Shoe Diary: Emotions run high, accomplished and fearless

I'm so proud of who I am today. I remember telling myself a year ago that I would never do something again. What I said, on that day, made me realize something very important; never should I ever say what I will not do again.

I'm proud because what I said I wouldn't do, I ended up doing that something again. This second time around I've made so much progress and I'm no longer that diamond in the rough; I'm a full fledged, shiny diamond. And oh, how brightly I shine.

When and if you are ever in a moment of uncertainty or you feel as though you have not been successful at something and you just will not ever do that something again, please think twice. Let yourself know that you are bigger and greater than any uncertainty. You are more than a conqueror and you should never let yourself down, ever.

Every feat is progress and steps closer to success. You have to realize why you took that road and give it all you've got. That's what happened to me and I can say I've lived, learned and conquered.

Stand proud like me!

#JimmyChoo

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Say it's not so : Miss Black USA nationals soon approaching! #missblackcaliforniausa2013#

The national pageant for Miss Black USA, a premiere pageant for African-American women who are leaders equipped to make a permanent-positive impact on the lives of the members of their communities, will commence on August 10, 2013.

I, Emilia Romain, selected as Miss Black California USA 2013 will experience a once in a lifetime opportunity and have the chance to be a part of history. Meeting 29 other talented leaders, who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty while advocating issues that surround our communities like high rates of Heart disease among  women (#hearttruthcampaign), child safety awareness (#take25) and various personal platforms are only the icing on the cake.

It's a homecoming (a #celebration) for each state contestant and the faithful board of the Miss Black USA organization. Even though it is still early June, I am so proud of all of us and all of the efforts we have put forth to make #2013 a success.

Each and every delegate deserves a standing ovation for their effort throughout their reign.

We truly are tomorrow's leaders and we hold the power to motivate and encourage the next generation of leaders.

The count down begins!

http://www.gofundme.com/missblackcalifornia2013

Please continue to follow our journey's. There is much more in store for #missblackcaliforniausa2013.

Signing off - #missblackcaliforniausa2013#

Come meet us!