Supreme Session and Region 5 Get-Together

Well, everyone, I think I need to make the first of many apologies that I will probably make in this blog throughout the year. I am very sorry about not keeping current at Supreme Session, but it seemed very difficult to get to a computer with so much going on there. As for blogging when I came home, I don't actually have a computer with Internet access at my house so I sincerely apologize. I will take this opportunity now to catch up.

So I believe I left off with Monday at Supreme Session.

Tuesday was a long day, but one I had been anticipating ever since I was crowned Miss Indiana Job's Daughter on June 5th. It was time for the Miss International Job's Daughter test. I had some other obligations to attend to first though. I, along with the rest of the Indiana Messenger Team, went into judging at 8:40 am. Despite all of our practice, we knew we hadn't placed, though it had went well. After robe judging, Maddy and I went back to my room for some review for the test before I had my individual ritual. I didn't realize I had to do Stations and Duties so I didn't place in my individual either. I went back to my room again and continued studying and preparing myself for the test. I met up with the other Miss International Job's Daughter pageant contestants, and after some absolutely hilarious "nervous" pictures, we went into the test. I left the room confident and proceeded to the mixer for the contestants. We had a lot of fun, and it was great to meet and swap all of the other girls from the other jurisdictions. We all parted to our separate directions to get ready for Formal Opening. I loved the arrangements and reserved seating Elaine had made for the Daughters present. I don't think I have ever been able to actually see the Opening. It was with great pleasure that I was lucky enough to receive Mandy's scholarship on her behalf. I know that money was well-deserved and will be put to good use.

Wednesday was filled with even more events for the Miss International Job's Daughter pageant, but amid the interviews, the recitation, and robe judging, I still managed to enjoy myself. Job's Daughters Congress was fun and full of discussion. I was incredibly excited that they thought to share the results of the survey online. I was thrilled to discover that 13% of our membership took the survey. I attended the All Job's Daughters Luncheon, and I was excited to hear that Mahaley had received third place in Fourth Messenger.

Thursday started off with the Supreme Bethel meeting. I was convinced at Supreme Session to put my name in for Supreme Bethel line. It would be just my luck that I was selected as Supreme Bethel Junior Princess for the year. I think Anita was more thrilled than I was. I was really happy that this year I actually knew the girl who was drawn for Supreme Bethel Honored Queen. She is a really awesome girl who is, or perhaps was is more appropriate, the Miss Job's Daughter from Delaware. Then I moved quickly to the Pageant luncheon where we had a great time talking with some of the judges about their lives, hobbies, and experiences as Miss International Job's Daughter. From there, we went to the Pageant rehearsal. We had a great time playing a lot of different games as we waited for our individual time to rehearse walking through the area. Then I went back to my room, where Becca along with Maddy, who she claimed was her assistant, was waiting to get her hands on my hair. She did an awesome job with my hair and make-up. Then I got into my dress, and my nerves began to set in. Lots of hugs and support from my Indiana gang and one special hug from Miss Brittney, I waited for my turn to enter the room, introduce myself, and answer the question. I wasn't fortunate enough to become a semi-finalist, but I watched with great joy as Aline, the contestant from Brazil, was crowned Miss International Job's Daughter. She is a wonderful girl, and I wish her all the best in her travels, but I must say that I am happy that I get to remain home with all of my girls, who are the most awesome anyway!!! I can say that I was truly honored to represent our jurisdiction and to compete alongside so many of the most poised and graceful girls I have ever met. Then we left for the Indiana get-together, where I had a great time, got lots of hugs and presents, and got to relax for the first time since I had arrived at Supreme.

Friday, I got up early to attend the Supreme Bethel Installation practice. I left in a hurry to go horseback riding in the Garden of the Gods. My horse's name was Speck. She was sort of ornery, but I think that was because my mom's horse wanted to be really close. The scenery was gorgeous even though I was so far in the back, I really didn't get to hear anything about the rock formations. I got to hang out for a little while, then got ready for Supreme Bethel Installation. It was fun, and it was great to see someone installed as Supreme Bethel Honored Queen that I consider a friend. I figured it out though. I now have five tiaras, two crowns, and three capes for this year, plus five sashes. I think maybe my collection is getting a little excessive.

