I can't believe how quickly this past month has flown by! Between all of my appearances and Miss New York Week, it has really been one to remember.
One month ago, on the 4th of July, I participated in the annual parade on Travis Avenue for the second year in a row. This year, though, I was glad to be joined by many more queens: Miss Staten Island, Miss Richmond County, Miss Staten Island's Outstanding Teen, Miss Richmond County's Outstanding Teen, and Miss Southern New York's Outstanding Teen.
One month ago, on the 4th of July, I participated in the annual parade on Travis Avenue for the second year in a row. This year, though, I was glad to be joined by many more queens: Miss Staten Island, Miss Richmond County, Miss Staten Island's Outstanding Teen, Miss Richmond County's Outstanding Teen, and Miss Southern New York's Outstanding Teen.
Travis hosts one of the oldest consecutive Independence Day celebrations in the United States! Talk about an honor! It’s amazing to have been invited to be a part of something with such a rich history behind it, for the second time.
Prior to the start of the parade, we gathered in the parking lot and spent some time in the air-conditioned Wendy's, too, since it was so hot! We mingled with participants and spectators and prepared for trip down Travis Avenue.
I was grateful to have found a driver that agreed drive me this year. Sal, a friend of my neighbor, was excited to ride in the parade with his beautiful convertible! I don't know much about cars, but I knew that this one was pretty incredible!
Just as last year, with this parade, route was quite intimate. The "fans" were very close to us and I was able to speak with them from the car! It was a hot day, but spirits were high!
I had a great time with my fellow queens and my community at the 4th of July Parade and topped off my day by spending some quality time with Miss Southern New York's Outstanding Teen, Alexa Moley, and her family! Thanks to everyone on the Travis Parade Committee for having me back!