The Miss America Organization just announced that it will be removing the swimwear portion of its historic competition. As a former competitor in the Miss America Organization, I have many thoughts on this change. Read ahead for a perspective from someone who has gone onstage in that its-bitsy-teeny-weeny bikini.
Read moreHOW TO: Have Confidence
I've done a lot of crazy things. A lot of these things are incredibly nerve-racking. But, because I have built up my confidence, these things became so much less nerve-racking. These are my three tips to building confidence so that you can go out and feel free to be yourself, living your best life.
Read moreThe Women Who Influenced Me
Today is International Women’s Day. In celebration of women everywhere, I wanted to applaud some of the women role models I admire who have influenced the way I live my life everyday.
Read moreWhen Your Stalker Walks In (PART IV)
After surviving a life threatening stalking case, becoming an advocate, and speaking with other women, I have realized that it's time to speak up.
Read moreWhen Your Stalker Walks In (PART III)
After obtaining a restraining order against my stalker, I accidentally ran into him not once, but TWICE.
Read moreWhen Your Stalker Walks In (PART II)
Stalked at the age of 18, I had to start the daunting, long process of obtaining a restraining order.
Read moreWhen Your Stalker Walks In (PART I)
It happened. Again. I found myself staring into the face of the man who turned my life upside down. The man who just six years ago threatened to kill me.
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