Saturday was a day of relaxation and packing. I relaxed in the lobby with Genesis, Mahaley, and Elecia, then went to get dressed for Supreme Guardian Council Installation. Vicki was installed as Supreme Fourth Messenger with Genesis as her escort. I enjoyed it, and Indiana should be honored to have Vicki representing us as a Supreme officer.

It was a late night and an early morning Sunday as Mom and I traveled home. Things didn't go so smoothly in Dallas, but we managed to avoid the baggage fare by sending our stuff home with Vicki and Lynn. I left for home from Indianapolis exhausted but happy to be home in Indiana.

Monday, I had a meeting with practice initiation. I was still tired, but I was happy to be at home in my Bethel in Terre Haute for the first time in what seemed like ages. I have to tell you that it is really true that there is no place like home.

Yesterday, I attended the Region 5 Get-together, which was a car wash for HIKE. I got a sunburn, but it was worth it to earn money for HIKE and to enjoy a day with some of my girls. Jasmine has shown her dedication to HIKE. She again received the $1,000 HIKE award this year at Supreme, and I am truly proud of all of her efforts as a member of my Bethel and a girl I was lucky to crown Honored Queen.

So I think that catches things up. Again, I apologize for my lateness posting, but I hope that this extremely long entry makes up for it. I hope we have a chance to show the Supreme Team what Indiana Job's Daughters is all about, and now that the Miss International Job's Daughter pageant and Supreme Session is over, it is time for school to begin again. I hope all of our Daughters are looking forward to going back to school, but for those of you who aren't, I hope you are looking forward to the start of Official Visits and other state events as much as I am. I hope to see all of you very soon!

White Water Rafting and Performing Arts Review

Well, today Supreme Session really got underway. I went wite water rafting in the Arkansas River along with the rest of the Indiana bunch. It was so much fun in spite of the freezing water. Lindsey and I were ready and raring to go for more. Next time, I think we're going to try to go for higher class waters. Mahaley took a little swim. Don't worry though. She did it on purpose!

While I was white water rafting, Genesis, our Junior Miss Indiana Job's Daughter, was competing in the performing arts competition. She did two dances, a speech, and signing. I didn't get to see her perform, but her speech must have been pretty good because she placed third in speech and theater.

We've had another great day here, making new friends. I'm entirely shocked. I actually remember some of the other Misses names and jurisdictions as we pass one another and exchange greetings in the hallways. I'm excited that we're getting to know one another now.

Tomorrow, I have Supreme Messenger Team, Individual Ritual Contest, and the Miss International written test and mixer. It should be a very long day, but I'm pretty sure I will survive. You might check my blog tomorrow afternoon though to make sure.

Worship Service at the Air Force Academy

Well, it's been another good day here at Supreme Session. Today, we went to the worship service at the Air Force Academy. I can't believe it, but on the base, there is actually a chapel that is so beautiful that it compares to the beauty of the skyline I woke up to this morning. I can't even begin to describe to you the beauty of the landscape here. The mountains are just gorgeous.

I'm getting ready to go swimming with Mahaley, Becca, and Lindsey. It should make for a good time. I'm really looking forward to two things this week: going white water rafting tomorrow and meeting all the Miss contestants on Tuesday. I've already run into the current Miss International Job's Daughter, Miss Queensland Job's Daughter, and Miss Kentucky Job's Daughter.

Things are getting underway for Supreme Session this year. I've run into a few Daughters. I can't wait to meet some more Daughters. Keep reading this week for more news from my adventures here at Supreme Session 2010.

I'm here!!!

Well, I made it. I'm here in Colorado Springs in one piece and with all my luggage so I would say that my first day at Supreme Session was a success.

The day started pretty early for me. I got up and checked for the millionth time that I had everything packed that I needed to take. Then my mom and I started for the Indianapolis airport. She got stopped by the scanner, but I made it through without suspicion. We had a layover in Dallas. I had heard awful things about that airport, but everything went smoothly, thank God. When we arrived in Colorado Springs, we were met by Elecia. We got the luggage, and we headed for the hotel.

It's been almost ten hours since I arrived at the Indianapolis airport, so it's been a pretty long day for me. I met up with Tiffany and Mahaley, so it's great that I actually know someone here. There's not much to tell yet since I just got here, but I'll try to blog more in the next few days as Supreme Session 2010 gets underway. Keep checking back for more news about Supreme Session!

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