I just got back from the magical wedding of Jaclyn & Jarod Dicks, in Savannah! How did I have the honor of being a part of such an amazing weekend? Well Im glad you asked ;)
I met Jaclyn Raulerson almost 7 years ago. My cousin introduced us by saying "You both are such sweet people, I know you guys will love each other!" from that moment, I knew I was gaining a life long friend! A few years down the road we ended up competing against each other for the title of Miss Florida! In 2010 She won the title, and was off to Miss America!
One night, I remember her telling me about this guy from her hometown that she just reconnected with… I remember her saying "He's amazing, Chloe. He seriously could be the one!"
The next thing I know, I am being invited to be a bridesmaid at their wedding!
I absolutely love the Raulerson, and Dicks families. They are phenomenal people, I could not be more honored and more excited to be a part of their big day!
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| Kristin Glakas Ingram, Jaclyn Raulerson Dicks (The Lovely Bride), Jennifer Mckenna, and myself! At the rehearsal! |
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| The Beautiful Bridesmaids! |
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| The most beautiful bride ever! |
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| With Melaina Shipwash Bjorklund! Such a beautiful lady, inside and out! |
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| Brittany Decker! I can't begin to explain my love for this girl! |
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| The Stunning Bride! |
The wedding was so beautiful! I do have to make a side note though… At the top of this post, I explained that Jackie went to Miss America in 2010! Almost all of her bridesmaids were Miss America Sisters! That is exactly why they are all amazing women, and did I mention stunning?!
I followed Jackies year as Miss Florida, but I also followed these women the entire year they represented their states. I look up to each of them. I pray that one day I will have the opportunity to influence my community and state the same way they have!
I jokingly told Jackie that I might "fan girl" when I meet all of her amazing bridesmaids… Well, I kept it together… But I most certainly wanted to just sit, listen, and take in every word that they said!
Even though I was not a part of their Miss America Class, they welcomed me into their group without question!
Who are they?:
(Reference the pic below, from Left to right:)
Katie Dowden, a stunning sorority sister of Jackies! She is currently conquering the world, and being the life of the party!
Myself…. You know who I am ;)
Jennifer McKenna, My mentor. She is a former Miss Virginia America, and Miss Virginia USA. She is expecting her 4th child, but 1st little boy of the McKenna Clan! She is also Part owner of McKennaWalsh!
Melaina Shipwash Bjorklund, Miss Colorado 2010! She currently is a Zumba Fitness Instructor, and works with Penrose-St. Francis Health Services in CO!
Ashley Melnick Yarborough, Miss Texas 2010! She is currently the community Relations coordinator at Raven + Lily (also my newest obsession!)
Brittany Decker, Miss Connecticut 2010! She is currently a reporter at ABC40 in CT!
Kayla Martell, Miss Delaware 2010! She is currently a spokesperson for Gemtress.
Lindsay Staniszewski, Miss Maryland 2010! She currently is working for Under Armour.
Also! (How could I forget!) An extra special Thank you to Chris Martin for making all of us look BEAUTIFUL! People, Seriously… The hair styling was amazing! If you don't believe it, take a look!
Now do you understand why I was starstruck? ;) On a serious note, without having to open their mouths, these women speak volumes to what the Miss America Organization is all about!
Meeting these ladies, and getting to know them, makes me even more proud to be a part of such an amazing organization!
I am inspired, and motivated. Ready to take on the Job of Miss Florida, and hopefully Miss America!
I leave 17 days! Send all those positive vibes, and prayers my way!
In honor of a beautiful soul, Maya Angelou, who passed away today:
Till Next Time,
XO
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