St. Patricks Day Parade

This was the most fun I have ever had during a parade. Thank you to Sharon Bale and Bill Tarkington for making this event open to Miss Arkansas and MAOT contestants.

I thoroughly enjoyed riding in this parade in downtown Little Rock and especially loved how excited everyone was over the candy!

Thank you to Jacob Wood for driving me and helping me to not throw all the candy out at once.

Another huge thank you to Crain Chevorlet in Little Rock for providing the amazing vehicle I enjoyed riding in.

Princess For A Day

What little girl doesn't want to be a princess? My event to raise funds for Operation Smile and Children's Miracle Network was a HUGE success.

March 14, little girls of all ages had the chance to become a real princess. Almost 50 girls came to The Studio By Lauren to participate in this fun filled day.

They started with a little freeze dance and were then divided into groups. They were able to get their hair, makeup, and nails done. They also made princess jewelry boxes and picture frames. They had princess snacks and tea party time, learned princess etiquette, and a princess dance.

At the end of the event They received their certificate and had a crowning moments. Then we showed the parents the fun princess dance to Miracles Happen.

Real live princesses attended to play with the girls. We welcomed Elsa from Frozen, Sleeping Beauty, Belle, Snow White, and Ariel. They were able to have their picture taken with the princess to take home.

I can't even describe the amount of fun this event was. I plan on continuing it for years to come.

I am so thankful for all of my sponsors and help I had with this event.

A huge thank you to:

The Royal We- for providing the beautiful Disney Princess gowns

David Hatfield and Studio D Imaging- volunteering your time as our photographer

Sara Black Photography- for the monetary donation helping to make the event happen

L & M Salon- for providing your services and hair styling

Cherry Blossoms by Brooke- the very tasty princess cookies

Delta Beta Sigma- for your assistance in making princess dreams come true

The Studio By Lauren Dancers and Moms- helping to decorate and make the event a success. Especially April Tefteller! We could not have made it without you!

My adult tap class and Jessica James- for staying late Thursday evening to help decorate

Pam Glover and Jane Bailey- providing much of the decorations

Aimee Mahan- providing table cloths and other decorating supplies

My wonderful friends- helping at all of the stations

My mom, Debra Howell- for providing all of the snacks and helping make the decorating ideas come to life! You truly were the best support I could have had! Thank you!

Modeling for Monrow and Womens Inc.

I always love seeing Caroline and Emily at Monrow Boutique. The shopping is always fabulous and their service can not be beat.

I was excited to model 2 outfits for their spread in Women's Inc. Magazine. What a fun day and what wonderful outfits to fit any style!

Princess for a day on KARK

This morning came very early when I met my three princesses at 4:30 a.m. Elsa, Sleeping Beauty, and Snow White all joined me on March 11 to promote my Princess for a Day event on Channel 4.

I was able to share what young princesses could expect for the day and how to sign up. This fundraiser was to benefit Operation Smile and Children's Miracle Network.

Thank you to everyone at KARK for this wonderful opportunity.

Here is the link to the interview:
http://m.arkansasmatters.com/display/15641/story/14995b272784fe24b2bf448d7005acb3

 After the interview, we stopped at the capital for a few pics! Thank you to my sweet dance students for playing the Disney Princesses.

Miss Norphlet Pageant

March 8 was the Miss Norphlet Pageant. Cindee Mason did a fabulous job of organizing this pageant and had a wonderful turnout. I was so grateful for the opportunity to entertain at both the afternoon and evening pageant and emcee the evening pageant.

The contestants were all so poised and well spoken. Congratulations to all of the winners. I know they will do an outstanding job representing the Norphlet area.

 I loved having my sweet dance student, Patricia Lambe, with me to entertain.

Giving ANNE WATSON ELEMENTARY Hope Through A Smile

I know I always enjoyed guest speakers during my elementary days and these children were an absolute joy to share my platform with. March 7, I visited with the children at Anne Watson Elementary. Not only were they great listeners, but they had great questions as well.

They loved the sugar activity and even more so loved seeing how important it is to floss with the peanut butter activity.

CMN National Pancake Day at IHOP

Each year I enjoy being a part of National Pancake Day at IHOP. This year I had the privilege of participating at the Conway IHOP for the breakfast shift. I greeted customers at the door and shared with them information about Arkansas Children's Hospital and Children's Miracle Network, while encouraging them to donate. Almost every customer who walked through the door donated to CMN. I was able to visit with customers and even deliver some pancakes. I was so excited to see Tiffany, the ACH representative, walk through the door and enjoyed visiting with her about the event. I even got to see my precious dance student Ava. 

Thank you to everyone who came out to IHOP and especially to my friends and family for supporting Children's Miracle Network.