Mrs. New Castle County having fun and for great causes

I had a great weekend filled with volunteering and friends. Friday night I helped with the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition’s Designer Bridal Gown Sale. I helped women pick out their gowns and assisted with keeping things moving along efficiently by organizing the dresses after they had been tried on. All of the proceeds of this event benefited the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition and I was happy to help. I was excited to make one woman’s day when returning a dress back to the rack; her eyes lit up and when she found out it was her size she was ecstatic! Congratulations to all the brides who found their dream gowns and thank you for donating to a great cause!

DBCC's Designer Bridal Gown Sale

One of the many rows of dresses

I had a great time helping ladies find their dream gown!

On Saturday, I had the pleasure of attending the Heart Ball for the American Heart Association. I had the pleasure of spending my evening with two fantastic ladies, Krista Brazell and Melissa Schulte, who coordinated the event. They did a great job! The theme this year was old Hollywood and each table had a different movie theme. The ballroom had a variety of Hollywood décor…including 2 large Oscar statues at the entrance! We had a great time bidding on silent auction items and dancing the night away and all to benefit the American Heart Association!

With Oscar!

Melissa & I at Breakfast at Tiffany's

With Miss DE USA Krista Clausen and Miss DE USA 2009 Kate Banaszak

My weekend concluded by participating as a model in the Middletown Bridal Expo. I wore a beautiful ball gown provided by Louis Marie Bridal and had my hair styled by Elaine James Salon and my make-up done by Arbonne Cosmetics…they did such a great job with everything! The fashion show was inspired by “Black Swan” and at the conclusion of the show a ballet dancer dressed in black danced. It was beautiful!

I loved my gown!

I also wanted to update you on Tour de Cure, where I will be participating as a Virtual Rider on Team Diabeauties. My fundraising page is up and I would LOVE your support! Even the smallest amount is appreciated to help stop diabetes! Please visit my page: http://main.diabetes.org/goto/MKIRK

Thanks for reading!

Photo Courtesy of John Schulte

Until next time,

Melissa Kirk

Mrs. New Castle County United States 2011