Right now 1 in 3 children in teh United States are considered obese.
The Child Nutrition Act currently being debated in Congress could provide a much needed boost for healtheir school lunch programs and physical education programs to fight childhood obesity.
But Congress is dragging its feet on passing this legislation that would prioritize the health of our kids. We've been telling them enough is enough- now we need to show them.
Will you take a picture of yourself or kids, grandkids or friends holding a sign with a clear message to Congress: "Please give me (or my child or grandchild) healthy options. Pass the Child Nutrition Act"?
Email your picture to amheartadvocacy@yahoo.com
About Me
- Miss Texas International 2011
- I am Miss Texas International 2011. I was recently crowned in San Antonio, Texas on March 13th, 2011. I also won the Fitness & Interview award. This experience is one of the most exhilirating and amazing accomplishments I have ever achieved. I was born and raised in the great city of Dallas,Texas. My platform is "Preventing Child Obesity" and I have dedicated my reign to educate parents and children about the importance of healthy food choices. Educating children at a young age about the importance of eating right is a significant part of my life; which is why I continue to reach out to new organizations providing new ideas to help prevent child obesity. I am available for appearances,attend special presentations and assist with civic and non-profit oriented projects. To schedule an appearance, contact the State Office, at 210.403.0589 and ask for Kristin Koether, Executive State Director. Inner beauty if a very important part of my beliefs; my favorite quote that reminds me of that everyday is "Beauty cannot be seen or even touched, it must be felt with the heart" Thanks for visiting my page!
Thursday, July 29, 2010
As the cast of the new movie "Standing Ovation" will tell you, dancing is fun- and great exercise!
Standing Ovation is awarding 75 price packages to young people who share how they will be empowered to stay active this summer.
The Grand Prize (first 25 entries) will include:
$40. for you and your family or friends to see the movie (in the form a gift debit card)
One official Soundtrack recording from "Standing Ovation"
The Second Prize (next 50 entries) will include:
One official Soundtrack Recording from "Standing Ovation"
Find out how to enter by visiting www.empowerme2b.org!
Standing Ovation is awarding 75 price packages to young people who share how they will be empowered to stay active this summer.
The Grand Prize (first 25 entries) will include:
$40. for you and your family or friends to see the movie (in the form a gift debit card)
One official Soundtrack recording from "Standing Ovation"
The Second Prize (next 50 entries) will include:
One official Soundtrack Recording from "Standing Ovation"
Find out how to enter by visiting www.empowerme2b.org!
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Texas Fest 2010-Riverwalk Rendezvous
Texas Fest 2010: Riverwalk Rendezvous
Saturday, May 1 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
at Eddie Deen's Ranch and Banquet Hall, Dallas TX
Join one of country music's hottest stage performers, Diamond Rio and Me, Miss Dallas International 2010 as we "round up" for a healthier Irving!
Your support will help us reach our $260,000 fundraising goal in 2010. Since 1980, TexasFest has raised more than $5.9 million to raise funds to four Irving Medical Charities.
TexasFest proceeds this year will go to supporting the Foundation as we work toward our mission of encouraging volunteerism and philanthropy to help resotre and promote health in its community.
Saturday, May 1 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
at Eddie Deen's Ranch and Banquet Hall, Dallas TX
Join one of country music's hottest stage performers, Diamond Rio and Me, Miss Dallas International 2010 as we "round up" for a healthier Irving!
Your support will help us reach our $260,000 fundraising goal in 2010. Since 1980, TexasFest has raised more than $5.9 million to raise funds to four Irving Medical Charities.
TexasFest proceeds this year will go to supporting the Foundation as we work toward our mission of encouraging volunteerism and philanthropy to help resotre and promote health in its community.
Monday, April 19, 2010
Quick Action Needed: FIT kids vote in 48 Hours
The Fitness Integrated with Teaching Kids Act is on the move!
In 48 hours, the House of Representatives will vote on the FIT Kids Act, which promotes increased quality physical education (PE) in our nation's schools. Which means.. It's time to act!
URGE your representative to vote YES in support of FIT kids!
Currently only 3.8% of elementary, 7.9% of middle, and 2.1% of high schools provide daily PE0 and shokingly, only 22% of schools do not require students to take any PE at all. But with childhood obesity greatly impacting the health of our nation's kids, we must expect more.
The FIT Kids Act would help us take a step in the right direction by establishing a framework for schools to closely look at the quality and quantity of PE they are providing, and to supply parents with that information to better understand the PE their kids are receiving.
