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2010 National American Miss North Carolina Staci Alden says farewell.

This year has gone by so fast! It’s hard to believe that just one year ago, I was named the 2010 National American Miss North Carolina.

This year has gone by so fast! It’s hard to believe that just one year ago, I was named the 2010 National American Miss North Carolina. I began competing in pageants when I was 12 years old, and my very first pageant was NAM. I instantly fell in love with the organization and have become a better person because of it. I owe many thanks to National American Miss and all it has done for me. These past 12 months I stayed very busy with my title doing many things. I have volunteered with the American Cancer Society, New Hanover Girl Scouts, B.R.A.Y.S. Love, and a few other charitable organizations. I have been met so many wonderful people whom I will stay friends with forever. Representing North Carolina at the National pageant in California was a blast! Best of all, I have been able to speak out about a topic that is very near and dear to my heart, self esteem and having a healthy body image. It wasn’t until I competed in National American Miss that I began to gain a healthy body image and I wanted to share that message with other young women. Therefore, I chose to give a speech in the Spokesmodel competition at the National pageant about body image and share my story. I am honored to say that I ended up winning the title of National Spokesmodel! As the outgoing North Carolina Miss queen, it is my last year competing in the National American Miss system and I often reflect on everything NAM has taught me. Aside from the obvious skills one gains in National American Miss (interview, public speaking, poise, self esteem, etc.), I have learned more than that. I have learned that a crown does not make you a winner. I have learned how to lose. I have learned that everything happens for a reason. I have learned how to be a leader. I have learned that no matter how distant a dream may seem, it is always within reach. I owe National American Miss everything and I will forever be grateful. To the NAM staff, and especially Matt Leverton, a million thanks for everything! You all are truly the best!! To the 2011 contestants, you are about to have the time of your life! Take in every opportunity to try something new, make friends, and have fun because it goes by too fast! Come pageant weekend, the most important thing is not whether you take home a crown and banner. It is about the intangible that you take home: memories, new skills, friendships, and a newfound self confidence. Good luck to each and every one of you! Smile and have fun! “To love someone is great. To love oneself is even greater.”

Love, Staci Alden
2010 National American Miss North Carolina

2009 National American Miss North Carolina Teen Queen Staci Alden Farewell Letter

2009 National American Miss North Carolina Teen Queen Staci Alden Farewell Letter

Hello 2010 Contestants & Families!

It is hard to believe that a year has gone by already!  Being crowned the 2009 NAMiss North Carolina Teen was thrilling!  After the pageant, I did not take my crown or banner off until maybe midnight…yes, I was ecstatic!  That night was so surreal, and though it is sad to see my reign come to an end, I know that the memories of this past year will stay with me forever.

During my reign, I was able to volunteer with many charity organizations like the Great Dane Rescue of the Carolinas, Bray’s Love, and the American Cancer Society.  I also received the opportunity to appear in several parades, including the Azalea Festival parade in Wilmington.

Making an appearance at the Expressions Dance “Wishes Come True” summer camp for young girls was an amazing experience.  I signed t-shirts and even got to dance with the girls during their final recital! 

I threw out the first pitch at a Charlotte Knights game and I am ashamed to say that the ball did not make it to the catcher…even though I was standing in front of the pitcher’s mound.

The National Pageant in California was easily one of the highlights of my reign.  Representing North Carolina was brilliant!  I met so many girls and made friends to last a lifetime.  Disneyland was a blast!  Riding roller coasters with my sister queens and beating my parents in Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin was all too wonderful.  I will never forget the memories or the friendships from that week.

My year could not have been possible without the support of many people.  A big thanks goes out to all my family and friends for their love and support.  They have always been my number one fans and I am lucky to have them in my life!  To Matt Leverton, you are awesome!  Thanks so much for all your support and for being such a great director!  To the NAM Staff, I am so appreciative of everything you have ever done for me…you rock!  To my sister queens, this year has been wonderful getting to know all of you.  I love you girls!

To all the 2010 North Carolina contestants, I hope you have the weekend of your life!  Nothing is impossible.   I truly believe that any dream is attainable once you set your mind to it.  Like my hero Walt Disney once said, “All dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.”  National American Miss will be one of the best experiences of your life so enjoy every moment!

Sincerely,

Your 2009 National American Miss North Carolina Teen

Staci Alden

2009 National American Miss North Carolina Teen Queen Staci Alden Farewell Letter

Hello 2010 Contestants & Families!

It is hard to believe that a year has gone by already!  Being crowned the 2009 NAMiss North Carolina Teen was thrilling!  After the pageant, I did not take my crown or banner off until maybe midnight…yes, I was ecstatic!  That night was so surreal, and though it is sad to see my reign come to an end, I know that the memories of this past year will stay with me forever.

During my reign, I was able to volunteer with many charity organizations like the Great Dane Rescue of the Carolinas, Bray’s Love, and the American Cancer Society.  I also received the opportunity to appear in several parades, including the Azalea Festival parade in Wilmington.

Making an appearance at the Expressions Dance “Wishes Come True” summer camp for young girls was an amazing experience.  I signed t-shirts and even got to dance with the girls during their final recital! 

I threw out the first pitch at a Charlotte Knights game and I am ashamed to say that the ball did not make it to the catcher…even though I was standing in front of the pitcher’s mound.

The National Pageant in California was easily one of the highlights of my reign.  Representing North Carolina was brilliant!  I met so many girls and made friends to last a lifetime.  Disneyland was a blast!  Riding roller coasters with my sister queens and beating my parents in Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin was all too wonderful.  I will never forget the memories or the friendships from that week.

My year could not have been possible without the support of many people.  A big thanks goes out to all my family and friends for their love and support.  They have always been my number one fans and I am lucky to have them in my life!  To Matt Leverton, you are awesome!  Thanks so much for all your support and for being such a great director!  To the NAM Staff, I am so appreciative of everything you have ever done for me…you rock!  To my sister queens, this year has been wonderful getting to know all of you.  I love you girls!

To all the 2010 North Carolina contestants, I hope you have the weekend of your life!  Nothing is impossible.   I truly believe that any dream is attainable once you set your mind to it.  Like my hero Walt Disney once said, “All dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.”  National American Miss will be one of the best experiences of your life so enjoy every moment!

Sincerely,

Your 2009 National American Miss North Carolina Teen

Staci Alden