We are asking everyone to comment on Caressa's blog instead of sending envelopes or packages to Planet Hollywood. Time permitting Caressa will keep us up-to-date on her Miss America experience.
Hello All, I am on my way to Vegas & excited is not even the word to describe how I feel! After the days of packing and looking at my bags by the front door it is time to go. I want to thank all of you for supporting me in my journey to Miss America. I am looking foward to moments that will last a lifetime. I am so proud of the Miss America class of 2010, these women are exceptional & I am sure whoever God gives the job to is ready and well prepared for it. I would like to say thank you, first to God for this once in a lifetime chance to be apart of the Miss America experience. Secondly to my family and friends for your undying support. I would also like to thank the Miss Virginia board, you all have believed in me and my dreams from day one. To the people of Virginia & all of my supporters, thank you for the constant inspiration. I am motivated everyday to impact Virginia for you. Thank you for showing me love. I am going to try to keep this blog as up to date as possible so you can know what we're doing.
Go Caressa!!! We are so very proud of you and will be checking in on your adventure in Las Vegas. Remember, we love you and wish only the best for you.
I have landed it's official. You'd think i'd come into Washington state all this rain. I had the pleasure of being on a flight with the beautiful Jen (Miss DC). You should have seen us trying to struggle to put our crown boxes in overstuffed carry on's because they were considered "extra" items & we already had purses! Hahaha that was an adventure but we "make it work" - (Tim's project runway voice btw)
Caressa - Sorry I missed your send off. I was told you were beautiful and when you sang it brought tears to many eyes. Just know that I am so proud to have known you and that you are finally realizing your dream. So cliche - but, win, lose, or draw you have already won and know you will continue to represent Virginia with style and grace. Will be routing for you...best of luck!
Stay in the moment every day, have your mind set on that goal every morning you wake up, and leave it all there on the stage! You are an amazing competitor and wise beyond your years! You make me so proud to be a former Miss Virginia and you represent us so well. Miss America would be so blessed to have you. -Loveya, Mariah Rice
Oh my goodness Caressa, we are sooo excited for you. To be able to live your dream is absolutely phenomenal. Hold fast to your dreams because the future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams and some dreams are the touchstones of our character. Please know that the whole family will be rooting for you - and when your name is announced, I am sure that the whole world will hear our screams of joy! We Love You, Linda, Brenda, Grammy, Bunny, Tiny and Tee
Caressa - You have a fan here in Michigan! I am a good friend of Dave Weinandy, one of your Miss VA judges, and he speaks so highly of you. I watched the arrival videos at Planet Hollywood yesterday and I was SO impressed with your humility and grace... I am feeling and thinking good things for you, girl! Will be cheering for you and Miss MI in Vegas in just a few days! Enjoy the ride!
Thanks for giving me the chance to brag to everyone I know that YOU were my roommate and friend during my first Miss Virginia experience. You are an exceptional young lady and someone I'm proud to have representing our Commonwealth. I have no doubt you are going to show Las Vegas what Virginia has to offer! You rock... and I congratulate you already on all of your successes!
Caressa, A believer, Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "A believer is never disturbed because others do not yet see the fact which he sees." and Eleanor Roosevelt said, "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." You are a believer so go and claim your dream!
Today was a blast. We started off making pancakes, I attempted to make a heart but no dice (it was all enlarged and deformed hahaha). We had breakfast with some Miracle kids from CMN, they were so inspiring. Little Ivan stole all of our hearts! Check out the Miss America Organization Facebook site for photos. We started working on opening number today (uhoh! Yall know i'm not a dancer haha) it looks amazing though. I would tell you the song but I don't want to spoil the show. We also went on Gondola rides this evening muuuuuuch fun. Side note: everyone keeps asking me "hey! Where is the guy that follows the Virginia's?". Jeeze Julius you steal all the shine! Hahaha love you, see ya soon! Hope you all are having a fabulous week. Thanks for all the love ;)
Keep your dreams alive. Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe. Gail Devers
Carassa: We believe in you!! much love Tori & Katie Dickerson
Hey Lady - So proud of you. Enjoy every minute at Miss America. May God keep you in His care, especially this week. Stay well and happy. Sending a hug to you .... Love, Sue & Buddy Cox
You are going to take Vegas by storm. It's going to be huge- I can feel it! So proud, little sister! Bring it home! Much love and many prayers and good vibes, K Glakas
We are all having a great time here in Las Vegas. Yesterday we had the best time at the mall during the Fashion Show. It was great to see everyones unique style and how they work it on the cat walk. Dinner was fabulous as we celebrated Miss Deleware and Miss Penn's birthday's!
We had the pleasure of meeting the judges today after rehersal. It sooooooo sunk in at that moment that our lives will be forever changed as a result of this experience. I am so blessed to be here at this moment and in the company of some of the most amazing women in this country bar none!
Tomorrow is my interview, keep me in your prayers!
Caressa! You are in my prayers as you head to interview today. You will do a fantastic job as it was evident in your preparation! Can't wait to hear you sing, too! God bless you and all of the formers are behind you cheering you on! Love, Nancy Glisson Lucy
My friends and I are throwing a big ole MA party in your honor---wow-from being crowned Jr. Miss Fredericksburg Fair to the Miss America stage how I have enjoyed being in your company throughout your competition years--what a pleasure you have been---keepin it real all the while---sending positive thoughts your way---have a blast, stay focused and give momma a hug if you get a chance---love you---Terri N--
Caressa - No matter the outcome, you are an extraordinary woman whose gifts go beyond reason. I pray for your success and health and know that all of us in the Greater Richmond family wish you the ultimate luck. Katie will be there to cheer you on. Bring it home.
