Announcement and Pictures!

Just in case you cannot read this! The Peddler of Spartanburg will be hosting me for a Mother/ Daughter Dinner Buffet! The price is 25.00 a person and I will speak about the importance of the Mother/Daughter relationship, my personal stories, goal setting, and have a heart to heart with everyone so that they are able to ask me any questions they like! Pictures will be taken and great food will be served! It is Sunday, September 26th and there is a 5:00 and 7:30 p.m. time slot to pick from! Call 864-583-5874 to make your reservation! Proceeds will go to CMN!

Here are some more fun pictures.....

"Ain't Nobody Gonna Hold Me Down"

Hello everyone! It has been since I was Miss Pendleton that I wrote a blog... Well now it is time to fill everyone in on what I have been up to! Well, I WON! I now have the full time job of serving South Carolina and preparing for Miss America! I said in my last blog that I just know this is my year, and I was right! I worked so hard to get this job and am so proud to represent and serve South Carolina!


The year started off with a lot of Media coverage whether it be on the news, newspapers, or all over the internet! Every media outlet was utilized to promote me as the new Miss South Carolina! But this is not all! I have been getting very busy working accross our state and meeting my 52 other Miss America sisters in Orlando! We are the class of 2011 and are so proud to serve our states!

While it was very important to meet the contestants, I have also been busy participating in Golf Tournaments for varoius charities, I have had the honor to work with Palmetto Pride promoting a clean South Carolina and teaching children about litter! I have traveled to Indianland Middle School, Blythewood Middle school to speak about college prep, as well as Pageland for our very first preliminary for Miss South Carolina! Some other exciting events were modeling flowers for a floral show, attending the Big League World Series, visiting Greenville CMN hospital, delivering toys to Shriners, and attending Princess Birthday Parties! I have been able to empower student councils about being leaders, encouraging children to expand their education through college, and promote CMN every where I go! In between all of these events I have been preparing for Miss America, having photo shoots, and making an impact on children and adults every where I go as Miss South Carolina, but also just as Desiree Puglia.

"Baby I'm Amazed By You"

Hello everyone! Ok so when I said I was going to blog everyday I really meant every couple of days! But that is okay at least I keep you up to date on what is happening and preparations!

So this week was great. I have been working out like crazy of course and it is paying off! Walking alot, eating healthy (even though I always do so that's nothing new) and doing pilates!

I have an official orientation with Greenville's CMN hospital, which I am totally siked about. I cannot wait to be allowed to visit those children whenever I wish. They really teach how to appreciate life and never take anything for granted. Also since I want to become certified as a Child Life Specialist I will speak to those holding the orientation about interning soon!

On Saturday I was the emcee at Katie's School of Dance, dance recital and I was also able to perform! This was alot of fun and it is always great to be able to perform your talent because it is extra practice for Miss South Carolina!


I CANNOT wait for the week of Miss South Carolina to get here. I am so ready and very inpatient for it to get here! Tickets are on sale so work on getting some!!!!!



XoXo
Desiree

.::. There Can Be Miracles When You Believe.::.

"Ain't No Mountain High Ain't No Valley Low..."

Good Morning Everyone!

All weekend I was in Columbia with Dan. He is living in Florida this summer so I will not see him again until maybe Miss South Carolina. But, we are strong and can handle it.

Preparing for Miss South Carolina is not just a few thing. This is something that I dedicate my life to. Walking my legs off lol, watching the news and staying up to date with everything that is going on in the world, and making sure I can articulate the thoughts I want to present to the judges come interview time takes everyday to prepare! Being involved in the community is also part of the preparation of Miss South Carolina. I am making sure I am rested and both physically and mentally prepared to take on this challenge.

We found out placement for Miss South Carolina and I am number 41 out of 42 contestants. I think is the perfect spot! I am so excited and cannot wait for the week to come!


I am sick... which totally puts a damper in some things right now. I hope it goes away quickly!

.::. There Can Be Miracles When You Believe.::.

"I See My Name In Shining Lights"

Well everybody I left my job today. They could not give me a part-time position, so I had to leave. This next seven weeks is going to be the best preparation for Miss South Carolina. I am so excited and cannot wait until I am there!

This week I am helping the organization Let There Be Mom with creating memories for those children who are losing their mother or father. This organization was founded by Kipra Anderson. She donates her time to making the time these parents have left on earth the absolute best it can be with their children. I admire Kipra alot to donate her time to run Let There Be Mom.

Also on Friday I will be going to Anderson Mall to see if my bone marrow matches a young girl named Alex who suffers from Leukemia. She needs a transplant and is having trouble finding a donor. EVERYONE PLEASE COME OUT AND GET TESTES FRIDAY MAY 15TH AT THE ANDERSON MALL IN FRONT OF HALLMARK BETWEEN 10am-6pm!!!! HELP SAVE A LIFE. Everyone keeps asking what I will do if I am a perfect match, and I answer by saying I will donate than! This is not the easiest process, but I would do anything to help save a 14 year old girl.


Today I also completed many online courses for Greenville Children's Hospital so that I am able to get in the hospital as often as I would like!



I am making more plans and working working working ! Every little thing is so important right now to prepare for Miss South Carolina. I know that I am Miss South Carolina I just need to prove it to 5 people!


Goodnight everyone. I love you.
xoxo
Desiree

.::. There Can Be Miracles When You Believe.::.

"I'm on Top of the World Looking Down on Creation"

Hello all! Oh how I have missed you! It has been a couple days since I posted because I was at what we call, May Forum! This is where all of the Miss South Carolina Contestants showcase their swimsuit and talent! I have a blast as always. I love seeing all of the Miss South Carolina contestants we have nothing but laughs and good times!

I love my support system that was there this weekend. Without you guys I don't know what I would do!

Ok so there is only seven weeks until the competition! I am so excited! It is now crunch time and the pressure is on. I had to make a tough decision today. I informed my work that if I was unable to take a part time position I would have to resign. I know that you all are thinking I am crazy, but I do not see myself as anything but Miss South Carolina right now. That is the exact attitude you must have when going into this. There is no other job I would rather have. I know what I need to work on so please pray for me along the way.

I will be posting everyday for now on, I love you supporters! God Bless

xoxo

Desiree

.::. There Can Be Miracles When You Believe.::.

"There is Nothing Better In Life Than to Love and Be Loved"

Hey friendsss! I am so sorry it has been about two days. Today I am feeling real lovey, so when you're out and about today make sure you tell your loved ones that you love them!

OK! What have I been up to.... well like I said I was in New Jersey and practiced my dance for what is about to come this weekend... MAY FORUM! This is when all of the contestants for Miss South Carolina perform their talents and model swimsuit to be approved and so that the line-up can be determined for the pageant! This is such a FUN weekend. I love seeing all the girls while we get to show everybody what talents we have to offer this great state of South Carolina.

On Tuesday I was able to go see Deb again. I love her dearly. She is by far the best speech coach I have every spoken to. She does not change you, but helps you bring out who you are!

Today I have work all day, then tons of stuff to get ready for Forum! I wish it was Friday. This has been such a long week.

I have been in the process of finishing up an online class at Ashford this week and classes for Greenville Memorial Hopsital!

I will write tomorrow, but I am pushing time to get ready for work.



Have a safe and beautiful day. God Bless!

xoxo
Desiree

.::.There Can Be Miracles When You Believe.::.