Miss Black Oregon Scholarship Pageant 2010 - The Event!

This was my third year back and I can say, it gets easier every time! This year, the vibe backstage was different. A good vibe. Not so crazy vibe. Joe Bean was running thangs on the stage while Sonie was making her final perfections on her hosting duties and Felicia was giving some tips on the dance steps.... the ladies were getting ready with hair and makeup, practicing their dance moves, giggling, helping each other, praying together... Moon Rok and I weren't as nervous to shoot this year. I think he got bored at one point! lol  Me, on the otherhand... super nervous to sing the Black National Anthem for the opening of the show! I don't know why I signed up for it. My butterflies are more like flying monkeys! Turns out, they double booked me and Toni Hill to sing the song at the beginning of the show for me and during intermission for her. Well, guess what came first? lol Yes! Me. (sigh) I think I could've done a better job since it was my 900th time singing the song! lol Toni saved the day during intermission with a beautiful poem and Rodeezy aka Rochell Hart rocked the crowds stockings off with her poetry. I don't think they know what hit them!

Anyway.... here's some of my favorite shots from the night.

Your winner is Kari Herinckx!!