New Mexico Legislature at the Capitol in Santa Fe

A Picture with Senator Cravens

Wednesday, January 27th was a very special day for me, I had the privilege of attending the Legislature and got to watch our government at work! Senator Cravens, who is from my District, generously introduced me and presented me with a Proclamation of Congratulations from the Legislature. We did a short video blurb which you can view at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXE9jqNetTo ; Representative McCoy introduced me to the House. The whole day was an unforgettable experience and goes to show how very much New Mexico people stand behind their Heritage and the Residents who promote things of value like Agriculture and the Western Way of Life. I would like to thank Gene Hendrick of Clovis for setting up my appearance and paving the way for my introductions.

National Western Stock Show and Rodeo in Denver, Colorado

Beautiful Rodeo Queens

Starting the year off with a trip to Denver was a great idea! The weather was perfect, the people were amazing, and the rodeos were exciting!
I arrived at the airport and was taken to the Courtyard Marriott, where I stayed the whole time I was there, by a very sweet man named Jerry Maddock who volunteers for the National Western. Then it was off to the Stock Show, where I had the privilege of appearing at the rodeo in many different capacities, from Arena Introductions and helping Mutton Busters to Running Event and Sponsor Flags. Mr. Jim Houston, the 1964 World Champion Bareback Rider, graciously prepared the horses and made sure that they were in top form.
Another appearance that we the State Queens made while in Denver, was to the State Capitol to be introduced during the Legislative Session. I met many wonderful people and must say that Colorado has some very strong leadership. Representative McKinley generously gave us all a copy of his CD, quite the western artist! We then toured the amazing capitol and visited with FFA members who also appeared before the House.

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In the Dome at the Capitol

One of the highlights of my stay involved John Cavey and Pat Thompson. They are the best people that you will ever meet. They kept all of us Queens fed, no small feat! and introduced us to many Colorado natives and rodeo supporters. It was great spending time with them and visiting.

John Cavey and Pat Thompson ~ The Best Hosts EVER!

Sadly my stay came to an end and Jerry Cour of the National Western took me back to the airport, where I prayed for good weather and said my goodbyes.
This appearance provided me the opportunity to meet my fellow State Rodeo Queens and get to know them better. They are all amazing and it is going to be a wonderful year traveling with them.