House Passes Landmark Climate Change Bill

The House of Representatives passed legislation to slash industrial pollution that is blamed for global warming.

Contestants - Tuoi Tre Tao Cao event

Christine Lynn (Mrs. Bellevue), Amy Schroeder (Mrs. Port Orchard), Julie Rzechula (Mrs. Camano Island) and Angee Kopelowitz (Mrs. Island County) enjoy their evening at the Tuoi Tre Tao Cao event. Christine coordinated the event which raised funds for the non-profit organization. Tuoi Tre Tao Cao recognizes the achievements of young Vietnamese students and supports them in their pursuit of personal and professional success.

Thank you to Jessica

I was treated to a fabulous massage by my first runner-up Jessica Riggs, Mrs. Snohomish County, at Healing Kneads Massage. I have never had a professional massage before, but I am hooked. It was such a relaxing experience and she even worked out all those knots from my neck.

Recycling in Washington

I found this great website that identifies places which take specific items that can be recycled. You can use it to find the closest place to take anything from household hazardous waste to electronics. Check it out and see what you could or should be recycling.

Washington State Department of Ecology Recycling

Photoshoot with Beyond Photography

My family met up with Laura Hunter, Beyond Photography, for our lifestyle photoshoot. We had tons of fun and got some great photos. They will be posted as soon as I get them.

Detlef Schrempf Celebrity Gala and Auction

My sister Lori and I enjoying the evening.

Miss Washington USA - Tara Turnure

John Curley in action as the auctioneer.

Additional photos coming soon

The Detlef Schrempf Gala and Auction benefits Rise n' Shine and Northwest Children's charities.

4th Annual Eastside Community Church Tea Party/Fashion Show

Jamicka and her husband representing the bride and groom.

Jamicka and I

I spent Sunday afternoon with the lovely Jamicka Jones, Mrs. Fife and Mrs. Congeniality 2009, and her family at the Eastside Community Church Tea Party and Fashion Show. Jamicka and I collected signatures to support MENC, the National Association for Music Education, and modeled our evening gowns on the catwalk. Jamicka and her husband represented the bride and groom in an African wedding. The entertainment also included African music, dancing and fabulous fashions. I had a wonderful time and was happy to be able to spend some time with Jamicka and her family.

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