pageant

Synda Lockard Miss NFPB

Hey,

Well I'm a little sad to say that the pageant is almost over, but I'm proud to say I have learned a lot from this experience. I have made many memories here that I will never forget. These girls have all been really great and I will miss all of them after this is over. This pageant has been such a learning experience for me in many ways. I've learned all about my strengths and also things that I need to improve on for future competitions. Everyone here, especially the staff, has been extremely helpful and I would like to say thank you for all that you've done.  Also I would like to thank my Mom, Kim, Amy, Maria, and Corrine for all the hard work they've done to help me get ready for this pageant. Its great to know that I have family and friends that would gladly stay up all night gluing rhinestones or making a dress in a week! Last but not least I would like to also thank my Dad, Cassidy, Cody, Greg, and especially Blake Whitehead for believing in me and supporting me all along the way. The best thing I have learned win, lose, or draw is that family and the people that support you are the most important thing so never take them for granted and thank them because they are helping you make your dreams come true. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Synda.

Miss Rhinestone Rodeo Rachel Kelderman #5

Good morning-Its saturady!!!

Win Lose or Draw, my experience this week

I have once again had once of the most incredible weeks of my life. When I left here last year I had had such a great time that I knew I had to do it again, and Oklahoma sure did not let me down. I am ready to leave here a "winner" and know that my life is so changed weather I "lose" or not. I know that this week God blessed me so much and made me feel so calm and happy. He made sure that I had the "draw" I wanted in horsemanship. And allowed me to get every answer out of my mouth the way I wanted to. So whatever happens here today I know that my life is truly blessed and I am forever changed.

Love Rachel

Summer Davis Miss Pawnee Bill Memorial Rodeo Queen #2

Win, lose, or draw...What a week!

What began with an idea, turned into an action, which wound up bringing me here.  Being a part of this pageant has opened so many doors and friendships that would never have existed without being a contestant at the Miss Rodeo USA.  Each time that we go out of our comfort zone, and attempt to overcome a fear, we learn so much about ourselves.  Being here this week has given us the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people, inclucing: sponsors, directors, the committee members and even the judges.  To all of these people, I am forever greatful for their support.  I hope that all the girls have had the same kind of joy and fulfillment that I have experienced throuhghout these past days.  Thank you to all of the people that made it possible for me to be here.

Leslie Brumleve Miss New Brockton Rodeo

Good morning everyone!  As you all know, this is the final day of the pageant!  Coronation is just a few hours away!  I am very excited and have had the best time out here competing.  No matter what happens today, I know it was all meant to be.  Being out here this week has been the time of my life.  I have met the best girls ever!  I know we will all be friends for a very long time.  Their friendship means the world to me.  That is one of the best things about being here- you meet people that touch your heart and hate for this experience to end because they have been there for you all week.  Another thing that I have learned from being out here is that each day is a new day.  You can't worry about what happened the day before.  All you can do is accept it and move on.  I am very thankful for our sponsors and everyone else that has supported me and all the other girls.  This has been a fabulous week!  Until we meet again- Happy Trails!

Kristin Scott Miss Limestone Sheriffs Rodeo

My journey started long before this week, but when I arrived at the Biltmore hotel in Oklahoma City I knew that I was in for an experience of my life. Through this whole week it has been late nights and early mornings. With all of this I have learned more about myself. I didn't give myself a whole lot of credit and maybe even some self doubt. I now know that if I set my mind to it I can accompished more. I have found out that I have mental and physical toughness that I never knew I had. I have met and made friendships that will last a lifetime. Forever I will have the memories that have been made this week. This program is a one of a kind and I encourage anyone who has thought about joining or if not as a competitor a associate member. I have had the best time and I hope I can continue this great experience. Thank You for this wonderful opportunity!

Lacey Lynn Glover, Miss United Rodeo Association 2007, Contestant #3

I am saddened and excited all at the same time.  The week is coming to a close, I do not want to leave my new friends, but at the same time I am very excited to find out the results.  I am leaving this pageant with new friends and a unforgettable memories.  I am excited about getting to sleep in my own bed again.  I am also excited about being able to see my dog and horses again.  I cannot wait to see which girl wins the crown.  I have gained a whole new appreciation for the Miss Rodeo USA volunteers, they spend endless hours helping us girls and being so patient.  I would love to come back and help with the pageant in future years, in any way that I can.  I would like to thank all of the sponsors who donated items and supported the pageant in other ways.  Thank you again to the judges, committee and volunteers who helped out make this week possible.

Sarah Crisswell Miss E.T.C. Rodeo #10

Today was one of the most emotional day duing this pageant. We had the honor to visit the Children's center.

Summer Davis Miss Pawnee Bill Memorial Rodeo Queen #2

        Today, the contestants and I had the most amazing experience.  We had the opportunity to visit the most remarkable place in Oklahoma City...The children's center.  We had a great tour of the facility, where we met the most adorable kids from all over the country.  Lisa Watson Lance, Miss Rodeo USA 1989, gave her hat to the most appreciative little boy named Casey, who dreamed of being a cowboy.  At the end of the tour we gathered in a large room, filled with the faces of children who looked forward to the current Miss Rodeo USA, Candice Carper, reading a storybook to them.  All the girls and I were able to mingle among them, which filled all of our hearts with joy.  Each room had a large picture window that looked out into a beautifully landscaped courtyard, that had a pet rabbit named "Thumper," to keep the kids entertained. 

       This facility not only need financial support, but also need people who are willing to donate some of their time for volunteer work.  My platform this year, "Be a part, and Give your heart," encourages people to do just that, so that we can all have this life changing experience.

Lacey Lynn Glover, Miss United Rodeo Association 2007, Contestant #3

I had an absolute blast today at the Children's Center in Bethany.  It was a huge blessing to be able to visit with all of the children, therapists, and nurses.  I was honored to be able to be there and share with the kids.  However, I think the kids made me smile almost more than I made them smile.  I love visiting the children in that are in hospitals, because I was in their same spot 16 years ago.  I know first hand how exciting it is to have visitors come and share a smile and maybe chat for a little bit.  I want to thank the Children's Center for inviting us out to visit with the kids and thank them for the opportunity to be touch by these very special individuals. 

Madelyn Hoggard Miss Brock Farms

Today we visited the children's center in Oklahoma city. This was a life changing experience. The Children's Center is a place where Kids go to get Rehabilitated instead of laying in a hospital bed all day. These children are here have play rooms and have a school house where they have school everyday. The Children's center is like a Minnie community for the kids that are there. These kids are so special and today they touched our lives just as we touched their's. We were so gracious to have experienced the look on those kids faces when we were there. We had a little boy that loved us so much that every where we went he followed us. He was so sweet and was in heaven while we were there. It was so special to see how we changed that little boys life. The kids at the Center touched our lives in so many ways, words can not explain it. The Children's Center is a non profit organization which the state and sponsors donate money to the Center to keep it running smoothly. This was a life changing experience for everyone, we will never forget.