Miss Minnesota Night of Inspiration

Saturday, May 14, was the last Night of Inspiration brought to you by your Miss Minnesota 2010, Kathryn Knuttila.  She has spent the last few years promoting her platform of crowning the good in your neighborhood and dedicated this last Night of Inspiration to the Miss Minnesota Education Foundation.  The evening was filled with performances from past Miss Minnesotas.  There were nine former Miss Minnesotas dating back to 1968.  All of us current title holders were asked to share who inspired us to compete in the Miss America system.  This was such a moving night and it was wonderful to see so many former Miss Minnesotas perform.  My inspiration comes from being with such talented, motivated, and caring women.  I am so excited for the upcoming Miss Minnesota Pageant; only a month away! 

Until next time,

Samantha Phillippi

FANA 5K Run/Walk

Saturday, May 7, 2011 was the first FANA 5K run/walk.  It was so inspiring to see nearly 300 people, young and old, getting active to raise money for such a deserving cause.  FANA is an organization supporting orphanages in Columbia.  The money raised during the event helps support and rescue children; to get them off the streets and into a safe and warm home.  This event started with the 5K run/walk, and then there were diaper races for young children and the half mile race for older children.  I walked the 5K and had the chance to meet and talk with many new friends. I also ran the half mile with some of my new younger friends.  It ended up being a beautiful day and I was so grateful to be a part of it.