So, it has arrived.
The week of the official Miss Bolton and Bury final 2015, I thought I would share some pictures of my run up to the final first:
http://sheforeverdreamswithin.blogspot.co.uk/p/my-journey-to-miss-bolton-bury-final.html
It's been hectic, mad, crazy but extremely worth everything! It is something that has brought my family to be closer than ever, we've had tears of sadness and stress yet tears of laughter and joy.
I want to say Thank You to a lot of people, hence why I am doing it on my blog!
A big thank you to Mark and the Miss Bolton and Bury team for giving me such an amazing opportunity to be a part of Miss Bolton & Bury. I think I say without a doubt that I couldn't have been able to do any of this without the consideration of you and your team! Already, the consideration gave me a significant amount of new found confidence.
To the Variety Charity, for giving me everything I needed to raise as much money as possible to help those unfortunate children in the North West. You're generosity and helpfulness has been phenomenal, Thank you.
A big thank you to Carol at Dragonflies Boutique for giving me an opportunity to model some gorgeous dresses, and I also purchased a very beautiful dress off her! You also gave me a lot confidence. And also to Anthony Bradshaw who took some amazing pictures on the day, very good photographer! Also, to Carol and her son, Martin providing me with some amazing jewellery to accompany my gowns!
As well as this, to Kylie at Stardust boutique who found me my party-wear outfit and evening wear to fit my tight little budget!
To the Holiday Inn, Bolton Centre for their help in raising money at the Christmas parties! They isn't a better place to work, it's a huge family.
Thank you to the Hollywood Bowl, Bolton for allowing me to place my Variety collection boxes on Reception and Bar!
Thank you to Pat, who offered me a great opportunity but due to complications I couldn't do!
To Staples and the Children Today shop for helping me with the vital pieces for my Eco-wear!
To Eddy, at my Mum's work helping me with another vital piece of my eco wear!
To my Aunty Jean helping me figure out how to put everything together!
To Natalia, Kim, Andy, Sally, Wes, Chloe, Victoria, Emily and everybody else who are pushing votes to help me gain points in the final!
A huge thank you to my family in Leicester, who are also pushing votes!
A HUGE, MASSIVE, GIGANTIC thank you to Jess Watts! I had a full day of pageant training, in order to boost my confidence. I have found myself practising posing, walking up and down the hall (driving my cats crazy!) Most of my confidence as come from this girl and I can't wait to make her proud! My inspiration!
To Christine at the hair dressers for giving me tips on how to keep my face fresh and clean!
A big thank you also to College, who are helping me raise awareness and money for Variety, and the little something extra!
But I have my extra special thank you to give:
Throughout my life, since a young age I have had 3 very important people in my life. They have suffered when I have suffered, laughed when I laughed by most importantly they have stood by me!
My Grandad: He tells me how it is, when things aren't right, when I look ridiculous. However, he is my best friend and my anchor on stormy seas! He would never be seen at a beauty pageant usually, but he's especially coming to mine and dressing up for it too! He has prepared me for interview, and told me things in his own way that have made me feel special! To make it short, everything I do he is proud of. He believes in me, and that's a value that cannot be replaced! Thank you Grandad.
My Nan: Where can I start? All the alterations she has had to do, my evening wear and interview wear! She stresses at me so much but then when I need her she's there, she bought my one of my favourite gowns for Dragonflies Boutique and also is always on the look out for things I may need and that would be ideal to me! Without my Nan, I would be going out on the catwalk not feeling my best, and going to my interview in something that isn't my favourite day-time wear! I can't express my love and appreciation!
Most importantly my Mum: We have had tears together and very stressed moments, but we are coming out strong! She has been involved in EVERYTHING! She gave me the budget for my gowns, she's been helping me cleanse my face everyday, reminding me about things that need doing or need to be considered! And most importantly she is sticking by my side, she may edit everything I wear and she has an obsession about pockets! So beware fellow contestants, if she's back stage she will have her 'tit tape' and will be making sure you all look perfect - a little warning! But she is my Mum, she has been there every step of the way, and she makes me smile and laugh! She is perfection!
This competition has brought my family and I closer than ever!
I have so much appreciation for everybody, so now for the last time:
Please vote Nicole Lake to be your next Miss Bolton and Bury 2015
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