Deanna Linz~TV Host and Pageant Coach

Good morning~

Sun is up in Chicago and the day begins with a lot of excitement. Excitement because I am here with my family...excited, hopeful, energized. The trip was a good one that took us through just a few states:) but also allowed for time to visit with Andy's family in Northern PA and Wisconsin. Andy was also able to catch a baseball game in Wisconsin between Milwaukee and the LA Dodgers. His goal is to see a baseball game in every stadium in the US.

Carter is nestled in his bassinet next to me surrounded by a swing, bouncy and a lot of love.

We arrived yesterday. I was able to meet Mrs PA and she is a doll. I saw her compete in 2007 and she has a beautiful presence. Very warm. I love her Directors, the Cessna's. They greeted us with smiles also. This is one of the MANY reasons I love the International family!

When we checked in the hotel staff was wonderful and helpful. They said that after last year they had to buy new luggage carts because apparently we bring a lot with us and broke a few....whoops! :))))

Orientation is tonight at 6pm cst. I look forward to meeting everyone. We were told that about 14 arrived yesterday and the rest will today.

Off to work out and spend the day with my family and friends. Thank you Amy Gregorio for helping our hotel room to be a home away from home for Carter. Love you girl! Thank you SKINN Cosmetics for getting us here this week, literally:)))

Love to all and many blessings~

The Linz family (aka~ Mr, Mrs and little Mr Alabama International 2009!)