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Crowns, Camp, and the Grand Canyon: A reflection on summer 2023
I've always told people that I love my weird little life. I love that I never seem to fit in a box - I am the most introverted, and...
Jul 19, 202214 min read
Miss Michigan week 2022 recap
For three years, I've been working and working for the opportunity to get back on the Miss Michigan stage. It hasn't been easy (even THAT...
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The State of the Arts in West Michigan
Can I just say... I am so lucky to call Grand Rapids, Michigan home. West Michigan is not only a beautiful and upbeat place to live, but...
Apr 26, 20228 min read
A crowning day - Miss Shoreline and West Michigan Recap!
One of my original goals in starting this blog was to document my own pageant experiences. This has multiple purposes: First, to give me...
Feb 27, 20225 min read
Winter in Michigan: What Seasonal Depression taught me about the Arts
I love Michigan. I really do. I love our seasons, I love our beaches and lakes and rivers and cities. The one thing I don't love? Winter....
Jan 1, 20225 min read
Miss America Turned 100, and Yes, People Care
You know when you go back to a place you love and it just gives you butterflies? The scent, the sounds, the sights… Maybe it's just the...
Jul 20, 20214 min read
Why do the arts matter?
If we haven't met, hi! I'm Sarah, and I'm a firm believer in a couple of things. One of those things is this: The arts are for everyone....
