I am so grateful for everyone who helped to make this event happen. It was such a blessing to be able to see my idea come to fruition by the helping hands of so many others. Who says the world isn't full of kindness? Of beauty? Of people who are capable of inspiring others with their shocking grace and compassion? If there's any doubt, let it be seen here:
































The event was a success---so much so that yesterday I overheard that a woman who hadn't walked in 11 months was inspired to try again. I had help from Crystal and Jackie with hair and make-up, Meredith and my parents came to help set up decorations, the whole Churchill family made the vent with their dancing, beauty, and compassion for others---and several gorgeous high school girls arrived to model the dresses of today. The room blossomed with smiles and dance and laughter, and my heart is alive with so much gratitude and inspiration for how amazing this world is--or at least my little corner of it.