Hi, my name is Lonna and I am contestant 9

Workshop this weekend was amazing. I met so many talented and individual girls. I am so happy that I got to talk to Kaitlin Monte and Claire Buffie; two women who seem to have endless ways to inspire me. Every day I seem to find myself more and more. Thank you both for being the amazing women you are and never allowing anyone to change you. If I could fill at least one of your very large shoes I would be happy with myself. Words can't say how much I love this organization. I love all of my sisters and I pray for my sister who could not be there today due to an accident. We are all here for you!

Workshop!

This weekend I will be going to Staten Island to take part in the Miss New York 2012 workshop.  I am so excited to meet my new sisters and find out what order we will go in! 

For more info on this year's Miss New York pageant, visit their website at www.missny.org When you're there grab a couple tickets or comment below with your email address if you are interested in buying ad space in this year's program book.  You can advertise your business to individuals from all over the state, or you can just give me a shoutout!

Either way, I hope you are all sending me your love and support and I look forward to posting pictures for you.  Keep an eye out on my twitter page, @LonnaLu  lots of pictures to be posted there in real time.

Lots of Love,

Lonna

Girls Night Out

I had an absolutely wonderful time last night at Crisis Services' annual event "Girls Night Out." This event donates to the Haven House (Buffalo's shelter for battered women) and the Crisis Services office and hotline that took over 6,000 calls last year alone.

I was surprised with the opportunity to model an outfit by a generous sponsor (and one of my favorite stores) TJ Maxx. I had such a wonderful time and made a couple close friends who care for the same cause as me. I love that the Miss America Organization gives me the opportunity to reach out and do these types of events. Hopefully some more things in the works with Crisis Services. Have a wonderful Easter!

Lonna <3

PS- I also got my headshots done, sneak peek!

Talking with Local Teens on Dating Violence

I had such a wonderful time talking to the young adults of Elim Christian Fellowship this past Monday.  They were so welcoming to me and forthcoming with their questions, it was truly an honor to get to spend time with them.  Hopefully I will get some pictures back soon! 

Another update!  Miss Greater Rochester is this Sunday, April 1st, at 4pm at Roberts Wesleyan College in Rochester, NY.  I will be there and I hope to see you as well!   Have a great week!

Lonna

Appearances!!

Hey everyone!  Just wanted to give a couple quick updates on some upcoming appearances going on this month.

This Saturday from 9am to Noon the Gold's Gym at:

1402 French Road

Depew, NY, 14226, US

 

will be having a Zumbathon to benefit ALS. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease is a form of Motor Neuron Disease caused by the degeneration of upper and lower neurons, located in the ventral horn of the spinal cord ultimately effected an individuals movement.  Tickets are $20 and 75% of the sales benefit the cause.  I will be there (for at least the first hour!)  If you have any more questions check out the event page at:

http://zumbathon.zumba.com/details/7673

 The next event I will be attending is a seminar on Teen Domestic Violence (my platform) at the ELIM Christian Fellowship Church from 6 to 8pm.  This is a cause that is very important to me and I would love to have you bring your teenage son or daughter to hear my story.

The location is:
70 Chalmers Avenue  Buffalo, NY 14214

(716) 834-5951

The last event will be on March 31st at the Buffalo Convention Center at 7pm.  The boxing event I will be attending is called "March Badness."  I will be singing the anthem, hope to see you there!  If you would like anymore information on that event you can find it here www.theboxingexaminer.com

Quick Appearance Update!

I will be appearing at the Upstate New York Transplant Services blood drive at The First Niagara Center later today. All donations stay local, hope to see you there!

There she is...Miss Niagara 2012!

I know I am a bit late on updating you all but life gets in the way sometimes.  One of my closest friends, the beautiful girl who crowned me as Miss Buffalo was crowned Miss Niagara 2012.  Her name is Miss Desiree Wiley.  Desiree was not only Miss Buffalo 2011, but she placed 3rd Runner up last year at Miss New York State.  I am honored that I am competing in the same category as this beautiful, intelligent and talented young woman again.  Best of luck Desiree, love you sister!

 Des and I after she crowned me the new Miss Buffalo, such a fun day!!

 

Miss New York Kaitlin Monte, Miss Niagara Director Chuck Berasi, Me and Miss Thousand Islands Allison Carlos

I am still waiting to get pictures back of Desiree and myself, I will post them as soon as I see them!

Love,

Lonna