Lilac Parade Adventure

I had the privledge of riding in the 2012 Armed Forces Torchlight Lilac Parade with Amy Clark ~ Mrs. Spokane County, and Anna Hiatt ~ Mrs. Seattle International. We were lucky enough to be escorted by Bo Lively from Porsche Spokane on the back of a Porsche 911, truly a hardship.  Some may think with a starting number of 188 out of apx 200 we drew the short end however I beg to difer.  We had a front row seat and were one of the few entrants that can say they saw the entire parade. 

We met some amazing people and were lucky enough to be placed next to the KHQ gang.  For those of you who know George he is truly a character, on screen and in person.  Thank you all for making the time fly.   Leslie promised no rain and her promise held out just long enough for us to complete the parade route.  It is amazing how quick three queens can move off a Porsche in the rain. 

Thank you also to the other Spokane royalty who joined us for several candid photos and conversations.  Miss Spokane Genay Tucker and Miss Spokane Interstate Rodeo Jamie Cutshall were both beautiful.   Although Jamie traded in her horse for a jaguar the two of them looked amazing.  The Lilac court are truly a group of amazing young women and represent Spokane well. 

While the parade showed off Spokane and the beauty of Riverfront Park the true message of the event was not lost.  There was a hush of silence as family members of fallen soldiers crossed the bridge holding banners dipicting photo's of  fallen soldiers.  Not a dry eye in the group ~ so proud!

As we passed through downtown Spokane I felt  blessed and proud of our amazing city.  The support was truly moving.  I am very lucky to be representing Spokane and look forward to an amazing 2012.