Happy Thanksgiving everybody!
Today was a very crazy day for me. It was one that was nonstop and pretty hectic. I woke up this morning to a nice big breakfast made by my very loving mommy (my sister and I had to go to work, so she decided to make breakfast instead of dinner). We had bacon, sausage, Pillsbury cinnamon rolls- my favorite, oranges, potatoes, toast, ham, and all that other good stuff!
From there I had to rush and get ready to go to lunch with John's family. We met everyone at the Manchester Inn in downtown Middletown, where we had a huge buffet laid out with prime rib, corn, mashed potatoes, pasta salad, rolls, and of course turkey and dressing. It all was so good but then I had to rush out of there because I had work from 3:45-8pm. When I arrived at Cracker Barrel in was pretty crazy. All night it was packed but afterwards I got to go home and pass out for about 3 hours.
When I woke up about 11:30 at night, it was time to get ready to go out. I am a huge bargain shopper (when I mean huge, I mean HUGE!) and cannot miss a great sale on Black Friday. At midnight the Monroe Outlet Mall was open and I had to be there! After getting a couple things, I then went to Waffle House for a quick breakfast before I got started at the other places. I headed off next to Target and then from there to Wal-Mart. I was starting to get exhausted from all this running around and waiting in these very long lines. I then went home to have another quick meal and headed off to the Kenwood area where I stopped at Barnes and Noble, Toys R'us, and the mall.
After that I was finally finished for the day. I must say though that it was a lot of fun and very rewarding with all the gifts I purchased at extremely low prices. So in the end my crazy shopping trip was all worth it!
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
A Visit To Williamsburg
This morning I left with my mom to Williamsburg Elementary, where my Aunt Reggie is a teacher. I visited with the 3rd through 5th graders and talked with them about eating healthy, staying active, and how important school is. After my discussion the kids got to have a question and answer session with me and boy were they excited!
A lot of the girls asked me about my favorite singers, movies, and songs. They also asked me about my favorite store and what kind of dresses I get to wear. They loved seeing pictures of me in my gown at Miss Ohio. I was surprised though to see all the boys with their hands raised! They were equally excited as the girls to ask me questions. They tend to have questions more about sports and my favorite teams. One of the questions was, "What is your favorite comedy movie?" (That was an easy one to answer- anything with Adam Sandler in it!)
We had to end the questioning after 20 minutes; they literally asked me about 40 questions! They were a little upset and disappointed that I had to leave and couldn't stay for lunch with them. But before I left I signed a bunch of pictures for each one of them and even a couple for their family members.
A lot of the girls asked me about my favorite singers, movies, and songs. They also asked me about my favorite store and what kind of dresses I get to wear. They loved seeing pictures of me in my gown at Miss Ohio. I was surprised though to see all the boys with their hands raised! They were equally excited as the girls to ask me questions. They tend to have questions more about sports and my favorite teams. One of the questions was, "What is your favorite comedy movie?" (That was an easy one to answer- anything with Adam Sandler in it!)
We had to end the questioning after 20 minutes; they literally asked me about 40 questions! They were a little upset and disappointed that I had to leave and couldn't stay for lunch with them. But before I left I signed a bunch of pictures for each one of them and even a couple for their family members.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
20 Years Young
Playing Deal or No Deal at Chuckee Cheese for Adria's 4th Birthday (The game was getting pretty serious!) 
Today I am 20! I can't believe it's already another birthday. John took me out last night to the Golden Lamb in Lebanon and my family taking me to Jax's Grille on Newport later tonight. Then were going to Gameworks to have a little late night fun! For my birthday I got some really funny gifts. My sister and niece bought me a Dip 'N Dots maker (I love ice cream!). But the funny thing is this machine doesn't make real Dip 'N Dots ice cream, it makes flavored water that you have to freeze!
I am absolutely obsessed with the Twilight Saga and have been a couple years before the movies even started filming and so my brother got me a New Moon jewelry chest and John got me the Edward and Bella Barbie dolls. Finally my parents brought out this big box and I really had no idea what could be in it. To my surprise it was a flat screen TV! I already had a TV in my room but it was a 9" box that only played VHS, so I bet you understand how excited I was! What I love about this TV is that it was the perfect size for my room (about 24") and it could be mounted on my wall.
I had a lot of fun this birthday and before I know it, it will be time for my next one!
I am absolutely obsessed with the Twilight Saga and have been a couple years before the movies even started filming and so my brother got me a New Moon jewelry chest and John got me the Edward and Bella Barbie dolls. Finally my parents brought out this big box and I really had no idea what could be in it. To my surprise it was a flat screen TV! I already had a TV in my room but it was a 9" box that only played VHS, so I bet you understand how excited I was! What I love about this TV is that it was the perfect size for my room (about 24") and it could be mounted on my wall.
I had a lot of fun this birthday and before I know it, it will be time for my next one!
