MMOT Orientation

I just got back from an incredible time at Miss Minnesota Outstanding Teen Orientation which was held at Ephiphany Church in Coon Rapids. I was able to get a lot of my questions answered about pageant week and narrow down every last intricate detail! June is just around the corner and I'm getting more excited and anxious the closer it gets!

The day started with a fabulous greeting from Diane Buszta and some of the amazing board members of MMOT. They were so welcoming! I was able to look at some fabulous photo albums from the current MMOT Katlyn Ziegler's year. I also got to chat with a few girls as we all arrived.

There are twelve incredible girls running for MMOT this year! I'm so glad to see the program expanding. We drew for contestant number. I am contestant number 3! I'm excitd about that. :)

We then moved into our official photo shoot! I was able to work with Mike from O'Halloran Photography. He has been working with MMOT for about a year now and has been such an amazing supporter. He was so great, I must tell you! He made the contestants and I all very comfortable. We got some great shots individually and as a group!

Then it was more valuable information and time to talk with Jeff our sound tech! :) I feel at ease and I'm so thankful for his help!

I was measured for my dress that I will be wearing for the Rodney Alfred Photo Shoot that the contesants and I will all be a part of. This is new for MMOT this year! I can't wait for the photo shoot!

I enjoyed a great lunch after a busy morning! It hit the spot. We receivend some more information and a presentation from Megan who is our MMOT producer. She is going to be great to work with! Katlyn also gave us a summary of her year. She truly has had an amazing year.

I finished the day with some final words with the great girls and autograph signing.

The day started at 10 and concluded at 2. It was packed day full of great information. We learned about everything from backstage details to photo shoots, limo rides, and of course practice, rehersals, and the overall production of the pageant. I can't even begin to explain my excitement about the entire experience. I'm so blessed!

As I anxiously await June it has allowed me to reflect on all that the MAOT Organizaion has done for me. The doors that have been opened for me as Miss Red River Valley Outstanding Teen have taught me so much.

Yesterday marked the two month mark until pageant day! :) Not too many days left...

I would like to give a special thanks to all of the MMOT volunteers! Your help is what keeps the program alive!

Until next time,
God Bless!
Paige