Miss Teen USA

I can't believe how quickly my journey to the national stage went by. I can't believe I competed for Miss Teen USA representing my incredible state exactly one week ago. And I can't believe that it's all over with after preparing for it every day for the past 8 months. 

Part of me is sad that my shot at becoming Miss Teen USA has already passed me by. After months of preparing, my few minutes of fame on stage quickly determined the next step in my life. And as much as I wanted that step to be moving to New York City as that one girl who won the crown, I couldn't be any happier with God's plan for me. 

My experience at Miss Teen USA is truly one I will cherish forever. Not only did I meet and befriend 50 beautiful and sweet girls from across the country, but I was chosen as a top 15 finalist amongst them. I earned Massachusetts a spot in the semi-finals for the first time in 6 years. Hearing my state's name called last in the top 15 announcement couldn't have given me a greater feeling of excitement and accomplishment. But hearing my friends and family roar every time I stepped onto the stage was an undescribable feeling.

So I didn't take the crown home, but I took home so much more. This entire experience has instilled me with confidence, poise, and gratitude. I gave it my everything and left it all on the stage. I have absolutely no regrets. I competed to the best of my ability and truthfully had so much fun doing it. 

I want to thank EVERYONE from the bottom of my heart for supporting me along this crazy journey. 

Thank you Katie Boyd for my rocking swimsuit body! (Pageant planet voted me as having the #1 body out of all 51 contestants!) I couldn't have done it without you!!

Thank you The Crowning Touch Inc. for my dream gown for the national stage!

To my family and friends who traveled to the Bahamas to cheer me on... You bring me to tears of pure happiness. I love you all to pieces. I'm so lucky to have loud, crazy loving people like you in my life. 

Team Massachusetts Forever xxo

4 months to go before I give up my title, I'm excited to make them count! 

MISS USA!!

I was lucky enough to travel to Baton Rouge, Lousiana for the Miss USA telecast!!! I've watched it on TV since I was young so this was crazy to be able to experience in person! And I knew some of the girls competing!

Selfie before leaving for the airport! :)

While I was down south, I was able to shoot with Carter Studios! They're amazing!! I CAN'T wait to see the final shots!!!

I also was able to meet up with Derek Z for a quick interview!

Beautiful view of the Mississippi River!

Check out some of my teen sissys!! I'll be competing against these beauties in the Bahamas!

South Carolina, Alabama, Massachusetts :)

Time for the new Miss USA to be announced!! Did you see me dancing on TV!?

I love my Vermont so much!! Can't wait to room with her in the Bahamas!!

My beautiful sissy Caroline!

She's stunning! I'm SO proud of all of her hardwork! I'm so lucky to have her by my side this year.

Best Buddies Hyannis Port Challenge!!

I LOVE the Best Buddies organization so so much!! This appearance involved attending the Hyannis Port Challenge and biking 20 miles for the organization! They treated my sister teen queens and I like celebrities! But more importantly, the smiles we brought to the buddies faces were priceless! I'm so grateful for the many opportunities I've had to work with this incredible organization throughout my reign so far.

I was SO happy to see my girl Sarah from past events I've attended in relation to Best Buddies!

Love her!!

I even got to meet up with Tom Brady to help him give out awards after the kickoff football game before the Hyannis Port Challenge began the next morning!

Anthony, the founder of Best Buddies! He's so great for starting this organization for such deserving people!

Tom Brady's buddy!

All geared up to ride 20 miles! So glad we had time to stop at my favorite beach in the Cape!

10 miles to go!!!!

Almost there!

Mission accomplished! This cutie greeted me with a medal as soon as I hopped off my bike :)

I met some friends along the way! Clay (on the right) fixed my bike!! He's the best!

Do you like what Best Buddies stands for!? Donate to my fund for these wonderful people!! Help me reach my goal by clicking on the link below:

 CLICK HERE!!!

Appearances!!

Neiman Marcus Prom Event!

My sister queens (Miss NH Teen USA and Miss ME Teen USA) and I had an appearance at Neiman Marcus in Copley Square modeling prom dresses! It was so much fun playing dress up and promoting the beautiful gowns the store had to offer! 

Mr. Bedford High!

Judging high school pageants is so much fun!! This was my second, Mr. Marlboro High being my first. It was so great meeting the contestants of Mr. BHS and crowning a very deserving winner! 

More appearances...

Belle of The Ball

On Saturday April 5th, I was off in Boston at a great event known as The Belle of the Ball!! I volunteered as a "personal shopper" for the day which included helping girls find their dream dresses for prom! I loved this event! It was so great to see girls light up after finding everything they needed for the big day! (Wish I had pictures!!)

2014 Varsity Spirit Fashion Show

On Sunday the 6th, I was lucky enough to model some super cute uniforms showcased in the Varsity Cheerleading Catalog- so much fun!!

 

Literacy Day!!

On Monday April 7th, I spent some time at Potter Elementary School in Darmouth, MA! I was lucky enough to be their guest speaker and read to them in honor of their Literacy Celebration!!

 

Is this the greatest welcome sign ever or what!?

 

 

 

BIG NEWS!!!

MISS TEEN USA 2014!

It's official!!! Miss Teen USA 2014 will be held at the Atlantis Paradise Resort in the BAHAMAS on August 1st and 2nd!!! I'm SO excited to be representing the best state ever ;)

Can't wait to announce myself as Massachusetts!!

 

I SAID YES TO THE DRESS!!

That's right! I have my national gown picked out!! I eyed it on the rack in Atlanta at Sherri Hill's showroom but never tried it on. Now that I have I'm so happy to say that it is THE one! HUGE thank you to my amazing sponsor, The Crowning Touch, for all the help! I can't wait for everyone to see it!!!

 

 

 

 

 

MDA Muscle Walk at Gillette!!

On Saturday March 29th, the Clemente Productions girls headed to the Dana Farber field house at Gillette Stadium for the MDA muscle walk!! The organization raised half a million dollars that day!!!! I wouldn't have wanted to spend my Act of Service day (in memory of Rwanda) any other way!

And so it begins!

 

Loved meeting up with Miss RI Teen USA, Gabi!

 

 

 

So nice meeting Rob in person after hearing so much about him! #RobNation

 

 

 

Macarena!

 

With Patriot's player, Stephen Gostkowski!!