Saturday, November 21, 2009
The Final Race
With my running buddy, Adrianna
Dancing!!!
With some of my girls
About to give a little last minute motivational speech to all 500 girls!
The CoachesAfter the appearance at Bob Roncker's, I became very ill for about a week and a half. I was unable to make any other appearances as Miss Ohio for awhile (for the sake of not getting anybody else sick). But early this morning I had the Girls On The Run (GOTR as I refer to it) final 5k race! I coach the GOTR program at Corryville Catholic and have been so excited for this race for awhile. My girls have been working very hard all season for this and I felt that they were truly ready.
I arrived at Sawyer Point (downtown Cincinnati) to the race with my crown and sash in place. Immediately when I got out of my car and was still in the parking lot, girls and their parents ran up to me and asked for photos. It was such an awesome feeling to be seen as this role model for all these girls (there were 500 girls there). Finally I got to my team area and saw all my little girls and the other coaches. Everyone had a smile on their face and was so excited for the race. There was a DJ playing some music by the Black Eyed Peas and then the Cha Cha Slide came on. Of course I had to dance!
Before the race began, I was asked to give a pep talk to all the girls. I told them how proud I was of all of them and that today was the day that they all had been working so hard for. The race was finally about to start and I got in line with my running buddy Adrianna. The race seemed to go by so quick and before I knew it, the finish line was in our sight. Adrianna and I sprinted as fast as we could for the finish. Everyone was screaming for us and yelling "Go Miss Ohio!" (I decided to wear my sash during the race) When we had crossed the finish line, Adrianna was so excited! We were the first ones done from our team! We then went to stand by the finish line and cheer everyone else on.
When my whole team was done, I had to say my goodbyes. I would not get to see them till next fall for the next season. But I did promise them to visit their school before I leave for Miss USA...and I always keep my promises!
I arrived at Sawyer Point (downtown Cincinnati) to the race with my crown and sash in place. Immediately when I got out of my car and was still in the parking lot, girls and their parents ran up to me and asked for photos. It was such an awesome feeling to be seen as this role model for all these girls (there were 500 girls there). Finally I got to my team area and saw all my little girls and the other coaches. Everyone had a smile on their face and was so excited for the race. There was a DJ playing some music by the Black Eyed Peas and then the Cha Cha Slide came on. Of course I had to dance!
Before the race began, I was asked to give a pep talk to all the girls. I told them how proud I was of all of them and that today was the day that they all had been working so hard for. The race was finally about to start and I got in line with my running buddy Adrianna. The race seemed to go by so quick and before I knew it, the finish line was in our sight. Adrianna and I sprinted as fast as we could for the finish. Everyone was screaming for us and yelling "Go Miss Ohio!" (I decided to wear my sash during the race) When we had crossed the finish line, Adrianna was so excited! We were the first ones done from our team! We then went to stand by the finish line and cheer everyone else on.
When my whole team was done, I had to say my goodbyes. I would not get to see them till next fall for the next season. But I did promise them to visit their school before I leave for Miss USA...and I always keep my promises!
The Girls On The Run Cincinnati even did a coach profile on me in their monthly newsletter. Here it is:
Coach Profile: Amanda Tempel
Amanda first learned about the Girls on the Run when she was in the 5th grade at St. Bernard Elementary and her mother signed her up to participate. The experience not only introduced her to competitive running, but also inspired a desire to be a coach herself. Today, Amanda is not only a student at University of Cincinnati and an active runner, but she’s also Miss Ohio 2009 and a dedicated Girls on the Run Coach.
"I started out helping my mom coach the St. Clement track team when I was a freshman in high school and have done so ever since. I love coaching and one of my long-term goals is to become a head coach for a high school cross country team one day. I also became interested in coaching the GOTR program because the program did so much for me when I was younger and wanted to give something back to it. I wanted to be someone that all of these young girls look up to and to look to for help during such a confusing time."
Be sure to root for Amanda at the Miss USA competition on April 18, 2010 on NBC!
Amanda first learned about the Girls on the Run when she was in the 5th grade at St. Bernard Elementary and her mother signed her up to participate. The experience not only introduced her to competitive running, but also inspired a desire to be a coach herself. Today, Amanda is not only a student at University of Cincinnati and an active runner, but she’s also Miss Ohio 2009 and a dedicated Girls on the Run Coach.
"I started out helping my mom coach the St. Clement track team when I was a freshman in high school and have done so ever since. I love coaching and one of my long-term goals is to become a head coach for a high school cross country team one day. I also became interested in coaching the GOTR program because the program did so much for me when I was younger and wanted to give something back to it. I wanted to be someone that all of these young girls look up to and to look to for help during such a confusing time."
Be sure to root for Amanda at the Miss USA competition on April 18, 2010 on NBC!
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
The First CUT
Today I had an appointment with Michael at Salon Bastille in Downtown Montgomery (my hair sponsor). I decided, well Melissa and Michael decided :), that I needed to go a bit darker but keep the color natural. Of course I needed a trim as well! Michael also added some layering around my face. The results were amazing and I love my new Do!!!!! Thanks Michael, you really can work wonders!
