Heyyy!
If anyone attended the Miss Maryland pageant last year, you will remember the Lady Gaga song 'Fashion' that accompanied our opening number dance. Great memories!
What a fabulous week, I'm really enjoying this warmer weather. Finally had an opportunity to drive with the top down on my Chrysler Sebring convertible (Michael Scott's car of choice!). Monday night, I had the pleasure to meet Miss Florida 2009, Rachael Todd. She was in town visiting Brooke, Miss MD '09, and we enjoyed an evening in Canton. I LOVED Rachael, so funny and smart! I remember loving her talent at Miss America (Irish step dancing to Riverdance) and her beautiful red hair is fabulous. I truly appreciate her platform work with raising awareness of homelessness in the state of Florida.
Throughout the week, I have been busy selling advertisements for the Miss MD program book. You still have time to place an ad, email if you are interested! harkinsharp@hotmail.com
On Friday night, I enjoyed attending Victory and Faith Mohammed's fundraiser for the Children's Miracle Network. My friends and I played mini-golf and a part of the proceeds directly benefit CMN. Great job, ladies!
Saturday was an early morning, but a lot of fun! I was asked to model for the 'Fashion Hound' runway show at the Mount Washington Mill. I wore styles from Holly G Boutique that were so cute!!!! The show was outdoors and very unusual because we were actually walking dogs down the runway! Local pet owners came to the show with their canine friends all decked out in polo sweaters and other accessories. The modeling was a bit difficult because of the dogs' lack of cooperation, but it was so fun! Proceeds from the event benefited a local animal rescue shelter. Check out the boutique at http://www.hollyg.com/index.html and please support this wonderful local business. Pictures from the show should be on the website soon.
Sunday afternoon, I had a chance to stop by the Avenue in White Marsh where Brooke Poklemba was the Mistress of Ceremonies for Family Fun Day. She sang on stage and had a great day with the guests. Great job, Brooke!
Pictures are online from the fashion show! Go to http://www.photoreflect.com/pr3/store.aspx?p=39404 and click on Mount de Sales Academy. The password is mds and you can view all of the fabulous photos!!!
As of now, I still need you to support my Ad Campaign! Donations as little as $25 will greatly help me achieve my goals. Contact me if you are interested!
Thanks and God bless
Love,
Rach
Monday, May 24, 2010
Sunday, May 16, 2010
I need your help!
Hello!
I am happy to report that over 350 people attended the Project Redesign Fashion Show and we raised over $1,000 for the Children's Miracle Network. What a fabulous success!
This past week, I had a bit of a break from pageant training. I traveled to Paramus, New Jersey to conduct an accreditation observation of Paramus Catholic High School for the Middle States Association of Accreditation! A team of four other educators and I spent the week observing teachers and meeting with administrators, counselors, coaches, secretaries and pretty much everyone that makes a school run. I'm pleased to say that they passed the test and I truly learned a lot from this experience. I will be bringing back lots of ideas to the Mount de Sales community.
Then, I drove straight from New Jersey to Ocean City, MD! I had a wonderfully relaxing weekend at the beach, some sun and fun!
Now I need your help! The deadline is swiftly arriving for selling advertisements for the Miss Maryland program booklet. Buying an ad in the program booklet will not only advertise your business, but also give me more exposure to the judges. Even if you are not a business owner, you can buy an ad wishing me good luck in the competition! All ads would be in black and white and include a photo of me with whatever text you desire. I can help with the design! Ad sales run from $25 - $300 depending on the size and every little bit helps!! Please e-mail me if you are interested in supporting me in this way!
Thanks friends!
Rachel
harkinsharp@hotmail.com
I am happy to report that over 350 people attended the Project Redesign Fashion Show and we raised over $1,000 for the Children's Miracle Network. What a fabulous success!
This past week, I had a bit of a break from pageant training. I traveled to Paramus, New Jersey to conduct an accreditation observation of Paramus Catholic High School for the Middle States Association of Accreditation! A team of four other educators and I spent the week observing teachers and meeting with administrators, counselors, coaches, secretaries and pretty much everyone that makes a school run. I'm pleased to say that they passed the test and I truly learned a lot from this experience. I will be bringing back lots of ideas to the Mount de Sales community.
