She was coached on how to introduce herself. Many of the gals in attendance could recite long paragraphs. Cort was able to tell everyone her name and give them her million dollar smile.
She adored the attention,loved having her picture taken all day, and was excited to meet the other girls. :)
It was an amazing experience (no pun intended) for her. For us. The stories the girls and women shared were beautiful and heart warming. It once again reminded us that everyone deserves a chance to shine.
And shine, she did.
She didn't win. But in my book she was the winner from the moment we stepped into the pageant doors.
Have a sweet day my friends, and thank you for letting me share. :)
Her beauty shines from within! She looks so incredibly sweet, like her mom! Glad she enjoyed her first pageant.
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun experience for her. She looks beautiful. The main thing is that she had a good time. Is that an Origami Owl bracelet she has on.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure this was a memorable event for Cortney! She certainly looked the part of Illinois Miss Amazing and it sounds like she played it, too! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteShe looks so beautiful! Love that darling dress.
ReplyDeleteMichele, she is gorgoeus! She looks absolutely beautiful in her dress. I am in love with her smile. Thank you for sharing her story.
ReplyDeleteShe is absolutely beautiful! I can only imagine how proud your family is. Her smile, makeup , dress and jewelry looked perfect - she was glowing! Thank you for always sharing her stories with us Michele. Please pass on all our comments to Cortney!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fabulous post Michele!
ReplyDeleteWow, how beautiful! Congrats to Cortney and the family! I know these weekend ventures are a lot of work for everyone involved. What a journey our kids take! We are so lucky to go along!
ReplyDeleteWHat a beautiful daughter and you are such a great mom!
ReplyDeleteOMG Michele, Cortney looks SO BEAUTIFUL and he smile always warms my heart!!!
ReplyDeleteLOVE these photos ... absolutely awesome ... especially that 1st one! WOW!!
And, YEP she's a WINNER in my book! GO CORTNEY!!!
How fabulous that she was able to participate ... a time she will treasure forever! Thanks so much for sharing Cortney with all of us! She sure is an inspiration!!
HUGS!
Gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteShe is stunningly beautiful!!! What a gorgeous girl...love her smile, her hair, her dress....just totally beautiful...You go girl,awesome!!!
ReplyDeleteShe is as beautiful on the outside as she seems to be on the inside! Way to go mom!
ReplyDeleteThis child glows from the inside out. She is just beautiful. What a great opportunity for her to stretch her wings. Congrats!
ReplyDeleteWow! Cortney looks like a princess!!! What a beautiful outfit for a beautiful girl. I'm so glad she had fun and she's a winner all the way in my book!!! Cortney, your eyelashes are to die for!
ReplyDelete~Kris~
She is beautiful, Michele. These are beautiful photos. I can picture her up on that stage with her beautiful smile. She is lucky to have you as her momma. :)
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