Saturday, November 7, 2009
A Day At "The Playground"
Picking out the prize winners!
At the St. Bernard Employee Appreciation Dinner
With Bob RonckerAs most people know, I am a runner. Running is a huge part of my life and it has done so much for me. Through running I have learned to always see myself as a winner and that if you want to get something out of it, you have to put the time in. Bob Roncker helped me become a better runner when I was a junior and senior in high school. I did his summer cross country camp and always went to his store to get my new running shoes. Bob is also a sponsor of the Cincinnati GOTR program and donates brand new shoes for all of the girls.
When I won Miss Ohio I knew I wanted to work with him and his store Bob Roncker's Running Spot. Today I went to the Running Spot in O'Bryonville for their grand opening of their new floor called "The Playground." No there is not a real playground on that level. Instead it was named so for the reason that the kinds of people that shop there are very active in everyday life and tend to multitask. I was so excited to be a part of this experience and to get to meet all of these different runners from all over Cincinnati. I signed a few pictures and wore this black casual dress that they picked out for me and that they sell in the store.
I even got some cute workout clothes for Miss USA! All the employees were great, especially Bonnie!
Later that evening I went with my mom to the St. Bernard Employee Appreciation Dinner. My mom works St. Bernard at City Hall and my Dad is a St. Bernard police officer. This was the first time they held a dinner like this and it was awesome! They had a DJ and dance floor set up at the municipal building and we were served buffet style completed with a huge chocolate fountain! It was nice to be surrounded by fellow St. Bernardians, a lot of who I've grown up with my entire life. There was even a raffle where I was asked to be the one to draw the winners. I drew my own ticket and won tickets to a Miami University hockey game! And if you knew me, you would know that hockey is my absolute favorite sport!
Finally we ended the night doing the Electric Slide, Cupid's Shuffle, and the Cha Cha Slide. I had an absolute blast! I promise you this; St. Bernard is one of the greatest places to live!
Oh and Mike, I won't forgot our promise if I win Miss USA.... 5 Fingers!
When I won Miss Ohio I knew I wanted to work with him and his store Bob Roncker's Running Spot. Today I went to the Running Spot in O'Bryonville for their grand opening of their new floor called "The Playground." No there is not a real playground on that level. Instead it was named so for the reason that the kinds of people that shop there are very active in everyday life and tend to multitask. I was so excited to be a part of this experience and to get to meet all of these different runners from all over Cincinnati. I signed a few pictures and wore this black casual dress that they picked out for me and that they sell in the store.
I even got some cute workout clothes for Miss USA! All the employees were great, especially Bonnie!
Later that evening I went with my mom to the St. Bernard Employee Appreciation Dinner. My mom works St. Bernard at City Hall and my Dad is a St. Bernard police officer. This was the first time they held a dinner like this and it was awesome! They had a DJ and dance floor set up at the municipal building and we were served buffet style completed with a huge chocolate fountain! It was nice to be surrounded by fellow St. Bernardians, a lot of who I've grown up with my entire life. There was even a raffle where I was asked to be the one to draw the winners. I drew my own ticket and won tickets to a Miami University hockey game! And if you knew me, you would know that hockey is my absolute favorite sport!
Finally we ended the night doing the Electric Slide, Cupid's Shuffle, and the Cha Cha Slide. I had an absolute blast! I promise you this; St. Bernard is one of the greatest places to live!
Oh and Mike, I won't forgot our promise if I win Miss USA.... 5 Fingers!
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Roger Bacon Open House
Getting ready to leave for the RB Open HouseToday I had to wake up bright and early to get ready for the Roger Bacon Open House. I graduated from Bacon in 2008 and when they found out I won Miss Ohio, they asked if I could come and talk to perspective students. When I arrived everyone was so thrilled to see me! I first started out just greeting parents and students coming through the door. Later on I went around to different classrooms, to the Fogarty Gym, and the Auditorium. I got to see a bunch of my former teachers once again. Mr. Mueller (my former chemistry teacher) had an experiment set up where you could catch bubbles on your hand and then he would light them on fire! Of course I had to try it!!
When I went up to the auditorium to see all the different clubs, I saw Erin and Brandon, 2 former students that I graduated with. I was so excited to see them and talk to them about how so much has changed since high school. One of the girls I coach for Girls On the Run was there with her older sister too. Her parents said that they didn't believe her at first when she told them that Miss Ohio coaches her, but now they do!
I then went to the gym to see my old cross country coaches. Coach Ryan and Coach Feitchner both congratulated me on my accomplishments and were proud to see how far I've come. While I was in the gym I had my picture taken for the Evening of Excellence so that it could be raffled off. I had a great time at RB and it brought back so many memories. I'm so happy I got to see everyone and hope to make some more appearances there.
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