What words can I find to fully encompass all the blessings that have come to me this weekend. I sit here rendered speechless by the outpour of congratulatory messages, and could not be more humbled. I cannot wait to begin my year of service to Staten Island and I hope I can make you all very proud.
This year, I hope to be a voice for women battling cancer such as my mother, as well as raising money and awareness for the Children's Miracle Network through the prestigious Miss America Organization. I have already begun work with the TEAL Organization and look forward to this organizations many events and fundraisers, aiding ovarian cancer research.
That being said, I wanted to tell you all a little about my journey to becoming Miss Staten Island 2013, here it goes:
For those of you who don't know, my platform "Strength In Knowledge: Women Fighting Cancer Together" centers around women living with cancer and celebrating their strength, femininity, and grace. My mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at twenty-two, just a few weeks after finding out she was pregnant with me. After two doctors told her to terminate the pregnancy and begin chemotherapy right away, she consulted the late Dr. Weinstein who took her hand in his and said "Ivette, you will live a long happy life, watching that baby grow up." Well, to say God is good is an understatement because twenty-three years later my mother and I are still here and I've been afforded the opportunity to represent her and women like her though the platform of the Miss America Organization.
THANK YOUS
First and foremost Mom and Dad, thank you for your unwavering support of my dreams, we have a big year ahead and it means the world to know you'll be there every step of the way.
The Folger women, you are both heaven sent. I loved being able to share this win with you and continue my journey with you two in my corner. WE DID IT!!
Christina Moore, thank you for keeping my nerves in check and making sure my backstage life ran as smoothly as possible, its an honor to have you as a friend.
LuLu Belle's Boutique THANK YOU for making me feel like a queen from the moment I put on my gown. My stunning red Tony Bowls was the FIRST gown these ladies picked for me to try on and it was magic. I couldn't be more grateful for your help and support along the way.
Katie Boyd!! When you said you'd kick my butt into shape boy you weren't kidding. You are not only extremely talented at making women look and feel their best, but your continuous motivation and faith allowed me to FINALLY be excited to get on stage for swim suit. I cannot stress how much that has mean to me, thank you.
Kandice Pelletier my Miss New York sister queen and swimsuit designer. Thank you for making me the perfect bathing suit to compete in. You are one of the best role models a girl could ask for!
Thank you Miss Staten Island Organization for providing me with a $3,000 scholarship for school so I can continue my schooling in dental hygiene.
Friends, family, and my beloved Staten Island. Your gracious welcoming of me into this prestigious position has been filled with more love than I ever thought my heart could hold. From the very bottom of my heart, THANK YOU for this honor.
Amanda Lee Alicea
Miss Staten Island 2013
Opening Number!
Lifestyle and Fittness
Being escorted by my beautiful Star Princesses
The talented and stunning Christina Moore!
Proud and supportive parents during our first official interview :)
Miss Staten Island and Miss Richmond County class of 2013!
What words can I find to fully encompass all the blessings that have come to me this weekend. I sit here rendered speechless by the outpour of congratulatory messages, and could not be more humbled. I cannot wait to begin my year of service to Staten Island and I hope I can make you all very proud.
This year, I hope to be a voice for women battling cancer such as my mother, as well as raising money and awareness for the Children's Miracle Network through the prestigious Miss America Organization. I have already begun work with the TEAL Organization and look forward to this organizations many events and fundraisers, aiding ovarian cancer research.
That being said, I wanted to tell you all a little about my journey to becoming Miss Staten Island 2013, here it goes:
For those of you who don't know, my platform "Strength In Knowledge: Women Fighting Cancer Together" centers around women living with cancer and celebrating their strength, femininity, and grace. My mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at twenty-two, just a few weeks after finding out she was pregnant with me. After two doctors told her to terminate the pregnancy and begin chemotherapy right away, she consulted the late Dr. Weinstein who took her hand in his and said "Ivette, you will live a long happy life, watching that baby grow up." Well, to say God is good is an understatement because twenty-three years later my mother and I are still here and I've been afforded the opportunity to represent her and women like her though the platform of the Miss America Organization.
THANK YOUS
First and foremost Mom and Dad, thank you for your unwavering support of my dreams, we have a big year ahead and it means the world to know you'll be there every step of the way.
The Folger women, you are both heaven sent. I loved being able to share this win with you and continue my journey with you two in my corner. WE DID IT!!
Christina Moore, thank you for keeping my nerves in check and making sure my backstage life ran as smoothly as possible, its an honor to have you as a friend.
LuLu Belle's Boutique THANK YOU for making me feel like a queen from the moment I put on my gown. My stunning red Tony Bowls was the FIRST gown these ladies picked for me to try on and it was magic. I couldn't be more grateful for your help and support along the way.
Katie Boyd!! When you said you'd kick my butt into shape boy you weren't kidding. You are not only extremely talented at making women look and feel their best, but your continuous motivation and faith allowed me to FINALLY be excited to get on stage for swim suit. I cannot stress how much that has mean to me, thank you.
Kandice Pelletier my Miss New York sister queen and swimsuit designer. Thank you for making me the perfect bathing suit to compete in. You are one of the best role models a girl could ask for!
Thank you Miss Staten Island Organization for providing me with a $3,000 scholarship for school so I can continue my schooling in dental hygiene.
Friends, family, and my beloved Staten Island. Your gracious welcoming of me into this prestigious position has been filled with more love than I ever thought my heart could hold. From the very bottom of my heart, THANK YOU for this honor.
Amanda Lee Alicea
Miss Staten Island 2013
Opening Number!
Lifestyle and Fittness
Being escorted by my beautiful Star Princesses
The talented and stunning Christina Moore!
Proud and supportive parents during our first official interview :)
Miss Staten Island and Miss Richmond County class of 2013!
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