December 2012

      Sorry I've not posted in a while. I've been having some technical difficulties, so I'm going to back track a little.

  December has been jam-packed with many fun activities. I held a Jacy's JEWELS meeting with my Jewels and Gems.  We learned about shining bright like diamonds in the sky and the story of Rudolph and how he was bullied but became famous because he was different. I also asked my Jewels and Gems and a local National Honor Society to help me donate Toys for Tots in which we raised $640 worth of toys. I helped sort cans for our local food drive and had a blast with my friend helping me. I was able to attend Carrollton on the Square where I met the wonderful people of Carrollton, signed autographs, and slid down the snow slide; it was amazing! Upon doing that, I was invited back to Carrollton for the Christmas Tree Lighting. I met the sweet Mayor Matthew Marchant and his family, rode in a horse-drawn carriage with a beautiful white horse whose hoofs were painted with green and red sparkles, and sang Christmas carols with a live band. I had the great privilege of meeting some amazing people at the Down Syndrome Partnership of Tarrant County Christmas party. The children and adults with Down Syndrome have some awesome dance moves; one guy was even teaching me how to dance. It was magnificent.  My best friend, Mallory Fuller who is the current Miss Fort Worth's Outstanding Teen, gave up her Miss White Settlement's Outstanding Teen title and invited me to the pageant because she put me in her farewell speech.  Later that night, I went to the Miss Texas Talent Show Fundraiser in support of our wonderful Miss Texas, DaNae Couch. Since we had Winter Meeting the next day, I had a super fun slumber party with Miss Carrollton, Brittney Bennett. After the great Winter Meeting, DaNae had her Wardrobe Showing where we had a sneak peek of her Miss America Wardrobe, which was stunning and glamorous. I was granted the opportunity to share my school program with Seagraves Elementary School and Seagraves Junior High School. I had so much fun meeting the boys and girls, taking pictures with them, and giving them hugs. Last, but certainly not least, the Denver City Press sponsored a book reading for me in my home town. Thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Landry, the DC Press, and the community of Denver City for your love and support! <3 Jacy MCOT 2013