Love, Missy Minton and The Miss Greater Richmond Family
So I'm definitely sitting here in tears. Im so overjoyed to witness your dream come true. A PRELIM TALENT AWARD....whaaaaaat! God is GOOD! :) You are a phenomenal woman, a hard worker, a genuine soul and so much more. Always remember to, "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven (Matthew 5:16)". Im proud of you girl.
All my support and prayers, Ciara Brown (Miss VA C/O 08)
You are on one of the most wonderful journeys of your life. I wish I could be there to witness the rewards of your hard work and determination. I am keeping track of the week by internet and you look marvelous. Congratulations on that talent award. Remember to relax (if you can), get some rest (when you can), keep God in your heart and he will guide you through the rest of this Miss America journey. Go get em!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I feel so honored and blessed to call such an amazing young woman 'friend' and have been so proud of you since day one. You are bringing so much honor to Virginia and those around you. We are so ecstatic for your prelim win and recognize it as just the beginning of a destined-to-be magical week for you. Enjoy every moment! You're in my prayers!! <3 <3 I know what time it is :)
OMG Caressa, you just absolutely amaze me. We are sooo very proud of you and your Preliminary Talent win. Remember what I told you before you left. The hard part is over, talent and interview ... the rest is just gravy for you. We'll be screaming until the cows come home Saturday night...Good luck girl. Love Ya, Linda B.
OMGoodness of God I am nutts right now! Thank you so much for all of your support Virginia. I am so proud to be representing you and so honored you all are proud of me.
This week is flying by. After interview's things have been going full speed ahead. We had the pleasure of seeing Phantom of the Opera on monday and it was ammmmmmmaaaaaaaazing!
Congratulations on the preliminary Talent win. Good luck on Thursday with the Swimwear. I'm sure you did amazing in the Interview. We both know this is nothing but a means to get to this weekend, but good luck. I am faith in your abilities.
Caressa- wish I could be there to cheer you on, Courtney said you are "rocking it". She called me at 1:30 a.m. here to tell me that your O.S.Q. was wonderful!- We are so proud of you keep shining!!!- Jeanine Garrett
I heard your OSQ from Pat's facebook page! He is so cute recording everything for those of as at home to hear it. I was blown away by how much you have grown this year! Your answer was spot on and had conviction. Again, keep it real, keep your eye on the prize and know... we have always called you our Miss America!
First things first: CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR TALENT WIN!!! You have truly been an inspiration to me since the night I saw you win The Miss Fredericksburg Fair a few years back. We are so lucky to have you representing Virginia, and I know you will continue to make us so proud! It is so amazing to watch as your dreams come true, and how you are living proof that if you follow your dreams anything is possible! GOOD LUCK CARESSA!
Caressa, you are our shining star and we are all SO proud of you. I've been thinking about you all week, and I cannot wait to get to Vegas and watch you rock that stage saturday night, I know wonderful things are in store for finals! Love you!
Congratulations LaLa!!!! We are so proud of you....Clearly you rocked the talent competition - keep up the good work and bring the Miss America title home!!!!
Caressa---All of your pictures show us you are having a great time and just how prepared you are--not to mention you are looking terrific. Congratulations on your talent win--you are making VA proud to have you as our Miss!! Knock the socks off everyone saturday night!!! Jeanie Baldwin
Caressa, you are truly an inspiration for me. In my eyes you are already Miss America. We will be praying for you!!! Congrats on Preliminary Talent and knock em dead in swim suit and evening gown tonight. MUCH LOVE <3 , Courtney Jamison
ps. My mom said you sang the HECK out of your song.. you had her in tears!
We all are excited about watching our Miss VA compete tomorrow night, wish we could be there to cheer you on.. Good Luck! You will be gorgeous as always! We've all been saying that you are going to be dynamic! The Team @ Bride's House & Formals & Mr. Tuxedo!!
Caressa- CONGRATULATIONS on your Talent win!!!! I knew you were going to take that!!!! I wish you the best of luck tomorrow night. Know that no matter what happens, you have made Virginia proud and we are blessed to have someone like you representing our state. Good luck and I can't wait until tomorrow night!!! Stephanie Connelly
I look up to you and hope to be in your same exact shoes in years to come ! i believe in you from the first time i saw you , i cant stop thinking about this big day tomorrow ! congrats on pre-lims. you can do it ! :)
Caressa & Mom, Congratulations, I knew you would win talent. Keep up the good work We are all so proud of you. Tell Mom to keep on praying, good things are happening. We'll see. Va Beach is praying with her.
It looks like our MA parties are being cancelled due to snow. Due to that fact, instead of concentrated clusters of cheers, you will actually hear cheering from all over the state of Virginia! Good Luck tonight ~ you have all of our support!
Tonights the Night!!!! We are all there with you. Just want to send my love. Remember you will always be OUR Miss Virginia.!! BREATHE IN! BREATHE OUT! Go get'em Girl!!!! SO PROUD OF YOU!!! Bootie
Congratulations on accomplishing your goal up to this point! It was no surprise at all to find out you won talent on the very first night! It is obvious how hard you have worked and how deserving you are of this! You have looked spectacular all week and I am so proud to call you my Miss Virginia! We are all praying for you here! You have been a great Miss Virginia, and you will be a stellar Miss America!;) Rock it out, girl! We know you can do it! Believe in yourself!
My wife and I picked you out at the beginning as this year's winner. As former residents of Virginia (and my wife is from Alexandria), we are so very proud of you!!!
