Pancake Day!

Today the Miss America Organization and IHOP teamed up to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network.  Talk about a fun day!  I was traveling for work so unfortunately I couldn't be in Columbia to celebrate free pancakes and donations to local children's hospitals.  Instead I joined Miss Spirit of St. Louis Darbi Fuhrman, Miss Zona Rosa's OT Debrielle Merrill, and Miss Branson's OT Jaqueline Janorschke at the St. Joseph IHOP.  We stood in the lobby and spoke with people about CMN as they waited to be seated.  Of course, we were also up photos upon request :)

This young lady told me that she did a pageant once but she didn't win.  I was able to remind her that it isn't about the crown we wear on our heads, but the one we carry in our hearts.  

Missouri Western Griffons

The IHOP cowboy wanted a picture with the queens!

Three Maryville Spoofhounds!

I think this guy was jealous of all the kids getting to take their  pictures with us.  He wanted one too.

My absolute favorite picture of the night!

The title holders with the manager.  Thank you to everyone at the St. Joe IHOP for making the night a success!

This gal caught a glimpse of me through the window.  She was smiling from ear to ear when she came in.  Of course we had to get a picture together- we had both had crowns!

Giving a donation- what this night was all about!

This young man was so excited to meet us!

What a fun night!  I am so proud of the partnership between the Miss America Organization and the Children's Miracle Network!