Then, I drove straight from New Jersey to Ocean City, MD! I had a wonderfully relaxing weekend at the beach, some sun and fun!
Now I need your help! The deadline is swiftly arriving for selling advertisements for the Miss Maryland program booklet. Buying an ad in the program booklet will not only advertise your business, but also give me more exposure to the judges. Even if you are not a business owner, you can buy an ad wishing me good luck in the competition! All ads would be in black and white and include a photo of me with whatever text you desire. I can help with the design! Ad sales run from $25 - $300 depending on the size and every little bit helps!! Please e-mail me if you are interested in supporting me in this way!
Thanks friends!
Rachel
harkinsharp@hotmail.com
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Calling all Fashionistas!!!
Hello beautiful people!
I just have to say that Saturday night was so exhilarating! I have to talk about the fashion show first because it is still making me smile :) The Project Redesign Fashion show was a huge success thanks to all of our fans, models, princesses, parents, sponsors, etc. I can't tell you how many people we have to thank. But most importantly, the 36 teenage models who graced the runway were FABULOUS! Everyone had the jitters backstage before the show and after we said a prayer, I donned my 'Preakness' gold and black wide-brimmed hat and the girls went wild!!!! We all loosened up and there were no more fears. I said 'Let's do this girls!' and we completely blew away the audience. All the way from the 1940's to today, we saw jumpsuits, leg warmers, pearls, scrunchies and so much more! The highlight had to have been the princess scene when we invited 30 little girls up on the stage to walk the runway with our models. While the teens modeled gowns from the Red Carpet Pageant and Prom store, the princesses strutted their stuff wearing tiaras and dainty gloves given to them by the fashionistas. What a sight! The girls were SO CUTE!!!! I can't describe to you how many 'OOOOOs' and 'AHHHHs' we heard that night. And to top it off, Brooke Poklemba, Miss Maryland 2009 sang an awesome Carrie Underwood song during the scene and rocked the house. Even Brooke's outfit was vintage! Check out all of the pictures on my website www.projectredesign.net or catch some on Facebook.
Once we count all the numbers, I will be happy to report to you how much money we raised for the Children's Miracle Network. Having filled all of the seats and spilling over into the bleachers, I must say we reached our goal!
It is just incredible to me to realize how many girls have been impacted through the Miss Maryland Organization and my work with Project Redesign. All of the models, princesses, and every girl in the audience that night, heard the real and powerful message that beauty comes from the heart. Beauty is God-given to EVERY woman and we must accept that gift and cherish it! I told some of my friends after the show that all of the hard work, the blood, sweat, and tears, and just everything is all worth it when you see those girls faces on the runway. They were shining with joy!!! They 'get it'! When you think of all of the negative images and pressures teens face today, it is such a relief and a privilege to share with these girls an innocent and pure truth. I am so grateful to God for making last night absolutely perfect.
In addition to the best night of the year (hehe), I was busy with many other things in preparation for Miss Maryland this past week. I finished my orientation at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center to begin my volunteer work there. I can't wait to meet the children and tell them about the fashion show! I also had the chance to do a radio interview with Tracey Tiernan from 95.1 Shine FM station. She was our lovely Mistress of Ceremonies for the fashion show and we enjoyed a great chat on the air about Project Redesign. And then today I was honored to play the harp for the Mother's Day Brunch at the Intercontinental HarborCourt Hotel in downtown Baltimore. I have played there many times and it is literally my favorite hotel next to the Hotel Del on Coronado Island in San Diego (ever seen the movie 'Some Like it Hot'?). Just imagine a gorgeous wooden winding staircase that overlooks the Inner Harbor. Amazing!