Well we prayed so hard in Virginia Beach despite the Snow storm All Our prayers were answered. Wes kept saying all the time you were going to win. I am so happy for you and MOM. Dad looked Proud too. Congradulations again again and again. Polly and Wes
CONGRATULATIONS CARESSA! Words cannot express how proud I am of you! (I'm sitting here bawling my eyes out!) You are truly an inspiring woman, and I know you are going to be a STELLAR MISS AMERICA!!! CONGRATULATIONS AGAIN!
Thrilled the entire show knowing that you were going to come out on top. You've spent years preparing for this and it has paid off! Congratulations on your win and prayers for a fabulous year as Miss America. I know you'll continue to make Virginia proud!
Caressa, we've been proud to call you Miss Virginia, and you will make us proud now as Miss America! Congratulations! You have earned this. Best wishes! Marla Baker
Caressa, Wow you are amazing! Enjoy your year and enjoy every moment. We are so proud of you and all your hard work in Virginia. Miss Va Beach and Tidewater VA Pageant
Your Virginia family is really excited. Mama and Daddy calling everyone still. Enjoy the rest of your time out in Vegas and your year as Miss America!!
Caressa, We met briefly in the elevator at the Rosen Center at MAOT in August. My friend noticed your shoes but when I looked up and saw your face I knew you were Miss Virginia because I'd already picked you for Miss America. It was so nice to meet you and we could all see then that you had a special glow about you. I commented to my group that we had just met the next Miss America! We are so happy for you. Enjoy your year and we hope to cross paths again, maybe in an elevator again! Congratulations and God Bless you.
My sincerest congrats to you!!! I am so happy for you.
To be honest I am new to following you on this journey, and just tuned in tonight to see the crowning of the new Miss America. It may sound bias that I'm a Virginian myself, so naturally I wanted the girl from my state to win, but when I saw who represented me I was thrilled!
You are a beautiful black woman and I am completely honored to be represented by you!
From a Grandmother: I will be praying for you Caressa. What a joy to have a beautiful Christian girl as Miss America. Congratulations! Jesus Loves You!
Congratulations Ms. Cameron on winning the Miss America pageant! I look forward to your talking the Real Talk about HIV. Maybe more people will listen and act.
Congratulations Caressa Cameron Miss America 2010!!!! VA is so proud of you, truly a dream come true! You are such an inspiration to so many young women. Enjoy the next chapter of your life. We are all so proud of you--Jeanie Baldwin
Caressa, we are so proud of you. Seems like yesterday you were asking me if I was coming to D.C. to see you in our lil' girls pagent. You were amazing then and tonight I looked back and said wow...We have been praying for this night and it truly a dream come true for you. What I admire most is that you took time to give GOD PRAISE before you took another step. When we realize that we can do nothing without GOD, that's when we are truly a winner!!! We love you and pray for GOD to guide your every step. Your family in North Carolina
Hi Caressa, Last year at about this same time, I introduced myself to you at the Heart Bar at Planet Hollywood Vegas. I said I bet you would be on the Miss America stage as a contestant in 2010! You were so gracious. In fact you said I should tell your mother this very thing. I can't tell you how thrilled I was to watch you crowned tonight. Wish I could have been there in person. You have a fan in Texas
CONGRATULATIONS, MISS AMERICA! You certainly did VA proud tonight! I am sure that the best year of your life is waiting for you and when you're ready to come home, VA will welcome you back with open arms! Blessings to you and your journey in the upcoming year!
You have made us all so very proud. We were so excited to be in Roanoke to see you finally receive your much deserved crown and title, but it was absolutely amazing and moving to see your dream come true tonight! Congratulations and God bless you!
OMG Caressa! I am so so so happy for you.. I am beyond words...you were absolutely beautiful and your talent left me speechless! Enjoy the moment - know you will make a spectacular Miss America - can't wait to congratulate you in person. I know your family is so proud and I can't wait to see your Mom again too! Just breathe.....love you!
Congratulations Caressa on accomplishing your goal. You were and are absolutely stunning. With God as your co-pilot on this incredible journey, you are about to do great things. So buckle up, and enjoy the fruits of your hard labor. We, Virginia, are so very happy and proud. Look forward to your homecoming. Take care and God bless, Barbara Moore
Congratulations Caressa! I'm SO proud of you....you are an amazing and beautiful Miss America!! I can't wait for you to make an impact for many people. I have a feeling that this is just the beginning for you....much love, Maria Beall Virginia
I am very happy to call you Miss America, Caressa!!! Congratulations!! I wish you a wonderful journey this year. Wonderful life experiences will be coming your way.
Best regards, Wilheimina Youth Matter Inc. (Youth Matter America)
CONGRATULATIONS, Miss America 2010!!! Virginia has always been proud of you, but now even more so. It was so exciting, watching and waiting through the whole show last night, but the group I watched the pageant with knew every step of the way that you would come out on top. Just wish I could have been there to share it with you.
Godspeed as you embark on this wonderful and exciting year!! It will be great watching the impact you have on your own personal platform along with CMN. Knock 'em dead!!
Congratulations Caressa! Was there really any doubt? In reading my devotional today it is from Psalm 20:4 and very appropriate to share with you: "May He give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed." Your prayers have been answered. I hope Miss America doesn't totally steal you from us here in Virginia! :) The Uhligs
I am so excited and so proud of you for becoming Miss America. I believed you would win when others said you couldn't. You inspired me when you came to my school (Dinwiddie High). As a younger relative of yours, I look up to you and commend you for a job well done. Congratulations!! Best wishes from my family and I.
