Competition Day (evening)

We had to be at the evening session by 5:30. I decided to head back a little early and left at 5:00 to walk over there. Unfortunately the doors didn't open until 5:15 so I stood outside in the cold with everyone else waiting to get in. Finals were much more laid back than pre-judging. The judges already knew who the winners were and this was just a show for your family and friends to attend. Larry and Charmayne drove up for the show and Larry took a lot of pictures.

We went out in out two pieces and then again after intermission. While standing onstage in our one piece they announced the top five. I was top five (which was my main goal). They then started giving out trophies... fifth place, fourth place and third place. It was now just between myself and the other girl. And the winner of Class B: #58. Hey, THAT'S ME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was thrilled. It was my moment to shine.

With winning my Class came competing at the end of the competition for Overall Champion. My mind had really just been on getting pizza but it was worth the wait. The five other class champions and I were all backstage excited at what was going on. For one other girl, this was also her first competition. We pumped up and reapplied oil to our bodies. I sent text messages to all of my friends letting them know I won. At least an hour later the six of us went on stage for the final judging which was live. Another girl named Autumn won first place, but I was told I was a close second.

It was such a thrilling day. All my hard work paid off. So may people were impressed that I'd only been training for eight weeks. I floated into Domino's and ordered a pepperoni and sausage pizza. It was just great. I could have eaten the medium pizza but I didn't want to be sick in the morning. It was hard sleeping that night because I still giddy. I even woke up Sunday morning at 6 because I was still hype. As I walked in to the kitchen I saw my trophy and became excited all over again. It wasn't until about 11:00am in the middle of the Easter service that it all hit me. My body hurt and I wanted to fall asleep instantly. So, all today (Sunday) I've been relaxing as much as possible.