Parade Season Begins

I continue to admire the ladies who compete in the International Pageant System. Their dedication to their platforms and to the communities of Idaho is something to aspire to. I often mull over the idea of competing myself, but for now remain content to support my daughter and her goals.

Amanda's involvement in the pageant continues to be a positive influence on her. On those days that I become frustrated by the typical teen issues, I can see the light at the end of the tunnel because of the pageants. Let me explain. Teenagers often talk back, question authority and refuse chores because that's what teens do. But because of the pageants, this same teen will also talk about getting involved in food drives, hosting bakes sales with the proceeds going to feed the hungry, and participating in a charity walk to raise awareness in the fight against cancer.

The holiday parade season is officially here. It started last Saturday with the Boise Veteran's day parade (my personal favorite). The weather was wonderful, not too warm and not too cold. The Saturday after Thanksgiving will be the Boise Holiday Parade, then upcoming are the Meridian Winter Wonderland parade and the Caldwell Night Light Parade. Time to stock up on those thermal hand warmer packs.