Saw you on Miss America last night. Congratulations - we absolutely loved your singing voice- just beautiful. We were cheering for you and glad you won! You were our favorite!!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I knew you were going to win!!!! Virginia is so proud of you and we know you will represent us well!!!!!! I can't believe I know Miss America!!!!!!
Congratulations Caressa! I met you at the Miss Missouri Pageant about three years ago and thought to myself.."She's a future Miss America"..thank you for making that thought a reality. It does my heart proud to see a woman with your heart and character capture America's most prestigious honor for women. May God bless you in your year to come.
Congratulations, Caressa, for winning the 2010 Miss America Pageant - Your beauty and voice are amazing. We cheered so hard for you from the very beginning, because you had the poise, intelligence, and warm personality that encompasses Miss America.
I hope your year is full of triumphs, joy, and peace. You are truly blessed by GOD, and I was so proud to hear you thank HIM first after your victory.
Your beauty shows through any makeup, Caressa, and so it was only natural that you win. So, I hope you don't mind if I make a suggestion as a professional makeup artist. Your eyes and lips are striking. However, your face and neck do not match in hue. Take a moment to change your face powder to one with more gold tones (think warm and not cool). Currently, it is too cool, pink, and pasty. I feel blessed to have an eye for colors, and hope that my suggestions is wanted and helpful.
All the best to you and yours, Caressa. Thank you again for setting such a wonderful example for young people by putting GOD first.
Hi Cousin! Congratulations! You have shown me that I can do anything if I put God first. I know you will represent America just as well as you have represented Virginia. P.S. Daddy(James) has been calling everyone he knows to share the news. -Petersburg, Va.
This blog was set up so that I can hear from all my friends and supporters and also where I can update all of you about what I'm doing and my experiences while at Miss America in Las Vegas!!
Looking forward to watching Caressa live her Miss America dream!
ReplyDeleteWe are asking everyone to comment on Caressa's blog instead of sending envelopes or packages to Planet Hollywood. Time permitting Caressa will keep us up-to-date on her Miss America experience.
ReplyDeleteHello All,
ReplyDeleteI am on my way to Vegas & excited is not even the word to describe how I feel! After the days of packing and looking at my bags by the front door it is time to go. I want to thank all of you for supporting me in my journey to Miss America. I am looking foward to moments that will last a lifetime. I am so proud of the Miss America class of 2010, these women are exceptional & I am sure whoever God gives the job to is ready and well prepared for it.
I would like to say thank you, first to God for this once in a lifetime chance to be apart of the Miss America experience.
Secondly to my family and friends for your undying support.
I would also like to thank the Miss Virginia board, you all have believed in me and my dreams from day one.
To the people of Virginia & all of my supporters, thank you for the constant inspiration. I am motivated everyday to impact Virginia for you. Thank you for showing me love.
I am going to try to keep this blog as up to date as possible so you can know what we're doing.
All my love,
Caressa Cameron
Miss Virginia 2009
Good Luck Caressa! No one deserves this like you do!
ReplyDeleteWe love you too and know you will make Virginia very proud! Have fun!
ReplyDeleteBreak a leg---we are all proud of you and know you will do your best!! More importantly have a blast!!
ReplyDeleteOops forgot to sign my name on that preious post---Jeanie Baldwin
ReplyDeleteGo Caressa!!! We are so very proud of you and will be checking in on your adventure in Las Vegas. Remember, we love you and wish only the best for you.
ReplyDeleteI have landed it's official. You'd think i'd come into Washington state all this rain. I had the pleasure of being on a flight with the beautiful Jen (Miss DC). You should have seen us trying to struggle to put our crown boxes in overstuffed carry on's because they were considered "extra" items & we already had purses! Hahaha that was an adventure but we "make it work" - (Tim's project runway voice btw)
ReplyDeleteTalk to you later!
Caressa - Sorry I missed your send off. I was told you were beautiful and when you sang it brought tears to many eyes. Just know that I am so proud to have known you and that you are finally realizing your dream. So cliche - but, win, lose, or draw you have already won and know you will continue to represent Virginia with style and grace. Will be routing for you...best of luck!
ReplyDeleteStay in the moment every day, have your mind set on that goal every morning you wake up, and leave it all there on the stage! You are an amazing competitor and wise beyond your years! You make me so proud to be a former Miss Virginia and you represent us so well. Miss America would be so blessed to have you. -Loveya, Mariah Rice
ReplyDeleteCaressa, Taylor wants me to let you know that she is so proud of you and wishes she could be there to personally cheer you one. Best of luck to you!
ReplyDeleteThe Burrells
Luck from the Miss Piedmont Region gang knock em dead
ReplyDeleteHester, Sherri, Veronica, Emily, Annika, Madison, Whitney and LaWanda
Oh and Livi too.
Oh my goodness Caressa, we are sooo excited for you. To be able to live your dream is absolutely phenomenal. Hold fast to your dreams because the future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams and some dreams are the touchstones of our character.
ReplyDeletePlease know that the whole family will be rooting for you - and when your name is announced, I am sure that the whole world will hear our screams of joy!
We Love You,
Linda, Brenda, Grammy, Bunny, Tiny and Tee
Caressa - You have a fan here in Michigan! I am a good friend of Dave Weinandy, one of your Miss VA judges, and he speaks so highly of you. I watched the arrival videos at Planet Hollywood yesterday and I was SO impressed with your humility and grace... I am feeling and thinking good things for you, girl! Will be cheering for you and Miss MI in Vegas in just a few days! Enjoy the ride!