The vote on Wednesday is a critical hurdle in advancing the bill, so we need your quick action today!
Send your email now to let your Representative know you are on his/her support of quality PE
www.capitolconnect.com/yourthecure
Thank you for stepping up for healthy, active kids!
In 48 hours, the House of Representatives will vote on the FIT Kids Act, which promotes increased quality physical education (PE) in our nation's schools. Which means.. It's time to act!
URGE your representative to vote YES in support of FIT kids!
Currently only 3.8% of elementary, 7.9% of middle, and 2.1% of high schools provide daily PE0 and shokingly, only 22% of schools do not require students to take any PE at all. But with childhood obesity greatly impacting the health of our nation's kids, we must expect more.
The FIT Kids Act would help us take a step in the right direction by establishing a framework for schools to closely look at the quality and quantity of PE they are providing, and to supply parents with that information to better understand the PE their kids are receiving.
The vote on Wednesday is a critical hurdle in advancing the bill, so we need your quick action today!
Send your email now to let your Representative know you are on his/her support of quality PE
www.capitolconnect.com/yourthecure
Thank you for stepping up for healthy, active kids!
Sunday, November 8, 2009
WFAA Family First Day at the Dallas Zoo
Giraffe's, Elephants, Monkeys, OH MY!! You guessed it, I was at the Dallas Zoo! WFAA-Channel 8, State Farm Insurance, Target and local Law Enforcement gathered at the Dallas Zoo for National Night Out.
Once I arrived, I signed autographs and introduced the representatives from the various companies and organizations that made this event a success. There were a great group of animal characters available for photos with the children as well.
It was a great event; one I was honored to be a part of that day!
Once I arrived, I signed autographs and introduced the representatives from the various companies and organizations that made this event a success. There were a great group of animal characters available for photos with the children as well.
It was a great event; one I was honored to be a part of that day!
Friday, October 16, 2009
American Heart Association Youth Forum
On September 26th, 2009 I had the privilege of speaking on the National Youth Forum Panel hosted by the American Heart Association. I was joined by four wonderful teens who spoke about their challenges to eat healthy today as well as their ideas on how to make healthier food choices. They also shared with our audience the best ways to stay active to maintain a healthy body and feel energetic.
We had the great pleasure to have WFAA reporter Jim Douglas join us for this national forum. We appreciate his support in promoting Heart Healthy Awareness.
The American Heart Association has developed a for kids by kids program, "EmpowerMe" to guide children and young teens to a healthier lifestyle.
Thank you to all those who came out to support the AHA!
We had the great pleasure to have WFAA reporter Jim Douglas join us for this national forum. We appreciate his support in promoting Heart Healthy Awareness.
The American Heart Association has developed a for kids by kids program, "EmpowerMe" to guide children and young teens to a healthier lifestyle.
Thank you to all those who came out to support the AHA!
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Couture & The Cure
We have all heard and some believe the saying, "God works in myserious ways". Well, he never ceases to amaze me each day. I met a wonderful lady and designer by the name of Tameca Hodges who has dedicated a portion of her own time to a fashion line that benefits the Susan G. Komen foundation. She invited me to participate as a "pink carpet" host for her Couture & The Cure Fashion show in September.
I felt so honored to be a part of a great cause to help prevent breast cancer. It certainly hit home for me when I read her letter about the fashion show. I have a grandmother and a cousin on separate sides of my family who are both breast cancer survivors. It is a blessing to have them both in my life and I have no idea what I would do without either one of them. My grandmother is a 21 year survivor this month and I can't imagine 21 seconds without her presence, love, generosity and smile that she has shared with me throughout the years.
The event took place at the beautiful Dallas Arboretum in September. The models were amazing, the designs were awesome and I couldn't ask to be a part of a greater event! Thank you to everyone who supports the breast cancer awareness funds.
I felt so honored to be a part of a great cause to help prevent breast cancer. It certainly hit home for me when I read her letter about the fashion show. I have a grandmother and a cousin on separate sides of my family who are both breast cancer survivors. It is a blessing to have them both in my life and I have no idea what I would do without either one of them. My grandmother is a 21 year survivor this month and I can't imagine 21 seconds without her presence, love, generosity and smile that she has shared with me throughout the years.
The event took place at the beautiful Dallas Arboretum in September. The models were amazing, the designs were awesome and I couldn't ask to be a part of a greater event! Thank you to everyone who supports the breast cancer awareness funds.
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