My New Headshot!

Thank You! To Viso Bello Day spa of Middlebury for doing my make-up! http://www.visobello.com/ and to my favorite photographer, Ed Ruchman of Middletown, for putting up with me! http://www.emrphoto.com/

Valentine's day Visit at Abbott Terrace

This afternoon I had the opportunity to personally visit over 200 wonderful residents of Abbott Terrace nursing home. All residents recieved carnations and many of the women tried on my crown. I spoke to one woman who was in tears after seeing the crown and we all wondered why. She explained to us that she was a former contestant in our state in the 1940's and that it brought back such wonderful memories for her. The smiles from that day will be forever in my heart!

What a Great Valentine's Day!

I Started my morning off bright and early as a special guest at the "Money follows the Person", Legislative event. This Federally funded bill will help people choose wether they want to have home health care or to reside in a nursing home. Currently, the cost of a nursing facility is double the price of a person being treated in the comfort of thier own home. Connecticut has been one of the first states to enact and implement this bill.
Pictured from Left to Right:
Joe Stango, who spearheaded the bill, State Represenative Jeff Berger, Me, State Represenative Kevin Del Gobbo,& State Representative Anthony D'Amelio

Over 300 people attended the event including Donna Palomba founder of "Jane Doe No More" and radio personality Barbara Davitt. All guests were treated to Valentine day roses and had the opportunity to hear in detail about this very important piece of legislation.





With State Representative Selim Noujaim and Mairead Phillips Office of Long Term Care

Miss CT and I at the Palace Theater Marquee Moments Fundraiser!

I had a great time meeting Miss Connecticut 2007 Dana Daunis! She is great representative for ALL young women in our state ! Her talent for Miss America is singing and WOW what a voice. She appeared in the theaters Poli Club room and belted out some fabulous songs!
We will be cheering her on in January at Nationals!!!
Go Dana!!!

Oscar winning director Ken Burns and I

The Mattatuck museum luncheon raised over $20,000 in just 2 hours! Mr Burns was in town promoting his newest documentary "The War" which highlights the city of Waterbury. I was proud to be chairing this event and raising so much money for such a great cause!!

My first Appearance with best selling author Alexandra Stoddard

St. Marys Hospital enlightenment series luncheon with Kick off speaker Alexandra Stoddard. What a great day!! I am the chairwomen of the entire series which helps promote happy healthier women!