ReplyDeleteBest,
Noddea Skidmore
http://web.mac.com/missspirit
Good luck Caressa! I know you will make VA proud.
ReplyDeleteMy Miss Va Roomie!
ReplyDeleteThanks for giving me the chance to brag to everyone I know that YOU were my roommate and friend during my first Miss Virginia experience. You are an exceptional young lady and someone I'm proud to have representing our Commonwealth. I have no doubt you are going to show Las Vegas what Virginia has to offer! You rock... and I congratulate you already on all of your successes!
LOVE YOU!
Erica Seredni
Caressa, A believer, Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "A believer is never disturbed because others do not yet see the fact which he sees." and Eleanor Roosevelt said, "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." You are a believer so go and claim your dream!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Carolyn and Andolyn Medina
Caressa, girl, knock 'em dead!
ReplyDeleteCaressa!!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see you on the Miss America stage! Break a leg in Vegas!!
Penny and Shelby Smith
Hello everyone!
ReplyDeleteToday was a blast. We started off making pancakes, I attempted to make a heart but no dice (it was all enlarged and deformed hahaha). We had breakfast with some Miracle kids from CMN, they were so inspiring. Little Ivan stole all of our hearts! Check out the Miss America Organization Facebook site for photos. We started working on opening number today (uhoh! Yall know i'm not a dancer haha) it looks amazing though. I would tell you the song but I don't want to spoil the show. We also went on Gondola rides this evening muuuuuuch fun.
Side note: everyone keeps asking me "hey! Where is the guy that follows the Virginia's?". Jeeze Julius you steal all the shine! Hahaha love you, see ya soon!
Hope you all are having a fabulous week. Thanks for all the love ;)
Keep your dreams alive. Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe.
ReplyDeleteGail Devers
Carassa: We believe in you!! much love Tori & Katie Dickerson
Caressa you are doing an amazing job and I know you will make all of Virginia proud :)
ReplyDeleteMisti Caviness
Hey Lady - So proud of you. Enjoy every minute at Miss America. May God keep you in His care, especially this week. Stay well and happy. Sending a hug to you .... Love, Sue & Buddy Cox
ReplyDeleteCaressa: Wishing you nothing but the best for the week ahead! Have fun! -The Irby's
ReplyDeleteYou are going to take Vegas by storm. It's going to be huge- I can feel it! So proud, little sister! Bring it home! Much love and many prayers and good vibes, K Glakas
ReplyDeleteHello Everyone!
ReplyDeleteWe are all having a great time here in Las Vegas. Yesterday we had the best time at the mall during the Fashion Show. It was great to see everyones unique style and how they work it on the cat walk. Dinner was fabulous as we celebrated Miss Deleware and Miss Penn's birthday's!
We had the pleasure of meeting the judges today after rehersal. It sooooooo sunk in at that moment that our lives will be forever changed as a result of this experience. I am so blessed to be here at this moment and in the company of some of the most amazing women in this country bar none!
Tomorrow is my interview, keep me in your prayers!
Caressa!
ReplyDeleteYou are in my prayers as you head to interview today. You will do a fantastic job as it was evident in your preparation! Can't wait to hear you sing, too! God bless you and all of the formers are behind you cheering you on! Love, Nancy Glisson Lucy
Caressa...
ReplyDeleteThere are NO words to describe just how proud of you that I am. You have always been that "little sister" that I never had.
You have accomplished so much and remember...no matter what happens, that you have always been MISS AMERICA to me.
Aleksis and I are rooting for you!
Love,
Yolanda & Aleksis
Hey Crissy
ReplyDeleteMy friends and I are throwing a big ole MA party in your honor---wow-from being crowned Jr. Miss Fredericksburg Fair to the Miss America stage how I have enjoyed being in your company throughout your competition years--what a pleasure you have been---keepin it real all the while---sending positive thoughts your way---have a blast, stay focused and give momma a hug if you get a chance---love you---Terri N--
Caressa -
ReplyDeleteNo matter the outcome, you are an extraordinary woman whose gifts go beyond reason. I pray for your success and health and know that all of us in the Greater Richmond family wish you the ultimate luck. Katie will be there to cheer you on. Bring it home.
Love,
Missy Minton and The Miss Greater Richmond Family
Best of luck in talent tonight! You have already made all of Virginia so proud! :)
ReplyDeleteGood Luck Caressa -- hope all your dreams come true!!!!
ReplyDeleteElizabeth Sgarlata
I told you this week was about your dreams coming true... now make the rest of it happen! Congrats on your talent win :)
ReplyDelete-Laura Pennington
So I'm definitely sitting here in tears. Im so overjoyed to witness your dream come true. A PRELIM TALENT AWARD....whaaaaaat! God is GOOD! :)
ReplyDeleteYou are a phenomenal woman, a hard worker, a genuine soul and so much more. Always remember to, "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven (Matthew 5:16)". Im proud of you girl.
All my support and prayers,
Ciara Brown (Miss VA C/O 08)
Caressa,
ReplyDeleteYou are on one of the most wonderful journeys of your life. I wish I could be there to witness the rewards of your hard work and determination. I am keeping track of the week by internet and you look marvelous. Congratulations on that talent award. Remember to relax (if you can), get some rest (when you can), keep God in your heart and he will guide you through the rest of this Miss America journey.
