Hey everyone!!!

Yesterday I competed in the Future Business Leaders of America regional competition. I was sooo nervous. There were counties from so many schools, and some I'll admit were of better quality than mine. I mean, I was competing against private schools, magnet schools, and arts academies. Anyways, the two events I competed in were Business communications and Public Speaking. Business Communication was a computer-based test, and way harder than I imagined it would be. However, I wasn't that hard on myself for not placing in the event because my adviser had signed me up for it without me ever having any time to research/study. Plus, I couldn't be mad when I GOT FIRST PLACE IN PUBLIC SPEAKING!!!! When they announced my name as the first place winner I swear I was on cloud nine, and it felt so good to have the rest of my fellow members congratulate me. Even today in school they were still encouraging! Anyways, the state competition will be in Atlanta in March. I know the competition will be alot steeper there, so I've got alot to work on. IF I place in the top two at State, then I go to the National Competition in Anaheim, California. I don't think I've ever wanted to win something so bad! Pray for me you guys!!!

P.S. I forgot to bring my camera to the competitionbut I am going to post a picture of my FIRST PLACE GOLD MEDAL, and my nametag...maybe later I might post some other pics if I can get them from my friends...once again, wish me luck!