Preliminary Night One

Wow! I can't believe night one of the competition is officially done! I competed in On Stage Question where I was asked about how to positively influence young girls and encourage self acceptance when they are subjected to negative media and press. I always have temporary amnesia after I answer a question...I seriously don't remember what I say, but everyone I spoke with said it went fabulously and it felt good! No nerves, just pure excitement.

I don't have pictures of visitation but I was completely overwhelmed with support and love when I saw the Nebraska delegation tonight. It felt so good to hug my family! I can't wait for the rest of the rambunctious crew to show up.
Its midnight now and I have another busy busy day ahead of me. Thanks again for all of the prayers and support, keep them coming!
*Britt


State Introductions and Production Number
On Stage Question

Go Speed Racer

My inner speed demon got to come out when we visited the go cart raceways! We have busy days but we definitely get to have fun and unwind in the evenings! Enjoy

Busy Busy Busy

All I can say is...this is the busiest and the best of times! Our schedule is literally packed from 6 am until 11 at night when I wearily fall in to bed. I've already got to see and do so many incredible things but here are the bullet points!

Press shoot for the troops "When they Come Back We Give Back"! Who says pearls and combat boots dont go together?

Me? Needing Coffee? Weird.

For obvious security reasons we aren't allowed to walk around the Planet Hollywood of PH as we affectionately call it, alone. Here are my fabulous hostesses aka bodyguards. Oh wait, we have those too!
With my Bestie Miss Nevada getting ready to strut our stuff on the catwalk at the Fashion Show Mall. It was incredible because we were in a glass encased elevator that rose to the main floor of the casino. After my inner model came out we went to dinner at Buco De Beppo.

Pancakes, Rehearsals & Gondolas!

Viva Las Vegas!
Go..Go..Go Is the theme of the week and I have to tell you, the schedule and the appearances are pretty spectacular. I'm headed to bed shortly in order to maintain my energy for the action packed week but I wanted to include the highlights of the day!
Hope you enjoy!

I-HOP Children's Miracle Network Event

I found a fellow Husker and UNL alum at the breakfast! GO BIG RED
Posing in our aprons with Miss Tennessee Stephanie Whittler
Getting ready to flip!
It's all in the wrist!

Rehearsals! Learning walking patterns and production routines. Also, filming interviews with TLC

Learning walking patterns and dance routines
The lovely ladies of the MU group
Promotional Photos at the Planet Hollywood Hotel & Casino
Posing outside of Planet Hollywood with Miss Katherine aka Miss Louisianna
Escalator ride with the gorgeous Miss Michigan
Dinner & Gondola Rides at the Venetian

I Can't Believe I'm Here!!!

I'm here safe and sound and so far, it is EVERYTHING I hoped and more! My grandfather and my Dad dropped me and all 5 of my bags off at the Denver airport this morning. I had a wonderful flight and arrived at the Planet Hollywood with all of bags in tow. My fabulous roomie Miss Massachusetts and I are settling in nicely, LOTS and LOTS clothes and shoes and accesories in this room! As soon as I checked in this morning I had swimsuit and production outfit fittings and interviews with TLC later in the afternoon. We capped off the day with an official welcome ceremony and informational meetings.
The plan is early to bed tonight because we have a full agenda tomorrow. I-hop pancake breakfast, rehearsals, interviews with the TLC and Gondola rides at the Venetian!
I'm having a blast and I'll continue to keep you updated... much love!!!
*Brittany

Ogallala Send-Off

She remembers when she first got her wings, And how she opened up that day she learned to sing Then the colors came, erased the black and white And her whole world changed when she realized...

Ogallala has a population that boasts a little more than 5,000 people. It's comfortable and busy. It's quiet but driven by hard working people. It's home. Today, I got to enjoy send off party round two right in the heart of the western part of the state, in Ogallala.
I didn't model any of my competition wardrobe or perform my talent, I just got to chat and laugh with the people that know me best. My neighbors and teachers came as well as children I used to babysit. It was awesome to be surrounded with so much support and positive energy. Thank you to Sally Haythorn and all of the volunteers who made the day so special.

She's a butterfly, pretty as the crimson sky
Nothing's ever gonna bring her down
And everywhere she goes,everybody knows she's so glad to be alive
She's a butterfly
like the purest light in a darkened world
so much hope inside such a lovely girl

You should see her fly, it's almost magical.
It makes you wanna cry, she's so beautiful

God bless the butterfly,
give her the strength to fly
Never let her wings touch the ground
God bless the butterfly,
give her strength to fly
Never let her wings touch the ground