Go get em!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Caressa,
ReplyDeleteI feel so honored and blessed to call such an amazing young woman 'friend' and have been so proud of you since day one. You are bringing so much honor to Virginia and those around you. We are so ecstatic for your prelim win and recognize it as just the beginning of a destined-to-be magical week for you. Enjoy every moment! You're in my prayers!! <3 <3
I know what time it is :)
Lindsay Morris
OMG Caressa, you just absolutely amaze me. We are sooo very proud of you and your Preliminary Talent win. Remember what I told you before you left. The hard part is over, talent and interview ... the rest is just gravy for you. We'll be screaming until the cows come home Saturday night...Good luck girl.
ReplyDeleteLove Ya,
Linda B.
Dear Caressa,
ReplyDeleteI would like to congratulate you on your Preliminary Talent win. I will be watching and rooting for you on Saturday.
My prayers and good thoughts are with you.
Jason Robinson
Former E.D.
Miss Alexandria
OMGoodness of God I am nutts right now! Thank you so much for all of your support Virginia. I am so proud to be representing you and so honored you all are proud of me.
ReplyDeleteThis week is flying by. After interview's things have been going full speed ahead. We had the pleasure of seeing Phantom of the Opera on monday and it was ammmmmmmaaaaaaaazing!
I am looking foward to OSQ tonight :)
CARESSA!!! YOU ROCK, GIRL!!!! YOU CAN DO IT!!! CONGRATS ON TALENT!!! VA IS SO PROUD!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the preliminary Talent win. Good luck on Thursday with the Swimwear. I'm sure you did amazing in the Interview. We both know this is nothing but a means to get to this weekend, but good luck. I am faith in your abilities.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, all the best to you! You are on your way to being the next MISS AMERICA,without a doubt in our minds!
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Caressa- wish I could be there to cheer you on, Courtney said you are "rocking it". She called me at 1:30 a.m. here to tell me that your O.S.Q. was wonderful!- We are so proud of you keep shining!!!- Jeanine Garrett
ReplyDeleteI heard your OSQ from Pat's facebook page! He is so cute recording everything for those of as at home to hear it. I was blown away by how much you have grown this year! Your answer was spot on and had conviction. Again, keep it real, keep your eye on the prize and know... we have always called you our Miss America!
ReplyDeleteAll our love!
Sherri, Rick, Nolan and Miranda
Caressa,
ReplyDeleteFirst things first: CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR TALENT WIN!!! You have truly been an inspiration to me since the night I saw you win The Miss Fredericksburg Fair a few years back. We are so lucky to have you representing Virginia, and I know you will continue to make us so proud! It is so amazing to watch as your dreams come true, and how you are living proof that if you follow your dreams anything is possible! GOOD LUCK CARESSA!
Elissa Taylor
(Miss Tidewater-Peninsula 2010)
Caressa, you are our shining star and we are all SO proud of you. I've been thinking about you all week, and I cannot wait to get to Vegas and watch you rock that stage saturday night, I know wonderful things are in store for finals! Love you!
ReplyDelete<3 Caitlin Uze
Congratulations LaLa!!!! We are so proud of you....Clearly you rocked the talent competition - keep up the good work and bring the Miss America title home!!!!
ReplyDeleteWe Love You!
Chad & Shannon Woodson
Caressa---All of your pictures show us you are having a great time and just how prepared you are--not to mention you are looking terrific. Congratulations on your talent win--you are making VA proud to have you as our Miss!! Knock the socks off everyone saturday night!!! Jeanie Baldwin
ReplyDeleteCaressa, You are blessed and highly favored! Stay focused. We love you! Valerie Clark
ReplyDeleteGood luck this evening! Maybe you will be a double preliminary winner.
ReplyDeleteCaressa,
ReplyDeleteYou are proof that dreams and possibilities are endless when you believe in yourself. Congratulations!!!
Caressa, you are truly an inspiration for me. In my eyes you are already Miss America. We will be praying for you!!! Congrats on Preliminary Talent and knock em dead in swim suit and evening gown tonight.
ReplyDeleteMUCH LOVE <3 ,
Courtney Jamison
ps. My mom said you sang the HECK out of your song.. you had her in tears!
We all are excited about watching our Miss VA compete tomorrow night, wish we could be there to cheer you on.. Good Luck! You will be gorgeous as always! We've all been saying that you are going to be dynamic! The Team @ Bride's House & Formals & Mr. Tuxedo!!
ReplyDeleteCaressa-
ReplyDeleteCONGRATULATIONS on your Talent win!!!! I knew you were going to take that!!!! I wish you the best of luck tomorrow night. Know that no matter what happens, you have made Virginia proud and we are blessed to have someone like you representing our state. Good luck and I can't wait until tomorrow night!!!
Stephanie Connelly
I look up to you and hope to be in your same exact shoes in years to come ! i believe in you from the first time i saw you , i cant stop thinking about this big day tomorrow ! congrats on pre-lims. you can do it ! :)
ReplyDeleteCaressa & Mom, Congratulations, I knew you would win talent. Keep up the good work We are all so proud of you. Tell Mom to keep on praying, good things are happening. We'll see.
ReplyDeleteVa Beach is praying with her.
It looks like our MA parties are being cancelled due to snow. Due to that fact, instead of concentrated clusters of cheers, you will actually hear cheering from all over the state of Virginia! Good Luck tonight ~ you have all of our support!
ReplyDeleteMary and Catherine Turner (Roanoke)
Tonights the Night!!!! We are all there with you. Just want to send my love. Remember you will always be OUR Miss Virginia.!!
ReplyDeleteBREATHE IN! BREATHE OUT! Go get'em Girl!!!!
