generously donated the use of this beautiful Mustang, California Special for the day and my husband was able to be my driver. He was pretty happy and looked great driving it too. Thank you Casco Bay ford for your generosity.

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La Kermesse Parade in Biddeford

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This parade was a lot of fun with all of these Queens. The attendance for the parade was amazing and everyone was having a great time.

Miss Maine United States and Miss Teen Maine United States 2008 Crowning Ceremony

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The Ceremony was held at Azure Cafe in Freeport, which is owned and operated by Kate Werner, Mrs. Maine America 2007 and her husband Jonas her have been very generous in sponsoring both Queens to preparte them for National Competition in Las Vegas. They have been generous to many as well as myself and want to Thank them and commend them for all of thier support to all of us.

It was also organized and directed by a wonderful couple who have a lot of experience in pageantry and have helped many women live their dreams, Heather and Marty Clark. Thank you for your support as well.

Rae Ann Suebert was crowned Miss Maine United States 2008 and Christina Morse was crowned Miss Teen Maine United States 2008. The ceremony was very touching and emotional when the girls were crowned by Heather Clark, Mrs. Maine America 2006, with all of their family members present and many friends and former and present Queens.

Miss Teen Maine International 2008 Michelle Smith and Miss Maine International 2007 Amanda Wykes were present for the ceremony.

Sweetser Annual Auction Fundraiser Banquet

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My husband Bob and I were invited to join

Sweetser at their Annual Auction Fundraiser and Dinner. I was also asked to model a beautiful 4 carat yellow diamond that was being raffled off that evening. We were both so honored and had such a wonderful time and made some great friends in the process. They raised a substantial amount of money to help many children be able to attend summer camps throughout the State.

Red Cross Heroes Breakfast and Awards Ceremony

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This was an awards breakfast for
The Red Cross to honor people
in the State who have done
something that has helped others
in some way. There were many who
were honored and recognized for thier everyday achievments that have changed peoples lives or have gone out of thier way to save lives. It was an incredible morning. I was honored to be asked to open with singing the National Anthem. I stepped out of my comfort zone, which I have challenged myself to do throughout my reign. I did O.K. but my nerves got the most of me. I haven't sang in public in almost 20 years. I don't think I will do it again but I am glad I did it, mostly to say I did. It was a great honor and touching to see such wonderful people like you and I be honored.

Relay for Life

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More pictures from Relay for Life In Brunswick Maine.

Relay for Life

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This was a lot of fun to appear at the Relay for Life at the High School in Brunswick. I was asked to make an appearance and sign autographs for The Atlantic Regional Credit Union in Brunswick who had been a sponsor to support in my efforts toward the National competition in Las Vegas. The girls were especially excited about having thier picture taken and autograph photos. Not to mention to appear for such a great cause.

Namiwalks

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My husband and I joined the Mid Coast Hospital team of walkers at the 2008 Namiwalk in Portland to raise money for the programs offered by the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Opening for Brunswick Family Skin Care March 2008

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This was the opening for Brunswick Family Skin Care in Brunswick, Maine. Kate Onos is a friend of mine and is sponsoring me for the year with free facials and waxing, my skin has never looked better. Thank you Kate.

Visiting South Harpswell Elementary School kindergarden class March 2008

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This visit to the South Harpswell Elemenary School was so special, I surprised them by showing up in a beautiful silver gown and my crown and sash. Not only were the girls in awe so were the boys. I read them the book The Princess and the Pea and brought all the girls thier own crown and the boys rubber frogs. It was one of the girls birthaday so I also brought cookies. It was so much fun for me as well as the kids.

South Portland High School Fashion Show March 2008

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Avery Barr, Misss Teen Maine USA 2008 and myself
myself, Mrs. Maine United States 2008
The students from South Portland High School on stage at the end of the fashion show
Avery on stage at the end of the fashion show
me and my husband Bob after the show

I was very honored to asked to participate in this fashion show at South Portland High School to benefit thier project graduation fund.

Crowning Ceremony February 2008

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Kristin Center, Mrs. Maine United States 2007 and myself
Senator Nancy Sullivan and myself
my beautiful friend Kim Bruce
My husband Bob, myself and two of my sons Dylan and Wesley
Special friends from High School my husband Bob, Ronda, myself, Norm, Liz, and Margo

This was a magical evening for me and a memory I will cherich forever. I had so many of my friends and family there to support me and watch me recieve my Crown and Banner and officially start my reign as Mrs. Maine United States 2008. Kristin Center, Mrs. Maine United States 2007, was present to hand over the crown as well as Thank you's to the fiends and family who supported her during her riegn. Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino, Mrs. Maine United States 2006, as well as director for 2008, and responsible for planning the ceremony. Thank you for this Elizabeth and for helping me to live a dream. Senator Nancy Sullivan attended in support of my platform, Helping women overcome depression and post-partum depression. My three children, Robby, Wesley, and Dylan as well as my amazing husband Bob were also there to share in the experience along with me. A lot of my family and friends were in attendance and the ceremony was emceed by Tory Ryden from Channel 8 news. Tory was amazing and so funny. Thank you Tory for taking the time out of your busy schedule, it was very meaningfulto have your there. I also want to thank The Muddy Rudder for letting us have the ceremony in thier Restaurant and for taking such good care of me and my guests.

Chocolate Extravaganza January 2008

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Appearances updated soon

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I will be updating my blog with all of my appearances soon. I am sorry it is taking so long, but I have been having computer problems at home. You all can relate at times I am sure. I will do this within the next week. In the meantime I can tell more of my story. I hope you are understanding why I need to tell it. It will hopefully help many others and myself. I would love any comments if you feel compelled. Thank you.

Interview on Channel 13 WGME for Postpartum Depression aired last night

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Hello everyone,

I wanted to let you all know that I was on Channel 13 last night for a segment on postpartum depression. It was very informative and I hope you get a chance to take a look at it. I was honored and pleased to be able to take part in this feature. Please let me know if you have any questions or comments. I would love to help or finf someone who can help you if you need it.

More to come soon;
Kristin

NAMI Walk Coming Up Quick!

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I am walking in the NAMI Walk this Saturday, May10, 2008 in support of National Alliance of Mental Illness. Come show your support in the Back Bay of Portland between 10 AM - noon!