Saturday, March 26, 2011

Errands, Errands, and more Errands!

So what does one do when there are only a couple weeks from the time they were crowned to the time they leave for a national competition? One makes VERY detailed to-do lists and runs a lot of errands! :)

On St. Patrick's day I was in Omaha to meet with Michele Strom, owner extraordinaire of the Winning Crown Boutique. She is an incredible resource and has the most gorgeous gowns. If you're thinking about pageantry...go visit!

I also stopped by Omaha Steaks. A Nebraska tradition. They were kind enough to compile a few gifts for me to take with me to W. Virginia. Who doesn't think of Omaha Steaks when you mention Nebraska?



Of course a little wardrobe shopping was in order! One of the boutiques I wanted to go to just happened to be next to an Irish Pub....guess what...no parking spots! So I got a little creative and went to the back side of the business (only 2 parking stalls left!) and asked them to let me in. As I left I saw a LEPRECHAUN! Its a small, small world. Turns out this leprechaun's Mom was Mrs. Nebraska back in the late 60's. That was an Irish blessing meeting her!






Monday, March 21, 2011

Home Ownership Matters!


Last week I had the opportunity to join several of my peers in greeting the National Association of Realtors Home Ownership Matters bus to Lincoln! The bus is on a national tour to promote the benefits of home ownership. Nebraska Realtors Association President, Pat Ohmberger and I talked about why now is a great time to be a Home Owner! check it out--

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Photo Shoot!







The gracious Nicole Panneton, Mrs. Nebraska 2010 arranged for a photo shoot the morning after I was crowned. After very little sleep, the talented Joe Bohac of Colour Artistry and Alison Kamtz of Seven Salon worked their beauty magic! With Rich Deyo behind the camera and Mrs. Nebraska 2009 Jen Hart helping out with everything else, the results were absolutely fantastic! Gowns and accessories were provided by Sublime Couture. I felt like a princess. Thank you to everyone!!

Monday, March 7, 2011

Dreams do come true!

Hi everyone! My name is Karalyn Hoefer and Saturday evening a dream of mine came true when my name was called as Mrs. Nebraska 2011. I am so excited for the year ahead. The next few weeks will be a whirlwind as final preparations are made for the national competition. But I know that with persistence, determination and dedication, anything is possible! Here we go!!