SO PROUD OF YOU!!!
Bootie
Best of Luck Caressa - you've made us all proud you represent Virginia -- you can do it!!!
ReplyDeleteCaressa!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on accomplishing your goal up to this point! It was no surprise at all to find out you won talent on the very first night! It is obvious how hard you have worked and how deserving you are of this! You have looked spectacular all week and I am so proud to call you my Miss Virginia! We are all praying for you here! You have been a great Miss Virginia, and you will be a stellar Miss America!;) Rock it out, girl! We know you can do it! Believe in yourself!
<3,
Heather Baker:)
Caressa: We all here in South Hill know you are the best. We are so proud of you. We love you. Farrar Family
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
ReplyDeleteMy wife and I picked you out at the beginning as this year's winner. As former residents of Virginia (and my wife is from Alexandria), we are so very proud of you!!!
Al and Carol
CONGRATULATIONS!!! We all knew you could do it!!!! WOOHOO!!
ReplyDeleteWell we prayed so hard in Virginia Beach despite the Snow storm All Our prayers were answered. Wes kept saying all the time you were going to win. I am so happy for you and MOM. Dad looked Proud too. Congradulations again again and again. Polly and Wes
ReplyDeleteCONGRATULATIONS CARESSA! Words cannot express how proud I am of you! (I'm sitting here bawling my eyes out!) You are truly an inspiring woman, and I know you are going to be a STELLAR MISS AMERICA!!! CONGRATULATIONS AGAIN!
ReplyDeleteElissa Taylor
Miss Tidewater-Peninsula 2010
Thrilled the entire show knowing that you were going to come out on top. You've spent years preparing for this and it has paid off! Congratulations on your win and prayers for a fabulous year as Miss America. I know you'll continue to make Virginia proud!
ReplyDeleteMichala Sumnick Suh
Caressa, we've been proud to call you Miss Virginia, and you will make us proud now as Miss America! Congratulations! You have earned this. Best wishes!
ReplyDeleteMarla Baker
good job, I knew you could do it ! Your soo pretty(:
ReplyDeleteCaressa, Wow you are amazing! Enjoy your year and enjoy every moment. We are so proud of you and all your hard work in Virginia.
ReplyDeleteMiss Va Beach and Tidewater VA Pageant
YOU DID IT! i told you that you could do it...patience is a virtue...CONGRATULATIONS!
ReplyDeleteCongrats Cousin!!!
ReplyDeleteYour Virginia family is really excited. Mama and Daddy calling everyone still. Enjoy the rest of your time out in Vegas and your year as Miss America!!
CONGRATULATIONS Caressa! I told you that you could do it...patience is a virtue!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! We are proud of you and we know you will represent America well.
ReplyDelete-Mrs. Beryl Cameron & Destiny Cameron
Charlotte, NC
Caressa, We met briefly in the elevator at the Rosen Center at MAOT in August. My friend noticed your shoes but when I looked up and saw your face I knew you were Miss Virginia because I'd already picked you for Miss America. It was so nice to meet you and we could all see then that you had a special glow about you. I commented to my group that we had just met the next Miss America! We are so happy for you. Enjoy your year and we hope to cross paths again, maybe in an elevator again! Congratulations and God Bless you.
ReplyDeleteGod has truly shown you favor and it is just beginning. cONGRATULATIONS Caressa!
ReplyDeleteMy sincerest congrats to you!!! I am so happy for you.
ReplyDeleteTo be honest I am new to following you on this journey, and just tuned in tonight to see the crowning of the new Miss America. It may sound bias that I'm a Virginian myself, so naturally I wanted the girl from my state to win, but when I saw who represented me I was thrilled!
You are a beautiful black woman and I am completely honored to be represented by you!
I hope to meet you someday. I will follow.
Take Care and God Bless,
Shekera
Way to go Girl!!!!! We are very proud of you and happy for your family. Make every moment count.
ReplyDeleteHester Fletcher and Olivia and Emily
Congratulations Caressa, your mom made me believe that you could do it. You were fabulous!! Enjoy your time as Miss America, you deserve it.
ReplyDeleteFriend of your mom.
From a Grandmother:
ReplyDeleteI will be praying for you Caressa. What a joy to have a beautiful Christian girl as Miss America. Congratulations! Jesus Loves You!
Congratulations Ms. Cameron on winning the Miss America pageant! I look forward to your talking the Real Talk about HIV. Maybe more people will listen and act.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Caressa Cameron Miss America 2010!!!! VA is so proud of you, truly a dream come true! You are such an inspiration to so many young women. Enjoy the next chapter of your life. We are all so proud of you--Jeanie Baldwin
ReplyDeleteYour Virginia peeps are very proud of you! Have a wonderful year as MISS AMERICA! Can you believe it!!?? Hope to see you soon.
ReplyDeleteCaressa, we are so proud of you. Seems like yesterday you were asking me if I was coming to D.C. to see you in our lil' girls pagent. You were amazing then and tonight I looked back and said wow...We have been praying for this night and it truly a dream come true for you. What I admire most is that you took time to give GOD PRAISE before you took another step. When we realize that we can do nothing without GOD, that's when we are truly a winner!!! We love you and pray for GOD to guide your every step.
ReplyDeleteYour family in North Carolina
Hi Caressa,
ReplyDeleteLast year at about this same time, I introduced myself to you at the Heart Bar at Planet Hollywood Vegas. I said I bet you would be on the Miss America stage as a contestant in 2010! You were so gracious. In fact you said I should tell your mother this very thing. I can't tell you how thrilled I was to watch you crowned tonight. Wish I could have been there in person. You have a fan in Texas
CONGRATULATIONS, MISS AMERICA! You certainly did VA proud tonight! I am sure that the best year of your life is waiting for you and when you're ready to come home, VA will welcome you back with open arms! Blessings to you and your journey in the upcoming year!
