Mrs. America Pageant

From left to Right: Marcie Aceto, Mrs. Illinois America Executive Director, Anji Meidel, Mrs. Illinois America 2009, Joe Aceto, Mrs. Illinois America, Executive Director and last but not least Dee Lane (me) LOL.

The Mrs. America pageant had another great year. Congrats to their new winner, Mrs. Missouri, Andrea Robertson now Mrs. America.

Our Illinois girl gave it her best shot and was happy with the outcome. She and I both believe that God puts us where he needs and wants us and although sometimes the end result is not what we hoped for, God truly does know what's best for us. Congratulations, Anji, on a job well done.At least there were not a bunch of critters, other than 2 scorpions, that found their way into the Grand Ballroom and of all places, right with the state Directors. Gotta love Tucson during monsoon season. Many beautiful women and gowns this year.

For those of you who know me, you'll understand that this little trip away was just what the doctor ordered. I have been assisting a dear friend of my husband's and I, who is in stage 4 with colon cancer and it has taken up quite a bit of my time for which I do not mind. I wish everyone could know this person. He has such an amazing outlook on life and I am in such awe as to the things he has taught me at my age. It also puts life into perspective on what is really important and what is not. I also believe that we are put on this earth to serve others, it is not about ourselves but rather what we can do to help those in need when we are able. I still continue to try to live by this belief each and every day of my life and I thank God for showing me the ways that he can use me.