Still Standing
“When was the last time an actor assassinated a president?”
“They’re still gonna have to go out and put a bullet in Donald Trump, and that’s a fact.”
“Where is John Wilkes Booth when you need him?”
“I have thought an awful lot about blowing up the White House.”
“I will go and take Trump out tonight.”
“So we’re not talking about the debate, it’s time to put Trump in a bullseye.”
My Farewell as Miss South Carolina for America
Last night I took my final walk across the stage as Miss South Carolina for America.
International Pageant Day
My very first boyfriend Billy (hi Billy if you’re reading this) used to call me “Beauty Queen” as a playful nickname. Little did that farm girl Sarah know she would actually become one… and of course little did Billy know he was being prophetic lol.
Speech at the Freedom Meet-Up
I had the honor of being listed among some amazing speakers at the Freedom Meet-Up in Chapin last night.
It was a fantastic turnout and I was happy to share a bit of my story as an encouragement during these troubling times.
Shen Yun: China Before Communism
A couple of week’s ago my family and I had the pleasure of finally seeing “Shen Yun: China Before Communism” for the first time.
Finding My Strawberries
What’s been my favorite part of preparing for the pageant? Finding my strawberries.
RISE USA
What an amazing way to kick off America Month by attending the RISE USA launch tour!
This weekend my parents and I joined hundreds at Liberty Hall in Franklin, Tennessee, as we listened to Johnny and Elizabeth Enlow’s message on being Reformers In Society Everday.
A Night at the Opera
After attending the fabulous show performed by The Palmetto Opera two weeks ago, I was reminded of our first family trip to Italy in 2018.
My Why
Winning a pageant isn’t anything I thought I’d ever do. What’s more, now that I’ve won, I don’t think I fully expected the responsibility, time, and busyness it would bring.
I don’t say that in a negative sense, but a lot more goes into it than meets the eye, in everything from frequently scheduled social media posts, to meetings with sponsors, to appearances, preparing for Nationals, etc.
Introducing Seint Beauty
Makeup that takes me from days at the restaurant to nights on the red carpet, all in the palm of my hand.
American Royalty
So grateful to my friends and sponsors at Fisher Films for supporting me in the journey to Miss SC for America.
Miss South Carolina for America
Announcement
As of tomorrow, April 1st, I will officially be accepting clients as a freelance photographer.
The Portofino Cup
What a whirlwind weekend! After not competing (or even dancing) for 3 years, and John being off the floor for 5, we accepted a last-minute invitation to compete with a showcase routine at the exclusive Portofino Cup in Portofino, Italy.
Miss Lexington
Through and unexpected and interesting turn of events, I will be competing as Miss Lexington for the title of Miss South Carolina for America Strong.
IF My People
This morning Mom and I were discussing the smug pride we’ve witnessed amongst some involved with the MAGA movement, and her following comment struck the nail bluntly on the head:
“Unfortunately you can be a full-blooded patriot and still be void of God.”
André Rieu and His Johann Strauss Orchestra
I’ll never forget how enthralled my brothers and I were the first time Mom introduced us to André Rieu and his Johann Strauss orchestra many, many years ago. It was a performance on DVD, one of his many recorded live performances, and the first of MANY of his DVDs we would come to own.
Capitol Punishment: One Year Later
A few nights ago I watched the documentary “Capitol Punishment,” which examines the events surrounding January 6th, and the days following. It’s available for digital download, and I highly recommend everyone watch it. You can view it here.
Coincidentally, that title is the same as my post from last year, which detailed my eyewitness testimony from that day. What I don’t find a coincidence, however, is how precisely similar so many testimonies are of the events that day, and the events leading up to it. Watching the interviews, it amazed me how so many of the participants claim they felt led by the Holy Spirit to attend, with many (like us) not even deciding to go until a day or two before. We were compelled.
Unmasked
As I shared last night on Facebook, the mask ordinance for Lexington was abruptly suspended, effective immediately. At the last Town Council meeting regarding masks, the ordinance extension was based primarily on the request of a hospital official, polling 4% of the town’s population, and sanctimonious pontification about loving thy neighbor.
Mega Dittos: The Limbaugh Legacy
One of my earliest childhood memories was the sound of a guitar bass playing on the radio as I sat in the car with my mom in the carpool line, waiting to pick up my older brother Will from kindergarten.
Then, the familiar voice would emanate over the sound waves. It was a handsome voice. Slightly raspy, and the voice (I thought) of a young, fit, sandy blonde-haired man. I didn’t really understand what he was saying (I was only 4 or 5 at the time) but I knew from his delivery that he was unafraid and unashamed to say it. And that’s why I liked him.