ReplyDeleteJillian Green Manning
Caressa,
ReplyDeleteYou have made us all so very proud. We were so excited to be in Roanoke to see you finally receive your much deserved crown and title, but it was absolutely amazing and moving to see your dream come true tonight! Congratulations and God bless you!
Marti and Madison Perry
OMG Caressa! I am so so so happy for you.. I am beyond words...you were absolutely beautiful and your talent left me speechless! Enjoy the moment - know you will make a spectacular Miss America - can't wait to congratulate you in person. I know your family is so proud and I can't wait to see your Mom again too! Just breathe.....love you!
ReplyDeleteMiss America,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Caressa on accomplishing your goal. You were and are absolutely stunning. With God as your co-pilot on this incredible journey, you are about to do great things. So buckle up, and enjoy the fruits of your hard labor. We, Virginia, are so very happy and proud. Look forward to your homecoming. Take care and God bless,
Barbara Moore
Congratulations Caressa! I'm SO proud of you....you are an amazing and beautiful Miss America!! I can't wait for you to make an impact for many people. I have a feeling that this is just the beginning for you....much love,
ReplyDeleteMaria Beall
Virginia
I am very happy to call you Miss America, Caressa!!! Congratulations!! I wish you a wonderful journey this year. Wonderful life experiences will be coming your way.
ReplyDeleteBest regards,
Wilheimina
Youth Matter Inc. (Youth Matter America)
Caressa,
ReplyDeleteCONGRATULATIONS, Miss America 2010!!! Virginia has always been proud of you, but now even more so. It was so exciting, watching and waiting through the whole show last night, but the group I watched the pageant with knew every step of the way that you would come out on top. Just wish I could have been there to share it with you.
Godspeed as you embark on this wonderful and exciting year!! It will be great watching the impact you have on your own personal platform along with CMN. Knock 'em dead!!
Toni McLawhorn
Congratulations Caressa! Was there really any doubt? In reading my devotional today it is from Psalm 20:4 and very appropriate to share with you: "May He give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed." Your prayers have been answered. I hope Miss America doesn't totally steal you from us here in Virginia! :)
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Hello Caressa from Northern Virginia
ReplyDeleteI am so happy you won..and really pleasantly
surprised too!! Have a great year..and
I wish you all the best as the new 2010
Miss America!!
Joyce Small Herndon, Va
I am so excited and so proud of you for becoming Miss America. I believed you would win when others said you couldn't. You inspired me when you came to my school (Dinwiddie High). As a younger relative of yours, I look up to you and commend you for a job well done. Congratulations!! Best wishes from my family and I.
ReplyDeleteSaw you on Miss America last night. Congratulations - we absolutely loved your singing voice- just beautiful. We were cheering for you and glad you won! You were our favorite!!
ReplyDeleteI knew you would do it!! Way to go! You rocked the whole pageant! What a wonderful feeling to say you are our Miss America! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteBecky Hollins
Bride's House & formals & Mr. Tuxedo
Roanoke, VA
You go girl! I love it when a short gal wins! I think Kylene Barker was 5'4" also. Have a wonderful year, we are proud of you.
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Dear Caressa,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! I am so happy for you. I thank God for answering our prayers.
I knew that you were special from the moment I first met you. You are proof that dreams come true.
Thank you for being who you are. You inspire more than you know.
Have an amazing year at Miss America!
Jason Robinson
Miss Alexandria
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I knew you were going to win!!!! Virginia is so proud of you and we know you will represent us well!!!!!! I can't believe I know Miss America!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteCONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
Stephanie Connelly
Congratulations Caressa! I met you at the
ReplyDeleteMiss Missouri Pageant about three years ago and thought to myself.."She's a future Miss America"..thank you for making that thought a reality. It does my heart proud to see a woman with your heart and character capture America's most prestigious honor for women. May God bless you in your year to come.
Caressa:
ReplyDeleteAs you read the card at the send-off, it said: Dreams really do come true.. and sure enough they did. Enjoy your reign
-The Irby's
Congratulations, Caressa, for winning the 2010 Miss America Pageant - Your beauty and voice are amazing. We cheered so hard for you from the very beginning, because you had the poise, intelligence, and warm personality that encompasses Miss America.
ReplyDeleteI hope your year is full of triumphs, joy, and peace. You are truly blessed by GOD, and I was so proud to hear you thank HIM first after your victory.
Your beauty shows through any makeup, Caressa, and so it was only natural that you win. So, I hope you don't mind if I make a suggestion as a professional makeup artist. Your eyes and lips are striking. However, your face and neck do not match in hue. Take a moment to change your face powder to one with more gold tones (think warm and not cool). Currently, it is too cool, pink, and pasty. I feel blessed to have an eye for colors, and hope that my suggestions is wanted and helpful.
All the best to you and yours, Caressa. Thank you again for setting such a wonderful example for young people by putting GOD first.
Hi Cousin! Congratulations! You have shown me that I can do anything if I put God first. I know you will represent America just as well as you have represented Virginia.
ReplyDeleteP.S. Daddy(James) has been calling everyone he knows to share the news.
-Petersburg, Va.
You Go Girl!! You made us proud! How lovely you are and what a wonderful Miss America you will be! David Bryson, Richmond Virginia!
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