Down Syndrome Association Dinner (Colorado Springs)

On Friday, April 18 Nathan and I were invited to attend the Down Syndrome Associations' annual dinner at the Phantom Canyon Restaurant in Colorado Springs. I met a very special little boy with down syndrome, and his mother about a month ago at my Patsy's Candy Appearance, and we've been in touch ever since. She was so kind to invite us to their dinner to learn more about the CSDSA (Colorado Springs Down Syndrome Association).

Pictured above with Brittany, a.k.a Topanga, a senior at Mesa Ridge High School. Brittany started a program called Down with Mesa at her school to bring awareness to down syndrome.
With my honey.

Military Spouse Magazine - April 2008 Issue

I was so excited when the Military Spouse magazine called me in February and asked if they could put me on the cover of their April 2008 issue! Attached is the picture of the cover and my article is called "Beauty and the Brave - Interview with Tiffany Sawyer, Mrs. Colorado 2007 and proud military spouse".

There was also a great article on the inside spread about starting the Miss Patriotic Colorado Pageant for the Children of Fallen Soldiers Relief Fund. This year the Miss Patriotic Colorado Pageant will be held on July 19 and is open to Girls ages 0-23 yrs and Boys 0-6 yrs. Please check out the website at www.misspatrioticcolorado.com for more info and how to enter. There were also pictures of Nathan and some VFW appearances I've done throughout my year.

Project C.U.R.E. Luncheon at Castle Pines Country Club (Castle Pines)

On Wednesday, April 16th I attended a 2nd luncheon and fashion show for Project C.U.R.E. at the Castle Pines Country Club. Project C.U.R.E. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, humanitarian relief organization that collects medical supplies and equipment and donates it to developing countries. For more information please visit www.projectcure.org.

The Jasmine Boutique, from Castle Pines, outfitted all the ladies for the fashion show, and they looked GREAT! For more info. please visit www.jasmineboutique.com.
Pictured with Cheri Issel and Barbara Goldy who helped organize this event.
With Barbara Jacobsen from Project C.U.R.E.
With Janell Ames, Mrs. Parker, and Melissa Kraft, Mrs. Castle Pines.


Janell
Janell
Melissa
Melissa

Teen with a Dream (Denver Science Museum)

On April 5th I attended the 4th Annual Teen With a Dream charity dinner and silent auction at the Denver Science Museum. Teen With a Dream™ is a 501 (c) (3) charity founded specifically to enrich the lives of pediatric cancer patients—and the lives of their families—by combating the effects of social isolation and loneliness during chemotherapy through specialized social, educational, and financial programs. For more information please visit http://www.teenwithadream.org/

With Spencer Harrison, the founder of Teen With a Dream. In 2003, 14-year old Spencer Harrison spent most of his year fighting for his life. While the year was a tough one for both Spencer and his family, the 14-year-old chose to draw strength from his experience and help others undergoing the lonely, painful process of chemotherapy.With the entertainment, Kai Brown and his brother Rohin

With one of the scholarship winners.

With the host, Mitch Jelniker, ABC Channel 7 News in Denver.

Blossom Festival Pageant (Canon City)

On March 22 I was a judge at the annual Canon City & Music Blossom Festival Pageant, which is celebrating their 63rd year! The Blossom Pageant offers much more than a rhinestone tiara, sash, and a title. It allows them to practice hands on interview skills necessary for their future, gives them the opportunity to work on their public speaking abilities, teaches them to be comfortable in their own skin by boosting self-confidence, and makes memories to last a lifetime. For more information please visit their website at http://www.ccblossomfestival.com/pageant/index.htm

With my fellow judges, Ed & Patti Galligher and Christina Sacha.

Judges pictured with the new queen, Tanessa White.
With Christina and Debi Moore, Mrs. Colorado 1994
With Christina and Megan Yarberry, the Director of Blossom Pageant.
With Debi.
With my husband, Nate.