Lastly if you missed the fashion show, you can buy a DVD within the next few weeks. I will post info about it soon! Thanks and good night :)
Love,
Rach
I just have to say that Saturday night was so exhilarating! I have to talk about the fashion show first because it is still making me smile :) The Project Redesign Fashion show was a huge success thanks to all of our fans, models, princesses, parents, sponsors, etc. I can't tell you how many people we have to thank. But most importantly, the 36 teenage models who graced the runway were FABULOUS! Everyone had the jitters backstage before the show and after we said a prayer, I donned my 'Preakness' gold and black wide-brimmed hat and the girls went wild!!!! We all loosened up and there were no more fears. I said 'Let's do this girls!' and we completely blew away the audience. All the way from the 1940's to today, we saw jumpsuits, leg warmers, pearls, scrunchies and so much more! The highlight had to have been the princess scene when we invited 30 little girls up on the stage to walk the runway with our models. While the teens modeled gowns from the Red Carpet Pageant and Prom store, the princesses strutted their stuff wearing tiaras and dainty gloves given to them by the fashionistas. What a sight! The girls were SO CUTE!!!! I can't describe to you how many 'OOOOOs' and 'AHHHHs' we heard that night. And to top it off, Brooke Poklemba, Miss Maryland 2009 sang an awesome Carrie Underwood song during the scene and rocked the house. Even Brooke's outfit was vintage! Check out all of the pictures on my website www.projectredesign.net or catch some on Facebook.
Once we count all the numbers, I will be happy to report to you how much money we raised for the Children's Miracle Network. Having filled all of the seats and spilling over into the bleachers, I must say we reached our goal!
It is just incredible to me to realize how many girls have been impacted through the Miss Maryland Organization and my work with Project Redesign. All of the models, princesses, and every girl in the audience that night, heard the real and powerful message that beauty comes from the heart. Beauty is God-given to EVERY woman and we must accept that gift and cherish it! I told some of my friends after the show that all of the hard work, the blood, sweat, and tears, and just everything is all worth it when you see those girls faces on the runway. They were shining with joy!!! They 'get it'! When you think of all of the negative images and pressures teens face today, it is such a relief and a privilege to share with these girls an innocent and pure truth. I am so grateful to God for making last night absolutely perfect.
In addition to the best night of the year (hehe), I was busy with many other things in preparation for Miss Maryland this past week. I finished my orientation at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center to begin my volunteer work there. I can't wait to meet the children and tell them about the fashion show! I also had the chance to do a radio interview with Tracey Tiernan from 95.1 Shine FM station. She was our lovely Mistress of Ceremonies for the fashion show and we enjoyed a great chat on the air about Project Redesign. And then today I was honored to play the harp for the Mother's Day Brunch at the Intercontinental HarborCourt Hotel in downtown Baltimore. I have played there many times and it is literally my favorite hotel next to the Hotel Del on Coronado Island in San Diego (ever seen the movie 'Some Like it Hot'?). Just imagine a gorgeous wooden winding staircase that overlooks the Inner Harbor. Amazing!
Lastly if you missed the fashion show, you can buy a DVD within the next few weeks. I will post info about it soon! Thanks and good night :)
Love,
Rach
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Link to radio interview
Listen to my radio interview!http://www.cumberlandsmagic.com/includes/blog/index.php?action=blog&blog_id=3
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Miss Maryland Orientation
Hey Hey!
We are under the 2 month mark! Miss Maryland is so close! Very busy again this week. With grad classes almost over, I've been spending a lot of time writing papers and preparing for presentations. In the midst of all of this, I had a little visit with the staff at the Johns Hopkins Children's Hospital and met the governor of Maryland, Martin O'Malley. I got a hot tip that he would be appearing at one of my favorite Catonsville restaurants: Chef Paulino's. Chef P is a great sponsor for the Project Redesign Fashion Show and I slipped over there after work. Had a chance to meet the Governor after his speech and talk to him about the Miss Maryland competition. He was very happy to meet me and of course we got a quick picture! Check out facebook tomorrow to see it.
Friday evening, I had so much fun at a Gala fundraiser for the Gabriel Network. I was cordially invited by Andy Harris' wife. Andy Harris is running for a Congressional seat in the November election. Their daughter will be a student at Mount de Sales next year and it was wonderful to spend time with their family. Between all of the swing dancing, I got to meet a few other local politicians and business owners. They offered to pick me up on their way to the 'Get Motivated' conference on Tuesday at the 1st Mariner Arena...Sarah Palin and Michael Phelps will be there! We'll see if I can fit it in my schedule. :)
Of course, Saturday was Miss Maryland Orientation!!!! So much fun!!!! I had a great time meeting all of the contestants for both the Miss and Teen titles. We had lunch at Burger King and I had a blast meeting lots of little kids, maybe future Miss Maryland princesses?!? After lunch, we finished up our orientation with a dress fitting with Red Carpet. Great seeing Trish again from the shop. She will also be lending us some gowns for the Project Redesign Fashion Show on Saturday. Can't wait to go pick them out tomorrow!!
