50th Anniversary Wilmington Heart Ball

The Heart Ball is an annual gala to raise funds for the American Heart Association for research and education on Cardiovascular Disease.  This year, I was honored to not only attend the ball, but also to volunteer.  Some wonderful Mrs Delaware, US 2010 contestants helped me to welcome the guests as they arrived at Longwood Gardens for the Heart Ball. 

Special guests included Michael Waite (WJBR 99.5), Chris Coons (County Executive), and two young girls who overcame congenital heart defects....Emma and Melinda. 

"Queen's Corner" Pageant Expo

On Feb 28th, I had the pleasure of attending the "Queen's Corner" pageant expo with Marci McNair (Mrs Delaware, US 2009) and fellow Mrs Delaware, US 2010 Contestant, April Elias (Mrs Middletown).  What a wonderful time we had driving up to Trenton, NJ together and really getting to know each other. We received wonderful tips on pageantry, interviews, makeup, hair, and clothes from wonderful pageant experts including Don Baker, Sherri Jenkins (Mrs Pennsylvania, International, 2009), and Tiffany Delmonico (Mrs Massachusettes, 2005).

Krista's "Dress Red" Cocktail Party Fundraiser

On February 12th, I hosted a "Dress Red" cocktail party fundraiser, with the help of my best friend Melissa Schulte. The event was held at Tom Foolery's on Ash Blvd in Middletown with proceeds benefitting my pageant expenses and the Delaware branch of the American Heart Association's "Go Red for Women" campaign. This is something near and dear to my heart, as a cardiac nurse and an active volunteer and advocate for healthy lifestyle changes to decrease risk for Cardiovascular disease (the #1 killer of women).

Cocktail party guests enjoyed a door prize raffle, a 50/50 raffle, a silent auction, and dancing to music by DJ 007. Photographer Paul Pruitt donated his time and took a variety of pictures throughout the event.

Some special guests of the event included Senator Bethany Hall-Long, State Representative Quinn Johnson, and a variety of reigning pageant titleholders.

The event was a smashing success thanks to the hard work of Ricky Biddle (manager/owner of Tom Foolerys), Laura (event coordinator), and the fabulous wait/bar staff who kept all the guests happy with fabulous food, drinks, and service!

Miss Wilmington 2010 pageant

On Sunday Jan 24th, it was my pleasure to attend the Miss Wilmington, America 2010 pageant at Harry's Savoy Grill.  Seven lovely young women competed with a private interview with the judges, an on-stage interview, a talent portion, a swimsuit competition, and an evening gown competition. 
The MC for the evening was the beautiful Chelsie Smith (Miss Universe 1995).  I was accompanied by Tetra Shockley (Mrs State Capital, US 2010).  Also in attendance were Chris S (Mr De 2008) and many of the Miss Delaware 2009 and 2010 contestants and Miss Delaware Outstanding Teen contestants.
Congratulations to Kayla Sherwood (Miss Wilmington 2010)!!!!

"Miss America Sendoff" party for Heather Lehman, Miss Delaware, America 2009

On Friday Jan 15th, my husband and I attended a send off party for Heather Lehman (Miss Delaware, America 2009).  Along with wishing her well, we were treated to a fashion show that was a preview of what suits, dresses, gowns she would be wearing at the Miss America pageant...as well as her beautiful singing performance.

We were accompanied by Catherine (Mrs Mid-State, US 2010) and Joe Simon, Chris Saltalamacchio (Mr DE 2008), Andrew Knopf (Mr DE 2009), and Bobbey Biddle.  Good luck in Las Vegas Heather....we are all rooting for you!!!!

"Why Weight?" legislative lunch to support Senate Bill #81 mandating calorie/fat labeling in restaurants

On Thursday Jan 14, 2010 I was asked to attend the luncheon at Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware to show support for Sentate Bill #81 which will mandate restaurants to provide calorie and fat labeling.  American adults and children continue to have alarming rates of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease...all of which are interrelated.   As a cardiac nurse, I fully support this bill with the belief that by providing customers with nutrition information, people will be able to make healthier choices when dining out which can enable them to live healthier lifestyles....and decrease their risk of heart disease, diabetes, and obesity.
I was joined by Senator Sokola (sponsor of bill #81), Senator Bethany Hall-Long (co-sponsor of bill), State representative Mike Ramone, Christina Crews (AHA), and Jonathan Kirsch (Delaware AHA advocacy director).

6abc interview for AHA's "Go Red for Women" campaign

On Jan 13th, I was interviewed as a spokeswoman/volunteer for the American Heart Association's "Go Red for Women" campaign.  Accompanying me was Maureen Bullock, Mrs Kent County 2009, a heart attack survivor.  We discussed statistics (such as cardiovascular disease being the #1 killer of women), common symptoms, and healthy lifestyle changes that women can make to reduce their risks for heart disease and stroke.
February is national heart month....and the interview will be aired on Saturday Feb 27th on Delaware Connections.