Hello Miss Rodeo Texas Fans,
The day after the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo finished, I was east bound for Rodeo Houston. I felt as though I couldn’t get there fast enough! The city of Houston is very near and dear to my heart since it is where I was born. When I was young, every March my family, friends, and I would load up and head to the rodeo to watch a few of the rodeo performances, see the animals, eat funnel cake, and ride the rides. It meant the world to me to be at Rodeo Houston, the world’s largest open rodeo, as Miss Rodeo Texas. The day after I arrived, Chenae’ Shiner, Miss Rodeo America 2013, flew in to join me for the next couple of weeks. We instantly picked up our friendship right where we left off in December at the Miss Rodeo America Pageant in Las Vegas. I had such a great time catching up with her and laughing while we shared memorable stories of our travels. 
Every night at the beginning of the rodeo Chanae’ and I had the honor of leading in the grand entry to present the American and Texas flags. During the rodeo, we visited with rodeo fans and signed autographs in the Fan Zone. After the rodeo we were able to catch some of my favorite country singers performing. 
On Military Appreciation Day, we attended a luncheon that honored the United States Military. It was a beautiful tribute to their service. I had a wonderful time visiting with war veterans. Also, I greatly enjoyed watching the exhibitors with their animals and the horse riding competitions. It brought back many fond memories when I visited with them about their livestock projects and horses. I think it is safe to say the future of Texas Agriculture has a bright future within these ambitious young people. 
As soon as we wrapped up Rodeo Houston, I had to pack up and say my goodbyes, because in Austin, Texas, the rodeo was well underway. Rodeo Austin is the 5th largest indoor pro rodeo in the world and is one of the PRCA’s Gold Tour Rodeos. This rodeo brings the best in the business to the capitol city of our great state. Back in 2006, I was lucky enough to be crowned Miss Rodeo Austin Princess and had a fabulous year working with Jamie Johnson, Miss Rodeo Austin 2006, and Tonya Eppright, Miss Rodeo Austin Pageant Director and a former Miss Rodeo Texas. During my year as Miss Rodeo Austin Princess, Beth Murphy Brian was the current Miss Rodeo Texas. I had the privilege of meeting her and spending time with her that year during Rodeo Austin. I vividly remember her beauty, kindness, and grace. She was such an inspiration and role model to me. I wanted to be just like her! Returning to Rodeo Austin as the current Miss Rodeo Texas was a really sweet feeling! I was joined by Miss Rodeo Austin 2013, Alex Ingram and Miss Rodeo Austin Princess 2013, McKenna Greene. Back in January, I watched Alex and McKenna compete for the coveted crowns and was looking forward to spending an exciting week with these two lovely young ladies. 
We had so much fun riding in the rodeo, signing autographs, and helping with the Mutton Bustin.’ During the Mutton Bustin’ I witnessed Treston Brazile win his third consecutive Mutton Bustin’ buckle after picking up wins at San Antonio and Houston. The Brazile Family better make room in their trophy case for this young rodeo star! 
Later in the week, Mrs. Eppright, Alex, McKenna, and I attended Dr. Graham’s rodeo committee appreciation luncheon. After the luncheon, Dr. Graham invited us on a tour of his facilities at Southwest Stallion Station. I really enjoyed listening to his life story and how he built a successful horse breeding facility from the ground up. What this incredible man has been able to accomplish in his lifetime is truly an inspiration. 
On March 24th, Marjorie Murphy, Miss Rodeo Texas State Director, and I attended the Greater Helotes Pageant. After all my years of competing in pageants, it was really nice to be able to sit on the other side of competing and watch these beautiful young ladies. Mrs. Murphy and I knew the judges had their work cut out for them, as all the girls did a great job. I have to say the little princess age division was my favorite to watch. The girls were just so precious and kept us laughing! I would like to thank Rodeo Houston Committee Members, Chenae’ Shiner, Rodeo Austin Committee Members, Tonya Eppright, Alex Ingram, McKenna Greene, Dr. Graham, and Marjorie Murphy for their friendship and great memories. Happy Trails, Rosanna Pace Miss Rodeo Texas 2012