Human Trafficking

        It has been an awesome week!  On Tuesday I went to the Anti-Human Trafficking Rally at Foolish Things Coffee in Tulsa.  The prevention of human trafficking is something that I have been passionate about for several years now, I was amazed that this is happening right here in Oklahoma to children as young as six years old.  I am so grateful that I had the chance to talk with several human trafficking and domestic violence organizations like Beautiful Dream Society, Dayspring Villa, The Demand Project, DVIS (Domestic Violence Intervention Services), the Tulsa Police Department, and Unlock Freedom.  I learned so much about human trafficking and I was really inspired and motivated to help these organizations spread awareness. 
Here is a video that the Tulsa World covered on the event.

DVIS (Domestic Violence Intervention Services)

Taking selfies with Caleb!

Unlock Freedom

Melissa from The Beautiful Dream Society

        On Friday I went to Broken Arrow High School with Unlock Freedom for an assembly!  I got to pass out bracelets and flyers that had information about staying safe online and the warning signs of traffickers.  I got to talk to some of the students after the assembly and they mentioned that they learned a lot and were inspired to volunteer and make a change.  That was one of the most rewarding parts of the whole experience.  I can't wait to continue my journey with Unlock Freedom in helping them spread awareness.

For the Human Trafficking Hotline, you can call 1(888)373-7888 or you can text 233-733

The flyer I passed out

#ItStopsWithMe

Senior Center: Chelsea, Oklahoma

       This by far has been one of my favorite appearances!  I had the opportunity to go to Chelsea, Oklahoma to visit with the seniors and take their blood pressures and blood sugars.  Something that you may not know about me is that I am BLS (Basic Life Support) certified.  I am also pre-diabetic and my mother is a type 2 diabetic so monitoring blood sugars and staying healthy is very important in my own life.  I know it was meant for me to be there because two people I tested were in hypertensive crisis.  High blood pressure can lead to strokes. So I am excited that I was able to assist an RN in helping educate everyone about their blood pressure and blood sugar levels.  I had the time of my life learning how to "Rock & Roll" and "Two Step" with a couple of kind gentlemen.  I am not the greatest dancer so kudos to them for being patient and teaching me!

Click here to see the chart and other information that we used from the American Heart Association.

Natalie M. Fashion Show in Kansas City

   

      I had the honor of participating in one of the largest prom and pageant fashion shows in the nation!  This experience was extra special because all of the money raised during the show is donated to schools in the area to help with budget cuts, as well as providing scholarships for the top ticket sellers. 

     What I loved most about the this experience was being able to meet young girls from across the state of Kansas who had huge dreams and aspirations.  I was so humbled to see first hand how being a titleholder can inspire others.  I will always be grateful for this awesome opportunity and will continue to work diligently to motivate and inspire others to never give up on their dreams.

 Vanbros Girls: Miss Missouri USA, Rebecca Dunn; Miss Arkansas USA, Leah Blefko; Miss Arkansas Teen USA, Arynn Johnson; Miss Missouri Teen USA, Christina Stratton; and I. 

Me, Tony Bowls, and Christina

Me, Janet Parkes our sweet appearance coordinator, and Christina. 

Tony Bowls and I