Anyone feel like it was kind of hot today?!? I sure did. I played the harp at a bridal show at Mountain Branch Golf Course in the sweltering heat. PHEW! It certainly was beautiful though and everyone loved my music. Met lots of future brides and business owners. Great day ending with a trunk show in Bethesda. Loved seeing Robin from La Casa Hermosa and talking fashion! My favorite topic :)
Lastly, THE FASHION SHOW IS ON SATURDAY!!!!! PLEASE COME! It's going to be amazing and the girls are so excited. Lots of titleholders will be in attendance and it will truly be a great representation of what the Miss Maryland program is all about. Project Redesign teaches young girls that they are truly beautiful from the inside out and the fashion show gives them a chance to display that new-found confidence. Come cheer for them! There will be lots of vendors, good food, entertainment, and excitement. Dress to impress! E-mail me to reserve tickets in advance for $8. Half of the proceeds go to the Children's Miracle Network.
See you soon!
Rachel
harkinsharp@hotmail.com
We are under the 2 month mark! Miss Maryland is so close! Very busy again this week. With grad classes almost over, I've been spending a lot of time writing papers and preparing for presentations. In the midst of all of this, I had a little visit with the staff at the Johns Hopkins Children's Hospital and met the governor of Maryland, Martin O'Malley. I got a hot tip that he would be appearing at one of my favorite Catonsville restaurants: Chef Paulino's. Chef P is a great sponsor for the Project Redesign Fashion Show and I slipped over there after work. Had a chance to meet the Governor after his speech and talk to him about the Miss Maryland competition. He was very happy to meet me and of course we got a quick picture! Check out facebook tomorrow to see it.
Friday evening, I had so much fun at a Gala fundraiser for the Gabriel Network. I was cordially invited by Andy Harris' wife. Andy Harris is running for a Congressional seat in the November election. Their daughter will be a student at Mount de Sales next year and it was wonderful to spend time with their family. Between all of the swing dancing, I got to meet a few other local politicians and business owners. They offered to pick me up on their way to the 'Get Motivated' conference on Tuesday at the 1st Mariner Arena...Sarah Palin and Michael Phelps will be there! We'll see if I can fit it in my schedule. :)
Of course, Saturday was Miss Maryland Orientation!!!! So much fun!!!! I had a great time meeting all of the contestants for both the Miss and Teen titles. We had lunch at Burger King and I had a blast meeting lots of little kids, maybe future Miss Maryland princesses?!? After lunch, we finished up our orientation with a dress fitting with Red Carpet. Great seeing Trish again from the shop. She will also be lending us some gowns for the Project Redesign Fashion Show on Saturday. Can't wait to go pick them out tomorrow!!
Anyone feel like it was kind of hot today?!? I sure did. I played the harp at a bridal show at Mountain Branch Golf Course in the sweltering heat. PHEW! It certainly was beautiful though and everyone loved my music. Met lots of future brides and business owners. Great day ending with a trunk show in Bethesda. Loved seeing Robin from La Casa Hermosa and talking fashion! My favorite topic :)
Lastly, THE FASHION SHOW IS ON SATURDAY!!!!! PLEASE COME! It's going to be amazing and the girls are so excited. Lots of titleholders will be in attendance and it will truly be a great representation of what the Miss Maryland program is all about. Project Redesign teaches young girls that they are truly beautiful from the inside out and the fashion show gives them a chance to display that new-found confidence. Come cheer for them! There will be lots of vendors, good food, entertainment, and excitement. Dress to impress! E-mail me to reserve tickets in advance for $8. Half of the proceeds go to the Children's Miracle Network.
See you soon!
Rachel
harkinsharp@hotmail.com
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