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Tuesday, April 18th 2006

4:53 AM

Update

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It has been quite a while since my first journal entry here. So much can happen in a matter of months. Zannah is still doing pageants every now and then. After being out of them for so long, before diving back in head first (last November); it is taking a lot of time to get her polished. The more experienced contestants are outstanding talents, well seasoned, and full of projection. You know that it has taken a lot of dedication and hard work, when you see them perform.
 
Even though we may only do a National every now and then now, we're still in the dreaded 'newbie'  phase. I don't want her to feel pressured to win on any level, although she does talk to me on occasion about what it takes to win "the BIG, BIG crowns" (Supreme titles). I know that in reality, it's going to take a lot of time and work for her to completely become a "total package" contestant. That doesn't stop her from trying though, because she's okay with just putting herself out there, and just doing her best. We're proud of her no matter the outcome. In due time, we know that all of the hard work will pay off for her. Everything has been a learning experience for all of us. A win is a win, no matter the title...and a loss is just a learning experience.
 
We're trying to keep a positive outlook in such a competitive environment. Most of the time we just stay to ourselves and observe, but, we try to be friendly to anyone we meet along the way as well. Zannah has meet many new friends through pageants, and also looks up to those who are role models to her now. As a parent, I'm trying to give her opportunities in life.
 
It is difficult not to lose sight of things, because pageants can become an entire lifestyle. Even though we enjoy participating a great deal, we try to have a life aside from the hobby too. I don't think Zannah is ready for such a commitment, as far as a strict regimen of practice and competition goes. At this pace that she's at now, it is up to her to decide how much time and effort will go into preparation, on her end. When she's in the mood to practice, she does her thing - when she's not, she'll let me know it. Kids will be kids, and sometimes their attention span gets short. When she competes, it goes the same way. When she's "on", she's in the mood to project and give a good performance, and she will. As far as an "off day", she's had her share of just having a bad day. Then there are times were the competition is very tough with seasoned contestants; even with her best performance, it can be very tough to win a title.
 
So we try not to get 'above our raisin' when it comes to predicting an outcome of a pageant. It's going to take a lot of hard work for our little one to be on top of her game. Miracles don't always happen overnight; the contestants that win big work extremely hard to get to that point. With each pageant, she improves with the experience though. But her personality is much more outgoing now, because she has become more confident. Every now and then she does still get shy, but she's really come out of her shell, so to speak, through pageants. And I'm so proud of all of her accomplishments so far, and her efforts to achieve them.
 
Right now we are in the process of remodeling a house we just purchased, as well as Zannah preparing for her next dance recital. For now we have been taking a break from pageants until things slow down. When Zannah is ready to get back into the swing of things again, well be at another pageant again soon.
 
Take care everyone!
 
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Friday, October 21st 2005

7:10 PM

My First Entry

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This is my first blog post in the new web journal. I am Zannah's mom, Zan, and this is where I like to boast and brag about my little one.  Welcome everyone!
 
Zannah has been taking a long break from competing in pageants, she's been busy dancing all year, as well as being a new big sister to triplet siblings. We decided to honor her request to compete in pageants again, to be sure that she receives the applause and attention she needs from us as parents. All is well, she adores playing dress-up and attending her new modeling classes. 
 
It has been overwhelming for her to not be the only child anymore, especially to the arrival of three new babies. The child never left my side for a second through the pregnancy, and saw me go though a lot of pain throughout it. Most of the hospital staff new her by name, and she became a regular in the "big sister class" at the hospital. I will never forget her sweet little puppy dog eyes peeping in the NICU window, seeing me hold the babies for the first time. It broke my heart to think about what she must have felt, hoping that she did not feel less special to us. Zannah will always be my first baby, we are very close to one another, and always will be.
 
Recently I built Zannah a new pageant website, and included this journal for guests to read. It is all still under construction, but it is a good start so far. Zannah was excited to see her new site, and even helped me to pick out the colors. It has been a special time for me to give her my individual attention, that has been the best part of the process. I love to see her smile!
 
So, other than that, we decided to go to AGG Nationals in Gatlinburg this year. It has been extremely hectic trying to get everything together to prepare her for that kind of competition. Our main focus though is just to have fun, not to mention a wonderful (MUCH needed) family vacation. No matter the outcome of the competition, having a good time with friends and family is what I want her to enjoy the most.
 
Now me on the other hand, I'm pretty stressed, just trying to get everything done on time. Whew...Juggling the kids, her (modeling and dance) classes, and running all over town getting things together; Let's just say, I'm going through pots of coffee like it is Starbucks. But it is all worth it! Just to see her little sweet face light up when we cheer her on, that is what keeps me going. I can truly say, as a parent, I'm in it for my kid! Everything I put into preparing her is to bring joy into her life.
 
The child loves nothing better than to be onstage, and I don't have to wonder where she gets that from. I've raised her in a very cultural and musical environment, where she has traveled with me to different music venues and performances of my own.
 
Soon enough I will be re-opening my studio and production company, where she and her siblings will have better opportunities in the area of performing arts as well. For now, pageantry is an outstanding opportunity for her to get some stage time and more experience with the audience. Any pageant winnings will be fabulous, and, any losses will just be applauded as doing her best. The most awarding part of the experience is to see her make new friends, and to enjoy herself.
 
Each night she asks me to put on her music to practice her talent routine. Very seldom do I have to suggest to her to practice, because she is constantly singing and tap dancing around the house. Now she is into showing me her "pretty feet" and modeling. We still have some polishing to do in that area, but it is coming along so far.
 
We look forward to seeing all of her pageant friends again, as well as making new ones. Thanks for stopping by the web journal to read about the latest happenings in our lives. We can't wait for Nationals! And Zannah would like to wish all of the other contestants the very best, as she will also be there to cheer everyone else on as well.
 
Pageant hugs to you all!!!
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